{"product_id":"17x190-55s23r","title":"Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 190\/55ZR17 Rear Tyre (75W)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: All tyres sold in New Zealand incur a Tyrewise Tyre Stewardship Fee as per legislation. For more information, please visit \u003ca style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tyrewise.co.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.tyrewise.co.nz\/\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe latest in Bridgestone’s BATTLAX line of premium motorcycle tyres, the BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S23 delivers exceptional dry-grip performance on circuits and when cornering on mountain roads.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S23 employs a newly designed compound in the edge portion of the tread that makes contact with the road when banking at sharp angles, maximising edge grip when cornering and allowing riders to take their sports-riding performance to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn updated pattern incorporating PULSE GROOVE contributes to the tyre’s impressive wet-weather performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is PULSE GROOVE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis tread pattern uses a pulse-shaped groove and deflector that optimises water flow. Tests have shown improved water drainage and better grip and adhesion in wet conditions, as well as an 8% increase in mileage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompound and construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew compound for the front shoulder and rear edge with optimised resin components to enhance grip characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrip improver material helps the tyre follow the road surface for increased traction.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCarbon reinforces the spring-like polymer, preventing shrinkage and the resulting loss of grip.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew pattern design including PULSE GROOVE in the rear for better wet performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOptimised land\/sea ratio in the shoulder area and pattern stiffness: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront: improved dry handling and stability in dry and wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRear: improved traction.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry performance improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCornering speed increased by 5%.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDry lap time reduced by 1%.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet performance improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eImproved traction.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWet braking distance reduced by 3%.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWet lap time reduced by 4%.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bridgestone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40760307253315,"sku":"17X190\/55S23R","price":469.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2169\/9959\/files\/17X19055S23R.jpg?v=1780173260","url":"https:\/\/quadbitz.co.nz\/products\/17x190-55s23r","provider":"QuadBitz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}