The technical upgrades on the S22 show performance enhancements in all areas. So what we had created the ultimate hypersport tyre for all conditions ?
The S22 has adopted a new pattern design in line with the needs and requirements of hypersport users. The light handling brought by the tyre combined with its feedback and cornering performance for maximum confidence are a perfect match for any hypersport rider.
By adopting new compounding technology, Bridgestone’s hypersport flagship model is showing no compromise in wet and dry performance on top of increasing the total handling package. The Battlax Hypersport S22 will become the tyre partner taking your excitement and thrill of riding to the next level.
T E C H N I C A L A S P E C T S
Increase the Sea/Land ratio in the shoulder area Sharp 3D end groove for optimum rigidity. Optimize groove angle and alignment to redirect the working forces on the tyre. the impact is positive on handling lightness, water drainage, feedback and limit control.
5LC Compound structure (Rear) : Balance between Grip and cornering stability with a harder center, softer traction and softest edge compound. New traction area compound applied with optimized resin components in the initial compound mixture in order to upgrade the grip characteristics. New center compound adopting fine silica molecular approach : Generating a higher silica molecule ratio (+25% vs. S21) touching the road.
Pattern design and compound changes are reducing the slippage towards the end of the contact area, this generates more grip.
Increasing cornering speed in the dry by 15% giving 1.2% faster dry laptime. Generating less spinning from lower speeds onwards in Wet conditions giving 5% faster wet laptime.* ( *Test data : BMW S1000RR , Autopolis Track JPN, BS proving ground JPN , 120/70 , 190/55 sizes. )
| front | rear |
| January 2019 | |
| 120/70 ZR17 (58W) | 160/60 ZR17 (69W) |
| 180/55 ZR17 (73W) | |
| 190/50 ZR17 (73W) | |
| 190/55 ZR17 (75W) | |
| 200/55 ZR 17 (78W) | |
| January 2020 | |
| 110/70 R17 (54W) | 150/60 R17 (66H) |
| 140/70 R17 (66H) | 180/60 ZR17 (75W) |
