Ball NPS Score: 100.00
- CORE: Inner - Recon Outer - Reverb
- COVERSTOCK: MOTIVator-X
- FINISH: 4000 Wet Sand
- RG RATING: 16#-2.59, 15#-2.59, 14#-2.61, 13#-2.62, 12#-2.62, 11#-2.69 , 10#-2.75
- RG DIFFERENTIAL: 16#-.018, 15#-.025, 14#-.025, 13#-.030, 12#-.038, 11#-.22, 10#-.10
- FLARE POTENTIAL: 2"+ (Low)
- HOOK POTENTIAL: 30 (Medium)
- LENGTH: 30 (Medium)
- DRIVE ENERGY: 36 (Medium-High)
- Recommended Lane Condition: Light Oil or Short Oil Patterns
- DESCRIPTION: Plan a controlled strike against the competition with the MOTIV Recon RX1. It features the new Recon inner core and is armored with MOTIVator-X coverstock for a controlled reaction on light oil, or shorter oil patterns.
The Recon core drives the RX1 into the heat of battle. It provides a higher RG to control revs and a moderate differential to smooth out reaction down the lane. The 15# RX1 has an RG of 2.59 and a .025 diff.
The MOTIVator-X cover on the Reconâ„¢ RX1 compliments the core perfectly for attacking light oil conditions. It has a urethane-like reaction to tame friction on the lanes, yet still provides excellent recovery and hitting power.
The factory finish on the Bright Orange RX1 is 4000 wet sand. This finish will provide length and a smooth breakpoint.
The Reverb outer core of the RX1 is a low-density polyester resin with pin piercing hardness and strength. Rather than absorb impact energy, this outer core reverberates energy as it explodes through the pins.
The MOTIV Recon RX1 features the most visually impactful NeoMark graphic yet. And, as with all NeoMark graphics, the logo is actually part of the coverstock so it can be sanded, polished, or tuned just like any other performance ball.

layout #1: 5 5/8 pin, 1000 surface
layout #2: 4 pin, box surface

This ball is a beast on short or dry patterns!  I'm a good 8-10 boards right with this ball compared to my SX1's with similar layouts, on the THS.  

Threw this on cheetah, and am really pleased with the reaction I got with both balls.  It isn't as jumpy off the dry boards as the other balls in the current line-up.  The long pin ball gets down the lane better and has a sharper breakpoint while the shorter pin has a smoother reaction.  With the way they are now, layout #1 is stronger than layout #2 for me.  It allows me to start with the #1 and when it starts being a little too strong at the breakpoint, i can switch to the #2 and all is well.  This is an excellent addition to the MOTIV line and should be in everyone's bag!  

you can check out a video of these balls here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOHeSnjDH6Q
the last couple shots are with a SX1 with the same 5 5/8 pin layout to show how much weaker the RECON is.
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"Every Strike brings me closer to my next homerun"
Motiv Regional/Amateur Staff
Turbo Regional Staff

Drilled my Recon with: Pin up above the fingers right in the middle.
Surface of the ball: left in the box condition.
Ball speed: 17 mph

The reaction is lengthy with a nice moderate reaction past the oil. Perfect for a short oil pattern and/or a burnt broken down pattern.

I recently threw the Recon on a fresh THS along with a TZ3 with the same layout, as seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVj_mthI6BE

The Recon had more length with an arcing reaction where the TZ3 was snappier on the backend. There was a 5 board difference in reaction where the TZ3 was stronger.

The Recon filled the need for a lengthy predictable ball, that is able to have a consistent reaction through the heads and dry.

And yes..... It does pick up 10 pins too. Double duty as a spare ball.  

An excellent ball for anyone who is looking for a ball for short and broken down patterns.
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300''s - 6
800''s - 2 (820, 834)
High Avg - 238
PBA Member
MOTIV Seed Program Member
In my bag:
- Motiv GT1
- Motiv SR2
- Motiv TR2 (2)
- Motiv QZ1 (Red)
- Motiv TZ3
- Motiv RX1 (Recon)

The Recon is one of two releases this summer from Motiv.  It is a high RG, low Diff. core wrapped in a mild reactive coverstock.  They were shooting for a light oil/dry lane ball and the hit it on the head.  I am a Sr. player w/medium revs and speed.  I drilled my Recon 50 x 4 x 45 w/pin just slightly below ring finger. Wt. hole 1.5" down VAL.  This ball works great on our fresh THS. Lets me play way out by the ditch that most other balls will not and thus, I can stay out there longer.  As the track breaks down (ususally from the others working it) I can then get in somewhat & play tighter angles in the track area whereas eveyone else has to really swing it to get their equipment to get down the lane.  Do not have to continuously 'chase the oil' with the Recon.  

Also, there this ball on a Cheetah & Viper pattern.  Worked very well on both as long as I didn't try to over grab and/or 'juice it' at the bottom of my swing.  The pin carry with this ball, as well as all balls from Motiv, was excellent!  Really keeps the pins low and throws them around.  Really amazed at the hitting power of this ball.

If you are looking for a light oil/dry lane type ball, this is the baby for you!  You will not be sorry.  Another great ball from Motiv.

