Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 Rear Tire
$199.90 - $298.27
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 Rear Tire Item # 661674
Description
The Battlax Hypersport S22 is the successor to the Battlax Hypersport S21, which is featured as original equipment on numerous sports motorcycles and is a top replacement tire choice for countless riders. Compared to the Battlax Hypersport S21, the S22 boasts improved dry grip and lightness coupled with sufficient wet performance. These features provide sport bike riders peace of mind when the weather suddenly deteriorates or when driving on wet surfaces.
Features:
- New tread pattern: To enhance cornering on rainy days, the S22 features an increased land-sea ratio on the tire's shoulder in comparison to the S21, and pattern rigidity has been optimized. These features contribute to improved wet performance and handling lightness.
- New Compound: Optimized resin component and fine particle silica. Steps were taken to optimize the resin component in order to develop a new compound that can function across a wide range of temperature conditions, including lower temperatures. This allows the tire to deliver higher grip on dry surfaces. The center compound of the S22 rear tires utilizes silica comprised of particles that are smaller than those found in conventional tires to increase the area of the silica in the contact patch, the portion of a tire that makes contact with road surfaces. This composition enables the S22 to better grip the road in wet conditions.
- Optimized contact area: In the development of the S22, Bridgestone employed its proprietary ULTIMAT EYE™ technology to measure and visualize the behavior of tire contact patches. This technology has also been used for developing tires for the FIM Endurance World Championship. Bridgestone has reduced the slippage area in the rear part of the tire's contact patch in comparison to the S21. These changes contribute to improved grip and light handling of the S22, while preventing declines in lifespan.
Compatibility:
- 190/50ZR17 (Hayabusa): 2022+ Hayabusa Models
Part Numbers for Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 Rear Tire
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| Model | Conti Sport Attack Hypersport | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | Michelin Power RS | Dunlop Sportmax Q4 | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 |
| Affordability | Most Affordable | Affordable | Affordable | Less Affordable | Least Affordable |
| Construction |
Zero degree steel-belted for extra stability at high speeds |
Rear tri-compound
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Dual Compound Technology for both front & rear tires | Carbon black, wound strip, carbon fiber reinforcement |
Front mono-compound
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| Size Count | 3 Front, 5 Rear | 2 Front, 6 Rear | 3 Front, 9 Rear | 1 Front, 5 Rear | 1 Front, 5 Rear |
| Rim Sizes | 16, 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
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| Notable Features | Great option for aggressive on-road riding and weekend track days | Fantastic option for street riding, long life, also performs well on track | Excellent water dispersion, versatile track & road sport tire | Lean angles up to 62 degrees, exceptional track performance | Racetrack performance while being a street legal tire, improved mileage |
| Speed Rating | W | W | W | W | W |
| Warranty | 10 yrs from DOT , 1/32" void | 4 yrs from DOT, 1/32" void | 4 yrs from DOT, 1/32" void | 4 yrs from DOT, 1/32" void | Lifetime, 1/32" tread void |
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Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
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CK 919 from
An incredible tire
The S22 is an absolutely spectacular tire. I bought a rear for my 2006 Honda CB919 as I've always wanted a streetbike tire that offers decent longevity alongside the ability to do the kind of spirited riding I do.
We are now 6,000k in, and I've still got plenty of life on the tire. Expecting at least 10,000k before it's time to replace. My front, an old Continental ContiMotion is at the end of its life, and I will be replacing it with an S22 front next year.
Despite commuting almost daily, there's no squaring off or abnormal wear - though perhaps that's down to how lean-happy a CB919 is. It grips with total feedback right to the edge of the tire, monsoon or shine.
Excellent grip, precise feedback, and solid longevity on a tire that aims to be more sport than sport touring, but achieves both. 10/10.
Date published: 2020-10-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Biff75 from
Good Rubber
Tires work very good on all road conditions and sticks good on wet pavement.
Date published: 2021-05-02
Rated 3 out of
5
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Furious from
Good tire for the price point.
Seems to stick down, Delivery was quick and easy, This tire came stock on my bike but I only got 4K out of it haha. I do like to wheelie tho so it’s self inflicted wear and tear. Figured I’d put another one on to get the rest of the mileage from the front tire.
Date published: 2023-04-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ed123 from
Great tire for track and street use
I bought this tire to use on both the track and street and it hasn’t let me down. Held up great on a pretty aggressive track day in the heat, and also on a colder, rainy day with no problems. Plus I use them almost daily for the past month on short day trips. Still lots of life left in them. 10/10 recommend, can’t beat the price and quality. Will buy another set.
Date published: 2022-08-28
Rated 4 out of
5
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jMudder from
Great tires
This is my second set of S series tires I have them on my GSXR 1100. Good longevity and great cornering capabilities. No complaints from these tires
Date published: 2022-07-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Big kitty from
Great tires
This is my second set of these tires. They are going to be used exclusively on a track only ninja 250. I chose them from past experience with the tires on a track yamaha R3. They are the best compromise I could find still keeping wet capability
Date published: 2022-04-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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Tiger from
Excellent Quality Tire
Great tire for sport bike. Excellent traction. Would recommend for street
And track days
Date published: 2021-10-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ibhq from
Good Bang for the Buck
Replaces S21 that came stock on my Kawasaki zx14r. Better overall tire. S21 lasted 3500kms, hoping for more out of these.
Date published: 2021-08-01
Questions
does the R change the size of the tire wondering if this will still fit ex300 abs ninja 2015
No. R just tells you it's a radial tire. As long as the size on the side of your tire matches it will fit
Date published: 2024-10-11
What is the difference between the OE 180 and the non OE 180
Typically the OE version is the same ones provided to motorcycle manufacturers, which may or may not differ from the aftermarket version of the same tire despite having the same model name/number.
Date published: 2019-10-01
Is there a difference in performance and material from the OE and NON OE. Just wondering the reasoning of the difference in price??
Can you use OE spec tires on any bike? Will it fit?
Yes they will fit. OE means original equipment. Which means these tires were the tires that came with the specified bike when the bike was new. They will fit any other bike with the same size tire
Date published: 2023-08-26