An evolution of the V01, the Battlax V02 from Bridgestone is a real podium contender. It promises to deliver faster lap times and longer tyre life for superbike riders, and is derived directly from their MotoGP experience using the latest construction and compound technologies.
The rear tyre”s new GP-belt construction takes grip and stability to an all new level by optimising the contact patch and increasing contact pressure. The new soft compound provides additional grip across the entire temperature range, increasing warm-up performance and giving riders a safe and confident feeling. During testing the Battlax V02′s consistency and improved grip delivered lap times which were over 1 second faster than the current V01.
Dunlop’s multiple championship winning KR106 (front) and KR108 (rear) competition tyres are now on general release to amateur racers and track day enthusiasts.
Designed exclusively for racetrack use by Dunlop Motorsport’s research and development department, these professional slicks are available in a range of compounds for different track conditions and riding styles.Now adopted by the majority of Dunlop shod race teams, the KR106/KR108 slick combination offers racers the highest levels of grip, braking and handling. The absence of tread allows optimum performance at higher temperatures as the exterior rubber adheres more actively to the track surface.
Developed for the World Championships of the Supersport and Superstock categories, thanks to its range of compounds it offers excellent performance on any track
Dot street legal tread pattern Pure Racing behavior
Pirelli’s most performing street legal racing tyre ever produced
The ultimate evolution of our Racing Supersport most winning product Property Single Groove Tread Pattern
Long longitudinal groove and high Modulus fiber carcass Advanced profiles effect and larger slick area on shoulder Increased deformation resistance
Larger contact patch area and increased Grip
NEW 2013 - Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V2
High modulus fiber carcass offers a lower deformation ratio and makes the entire structure stiffer to allow a better synergy compounds and carcass
Single Element tread pattern permits a 24% larger slick shoulder area (vs. previous Diablo Supercorsa), increasing contact area and grip and wear regularity
New compounds offer great balance of mileage and grip in an ultra-high-performance product
Rear tire uses Pirelli’s patented EPT (enhanced patch technology) matched with a try-zone compound that helps optimize the contact patch for improved grip and handling
More grip PLUS more tire life equals the Sportmax Q3+. This is the ultimate in hyper-sport tire performance for serious sport riders and track-day riders, and offers extended tire life so you can spend more time on your favorite tracks and roads.
Bridgestone has introduced the Racing Battlax V01 racing slick, designed for novices and medium class riders on race circuits. Leveraging Bridgestone’s latest MotoGP compound and contact area technologies, Battlax V01 gives riders the advantage of quick handling, superb cornering, and warm-up performance that will boost any racers’ confidence.
Bridgestone developed new compounds for the Racing Battlax V01, optimising the blend for maximum grip across the selected temperature range. The front V01 tyre with mono-spiral belt construction has a single crown radius providing high stability under the lean angle, while the smaller dual crown radius on the rear improves grip and smoothness.
Compared to the preceding Battlax R01/R02 combination, the V01 has higher construction stiffness and contact feel, producing better lateral grip for cornering. In-house comparative testing shows big improvements in handling, cornering stability and chattering (excessive vibration), with much quicker warm-up performance and significant gains in best and average lap times.
As exclusive tyre supplier to MotoGP racing, Bridgestone works with the best riders, teams and engineers in the world. With an enormous amount of tyre data and experience from MotoGP racing in all conditions and temperatures, Bridgestone has developed advanced racing tyre technologies which it now transfers to its Battlax range of premium track and road tyres.
The 195 HP produced by the red fury from Borgo Panigale will hit the ground through the brand new, original equipment Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres in 120/70 ZR17 for the front and the fresh new 200/55 ZR17 for the rear. They will also be used starting this year by Superstock 1000 FIM Cup riders in the SC compound version
Multiple world Superbike champion Troy Bayliss had this to say after testing them on the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi: “Simply excellent tyres. I know Pirelli quality well, but this time they've managed to astonish me. Good job, Pirelli"
PIRELLI PRESENTS THE NEW DIABLO SUPERCORSA - TOP PERFORMANCE ON THE TRACK AND ON THE ROAD
Initially produced in 120/70ZR17 front and 200/55ZR17 rear sizes, the tyre will be available in both the compound version, to be showcased during the 2012 FIM Superstock 1000 Cup, as well as the race replica road going version
11 November 2011 – Pirelli announces the world premiere of the new Diablo Supercorsa, the Italian maker’s new tyre perfect for professional riders and motorcyclists who have a sporty riding style but love the racetrack as well. The newest member of the Diablo family is being presented in occasion of EICMA 2011 at the first flagship PZero Moda store opened this past September on the famed Corso Venezia in Milan. The Diablo Supercorsa will be initially produced in the 120/70ZR17 front and 200/55ZR17 rear and will be used in 2012 in the SC (Special Compound) version only by the riders of the Superstock 1000 FIM Cup and these same sizes will also be available in an SP (Sport Production) race replica version suitable for daily use on the road.
