Bridgestone Battlax BT46 Motorcycle Tyre
As a classic and vintage rider, you understand the importance of both performance and aesthetics. The Bridgestone Battlax BT46 is designed with your unique needs in mind, offering the perfect balance between modern technology and timeless style. This tyre is engineered to provide exceptional handling, stability, and comfort, ensuring that your rides are smooth and enjoyable, whether you're on a leisurely weekend cruise or a cross-country adventure.
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Bridgestone Battlax BT46 Motorcycle Tyre
As a classic and vintage rider, you understand the importance of both performance and aesthetics. The Bridgestone Battlax BT46 is designed with your unique needs in mind, offering the perfect balance between modern technology and timeless style. This tyre is engineered to provide exceptional handling, stability, and comfort, ensuring that your rides are smooth and enjoyable, whether you're on a leisurely weekend cruise or a cross-country adventure.
What Bridgestone Says About This Tyre
The Bridgestone Battlax BT46 incorporates advanced tyre design and technology to enhance your riding experience. According to Bridgestone, this tyre features:
Classic Tread Pattern: The BT46 retains the iconic tread pattern of its predecessor, the BT45, while incorporating modern enhancements for improved performance.
Dual Compound Construction: This technology provides a softer compound on the shoulders for better grip and a harder compound in the center for increased durability.
Silica-Rich Compound: The addition of silica enhances wet grip and reduces rolling resistance, ensuring better performance in various weather conditions.
Ready to Ride
With the Bridgestone Battlax BT46, you're always ready to hit the road. This tyre offers superior grip, stability, and longevity, making it an ideal choice for classic and vintage riders. Its competitive price point also means you get excellent value without compromising on quality.
Why We Recommend the BT46
We highly recommend the Bridgestone Battlax BT46 for its exceptional performance and affordability. Its lower price point makes it accessible to a wide range of riders, while still delivering the high-quality performance you'd expect from Bridgestone.
Tested by Professionals
MCN Review: "The Bridgestone Battlax BT46 impressed us with its excellent balance of classic aesthetics and modern performance. It's a reliable choice for vintage bike enthusiasts."
Fast Bikes Review: "With the BT46, Bridgestone has successfully combined the charm of a classic tread pattern with the benefits of modern technology. This tyre provides great feedback and confidence, especially during spirited rides."
Suitable Classic and Vintage Bikes
Honda CB750: The BT46 enhances the handling and stability of this iconic bike, making it a perfect match.
Kawasaki Z900: Provides improved grip and comfort for long-distance touring on this classic machine.
Suzuki GS750: The BT46's dual compound construction complements the GS750's versatile performance.
Yamaha XS650: Enhances wet and dry performance, making it a reliable choice for all-weather riding.
Triumph Bonneville T100: The BT46's advanced compound complements the Bonneville's retro charm.
BMW R80: Offers improved stability and confidence for both urban and highway rides on this vintage classic.
Ducati 900SS: Enhances the performance and control of this iconic sports classic.
Yamaha RD 350 YPVS: The BT46 enhances the performance and classic feel of this legendary two-stroke bike, providing excellent grip and stability for spirited rides.
How It Stacks Up Against Competitors
Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp
Pros: Excellent dry grip, vintage aesthetics.
Cons: Slightly higher price point than the BT46.
Pros: Great wet performance, comfortable ride.
Cons: Less aggressive tread pattern.
Pros: Good all-round performance, stable in wet conditions.
Cons: Shorter lifespan compared to BT46.
Pros: Outstanding wet grip, durable.
Cons: Higher price, slightly less responsive in corners.
Budget-Friendly Alternatives
Mitas H06
Pros: Affordable, decent performance in dry conditions.
Cons: Limited wet performance, shorter lifespan.
Pros: Budget-friendly, good grip on dry roads.
Cons: Not as durable, average wet performance.
