The Bridgestone S80 is a specialized racing slick developed for road race applications at the GP3 competition level, representing Bridgestone's advanced tire technology for professional and serious amateur road racing. This tire is part of Bridgestone's V02 racing tire line, featuring GP-BELT construction technology that provides the structural integrity and performance characteristics required for sustained high-speed circuit racing. The S80 incorporates Bridgestone's innovative 3LC (three-compound) specification, combining soft compounds for maximum cornering grip with medium compounds for enhanced resistance to abrasion, representing one of the first multi-compound racing slicks available for aftermarket purchase. Available in multiple compound options including extra soft, soft, soft medium, and medium variants, the S80 allows teams to select appropriate rubber hardness for specific track conditions, temperatures, and race strategies.
The Bridgestone S80 racing slick is manufactured in specific sizes for road race applications, with front tires typically in 90/580R17 configuration and rear tires in 120/600R17 configuration. Proper tire pressure management is critical for optimal performance, with recommended warm tire pressures of 2.50 kPa for front applications and 3.50 kPa for rear applications, while cold tire pressures should be set within ranges of 2.15-2.50 kPa front and 3.00-3.50 kPa rear depending on specific conditions and vehicle setup. The tire requires professional tire management including tire warmers to bring compounds to optimal operating temperature before track use, systematic pressure monitoring throughout sessions, and careful heat cycle tracking to maintain consistent performance characteristics. These racing slicks have zero street legality and are manufactured exclusively for closed-circuit competition where regulations permit slick tire configurations. The Bridgestone S80 delivers the ultimate in dry weather grip and consistent performance for serious road racing applications, serving competitors at GP3 level and similar racing series seeking professional-grade tire technology and engineering excellence.
