Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 Reviews - Page 3

Given 97% while driving a BMW R1150RT (120/70 R16 W) on mostly country roads for 10,000 spirited miles
I like to lean the bike over and the oil heads lean over an awful lot!
This tire takes over from the previous BT021 and promises longer mileage; I got 10K out of the 21. Behaviour is perfect wet, windy, or dry. I cannot comment much about braking since I have ABS linked power brakes; I do not notice the ABS switching on and off more than it should do.
I use 34lbs pressure [also on the rear] and try not to go below that. It appears to resist debris such as nails and sharp stones well.
Helpful 9 - tire reviewed on June 21, 2012
Given 89% while driving a Honda CB 1,000R Motorbike (180/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Have had many different tires over the years on various bikes (maninly sports) and must say these have been the best of the lot. On my recent fireblade and now CB1000R I have used BT 014's, 015's, 016's, 021's as well as many other makes. These give plenty of feedback and inspire me to ride quicker and corner faster and have been excellent in the wet. They also seem to be wearing well and I have replaced tires at a lot less miles then what these have currently done.
All in All a very good tire that I would use again and recommend.
Helpful 14 - tire reviewed on May 30, 2012
Given 89% while driving a Kawasaki ZZR1400 (190/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 12,000 spirited miles
Previously had BT021s on my ZZR1400, but as they weren't available at the time from my local dealer, I tried BT023s. It took a while to get used to them, as the steering is definitely slower on the 23 than the 21, but they've been generally good, and seem to have worn well, though I typically get around 12000 (yes, 12 thousand) miles out of a pair of tires. Mind you, 12k is only a year's use for me.
Helpful 8 - tire reviewed on May 27, 2012
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Given 97% while driving a Honda Honda CB600F Hornet (180/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 8,500 spirited miles
i have a honda hornet 600 when i first got my bike it had a dunlop set up i couldnt be more unhappy with them however the 023 is proberly the best tire on the market for someone who dose alot of miles and plays on the week end my mate has the same bike as me and runs the 016 and corners make no odds wether thts due to the rider or not how ever her is a good rider too about 8500 miles rear n 10000 on front i have no chicken strips at all :@
Helpful 12 - tire reviewed on May 2, 2012
Given 99% while driving a Honda CBR1000RR10 (190/70 R17) on mostly country roads for 350 average miles
Well I have done 350 miles on these tires and to say its made my Blade feel a whole lot better is an understatment. They feel great, they give great levels of grip and they are so stable at speed. I only gave 9 out of 10 for wet grip as I have not been out in a proper down pour yet. But I have been out in damp conditions and they were great as well.
I have looked at the wear and it looks good as well (Remember I've only done 350 miles)
Helpful 13 - tire reviewed on March 28, 2012
Given 80% while driving a Honda ST1100 Pan European (120/80 R18 W) on mostly country roads for 6,500 spirited miles
The BT023s were a good match for the ST 1100 stable and predictable in the dry but a bit less so in the wet. The wear rate was reasonable with the front tire wearing out before the rear. 6.5k on the front and 8k on the rear. No steering wobble as experienced with some other tires.
Helpful 11 - tire reviewed on March 21, 2012
Given 93% while driving a Suzuki SV650S (160/60 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 6,000 spirited miles
Update. I had done just under 6k on the rear tire before a puncture.. The manager at my local garage thought i had done under 3000 miles. Had to replace as bridgestone recommend new tires after punctures as they dont test for it. Only choice... Another bridgestone bt 023. Now just £129.50 fitted
Helpful 12 - tire reviewed on February 10, 2012
Given 96% while driving a Suzuki SV650S (160/60 R17 W) on mostly country roads for 2,500 spirited miles
I've done 2500 miles on this tire and the line used for balancing has only just dissappeared. Wear is fenominal, dry grip is far superior to the standard Dunlop Sportmax tires to the point that at near full lean the rear felt planted whilst I could feel the front end slide (i have about 3mm of chickenstrips). Tires warm up in seconds not minutes and wet weather riding around Brecon is still a pleasure. Not a pleasure compared with another tire, just pleasure full stop. The tire feels a bit hard at lower speeds (below 30mph) but above that the tire provides amazing comfort and I can't hear the tire over the sound of my exhaust.
Helpful 12 - tire reviewed on October 13, 2011
Given 93% while driving a Kawasaki ZZR1400 (190/50 R17 W) on mostly country roads for 3,500 spirited miles
These tires were excellent. My riding is mainly 2 up with and quite spirited even more so when on my own! I really cant fault these tires, They have never stepped out on me or even felt like they would. I am not shy at getting a shift on although with a degree of caution and I have complete confidence in these tires which is very important.

Only down side was the wear, having said that 3.5k out of a tire on a big bike is not bad, would def buy again. I am going to try roadsmarts next.
Helpful 12 - tire reviewed on September 5, 2011
Given 96% while driving a Triumph Daytona 675 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 4,000 spirited miles
I have a 675 that I've owned for 3 years so I've tried various tires and have to say these 23s are brilliant. I ride 300 miles a week all year round and agree the wet grip is really good and water is dispersed from the tire efficiently. I'm happy to use front brake in the wet while starting to lean into turns and that wouldn't be the case without the grip they provide. The only other wet tire that i think might be as good is the Pirelli Diablo or Strada ( which i have on another bike) Dry grip is also very good. I have around 5mm of chicken strips left from road riding and have never had the tire step out of line ever. The tread is still uniform and deep across the tire widths, and profile has not flattened atall. I'm confident that I'll see an unheard of 8-10k miles from them. Really!! They warm up fast and mine have slight signs of bobbling rubber from hard cornering. I'm looking fwd to a trackday in a couple of weeks - wet or dry I don't mind. Ignore the hype of needing super sport tires on a 600 (the 675 has Diablo Super corded as standard) as they don't match the all round performance of a BT023.
Helpful 10 - tire reviewed on August 7, 2011
Given 87% while driving a Honda CBR 600fm (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 4,000 spirited miles
Fitted to a older heavy sports bike these tires smashed all exepectations, even impressing me with the improvements since the BT021, which i rode on in different compounds and spec. As mentioned before, the wet grip well outperforms what your brain tells you is actually smart to do whilst giving you feel to push the bike when your brain says it is time to do so.. when you need confidence in your rubber most. Feedback is 'good' but not supersport tire good, the comfort is much better then you'd expect with stiffer suspection settings and you'll always feel great on a sunny day knowing whats wrapped around the wheels.
Helpful 12 - tire reviewed on August 5, 2011
Given 96% while driving a Kawasaki GTR 1400 (190/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 6,200 spirited miles
Excellent Tire put on before tour to france and spain from the uk no issues due to replace soon will be getting them again. covered 6200 miles no problems at all well worth the money.

Kawasaki GTR 1400 Motorcycle.
Helpful 10 - tire reviewed on July 17, 2011