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Pride Empire

7/13/2022
$204.99
4.8Read Reviews

The Pride™ Empire introduces a new level of backend speed to the MOTIV® line.  Featuring the brand-new Propulsion™ Pearl Reactive cover stock, this beast showcases an angular response unlike anything before. 

The MOTIV® engineering team has been making clear advancements, leading the industry in pearl cover tech in recent years, and this new Propulsion™ system is the pinnacle of angular performance.  Utilizing this new pearl cover, the Pride™ Empire pushes through the front of the lane with ease, storing energy for a dynamic move down lane.  And that’s at a 5000 Grit laser-scanned finish!  Bowlers who desire maximum length and a violent response to friction can adjust the finish to a higher grit like 5500, but they may get more than they bargained for.  We kept it at 5000 to tame this beast a touch.

The Dominion™ asymmetrical core at the heart of the Pride™ Empire also displays special characteristics.  A moderate primary RG differential and low intermediate allow the ball to dominate on lower oil volumes and higher friction surfaces than more powerful asymmetric balls like the Jackals, which are designed for higher volume patterns.  Additionally, the asymmetric physics of the Pride™ Empire provides ball drillers with greater layout versatility since weight holes are no longer allowed in competition.

When To Use:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - For speed dominant bowlers who love to see angular motion, the Pride Empire will fit well below the Mythic Jackal in their bag.  The Mythic Jackal is a strong asymmetrical hybrid option for creating angular motion.  When that ball is too strong, speed dominant bowlers should have no issue stepping into a Pride Empire and creating even more angle to the friction. 
  • Balanced Bowlers - For bowlers with a balanced speed to rev rate ratio, there are many uses for the Pride Empire.  A strong and smooth drilling will give the bowler a great ball to use behind their original pride to continue controlling the lane without worrying about the friction developing up front.  However, a balanced bowler using a cleaner and more angular drilling could use the Pride Empire to create more angle down lane than possible with anything else in their bag.  Balanced bowlers will find the Pride Empire to be a crucial piece in their tournament and league arsenals. 
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - Bowlers with substantial rev rates will see use for the Pride Empire when they want to maintain control of the lane while still creating a substantial angle.  This will serve as the most angular ball in the middle of a rev dominant player’s progression.   

 

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Specifications

Length67
Backend85
Hook61
Flare Potential5"+
Weight BlockDominion™ Asymmetric
Cover StockPropulsion™ Pearl Reactive
Finish5000 Grit LSP
Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.49Max Differential .041Int. Differential .010

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.50Max Differential .042Int. Differential .010

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.52Max Differential .043Int. Differential .011

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.56Max Differential .039Int. Differential .009

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.63Max Differential .028Int. Differential .007

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  1. 09/14/2026
    Product Pride Empire
    From Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
    About Me Newer bowler of 3.5 years with permanent dizziness lessened while playing, and a possible bowling ball addiction.
    Rating 5.0
    Gorgeous cover with even better motion!

    I haven't been able to throw many pearls. They typically over skid and hit weak. I was nervous about drilling this one due to that reason. Eventually, I gave up and drilled it. I was totally blown away at how perfect this ball motion is. It's a pocket seeker. It doesn't over skid or act oddly like other pearls have for me. And it hits so strong! A lion is the perfect beast to have on the side of this one. I only wish I had drilled one sooner, and bought a case of them. For a thumb-in lefty, 13-15 mph, 265 revs, and high tilt, this ball is averaging above 200. I really, really, really wish Motiv would bring back the Pride line!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 01/23/2026
    Product Pride Empire
    From Ann Arbor, MI
    Rating 5.0
    Length with quick and strong motion at the pins

    I'm a two handed bowler and struggle with getting the ball down the lane without it hooking too early. This ball changed my perspective on using a larger asym. My son picked this up in an equipment swap for himself so I need to find one of my own!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 10/09/2023
    Product Pride Empire
    From Lewisburg, TN
    Rating 5.0
    Pride Empire

    What can I say? Wow! first Motiv reactive piece, I had a Purple Tank that was atrocious to me, and a Blue Tank that was phenomenal, first 700 series this season last night with the Empire, first 3 games on it. Safe to say I'll be trying some more reactives from you guys!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 03/03/2023
    Product Pride Empire
    From Riverview
    About Me Avid bowler league and tournaments
    Rating 5.0
    Great ball

    Love this ball. Gets through the heads easy and nice continuation through the pins.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 03/03/2023
    Product Pride Empire
    From Naperville, IL
    Rating 5.0
    Favorite ball

    All I can say is this ball is amazing. I got the Pride Empire for my first Motiv ball and it is the most versatile in my bag right now. It’s something I can go to whenever the lanes are burning up and transitioning a lot, I can always go to the Pride Empire and I’ll be able to be successful with it. I am looking to get another Motiv ball soon, but if you're looking for a good pearl ball, Pride Empire is the ball

    I would recommend this to a friend

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