- Thrill

First Impressions
The Motiv Thrill presents itself as a true specialist for dry lane conditions and should provide controlled length especially when friction is high. The design features the Flux core with a 2.57 RG and a very low 0.015 differential at 15 pounds. This core combination is characterized by a deliberately late rotation, which lets the ball travel farther without reacting prematurely. The Agility XP (Striking Precision) reactive coverstock in a pearl version comes from the factory with a 5500 grit LSP polish that keeps it maximally clean through the heads.
Comparison
In head-to-head testing, the Thrill proved stronger than the Motiv Burgundy Tank on dry lanes, but stayed more subdued than the Motiv Covert Tank. Compared to the Covert Tank, the Thrill reads considerably later, yet develops a more pronounced entry angle. As a complement to the Motiv Hydra, the Thrill offers a cleaner look with a similar range of use. The symmetric Flux core construction with very high RG and very low differential prevents an early jump or overly harsh movement at the breakpoint. These traits position it as a controlled alternative to the more aggressive mid-priced Motiv models.
On the Lanes
The Thrill was designed specifically for light oil conditions and should deliver length and control when lanes are dry and friction is high. The very low differential minimizes track flare and should provide ball control in the backend. Higher rev players as well as no-thumb bowlers and bowlers with slower speeds should all be able to benefit from this reaction shape. For summer league conditions, the ball can certainly serve as a starting ball and be used all night long, since it is pearl-clean but still smooth and readable with good pop downlane. Although attractively priced, the Thrill is not aimed only at first-ball buyers; it was deliberately developed for experienced rev-dominant players who need a ball that pushes farther down lane before it reacts.