The Recon RX1 is not only bright in color (super orange), it's everything you want and/or need when the lanes are "fried". This is the ultimate control ball without compromising its hitting power. This new release has a higher RG and a low flare potential which allows me to get the ball through the front part of the lane with the greatest of ease. The combination of the core and cover will give you a smoother transition in the mid lane and it also helps to eliminate the over reaction off the breakpoint.  MOTIV has really did it this time, by making a dynamic ball for light oil/dry lane conditions.                    

My Recon is drilled 4" X 3" (3" pin) My ball speed is about 17 mph, my rev rate is 280, ball at box finish. Check out my video.    

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpGXno4jk40




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Cory
MOTIV Amateur Staff
35 300s
32 800s (879 High)

"Get MOTIVated"

me
Power tweener - 17+ mph
rev rate 340-380
ave. 220+ (house) 200 (sport)

The basics
Stock cover prep (4000 wet sand)
4" pin above ring finger with cg right about 1 inch and balance hole in p1 position.

What I expected was a super long spare/fried lane ball - high RG and Low differential. What I got was a ball that is stronger than expected and hits like a truck! The best comparison for me would be like the Urethane Hammer balls of the 80's/90's, but with the punch at the pins of a Resin ball from the REVERB outer core. WHAT A COMBINATION!

If you are looking for control, with a punch when the lanes are dry, or on shorter Sport pattern, THIS IS THE BALL! It can replace your spare ball most of the time, but doesn't hit like when a spare ball when you need it for a strike ball. And to top it off - it looks AWESOME!

EVERYONE should have one of these in their bags! Get one before the competition does.
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800x6

MOTIV RECON RX1

Coverstock:
The RX1 bowling ball features the MOTIVator-Xâ„¢ reactive coverstock. It provides a controllable reaction on light to medium oil.
It has a urethane-like reaction to tame friction, yet still provides excellent recovery and hitting power.    

Box Finish
The factory finish on the Bright Orange RX1 is 4000 wet sand.  This finish will provide length and a smooth breakpoint.

Inner Core
It provides a higher RG to control revs and a moderate differential to smooth out reaction down the lane. The RX1 has an RG of 2.59 and a .025 diff (15# ball).
Compared to the TX1 which has the same cover but different core, the TX1’s Thrust inner core RG is 2.54 with a differential of .052 (15# ball).

The MOTIVâ„¢ Recon RX1 features the most visually impactful NeoMark graphic yet.  And, as with all NeoMark graphics, the logo is actually part of the coverstock so it can be sanded, polished, or tuned just like any other performance ball.

First Recon drilled:
Axis Point - 5" over 0" up/down
Pin to PAP- 2 1/2"
CG Placement - lower right quadrant, left of pin
Balance Hole – small hole just past axis point
Dual Angle Layout - 60* x 2 1/2" x 25*
Surface Preparation - Out of Box (4000 Wet Sand)

Second Recon drilled:
Axis Point - 5" over 0" up/down
Pin to PAP- 4 1/4"
CG Placement - upper right quadrant, just left of pin
Balance Hole – no hole
Dual Angle Layout - 65* x 4 1/4" x 35*
Surface Preparation - Out of Box (4000 Wet Sand)

Review:
The reaction from this ball is just what Motiv advertises, smooth through the fronts and midlanes then continuous in the back part of the lane. Again this ball is made for short to light oil patterns.

Recommendations:
My recommendations is to use this ball where it shines best and that is very short patterns with very clean backends. Don’t drill this ball weak since the cover is what gets the ball down the lane not the drill pattern. Why drill a second Recon? With the first Recon I drilled which was basically a ‘laydown core’ I was needing just a bit more backend reaction for conditions which contained a blend of oil further down the lane. The second Recon did what I expected, with a more aggressive pin placement, I was able to get more backend reaction for the condition I was trying to overcome.

Summary:
Even with a laydown core, the RX1 did not roll-up earlier like you see with a lot of balls drilled with this pattern. The smooth cover and high RG of this ball makes it travel effortlessly through the fronts and midlanes. This ball is an eye catcher because of its bright orange color and NeoMark graphic. This ball is a must on short pattern with aggressive backends … hint Cheetah pattern!


Ernie Segura
Motiv Seed Program (Michigan)
USBC Certified Silver Level Coach
35 Certified 300’s
19 Certified 800’s

Review for the MOTIV Recon RX1

Stats are in my profile.
Ball Layout:
60 x 4 1/4" x 50 pin down, p2.5 hole, 4000 Abralon

Surfaces I used this ball on: DBA IQ & Anvilane Gen. 1

House #1 (DBA IQ) & House #2 (Anvilane)- I bowl 2 leagues each at these alleys and they are vastly different as to the caliber of players you see and lines to the pocket. I usually start at both houses with this ball. I refresh the surface on a regular basis with this ball as it is my benchmark ball also. I will start in the track with this ball (13 - and slowly chase it in as it dries up. This ball is clean through the fronts, not perfect because of alittle surface, but does a great job at reading the back of the pattern and making a nice move to the pocket, no over/under here...just good roll. Once the track is dried up enough...the pearl recon comes out and literally "shines"! This is a very versatile ball IMHO, some maybe able to start with it, and some may not...but everyone matches up differently.

Thanks you for reading.
Brian
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www.motivbowling.com