kwxx Posted February 28, 2004 Share Posted February 28, 2004 I'm getting to the point where I'm pushing the cornering limits of my Bird at trackdays. I've been running Diablo Corsas without incident, but I'd like to increase my margin of safety. What's a good DOT race tire for trackdays? Something with good stick, heats up relatively fast, can take some heat cycles, I don't care about wet weather performance. advice is appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 I run Metzeler Rennsports on my Mille (RS1 on the Front and RS2 on the back). I have also had good luck with Dunlop 208 GP's (or whatever the new equivalent is). MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwxx Posted March 1, 2004 Author Share Posted March 1, 2004 I run Metzeler Rennsports on my Mille (RS1 on the Front and RS2 on the back). I have also had good luck with Dunlop 208 GP's (or whatever the new equivalent is).MaXX Is a race license required to purchase these tires or just to get a discount? The Rennsports sound like the ticket. Who's got the best prices. thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 I buy them through www.swmototires.com or www.discountmotorcycletire.com, depending on who is doing better that day. I have my own tire tools and do all the changing and balancing myself. MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwxx Posted March 2, 2004 Author Share Posted March 2, 2004 I also do my own tire changing and balance. Only way to go except when to many "Buds" find out you've got the equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N1K Posted March 2, 2004 Share Posted March 2, 2004 advice is appreciated Armor-all for better traction.... :razz: (I always give my best advice to liberals) :poke: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwxx Posted March 3, 2004 Author Share Posted March 3, 2004 advice is appreciated Armor-all for better traction.... :razz: (I always give my best advice to liberals) :poke: XNIKX, I invite to join me at a trackday for more liberating experiences. :grin: Here's something for your nightstand: http://www.hart-photography.com/MotorSport...ages/p0011.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N1K Posted March 3, 2004 Share Posted March 3, 2004 I invite to join me at a trackday for more liberating experiences. Would they let me do a trackday in Sandals and Levi's? :razz: Cause I don't own "gear" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwxx Posted March 4, 2004 Author Share Posted March 4, 2004 I invite to join me at a trackday for more liberating experiences. Would they let me do a trackday in Sandals and Levi's? :razz: Cause I don't own "gear" With sandals and Levi's bout all you'll be able to do is be my umbrella boy. :grin: But if you need gear, I've got extra gear. Only condition, you shit em you buy em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted March 4, 2004 Share Posted March 4, 2004 Something tells me you guys are not the same size. MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Michelin Pilot Race, once warmed up they become glue. Just watch out for when they're cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwxx Posted March 5, 2004 Author Share Posted March 5, 2004 Michelin Pilot Race, once warmed up they become glue.Just watch out for when they're cold. I've got Rennsports on order. I may try the pilot race tires when the weather warms up. At last months trackday the first couple session were in 40-50 degrees ambient. A lot of guys on race tires went down early in the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Any tire, period, is slippery when cold. 1.5 laps around a track should have you warm. I am usually on it in 3/4 of a lap. Just an FYI. By the way, a bunch of records set on the RS1 front, RS2 rear combination in 02 and 03, the tires stick. MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomek Posted March 6, 2004 Share Posted March 6, 2004 Honestly,I don`t think DOT rubber (Pilot race ,sc1/sc2,rs1/rs2 etc) can handle the weight and power of XX during hard race track riding.Those tires are built mainly for 600, 750 and I guess V-twin bikes.They are almost inadequate for liter inline four bikes.XX has almost as much power and weights 120-140 pounds more.I don`t know but there is a good chance they overheat by the end of the session. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted March 7, 2004 Share Posted March 7, 2004 Not an RS2 on the rear. You must go RS1 on the front and RS2 on the rear or the rear will chunk, even on my Mille. MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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