200/60 R17 SOFT Bridgestone Battlax V03 - Race Slick

Peak Racing Grip With Consistent Lap After Lap Performance

The Bridgestone Battlax V03 is a pure racing slick engineered for riders chasing every fraction of a second on track. Developed directly from Bridgestone’s top level championship programmes, it builds on the proven V02 platform with new compounds, a revised profile and an expanded contact patch for stronger dry grip and more stable cornering. The V03 is designed to deliver its performance repeatedly across multiple laps and heat cycles, giving riders a tyre that stays fast, predictable and consistent throughout a session.

Internal testing has shown the V03 to be faster than the previous V02 generation, with riders reporting improved cornering precision and a more stable feel under load. It is a dedicated NHS (Not for Highway Service) race slick built solely for closed course use.

Key Technical Characteristics

Enhanced Dry Grip From New Compounds

The V03 uses updated front and rear compounds — including Bridgestone’s first Sprint compound option — to maximise mechanical grip on warm, dry circuits. The tyre generates strong traction at lean and provides the confidence needed to push deeper into braking zones and carry more speed through corners.

Increased Contact Patch for Stability and Speed

A revised profile creates a larger and more uniform contact patch compared to the V02. This helps the tyre maintain stability at high lean angles and improves pressure distribution across the surface, supporting faster corner entry and more controlled mid corner behaviour.

Consistent Performance Across Heat Cycles

The construction is engineered to maintain its performance characteristics over repeated laps and multiple heat cycles. Riders benefit from predictable grip and stable handling throughout a full session, not just the first few laps.

Race Focused Precision

The V03 communicates grip levels clearly, allowing riders to feel the tyre loading and unloading through fast transitions. This precision is especially valuable during sprint races or time attack sessions where confidence and feedback are critical.

Proven Pace Over the V02

In controlled testing, the V03 demonstrated faster lap times than the V02, reinforcing its position as Bridgestone’s flagship racing slick.

Positioning Summary

The Bridgestone Battlax V03 offers:

• A next generation racing slick developed from championship level technology
• New compounds for stronger dry grip and improved cornering performance
• A larger, more uniform contact patch for stability at high lean
• Consistent performance across multiple laps and heat cycles
• Clear feedback and precise steering under race loads
• Faster lap times than the previous V02 generation (internal testing)
• NOT FOR HIGHWAY USE

It’s a tyre built for racers and advanced trackday riders who want maximum dry surface performance with the consistency needed to push hard every lap.