Motiv
Forza
PatternStTwCr
Oily:9.599
Medium:885
Dry:NANANA
Sport:777

(1-10 in order of Stroker (ST), Tweener (TW), Cranker (CR))

Coverstock Info
Name:
Helix Solid Reactive
Type:
Reactive Solid
Box Finish:
3000 Grit LSS
Color:
Neon Orange / Grey
Core Info
Name:
Torx
Type:Symmetrical
RG:2.50
Total Diff:0.051
Int. Diff:NA

The Motiv Forza uses a new solid coverstock that is paired with a new symmetrical core shape. The Forza’s Torx core offers bowlers a medium low RG with a high differential. The Helix Solid Reactive coverstock is able to grab the lane through even the slickest of oils, thanks in part to its 3000 grit sanded box finish.

The Forza was best for us on our heavy test pattern. Stroker was able to take advantage of the early traction on the lane and the big amount of total hook. His lower rev rate kept the Forza on target with a straighter trajectory. This ball’s strong cover provided plenty of total motion while being earlier and smoother than the Jackal. Tweener and Cranker also...

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Performance Ratings

NameValueComments
Torque
(1-10)
6
The new Helix Solid Reactive provides a smoother, continuous motion on heavy oil conditions. The motion from this cover is smoother than other heavy oil balls in the Motiv line, such as the Jackal.
Length
(1-25)
12
The 3000 Grit LSS box finish provides plenty of teeth to chew through the heaviest of oil. This rough box finish helps the Forza to start hooking earlier than nearly any other Motiv release.
Back End
(1-20)
16
For as early as the Forza picks up the lane, the amount of back end reaction is pretty impressive. We had the most success while keeping our angles in the front of the lane straighter, but we could still avoid flat hits when we threw the Forza away from the headpin.
Total Hook
(1-100)
55
The Forza will be just under the Jackal in the total hook department. The rough box finish should allow even the lowest rev rate bowlers to see a decent amount of total hook.

Strengths: The Forza’s ability to retain as much energy for the back of the lane as it does after creating such a footprint in the front of the lane is its biggest strength. The Forza can create traction on anything it sees.

Weaknesses: At the box finish, the Forza is prone to hooking early on the lane if there is not a significant amount of oil volume in the heads. Polishing the cover will help resolve this weakness.

Overall Summary: The Forza adds a new shape on heavy oil patterns to Motiv’s line. The Forza will be earlier and smoother than the Jackal on heavy volumes of oil.