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Raptor Talon Ball Review
My information: Ball Speed:15mph average .Rev Rate:285 average.
Axis Rotation:45 degrees. Axis Tilt: 15 degrees.

                                Ball Specs Information
Core: Predator,   Type: Asymmetrical,   Coverstock:Fusion Solid Reactive
RG:2.46  15 lbs,  Diff: .060 15lbs,   Int md diff:.015 15lbs
Colors: Grey/Black with yellow and white logos
Surface of ball tested:OOB 2000 grit sanded.
Drilling of ball tested: 60 X 30 @3 ½”  P3 x-hole 2” deep.

                               Lanes tested:Synthetic
First off.This ball is as adverstised,an oil monster.Unless you have
a ball speed of over 20 mph,keep it off dry lanes.

I used the Raptor Talon on a 42’ heavier oil sport pattern during a tournament.
When the 2 Cruel never bit early enough,the Talon really bit in the midlane.
I used the Talon all 9 games for the tournament.

The Raptor Talon uses a lot of energy in the first 2/3 of the lane.The
Talon really starts it’s heavy roll as soon at it meets the lane.
During the tournament the early roll in the heads and midlanes was
a plus.It enabled me to have some room for error if I missed at the
bottom of the swing.On this longer and heavier volume pattern,the
Talon had a very smooth arcing motion at the breakpoint.The response
to the friction was fast.

During the first 3 games I lined up at 16/7/5.The Talon really shined .
It helped me control the lane.I could miss right and still have  the  ball
recover.This recovery help loosen the swing,knowing that you could
miss and still get the ball back to the pocket.

When the lanes started the transition stage during 4-6,All I had to do was
Move about 5/3/2 which put me around 21/10/7.Now I had oil for hold
And more friction to the right to create bumper area.Which really
helped the pin carry.Now I had extra entry angle to the pocket.


When the lanes opened up on this pattern,during games 7-8,I just moved
4/2/2 left which put me at 24/12/9.I just kept the ball in the oil and
increased my speed.The buffer to the right gave me all the area I needed.


The Talon was all the ball I needed.Early roll,great midlane revs,and a heavy
roll at the breakpoint.But no over-reaction at the breakpoint.
This ball will help speed dominate and rev challenged bowlers when they
encounter heavy oil.

On a 42' house shot that is blened,the Raptor Talon worked great inside
the oil line.Just chase the oil and it works great.But during the middle
of the third game this ball starts to be too much.This is were the Primal Scream
came into play.

Overall this ball is a plus for me.Especially when I find oil.
I can see the speed and rev challenged using this ball on oilier house shots.



Angela Wlit/AKA MOTIV GIRL
MOTIV Staff member
http://www.motivbowling.com/products/balls/raptor-talon.html

Rg - 2.46

Differential - .60

Cover - Fusion Solid Reactive

Core - Predator


Having trouble at your local house when they seem a little tighter than usual or maybe when you go out of town to an unfamiliar tournament where you cant get the ball to hook. Worry no more the Raptor Talon has arrived.

With its low 2.46 rg and .60 differential matched with the proven predator core and the brand new hyper aggressive Fusion Solid Reactive Coverstock you can hook this baby on ice. Heavy rolling, continuous and consistent this new release from Motiv was given the highest hook rating EVER by bowling this month magazine. There is no amount of oil that this ball cant conquer.

The Raptor Talon gives me the best look on long fresh patterns over 40 feet in length. This ball is easily the strongest ball ive ever put in my hands and no matter what the pattern may be I know that its going to hook every single time and demolish the pins. The Talons strong roll and continuation through the pins will surely catch your competitors eye on the lanes and in the shop. Head out to your local pro shop and get your hands on one and start turning heads. Get MOTIVated!

Aaron Gall
Motiv Staff
www.motivbowling.com

Looking for Hook. The Motiv Rapton Talon is an excellent ball for heavy oil and fresh house shots. With the Predator core this ball has a very easy to read continuous reaction.  The ball reads the lane early allowing you to move inside and play the middle of the lane on a fresh house shot. It easily gets through the heads which is especially beneficial on wood lanes. This ball has tremendous pin carry allowing you to score higher.

I have used this ball on various conditions from a medium oil pattern at 41 foot and a heavy oil pattern at 45 foot and on both wood and synthetic surfaces.

I am right handed and throw the ball at 17mph. I use the Motiv Power Gel Scuff to keep the ball clean and ready to react at all times.

Not only have I had great success with this ball but my customers have also. I have drilled this ball for various styles of bowlers. I have bowlers that have struggled to hook the ball now have all the hook they wanted. Other bowlers can now play an inside line and count on the hook they desired to crush the pocket.

If you want a ball that hooks then this is a great choice. Thank you Motiv for another excellent ball.

Bronson Schalizki
“Motiv Staff Member”
www.motivbowling.com