High Performance Radial Battleaxe BT-014 is a new ultra-high performance radial designed for the aggressive street rider. Utilizes the latest technology from MotoGP tyre development and innovations for outstanding performance in all conditions; better cornering performance, handling, high-speed stability, shock aborption, and performance in the wet. Standard equipment on new many new Sports bikes such as CBR1000 and GSXR1000. Construction Front; New Revolutionary narrow ply construction gives superior cornering grip, optimum rigidity for quicker handling, and high speed stability.
Rear; Cap and Base Construction - The underlying layer controls tread stiffness as well as providing reinforcement and shock absorption. The grip-enhancing compound on top contains silica for all weather performance, tyre life, and superb cornering grip. Also includes new generation outside bead filler creates the ideal sidewall profile.
Pattern Front; Dual directional diagonal grooves and centre S curve cross groove give light handling, stability and shock absorption
Rear; Centre cross groove and Dual directional diagonal grooves with improved wet grip by optimized groove angle. The 014 has proven itself to offer exceptional dry and wet weather grip as well as good milage.