A predator, sleek and deadly, on the hunt at an unimaginable speed—every movement precise, every strike lethal. That's the essence of the new MOTIV Raptor Rush. Draped in a stunning gold pearl, this beast is built to dominate with unmatched strength and angularity. Featuring a monstrous symmetrical core paired with a revolutionary coverstock born from years of relentless research, the Raptor Rush is your go-to weapon when you need power with a wicked bite of down lane motion.
The Affliction V2 core is the strongest symmetrical core MOTIV has ever unleashed. This fast-spinning, low-RG powerhouse grips the mid-lane in its talons, giving you the control you crave. With a high differential of .055, the Raptor Rush provides incredible flare potential. While some bowlers chase asymmetrical balls for heavy oil, the symmetrical core of the Raptor Rush offers versatility and the incredible continuation synonymous with symmetrical cores.
Meet the Propulsion FYJ Pearl Reactive cover—MOTIV’s fastest, most aggressive pearl cover ever created. When MOTIV first started crafting bowling balls, cores were old news, but coverstocks? That was uncharted territory. In 2009, we unleashed the GT1, our first pearl coverstock. Fifteen years later, after countless trials and relentless innovation, we’ve perfected it. The Propulsion FYJ (Fifteen Year Journey) coverstock is the pinnacle of our efforts, delivering a combination of strength and angularity that’s nothing short of extraordinary.
When to Use
Speed Dominant: Many speed dominant bowlers struggle to use pearl coverstocks. Pearl covers are known for getting down lane easily, which can be a problem for bowlers who generate great speed or possess a lower rev rate. The fast-revving Affliction V2 core is a great start for speed dominant bowlers due to the low rg and high differential. Combining the Propulsion FYJ with the low rg beast Affliction V2 core is ideal for speed dominant bowlers who want to be able to use a pearl. When other bowlers are using high rg pearls to create angle, speed dominant players will be able to use the Raptor Rush to create that shape due to the incredibly strong pearl cover and Affliction V2 core.
Balanced: Sometimes balanced bowlers struggle to keep up with the transition and angle used by the highest rev rates in the building. A ball that gives the tweeners a chance to keep up with the crankers is a special and necessary part of the arsenal. The Raptor Rush is exactly the ball these inbetween bowlers will want to create angle and keep up with the higher rev rates across the lane.
Rev Dominant: For bowlers with the most rev rate and/or the lowest ball speed, the Raptor Rush will be the first pearl out of your bag. That first pearl out of the bag is an important one as it must provide some traction and significant strength, but still offer angle down lane. The Raptor Rush is the go-to for a first pearl out of the bag for rev dominant bowlers.
| Line | Raptor |
|---|---|
| Color | Gold Pearl |
| Coverstock | Propulsion FYJ Pearl Reactive |
| Core | Affliction V2 Symmetrical |
| RG | 2.48 |
| Differential | 0.055 |
| Intermediate Diff | n/a |
| Factory finish | 5000 Grit LSS |
| Weights | 12 thru 16lbs |
4 Reviews
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Our best Low RG, high Diff Pearl to date!
Building off the success of our pearls over the last couple years as well as a coming to fruition of all of the R&D that Motiv has done in the last 15 years since our first pearl coverstock release, the Raptor Rush is the perfect culmination of control and downlane speed that bowlers of all styles look for out of a heavy oil symmetric pearl. This will be a higher hook potential pearl than the Nuclear Forge while providing more control than balls like the Supra GT and Hyper Venom. You can see the core take over in the midlane and allow this monster to build momentum and absolutely launch itself off of friction downlane. If your bag is needing a heavy oil symmetric pearl, look no further! MOTIV Staff member-Anthony E
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MOTIV RAPTOR RUSH
"""IT'S GOLD"" The Raptor Rush is GOLD. AT the center is the Big Affliction V2 core, fast spinning, largest Symmetric Core to date. The core is wrapped in our fastest most aggressive cover, Propulsion FYJ (fifteen year Journey) pearl. The Rush sees the midlane and creates a controllable motion throughout the lane If you are looking for a ball during transition that will still create a controllable motion downlane then look to the Raptor Rush
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Soaring to Success
The brand new Raptor Rush is HANDS DOWN one of the best high end angular balls Motiv has ever made. Motiv made a HUGE advancement with the addition of the Crimson Jackal and the brand new Raptor Rush has been INSANE. I am personally a fan of higher end pearl bowling balls because they allow me to see shape while not having the biggest rev rate and the Raptor Rush allows me to do just that. I have been able to get as far left as I've wanted with this ball and haven't worried about it not continuing through the pins. This ball gives me the ability to play steep angles and get a HUGE amount of back end motion that I didn't think I could do. Go get yours today! Motiv Staff member: D.J. Rose
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Striking Gold
As a Motiv Staffer, I think the Motiv Raptor Rush stands out as a stunning addition to the lineup. Dressed in an eye-catching gold pearl finish, this ball combines strength and angularity to create a formidable presence on the lanes. The Raptor Rush features the powerful Affliction V2 core, the strongest symmetrical core MOTIV has ever designed. With its low RG and high differential of .055, it offers remarkable control and flare potential, making it an excellent choice for bowlers seeking both precision and power. The Propulsion FYJ Pearl Reactive coverstock is MOTIV’s fastest and most aggressive pearl yet, providing a blend of strength and angularity that’s truly impressive. For speed dominant bowlers like myself, the Raptor Rush is a game-changer, allowing us to harness the advantages of a pearl cover without losing control. The Affliction V2 core’s fast revving nature ensures that even at high speeds, we can create the necessary angle and motion down the lane. Whether you’re facing challenging oil patterns or looking to dominate the competition, the Raptor Rush is your ultimate weapon for a striking performance. https://youtube.com/shorts/Cv9-tYay_L0?si=PFg_65vC3PX2851t
