dhdrider
07-03-2007, 01:19 PM
Well, prior to my track day on July 2nd I was up in the air about what rubber I was going to run out at TWS.
Background:
I used to be a regular trackday attendee about 1 1/2 to 2 years ago. I took a hiatus due to the birth of my daughter. I am now back on track (pun intended). Prior to my break, I had run DOT race rubber. I ran through several sets of Bridgestone BT-002s which I absolutley loved. I also ran through a set of Pilot Race tires as well. I preferred the BT-002 between the 2 but felt very confident on either. I had also got my lap times out at TWS below the 2:00 mark. That's not Ty Howard pace or anything, but it's quick enough to be competitive on some of the novice classes. (specifically heavyweight twins class that I would run in if I raced my RC51).
Fast forward to a couple of weeks ago, I didn't want to run a race tire. Way too expensive on the old RC51. That bike absolutely vaporizes rear tires, even more so w/ a hot track. I could typically get 1 1/2 days on the rear w/ a hard BT-002.:doh: So, a "street" tire was what I was looking for. I wanted longevity of a street tire. I wanted good feel. I wanted good wear. Most of all I wanted the confidence I had in running a DOT race tire. So I was up in the air between the Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs and the Diablo Corsa 3s. (Both of which feature a rear tire w/ dual compounds). well I decided to go with the Pirellis, and was I impressed! They were great in the rain in the morning and then when the track dried up, they were incredible in the dry. I felt every bit as confident as I ever did w/ the DOT race tires.
To sum it up, I am truly astonished at the level of performance of modern "street" tires. So, if you might be considering this tire, I would give it a big thumbs up. After I purchased the tires I found out that this tire (even though it is considered a "street" tire) is the spec race tire for European Supersport 600. How's that for a "street" tire? :clap:
Please note: I cannot comment on longevity of the tire for street use at this time. I will post up at a later date about mileage. Furthermore, in no way is this a negative against the Power 2CTs as I have not tested them personally.
Also, it should be noted that I am not a professional test rider. Just offering my humble opinion. :mrgreen:
Background:
I used to be a regular trackday attendee about 1 1/2 to 2 years ago. I took a hiatus due to the birth of my daughter. I am now back on track (pun intended). Prior to my break, I had run DOT race rubber. I ran through several sets of Bridgestone BT-002s which I absolutley loved. I also ran through a set of Pilot Race tires as well. I preferred the BT-002 between the 2 but felt very confident on either. I had also got my lap times out at TWS below the 2:00 mark. That's not Ty Howard pace or anything, but it's quick enough to be competitive on some of the novice classes. (specifically heavyweight twins class that I would run in if I raced my RC51).
Fast forward to a couple of weeks ago, I didn't want to run a race tire. Way too expensive on the old RC51. That bike absolutely vaporizes rear tires, even more so w/ a hot track. I could typically get 1 1/2 days on the rear w/ a hard BT-002.:doh: So, a "street" tire was what I was looking for. I wanted longevity of a street tire. I wanted good feel. I wanted good wear. Most of all I wanted the confidence I had in running a DOT race tire. So I was up in the air between the Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs and the Diablo Corsa 3s. (Both of which feature a rear tire w/ dual compounds). well I decided to go with the Pirellis, and was I impressed! They were great in the rain in the morning and then when the track dried up, they were incredible in the dry. I felt every bit as confident as I ever did w/ the DOT race tires.
To sum it up, I am truly astonished at the level of performance of modern "street" tires. So, if you might be considering this tire, I would give it a big thumbs up. After I purchased the tires I found out that this tire (even though it is considered a "street" tire) is the spec race tire for European Supersport 600. How's that for a "street" tire? :clap:
Please note: I cannot comment on longevity of the tire for street use at this time. I will post up at a later date about mileage. Furthermore, in no way is this a negative against the Power 2CTs as I have not tested them personally.
Also, it should be noted that I am not a professional test rider. Just offering my humble opinion. :mrgreen: