Japanese tyre maker Bridgestone has launched its latest sport-touring tyre fitment, the Battlax T33. Due to hit dealers in January, the new tyre is claimed to be a “next generation” design, giving better performance while also adding almost 50% to the mileage provided by its predecessor, the T32.
Bridgestone says the T33 employs a newly-formulated compound with an optimised tread pattern and construction to increase mileage while delivering reliable handling performance. Both front and rear fitments benefit from a new tread pattern, with optimised land-sea ratio and pattern stiffness, alongside a continuation of the T32 shape for improved grip, stability and handling. The front tyre applies a new cross belt, while the rear adopts an “MS” belt – both engineered with flexible construction and suitable for light and heavy bikes. The rear tyre has also been engineered with a newly developed compound, applying a high-strength, wear-resistant polymer compound that resists cutting of the long polymer chains.
The new Bridgestone T33s will be available across four front and six rear sizes, with five additional sizes due to arrive in 2026.
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