fastest turn in--re11 or ad08??
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In Japan Advan Neova AD08 is very popular for turner. I have Advan Sport right now but next Im thinking to get Neova AD08 for sure.
But if you want really high grip but not good life I think best tire I ever had was
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup. I had this on my BMW M3 CSL and it was great but not good in rain for sure.
But if you want really high grip but not good life I think best tire I ever had was
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup. I had this on my BMW M3 CSL and it was great but not good in rain for sure.
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Getting the RE11 soon, I have done my research and they offer the best wet and dry performance combined in one tire. There are a couple of tire options depending on your size, a few brands/models are really close, so price and style might be a factor too.
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Here is a pricing comparison for each tire for the rear on tirerack (some had no 255/35/18 so went with the popular 265/35/18):
Potenza RE-11: 282$
ADVAN Neova AD08: 262$
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec: 248$
Khumo Ecsta XS: 225$
The top 3 tires were extremely close and within 30$ or so per tire.
Potenza RE-11: 282$
ADVAN Neova AD08: 262$
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec: 248$
Khumo Ecsta XS: 225$
The top 3 tires were extremely close and within 30$ or so per tire.
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Kuhmo XS: Best maximum dry traction, but you sacrifice turn in & precision. quiet & soft
Dunlap Z1: Amazing dry/wet grip. Probably the best bang per buck. STIFF sidewalls
Potenza RE-11: Best all around tire, rated #1 on tire rack for a reason
For all around performance the Z1s and RE-11s are the two best tires on the market. The real decision comes down to tire size. Z1s only come in 18s max, the RE-11s come in 19s. If you are using 18s, the Z1s have amazing turn in and precision and are the best value. They almost make you feel as if you did a suspension upgrade (they are that good). If you are running 19s, get the RE-11s.
Dunlap Z1: Amazing dry/wet grip. Probably the best bang per buck. STIFF sidewalls
Potenza RE-11: Best all around tire, rated #1 on tire rack for a reason
For all around performance the Z1s and RE-11s are the two best tires on the market. The real decision comes down to tire size. Z1s only come in 18s max, the RE-11s come in 19s. If you are using 18s, the Z1s have amazing turn in and precision and are the best value. They almost make you feel as if you did a suspension upgrade (they are that good). If you are running 19s, get the RE-11s.
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I'm running AD08's at the moment, I'm not too happy with them. They are loud (not while driving, but when losing traction (daily occurance)) and I find that to get good grip out of them, you really need to put a fair bit of heat into them.
I got a set of Z1's for the rear next and then a full set of RE11's to try out. So far, I've never been let down by Bridgestone so I am looking forward to those the most.
I got a set of Z1's for the rear next and then a full set of RE11's to try out. So far, I've never been let down by Bridgestone so I am looking forward to those the most.
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I am on my second set of 19" Re-11' s. Only downside is they get a bit noisy after 1500 track kilometres. Very surprised at how well they wear. I did 15,000 Klm with 6 full track days on the 1st set. (Bald rears and 20% left on fronts.
If your on 19's go 245F and 275R
If your on 19's go 245F and 275R
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I am on my second set of Dunlop Star Specs and I will probably continue to use these tires in the future. I ran these tires for 4 track weekends last year but now have a dedicated set of R888's mounted on F14's. I am very impressed with the longevity of these tires and I expect to get nearly 10,000 miles on my current rears including 2 track days. The fronts still look brand new.
On the track, the Dunlops are very balanced (quick and precise turn in with high grip threshold) and most importantly for those of us that don't own a body shop, they reach the limit gradually without providing the Mr. Toad's Wild Ride that occurs with instantaneous loss of adhesion.
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On the track, the Dunlops are very balanced (quick and precise turn in with high grip threshold) and most importantly for those of us that don't own a body shop, they reach the limit gradually without providing the Mr. Toad's Wild Ride that occurs with instantaneous loss of adhesion.
You:
The guy behind you:
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Avoid the Khumo XS. I have them as track tires for my Audi and the sidewall is way too soft which makes the steering sloppy. Wish I would of spent some extra $$ and sprang on some better track tires 
