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New Bridgestone T31 Soon to be Released in Australia
« on: February 14, 2018, 09:24:54 AM »
Saw this on the FarRider site this morning. Looking at the tyres size availability the ST1100 is still catered for though only in the standard tyre and not the GT spec.


https://www.bridgestone.com/corporate/news/2017121502.html

BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T31

The Bridgestone BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T31 (T31) is the flagship model for the sport touring category. This tire maintains the stability and wear life performance of its predecessor, the BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T30EVO (T30EVO), while also offering improved wet performance and riding comfort. The T31 decreases braking distances on wet roads and delivers higher cornering grip to contribute safety trip in unpredictable weather.

The new T31 tire’s tread pattern features increased groove ratios on the shoulder of the tire to allow for better water displacement and improved wet performance. The middle of the tire has a reduced groove ratio to contribute to increased block rigidity for shorter braking distance under wet conditions.

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Re: New Bridgestone T31 Soon to be Released in Australia
« Reply #1 on: February 15, 2018, 05:41:20 PM »
Looks like they are going the path of the P4s., Will be shopping for tyres after Mackay, rear definitely and possibly front. Interesting to get some feedback from purchasers. I get the impression Bridgestone are playing catchup!   :eek:wht11
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Re: New Bridgestone T31 Soon to be Released in Australia
« Reply #2 on: February 15, 2018, 06:23:55 PM »
Looks like they are going the path of the P4s., Will be shopping for tyres after Mackay, rear definitely and possibly front. Interesting to get some feedback from purchasers. I get the impression Bridgestone are playing catchup!   :eek:wht11

It does read like a PR4 rip-off.
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Re: New Bridgestone T31 Soon to be Released in Australia
« Reply #3 on: February 15, 2018, 07:45:35 PM »
It doesn't mention if it's a hard, medium or soft compound.

But long wear life, makes me think hard compound.

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Re: New Bridgestone T31 Soon to be Released in Australia
« Reply #4 on: February 16, 2018, 12:12:17 PM »
Its load rating for the 170/60/16 rear, is 10Kg better than the PR4 GT. If it gets closer to the PR4's in performance/longevity and the price is right, might be worth a look.
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