slicks tire selection - Michelin vs Yoko vs Hoosier etc
02-25-2014, 05:29 PM
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Longevity and performance are always dependent on the driver and how well the car is set up.
02-25-2014, 07:00 PM
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FWIW, I spoke with a Yokohama/Pirelli/Hoosier tire dealer and they confirmed that the Yoko does leave some performance on the table compared to the Pirelli and Hoosier in exchange for better consistency and longevity. This is somewhat offset by the multiple compounds available, i.e. super soft, soft, medium, and hard.
07-13-2020, 09:25 AM
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Running slicks in opposite direction
Has anyone run Yokohama A005 slicks on the rear in the opposite direction to the 'drive' rotation? After they have been heat-cycled. They state they're non directional however I'd be interested to hear peoples experiences....
07-15-2020, 03:31 PM
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Mike:
have you considered Pirelli P zero (DH)? last year I switched to Michelin, bought two sets. While I am nowhere near the fastest, I noticed a marked drop off with the Michelin’s, much sooner than with the Pirelli. This year switched back to Pirelli. The Pirellis are a couple of $$ more expensive than the Michelin’s but last longer.....Just my .02 GL
have you considered Pirelli P zero (DH)? last year I switched to Michelin, bought two sets. While I am nowhere near the fastest, I noticed a marked drop off with the Michelin’s, much sooner than with the Pirelli. This year switched back to Pirelli. The Pirellis are a couple of $$ more expensive than the Michelin’s but last longer.....Just my .02 GL