If you need further advice and help, give us a call on 01952 502703. We'll be more than happy to discuss your needs, riding style, and budget.
| Brand | Bridgestone |
|---|---|
| Tread | BT46 |
| Type | Sport Touring |
| Size Range | 100/80 -17 52H TL & 120/80 -17 61H TL 100/80 -17 52H TL & 130/70 -17 62H TL 100/80 -17 52H TL & 130/70 -18 63H TL 100/80 -17 52H TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 100/80 -17 52H TL & 140/70 -17 66H TL 100/80 -18 53H TL & 120/80 -18 62H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 110/80 -18 58H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 110/90 -18 61H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 120/80 -18 62H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 120/90 -17 64V TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 130/70 -18 63H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 100/90 -16 54H TL & 130/90 -16 67H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 110/90 -18 61H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 120/80 -17 61H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 120/80 -18 62H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 130/70 -18 63H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 130/90 -16 67H TL 100/90 -18 56H TL & 150/70 -17 69H TL 100/90 -18 56V & 120/90 -17 64V TL 100/90 -18 56V & 120/90 -18 65V TL 100/90 -18 56V & 130/80 -18 66V TL 100/90 -18 56V & 130/90 -17 68V TL 100/90 -18 56V & 140/80 -17 69V TL 100/90 -19 57H & 110/90 -18 61H TL 100/90 -19 57H & 120/80 -18 62H TL 100/90 -19 57H & 130/80 -17 65H TL 100/90 -19 57H & 140/70 -17 66H TL 100/90 -19 57H & 150/70 -17 69H TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 120/90 -17 64V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 120/90 -18 65V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 130/80 -18 66V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 130/90 -16 67V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 130/90 -17 68V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 140/80 -17 69V TL 100/90 -19 57V TL & 150/80 -16 71V TL 110/70 -17 54H TL & 130/70 -17 62H TL 110/70 -17 54H TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 110/70 -17 54H TL & 140/70 -17 66H TL 110/70 -17 54H TL & 150/70 -17 69H TL 110/70 -17 54H TL & 150/70 -18 70H TL 110/80 -17 57H & 150/70 -18 70H TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 130/70 -18 63H TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 140/70 -17 66H TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 140/70 -18 67H TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 140/80 -17 69V TL 110/80 -17 57H TL & 150/70 -17 69H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 140/70 -18 67V TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 120/80 -18 62H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 130/80 -17 65H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 140/70 -17 66H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 140/80 -17 69V TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 150/70 -17 69H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 150/70 -18 70H TL 110/80 -18 58V TL & 150/80 -16 71V TL 110/90 -16 59V TL & 120/90 -17 64V TL 110/90 -16 59V TL & 120/90 -18 65V TL 110/90 -16 59V TL & 130/80 -18 66V TL 110/90 -16 59V TL & 130/90 -16 67V TL 110/90 -16 59V TL & 130/90 -17 68V TL 110/90 -18 61H TL & 130/90 -16 67H TL 110/90 -18 61V TL & 120/90 -18 65V TL 110/90 -18 61V TL & 130/80 -18 66V TL 110/90 -18 61V TL & 130/90 -17 68V TL 110/90 -18 61V TL & 140/80 -17 69V TL 110/90 -18 61V TL & 150/80 -16 71V TL 120/70 -17 58H TL & 140/70 -17 66H TL 120/70 -17 58H TL & 150/70 -17 69H TL 120/70 -17 58H TL & 150/70 -18 70H TL 120/80 -16 60V TL & 130/80 -18 66V TL 120/80 -16 60V TL & 140/80 -17 69V TL 120/80 -16 60V TL & 150/70 -18 70H TL 120/80 -16 60V TL & 150/80 -16 71V TL 3.25 -19 54H TL & 4.00 -18 64H TT 90/90 -18 51H TL & 110/80 -18 58H TL 90/90 -18 51H TL & 110/90 -18 61H TL 90/90 -18 51H TL & 120/80 -18 62H TL 90/90 -18 51H TL & 120/90 -18 65V TL 90/90 -18 51H TL & 4.00 -18 64H TT 90/90 -21 54H & 110/90 -18 61H TL 90/90 -21 54H & 120/80 -18 62H TL 90/90 -21 54H & 130/80 -17 65H TL 90/90 -21 54H & 150/70 -17 69H TL 90/90 -21 54H & 150/70 -18 70H TL |