Bridgestone BT020 Reviews
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“Own a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 and I do not like the...”
Written on: 19/04/2013 by wildwilly38
Own a 2004 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 and I do not like the BT020 tires at all. The lack any mileage at all they last no longer than 3,000 to 4,000 miles on my bike terrible mileage on the road. The center tread flattens almost immediately and makes handling corners more difficult. I am going to try the Exedra Max see if they do any better, everyone in the cycle business I ask about tires always say Bridgestone are the worst which I have found out true to this point but will try the Exedra Max and... (read more)
★★★★☆
“Bang for the buck”
Written on: 05/04/2012
I've always been a fan of BT-021s which gave me great safety and confidence riding in POURING rain in Florida. Even riding the ton in the rain on I-4! Dumb, but I lived and won't be doing that again. I was hesitant about buying such an old tire that has been replaced by at least 2 new models. This new one is a Bridgestone Battle Axe BT-020 Still, it has so far (Approx 1k miles) done right by me. I hope I get near the tread life I got out of my 021s. I was looking for a new 023(?) for cheap... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Didn't like these tyres at all, gave me no confidence...”
Written on: 04/03/2012 by Wray94
Didn't like these tyres at all, gave me no confidence through corners at all, the rear tyre squared of after about 4-5000 miles and the front has really uneven wear. Fitted maxxis supermaxx much better tyre (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Hi guys, I have a Triumph Sprint which had the BT020's...”
Written on: 20/08/2010
Hi guys, I have a Triumph Sprint which had the BT020's fitted Factory! Great when new but now after 9000km, the front tyre is badly scolped and the rear is down to the wear markers in the centre! i ride to work every day and thats only 14kms and get some serious hills riding on the weekends! Previously had Bridgestone on 2000 Hayabusa and front tyres scolped as well (read more)
★★★★☆
“Can't fault them for durability I got nearly 12k out...”
Written on: 14/05/2010
Can't fault them for durability I got nearly 12k out of the rear which is fantastic value for money. As for the front I've put 8k on one and its just starting to square off even though there's plenty of tread left, which is slightly disappointing as I've been running it at the recommended pressure. Could be that I just need to get off the a-roads onto the twisty stuff a bit more often! (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“These tires on my bike are now 3 years old with almost...”
Written on: 23/04/2010 by Forskter (1 review written)
These tires on my bike are now 3 years old with almost 11,000km on them and getting near end of life. If've found as these tires get older, they loose their grip and peformace suffers. Couple of points:
1. For durability, these are great tires. Not many 'sport bike' tires can last 10-12k kilometers.
2. The colder it gets, these tires suck, badly. I would recommend the BT020's only in warm weather climates. If you live anywhere when your mornings can be 35-40F (2-5C) or colder, the grip...
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★★★★★
“Over 30 years of riding M/C there second to none...”
Written on: 16/02/2010
Over 30 years of riding M/C there second to none recommenced for my kawa 1200 no complaints well worth the money the only thing that worries me is what happens when the discontinue them ?? If there not brokcen why try to fix them with 21's (read more)
★★★★★
“Living in the Channel Islands I ride daily to work on...”
Written on: 15/08/2008 by swazinut (1 review written)
Living in the Channel Islands I ride daily to work on bendy, greasy, slippery roads. So far the tyres have proved to be very reliable. Winter is still to come though, so watch this space! (read more)
★★★★★
“Best advice I can give is get rid of the wax on the...”
Written on: 24/03/2008 by cmcculloch25 (1 review written)
Best advice I can give is get rid of the wax on the Bridgestone BT020 and allow to warm properly before letting Rip... (read more)
★★★★☆
“When they're on the wear limit mark get them replaced,...”
Written on: 14/02/2008 by mrpastry
When they're on the wear limit mark get them replaced, they become dangerous at high corner speeds. Good wear too, 2700 miles. (read more)
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★★★★★
“Just fit them warm them up then enjoy them with...”
Written on: 24/09/2007 by the bull (1 review written)
Just fit them warm them up then enjoy them with superior grip and confidence. Stoner did and went on to win Moto GP Crown in 2007. He went from a crasher to a World champ in under a year! (read more)
★★★★★
“I own a '05 Yamaha FJR 1300 and am ordering my third...”
