Jackal Ambush

Item Number: MTVBJKAMB

$234.9953 Read Reviews

1/11/2023

The newest predator in the vicious Jackal line, the Jackal Ambush will catch opponents off guard with its strength and control of its environment. This ultra-strong beast pushes the boundaries of ball motion and hook in oil, providing a smooth and controlled ball motion, even in the heaviest concentrations. The Jackal Ambush allows you to go on the hunt, knowing that you have the strength behind you to dominate.

The Jackal Ambush introduces the release of a brand new coverstock system; Leverage Solid Reactive. Leverage is formulated to be smoother down lane and stronger in the oil than the Coercion coverstock systems previously used for this ball motion. This is the most aggressive coverstock system ever developed in the MOTIV ball line.

Paired with this new system is the proven Predator V2 core. Used in the legendary Jackal Ghost and the Alpha Jackal used by Wesley Low to shoot 900, the Predator V2 is ideal in heavy oil conditions when a high performance, asymmetrical core is necessary. The low RG and high differential give a fast spinning and dynamic core design, capable of huge amounts flare.

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - For speed dominant bowlers, traction and guaranteed hook are so important. The Jackal Ambush is a must for bowlers who are speed dominant. With oil volumes increasing, bowlers with a lot of speed or lower rev rates benefit from increased differential, asymmetry, and stronger cores. The Jackal Ambush checks all of the boxes for bowlers needing help creating shape on the lanes.
  • Balanced Bowlers - Balanced bowlers will use the Jackal Ambush when in need of the most control and traction possible. For balanced bowlers competing on very high volumes or looking to start further in on a house pattern, the Jackal Ambush will do the trick, offering a smooth and predictable motion.
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - For rev dominant bowlers, the Jackal Ambush is a control ball for the absolute lowest friction environments. For these bowlers needing control, a shinier finish may be necessary, but the control offered by the Leverage Solid Reactive coverstock paired with the Predator V2 could be advantageous if angular pieces feel like they go everywhere on fresh oil.

Tip: Check with your local pro shop for the best prices. 

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockPredator™ V2 Asymmetric
  • Cover StockLeverage™ Solid Reactive
  • Finish1000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length43
  • Backend68
  • Hook85
  • Flare Potential7"+
  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .047Int. Differential .013
  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .054Int. Differential .015
  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.51Max Differential .049Int. Differential .014
  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.57Max Differential .040Int. Differential .011
  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.64Max Differential .030Int. Differential .010
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Reviews 5.0 (Based on 53 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 07/03/2024
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Kimberly, Idaho
    About Me A senior bowler who likes to keep up with the sport.
    Rating 5.0
    This ball hooks and gets through heavy oil.

    I've been looking for a way to deal with the heavy oil conditions my local house is laying down. I tried surface modifications, but still needed more. I researched the Motiv line and found the Jackal Ambush. It's not a pretty ball. It does one thing well and that's get to the pocket when there's heavy oil. I've got just enough games on mine now to have picked up a bit of lane shine and the ball is still seeking the pocket. It's also very controllable, never over reacting, so I've been able to move a little to pick up some of those light hit spares when they happen. This ball is making bowling fun again.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 07/03/2024
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Slidell, Louisiana
    About Me Retired TV-Radio technician who loves to bowl ?
    Rating 5.0
    My First Motiv Ball

    I’m a retired electronics technician and I’ve always loved the game of bowling. I purchased my first Motiv bowling ball about two years ago. I bought the Motiv Jackal that was highly recommended to me. Because of my age I had to reduce my ball to 14 pounds but with the specially designed weight block I was highly impressed with the hitting power and the ability to take out the nasty 10 pin! I rolled my first 300 game in March 2005 and after purchasing the Motiv Jackal in 2024, I rolled my second perfect game! High fives to the Motiv line of great bowling products!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 06/11/2024
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Puebla, Mexico
    About Me League player
    Rating 5.0
    Bowling Nerd

    Hi this is my honest review. I'm sorry if I sound like some Nerd. Since I bought my Ambush in January this year, this ball has improved me 87 X and the best positions that work great are 20/10 or 30/15
    Not only for fresh oil, sometimes the lane conditions are rare and you need go strength and the Solid cover helps. It's also great when I change my hand position or even need to throw with my UFO-SPIN mode

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 04/30/2024
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From lafayette Indiana
    About Me i love motiv and want to be on the staff team and be on the pba one day
    Rating 5.0
    Jackal Ambush

    It is a good ball I would recommend. It is for heavy oil and just rips through house shot when need be. I love this ball. It stays in my bag when I need it. Sometimes when I can't hit my shots with my other balls I take the Jackal Ambush and move left and hook the whole lane and it works this ball is amazing and you would not regret having this is your bag also the Jackal Ghost is a good ball to have

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 03/06/2024
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Columbus Ohio
    About Me Average guy
    Rating 4.0
    Sweet

    Can't believe how reactive this ball is. Love it. I've been away from bowling for a while in the purchase of this ball has made it easy transition to get back into

    I would recommend this to a friend

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