News - 2015

Bridgestone ups traction on soft terrain with new BATTLECROSS X20

2015/01/29

Tokyo (January 29, 2015) - Bridgestone Corporation today announced that it is expanding its hot new BATTLECROSS motocross tire line-up with the launch of BATTLECROSS X20 for soft terrain. Developed on the race track with professional riders in top motocross competitions, the X20 features new Castle Block technology and a pattern layout proven to dramatically increase traction, cornering grip and the tire's working range. It will be available in April and have 1 size for front wheel and 3 sizes for rear wheel.

BATTLECROSS X20 builds on the strong reputation created by X30 for medium terrain and X40 for hard terrain launched in 2014. Both tires have received sensational reviews from MX riders and pundits everywhere. The X20 now brings all types of motocross riders, from championship competitors to young beginners, a new level of performance in soft conditions.

The redesigned block pattern with increased stiffness and edge component delivers stronger cornering grip and traction on muddy tracks, slippery sand and softer terrain. Combined with Bridgestone's Castle Block, which unleash more edge effect and traction on firmer ground, the new BATTLECROSS X20 also gives riders more options across a wider range of terrain.

Through its extensive line-up of products, including off-road products, Bridgestone continues to support riders and riding activities.

[Castle Block]

1.The product photographs

2.Recommended riding conditions

3.Tire Size

	Size
Front	80/100-21 51M
Rear	110/100-18 64M
	100/90-19 57M
	110/90-19 62M

About Bridgestone Corporation: Bridgestone Corporation (BSJ), headquartered in Tokyo, is the world's largest tire and rubber company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and territories around the world.