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Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Michelin Road 5

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Michelin Road 5

Motorcycle tyres are segments that both Bridgestone and Michelin have mastered through their decades of experience and expertise.

Both being leading tyre manufacturers globally, the two tyre brands develop all their products with innovative technologies, making their line-ups some of the top tyre tyres on the market.

Two popular motorcycle tyres in their repertoire is Bridgestone’s Battlax S22 and Michelin’s Road 5.

This article will break down both the tyre’s features, outlining what makes them two models top motorcycle products.

S22 Overview

The Bridgestone Battlax S22 is a premium motorcycle tyre released by Bridgestone back in 2019.

The S22’s front tyre consists of an advanced 3-layer compound. The hardened centre and soft shoulders of the tread compound technology enhances the tyre’s stability around corners as well as its linear handling.

Bridgestone’s Mono Spiral (MS) Belt is developed on the model, giving the S22’s improved grip, high speed performance and further weight reduction.

Longevity of the tyre is also furthered through Bridgestone’s NanoPro-Tech. This technology gives reduces the tyre’s friction, heat and tread deformation, therefore helping the S22 with its durability.

The Battlax S22 replaced the Bridgestone Battlax S21 upon its release in 2019.

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