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Old 04-04-2012, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Akilldema View Post
I have tried a lot of tires and will likely go back to BT-003RS front BT-016 rear for street/trackday. I like race rubber, but unless it's a soft compound, hard to get hot and stay hot on the street. I'd like to try Q2, but they don't seem to last very long.
I've been using this formula for a few years now on & off.
Last time I tried BT003's front & rear, but didn't notice much of a difference so now I'm back to 003 front & BT016 rear for best compromise of wear / performance. These have different compounds depending on area of tire, so they grip& also wear well.

One time I had an absolute idiot Benz driver do an emergency stop on the highway (for no reason) with me not too far behind. My back wheel was off the ground as I braked. No drama at all. Was glad to have the race tire on the front.

They don't last too badly either (Sorry, I don't make notes on when I fit tires and how long they last). Have heard lots about Michelins, mostly on US forums, but I'll stick with the Bridgestones I think.... I'm happy with them.
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