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Old 02-03-2011, 12:58 PM   #21
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FYI, to get the most out of slicks you really need your suspension set up for them. The added grip that comes from swapping on a set compared to a DOT will cause handling issues that possibly will result in slower times.

and of course the other consideration of the full race slick only having one, maybe two heat cycles in them before traction falls off dramatically, where as a DOT may have 5 or 6, a street/Track tire 8 or ten...
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Old 03-12-2013, 12:47 AM   #22
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...Does anybody have experience with these.

-Battleaxe BT45s - H Rated
-Avon Roadrider - V-rated The Avons are also available in slightly wider versions for both front and rear
-Continental TKV Ultra - H Rated
-Pirelli Sport Demon - H Rated


*EDIT* - and if a wider tire is available that would fit like the Avon note says, what is a better tire size for a track day???? Tire size noob here.
My old GS1000 runs skinny bias/ply and tubes. I've run several pairs of the Sport Demon's and they were terrific. Always V-rated even though I never go over 80. After enjoying Avon Storm 2's on my CBR, I switched to Avon Roadriders' on my old Suzuki. Every bit as good as the Sport Demons, but even better for wear. I have 4k on them now and they look brand new. And I carve a ton of roads. And on wet roads or sand, the Avon Rr's are just spectacular.
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