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Black Venom

Item Number: MTVBVMDRK

$179.9972 Read Reviews

3/29/2023

Introducing the Black Venom™, a bold upgrade to the already incredible Venom™ line. This uncompromising new addition features the latest Leverage™ cover technology from the Jackal Ambush, modified for maximum performance on moderate oil volume.  Pairing this new Leverage™ MFS Solid Reactive cover with the Gear™ APG core creates earlier read and unstoppable traction when attacking light-medium oil lane conditions.

The cover stock on the Venom™ Shock has been the gold standard for benchmark performance since its release nine years ago.  As oil volumes have increased over time, the Venom™ Shock appears more angular, so it’s time to take things to the next level.  Upgrading to Leverage MFS technology means the Black Venom has more bite and a smoother motion on the lane, giving you the upper hand when maximum traction is what you need.

At the core of the Black Venom you’ll find the Gear™ APG.  Originally developed to overcome the loss of weight holes in sanctioned play, it’s a uniquely low RG / low differential asymmetric core that delivers performance beyond its price point.  With versatile drilling options, you can create many shapes on the lane with just this one Gear APG core. 

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - For bowlers who have always wanted a Venom™, but the previous releases have been too weak or condition specific, the Black Venom™ is ideal. The Black Venom™ is a modern adaptation of the original Venom™ Shock, meaning that it is now stronger and smoother. This should make the Black Venom™ the perfect Venom™ for people too speed dominant for its predecessors.
  • Balanced Bowlers - Bowlers with balanced speed to rev rate ratios will find incredible versatility from the Black Venom™. As in the Venom™ Shock, the real magic in the Black Venom™ is the ability to use it on a multitude of conditions and from shallow to steep angles.
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - The Black Venom™ is the ideal benchmark ball for a rev dominant bowler. All bowlers need a ball to use as a lane reader that is right in the middle of their arsenal and can be used on most conditions. The moderate strength Leverage™ MFS Solid Reactive paired with such a low differential (.036) in the Gear™ APG is perfect for Rev Dominant bowlers.

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockGear™ APG Asymmetric
  • Cover StockLeverage™ MFS Solid Reactive
  • Finish4000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length56
  • Backend70
  • Hook58
  • Flare Potential3"+

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .032Int. Differential .011

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .036Int. Differential .013

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.50Max Differential .033Int. Differential .012

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.56Max Differential .028Int. Differential .009

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.63Max Differential .020Int. Differential .007
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Reviews 5.0 (Based on 72 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 04/10/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Raleigh, NC
    About Me Motiv Staff
    Rating 5.0
    BLACK SNAKES ARE GOOD SNAKES

    This ball adds another great product to the Venom line. The asymmetric core helps me early in the league night or at the start of a tournament to blend out the oil in the mid lane and the friction at the end of the pattern. This lends itself to be on the smooth side of ball shapes, but it can still be a trusted ball to move left with. If you were a fan of the Venom Recoil and looking for something that is close, then this could be your answer.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 04/07/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Kyle, Texas
    About Me Avid bowler considering taking a run at it
    Rating 4.0
    Venom Line (Black)…I feel smarter!!

    Out of the box, freshly drilled for an earlier read, lane conditions fresh, it struggled to read through heavy oil as stated by Motiv…but couldn’t resist;)! 160’s to 170’s :(. By 3rd and 4th game it got on it! 190-233 with a 5 and 7 bagger in each it seemed to hone in on where to come out of the oil and hit its mark every time! With the Shock, Recoil and Black as my arsenal I now have a ball for all situations. I can adjust my game in real time and become a completely different bowler from throw to throw when need be.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 04/06/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    About Me Team Lefty, League and Tournament Bowler, Staffer
    Rating 5.0
    Fast Smooth Venom!

    So, with this new release I decided to change it up a bit and go with a 6 inch pin layout. Man, this bad boy is Awesome! It just glides through the front part of the lanes and just walks to the pocket. Didn't get to throw it a lot tonight due to the Primal Shock and Carbide Tank was reading the lanes well tonight. But in game 3, half way through the game, I decided to grab the Black Venom and see how it does, should have brought it out earlier! It just had eyes for the pocket. I can literally throw it much faster! No need for a slow hook like my Primal Shock! This will definitely be staying in the bag! No need for a 6 ball arsenal anymore! Primal Shock, Carbide Tank, Venom Shock, and Black Venom is all what's needed now! Keep it up Motiv, these releases are top of the charts! Videos coming soon!!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 04/06/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Meridianville, Al
    About Me Lefty from Alabama
    Rating 5.0
    Must have

    Like the heading says. This ball is a must have in your bag hands down. I drilled mine 40x4.5x70. For me this is a benchmark ball. So smooth and predictable. When it hits the pins just has a different sound. Keeps pins low and drives. I believe it’s a little stronger than on the chart. Between this and Primal Shock great one two punch. Black Venom has a round shape on the backend.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 04/05/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Bowie MD
    About Me I am avid league bowler. I bowl on 2 leagues a week. I switched to Motiv after the Buyout of EBI by brunswick when they shut down the US plant. So I switched to an American Made product and I have loved them ever since.
    Rating 5.0
    Wow what a monster

    This ball impressed me so much. I was planning to purchase a different ball at the Motiv test drive until I threw this ball. This is my first ball out of the bag on league night I drill mine pretty neutral and similar to the test drive layout. Wow love this ball so much. It is way stronger than anything else in my bag currently.

    I would recommend this to a friend

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