Pirelli will progressively introduce this new tyre, first in the racing world with the release of the compound version that will be used in the FIM Superstock 1000 FIM Cup starting next year and then to expand the available range at the end of 2012, introducing a broader range of racing sizes to extend use of the new tyre in various national championships where Pirelli now competes. Finally in early 2013, the road going race replica version will be made available in the common 180/55, 190/55 and 190/50 size for the rear.
2020 replaced by the MICHELIN POWER CUP 2
Michelin shows some new racing motorcycle tyres for next year 2012.
MICHELIN POWER CUP
Created to provide an excellent grip in curves and during acceleration, the Michelin Power Cup allows a lap improvement over its predecessor, the Power One Competition. The front tire makes handling, stability and progressive, especially under braking. The rear tire, in turn, improves cornering grip without compromising durability. He responds that the balance of performance tires Michelin: three qualities are related by (easy handling, grip and safety due to mileage).
THE DUNLOP SPORTMAX GP RACER D211 DELIVERS
The launch of the Dunlop Sportmax GP Racer D211 at Dunlop’s exclusive test facility in March of this year saw the evolution of the hugely successful D211 GP race tyre hit the market for consumers to purchase for road and track use. Delivering on Dunlop’s ethos of transferring race proven technology to the road, the GP Racer D211 took all the knowledge and cutting edge Dunlop know-how from the D211 GP race tyre to deliver a consumer product that excels. For the first time track day riders could enjoy a tyre that offered fast warm up times, hardcore dry track grip and performance with the added benefit of outstanding wet grip and extended mileage and tyre life.
For the second year running Dunlop has taken an incredible clean sweep with five out of five wins at the Isle of Man TT races. Adding to the unique victory, it was Honda Dunlop rider Ian Hutchinson who took all five victories, the only time in the 101 year history of the TT races that a single rider has swept the board.Hutchinson started the week as he meant to go on, taking the first of the two Superbike races with fellow Honda Dunlop rider Michael Dunlop taking the second spot on the podium. Both riders delivered their convincing result on Dunlop Ntec slicks. The one-two victory was to be repeated in the first of the Supersport races, with Hutchinson, now on Dunlop D211GP tyres, again taking the win followed by Dunlop in the second spot.
Metzeler Racetec will continue as the official tyre supplier and presenting sponsor of both the National Superstock and National Superstock Cup championships in a two year contract announced today by Dorna UK, the commercial rights holder of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship.
Metzeler Racetec has been the official control tyre of these two heavily subscribed production racing championships since 2005 and the partnership will continue through both the 2007 and 2008 seasons.
The Metzeler Racetec National Superstock Championship and Metzeler Racetec National Superstock Cup will each be decided over 13 rounds held alongside the country’s premier motorcycle racing series, the British Superbike Championship.
The agreement with Metzeler Racetec confirms that they continue as the Official Tyre Supplier to the championships, providing all competitors with a tyre package throughout, and at a significantly subsidised rate. Additionally Metzeler Racetec will also reward performance on track with the provision of free of charge tyres for podium-placed riders against their season package.
Tony Partis, managing director of Dorna UK, commented: “We are very pleased that the competitive nature of the Superstock series has attracted so much support from Metzeler Racetec. With the packages that they have put in place we are maintaining the key values of the Superstock series, of terrifically close racing at a very affordable price.”
Managing Director Business Unit Moto Pirelli Ltd, Gianmarco Spigolon, added: “We have watched as the British Superbike Championship has gone from strength to strength and wanted not just to be part of it, but to add to the spectacle. The Superstock series always sees full grids and full-on racing so Metzeler Racetec are very exited about our association and look forward to seeing it develop even more throughout the next two seasons.”
(Nick Harris Media Communications)
