{"product_id":"180-55-zr17-73w-bridgestone-battlax-t32","title":"180\/55 ZR17 73W Bridgestone Battlax T32","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Battlax T32\u003c\/strong\u003e is Bridgestone’s advanced sport touring tyre engineered to deliver stronger wet weather performance, improved braking stability and more consistent handling compared with the earlier T31. It introduces updated compound dispersion, revised tread geometry and enhanced water evacuation features designed to give riders greater confidence in variable conditions while maintaining the dry road stability expected from a touring focused tyre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe T32 uses a silica rich formulation similar in principle to the T31 but with improved distribution throughout the compound. This enhances chemical grip on cold and wet surfaces and helps the tyre reach operating temperature more quickly. The tread pattern incorporates Bridgestone’s Pulse Groove technology, which accelerates water flow through the grooves to reduce turbulence and maintain traction during wet weather braking and cornering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Technical Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulse Groove Tread Technology (New vs T31)\u003c\/strong\u003e The T32 introduces a groove design that channels water more efficiently than the T31’s conventional pattern. This supports shorter wet braking distances and more stable behaviour in standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Silica Dispersion\u003c\/strong\u003e While the T31 already used a high silica compound for cold weather grip, the T32 improves silica distribution within the rubber matrix. This increases chemical adhesion on wet surfaces and supports faster warm up in low temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevised Contact Patch Behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e The T32’s carcass and tread stiffness are tuned to maintain a more uniform footprint under load. Compared with the T31, this results in more predictable steering response and improved mid corner stability, especially when carrying luggage or a pillion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Wet Braking Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e Testing shows the T32 achieves shorter wet braking distances than the T31, supported by the updated groove geometry and compound behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTouring Focused Wear Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite the improvements in wet grip and stability, the T32 is engineered to maintain practical mileage for long distance riders. Wear distribution is more even than the T31 due to the updated tread stiffness profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Battlax T32 is designed for riders who want stronger wet weather confidence, improved braking stability and more consistent handling across a wide temperature range. Compared with the T31, the T32 offers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter wet surface grip\u003c\/strong\u003e due to Pulse Groove technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShorter wet braking distances\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore stable contact patch behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e under load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved silica dispersion\u003c\/strong\u003e for cold weather performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimilar or improved wear life\u003c\/strong\u003e despite higher grip potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the T32 a strong choice for year round sport touring riders who prioritise predictable handling and all weather capability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bridgestone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57709662503294,"sku":"1805517BT32Z","price":177.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9191\/9742\/files\/T32_56cced77-4aee-4a3b-b272-a0863dcf3f25.png?v=1781347531","url":"https:\/\/www.motobench.co.uk\/products\/180-55-zr17-73w-bridgestone-battlax-t32","provider":"MotoBench","version":"1.0","type":"link"}