Written on: 25/09/2006 by zman1968
I own a '05 Yamaha FJR 1300 and am ordering my third set of Bridgestone BT020's. I love these tires, given that I commute to work, take long tours, and ride the twisties of So Cal very often. All around great tire in feel and response, and terrific tread life.
First rear lasted 9300 miles, second rear lasted about 9500 miles. Great tires.
Front tires have been cupping on me, but I think it's because my air pressure gauge sucked and I had them 1-2 PSI under-inflated.
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★★★★★
“Frankly, I think Derryaero's comments are largely...”
Written on: 08/07/2006 by Jestex (1 review written)
Frankly, I think Derryaero's comments are largely inaccurate. Having a Srint RS myself, I've found the Bridgestone BT020 tyres fantastic. Touring, high speed blasts and the odd tomfoolery on the rear wheel have all been coped with without complaint. (what's that about a bad workman blaming his tools?) (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“I think the Bridgestone BT020 tyres are highly...”
Written on: 18/04/2006 by derryaero (1 review written)
I think the Bridgestone BT020 tyres are highly overrated. They at any rate don't work well on the Triumph ST/RS. They are wooden in feel and feel unstable. Replacing them with Metzler's, Pirelli's or Avon's transforms the bike to a great-performing, balanced bike! Dump these. (read more)
★★★★★
“Had 3 sets of Bridgestone BT020's on my Blackbird. I...”
Written on: 04/12/2005 by veryfast (1 review written)
Had 3 sets of Bridgestone BT020's on my Blackbird. I found them to have excellent grip and feedback to the extent where I will not try any other tyre. The 020's work well enough to allow footpegs, kneesliders, toes and lower farings to touch down without any problems. They will slide exiting corners and put some nice black lines on the road if provoked. Only real problem for me is replacing front and rear tyres every 2500 miles (although that's probably my riding rather than a fault with the... (read more)
★★★★★
“I replaced my Bridgestone BT010's with these little...”
Written on: 25/08/2005 by willywidget (2 reviews written)
I replaced my Bridgestone BT010's with these little gems (Bridgestone BT020) on my 2001 Fazer. They inspire supreme confidence in the dry, and equally in the wet. They have excellent cornering abilities, and also an excellent choice for touring and "quick" riding. A great all rounder. (read more)
★★★★★
“Bridgestone BR020 tyres were fitted as standard on my...”
Written on: 09/08/2005 by pan man
Bridgestone BR020 tyres were fitted as standard on my st1300 from new. I got 8k plus miles of hard riding from a set, mainly with a pillion. I replaced the tyres with the same again, at a cost of £218.00. I had them fitted after a bit of bargaining, but don't forget these are a special (f) version made for the pan. I would not use any other tyre on it. (read more)
★★★★★
“Bought the Bridgestone BT020 tyres and have not been...”
Written on: 08/08/2005 by Concerned Parent (16 reviews written)
Bought the Bridgestone BT020 tyres and have not been disappointed. Hard wearing and durable and good value for money. I would recommend these tyres without hesitation. (read more)
Tamlin's Response to Concerned Parent's Review
Written on: 18/10/2005
hard wearing AND durable eh?!
<br>Seriously, these are a good tyre, I have gone fron the BT56 and the 020's are spot on, confidence to your limit's not the tyres!
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★★★★★
“I had the Bridgestone BT020's fitted to my teapot and...”
Written on: 17/07/2005 by mccanntb
I had the Bridgestone BT020's fitted to my teapot and found them to be the perfect tyre for that bike. They warmed up quickly and gave good consistent grip. I did manage to push them into a slide once or twice and found them dead easy to control and very predictable. The dual compound works brilliantly and I got nearly 12k from the front, howevera series of nasty punctures prevented me from finding out exactly how long a rear would last (it's more than 5 1/2K anyway. They're best moment... (read more)
★★★★★
“I've got these tyres on my Z1000, excellent grip in...”
Written on: 30/05/2005 by iicceeman
I've got these tyres on my Z1000, excellent grip in wet and dry, have done just over 3,000 miles at various speeds including highly illegal ones and still have plenty of wear left. The rear tyre is just starting to square off though. Would highly recommend them. (read more)
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Written on: 05/06/2012
I think I really need 2 new tyres ont he back of my car. It's getitng a bit silly now, the easily balanced lift off oversteer is a feature of the handling that made me buy the car. But now creeping around little mini-roundabouts trying to avoid frowns of other motorists whilst driving to work half asleep isn't fun.