Bridgestone Battleax Bt45 -it's Probably Not You, But Me

It's my first experience with Bridgestone. My Bonnie came with these tires installed by the previous owner and they look in great shape and provide a nice ride.

So, in order to get used to the cornering of the Bonnie and the feel of the Bridgestones, I went to a roundabout (yes! We have two!) and started going around faster and faster, getting used to the lean angles and grip limit.

I've had Dunlops that would slide, but slowly and predictably -I could feel it begin to let go. But riding the Bonnie with the Bridgestones, the back (and even both tires once ) would lose grip without warning - the grip was there one microsecond and gone the next. Thankfully it was never just the front!

This brings me to my question(s): Are Bridgestones known for not sliding predictably, or is the because of the lighter weight of the Bonnie (compared to the cruisers I've had) that the loss of grip is so sudden? Something else?

I've tried varying the pressures slightly (1 or 2 lbs one way then the other) and there really wasn't much of a change.

I'm not worried or concerned -I'll get the feel of it. But, if it is the Bridgestone characteristic, I think I'd like to try some Dunlop when tire change is required and see how they do. Any experience with Dunlop on a Bonnie?

All input, jokes, and harassments are appreciated . . .

 

I could detect the sarcasm, DD.

 

Thanks, Chas. I'm not saying I'm a real burner, but I do like to get in the curves pretty good on occasion and I'd like the peace of mind of knowing a) I have side grip and b) the tires have some good feel to them.

I'll check the manufacture date -that may give me an excuse to look into making a switch sooner rather than later.

 

"Aparra they're good in the wet too but that's hardly relevant to you" Haha True dat.

 

I'm not sure I have the skill, half ton, but I can certainly give it a shot.

 

One of my favorite movies of all time.

 

Thanks for the information, guys, and more importantly thanks for the laughs (I say that in all seriousness ). I think I'll begin a search next week based on the advice given and see what comes up. If I can't get Santa to bring me that 1911, maybe I'll get some new skins. Of course, knowing her, I could end up with both.