Bridgestone BT 016 PRO 170/60Z R17 (72 W) Rear TL M/C

This review is for the rear tire. I bought a pair of Bridgestone BT 016 PRO to replace a worn part CT2s Michelin. The previous owner had installed the wrong section on the back. The transition to the recommended 190/55 and the non-circular profile has made a huge improvement to the handling of the bike. Wish I had assembled there for centuries. Improved grip is immediately noticeable, improved handling is due to the shape of the profile. All together Bridgestone BT 016 PRO transformed my bike in something I enjoy now riding a lot more than before. The depth of the rear tread wear seems a bit more with the old tire. However, I put it on the rubber being softer and grippier, and also because I now feel confident about using more than 170bhp under my right hand .....: o) Read more Collapse

This report is for the front Bridgestone BT 016 PRO tire of a pair. I bought it to replace these worn a pair of Michelin CT2s. The first thing I noticed was superior adhesion. This resulted in a huge improvement in my riding confidence, enjoyability and overall handling. So far I have (accidentally) had a driving experience in the wet, and I did not notice any unexpected behavior. Part of the improvement is down to the installation of the correct rear tire. previous owner had installed the wrong section width in the back ...... !! Read more Collapse

Bridgestone BT 016 PRO are a good all around, confidence builder for the fast corners and remain stable on all road surfaces, I can not fault the performance, they only last 2500 miles with the usual hard riding 3500mls with easy riding, but I do not know much use my bicycle. I recommend these total. But not for heavy travel. Read more Collapse

Having changed bt023 sports tourism to supersport Bridgestone BT 016 PRO difference was impressive. 016 gives much more confidence in the corner and braking and made the bike (Suzuki GSX650F) much more enjoyable. the mile age is a little less than 023, but it is a worthy sacrifice for the improvement he has made to the bike. Read more Collapse

The super cool tires after warming keep the asphalt. Originally established at Kawasaki ZX6R, they gave very good advice, having sold my jackdaw in Sachsie 800 to tourism and will also excel sensational. There were different opinions on these tires, the BT 016 Pro are improved and can honestly recommend to everyone. Read more Collapse