Bridgestone adds Ecopia fitments to maxi scooter line

A low rolling resistance tyre has been added to Bridgestone’s BattlaxSC maxi scooter range. The Battlax SC Ecopia is said to reduce rolling resistance by 15 per cent while maintaining the wet and dry handling, stability, wear life and comfort found in the standard Battlax SC. Bridgestone says it was able to reduce rolling resistance – which primarily results from tyre deformation and the loss of energy via heat generation during rotation – by working on three factors that directly affect tyre rolling resistance: the compound, the tyre shape and its construction.

The silica compound used in the Battlax SC Ecopia employs Bridgestone’s proprietary Nano-Pro Tech technology. This is said to work at the molecular level to reduce the heat caused by internal friction between the different compound elements, thereby reducing energy loss and rolling resistance.

Optimisation of the tyre shape and construction further minimises this energy loss by reducing tyre deformation during rotation. Bridgestone’s Mono Spiral Belt Construction and High Tensile Super Penetrated Cord help to keep running temperatures cool by suppressing the deformation of the tread shape while maintaining high grip, stability and mileage performance.

“With the new Battlax SC Ecopia, riders of maxi scooters can save fuel but still have total confidence and enjoy the ride” commented Vincent Van Houtte, senior manager Motorcycle Tyre Products, Bridgestone Europe.

The Battlax SC Ecopia will be available in Europe in front tyre size 120/70R15M/C 56H and in rear sizes 160/60R14M/C 65H and 160/60R15M/C 67H from January 2014. Scooters targeted include: BMW C 600 Sport, C 650 GT and new electric C Evolution; Suzuki AN 650 Burgman; Yamaha TMAX.