Using Road Tyres on Track: Can You? And Best Road & Track Tyres

[@paulwilliam55]

I'm amazed how good my Road 5s have been at the track. They've done 7000km and 6 track days so far and they're still going strong.

[@srk_mithipati]

How about road 6 ? I am currently on michellin power gp, dry grip is amazing. Wet isn't great. You can feel the rear loosing traction now and then. Unfortunately they don't last over 6k kms. I'll be using for weekend rides, some track days and a bit of off beaten roads. Looking for something that can handle the abuse and not wear out faster.

[@DrHakennase]

@@srk_mithipati I wrote the Road 6 on my trusty Speed Twin 1200 and i noticed in warm weather like 32C°+ and hard riding it seems to give way and trigger my Traction Control. Even happened to my brothers Street Triple RS 765

[@czierwo]

PowerGP. They take a lap or two to warm up properly, but once warm they like a chewing gum and allowed me even put my elbow down, mostly by accident, but still. Super happy, recommend.

[@gnarshread]

I run BT S21's on and off track and have been very happy. I realize that I am not quick enough to require slicks and it is so nice to do a track day and then commute to work the next day on the same tires.

[@SirMountainpass]

Try the BT S22...

[@gnarshread]

@@SirMountainpass I ran a set of 22's last summer and was very impressed.

[@mauroa.4993]

@@SirMountainpass whats the difference between the s21 and s22? Atm I’m using the s21’s but looking for new tires.

[@joejeelfaniega1330]

@@mauroa.4993 basically an upgrade version of s21

[@MrAlexv1212]

I’m on Bridgestone s22. Great tire at least for my level.

[@BonjobyBasketball]

Ran S22 all the way into mid-Intermediate group at my local track. Amazing tire and took me 7 track days to get to the point where I began to overheat them. Throwing some Dunlop Q4's on now, can't wait to try them.

[@atcguy2007]

I'm late to the game here, just got a used 2008 K1200R naked bike with 23,000 miles in 2021. Put new Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tires on it (not Corsa II). Amazing. Best tires I've ever had. I know those tires came out 7 or 8 years ago now, but man they're the best I've ever ridden.

[@Moicc]

S22's here. Had a great day at TT Assen

[@damienwood1414]

My tyre of choice, fantastic tyres. That front is unreal.

[@Lu1Z.9mm]

what pressure do u use? f and r

[@omega_profile1]

Just did my first ever track day on Michelin Power 5. Rain pooring down in the morning and slowly drying up through out the day. The thrust they gave me in the rain was amazing. I expect to get another 3 mild track day out of this set which for 200 euro's is amazing value. The only thing needing improvement is me, and this video helped me learn a lot.

[@mikegleeson3418]

Great advice! I "down graded" from Q3 to MT77RR. These where excellent tires and in med group on the track I could easily overtake those with slicks etc. They allowed me explore there limits before actually needing to upgrade.

[@Beaver314]

I used to run Rosso III's and did 2 trackdays and a full riding season with them, roadtrip to the eiffel region included... they were pretty worn down after the second trackday though. last season i tried the S22's and absolutely love them. quick to warm, instant grip, long life and good feel

[@HydraulicPressChannel]

I like to ride first couple track days of the summer with road tires. Especially with big bike like my 1290 Super Duke it takes couple days to get the speed back after the summer so I am going pretty slowly and carefully. The first days are also so cold that I would probably have different compound for those than I am using later on the summer resulting more tires and more money spent. Street tires that I have are Metzeler M7 RR and the front tire feels almost as good as track tires but the rear is bit helpless with 180 hp and 145Nm :D I think I am about 4 seconds slower with the street tire so not that much. But somebody bit more skill and softer riding style would be easily able to ride those on fastest group. I also would like to add that the most important thing is not to run too old tires. It's not good idea to try safe some money by using 5 years old tires no matter what type they are.

[@saltyprocrastinator]

Hmm, I don't think we'll every fully know, unless you compare the pressure it takes to crush all of these tyres!

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Didn’t know you rode? You should include this on your other channel! I would love to watch your content.

[@BlackFlag94]

I've only ever upgraded with rubber on the track but I was riding comfortable fast group pace on a 600 with Racetec Interact K3 road tyres. The front tyre is epic! The rear tyre lacked edge grip for driving out of the corners and would slide out mid corner too at high speed. I went into Supercorsa SC1/SC2 slicks and loved them but they didnt transform my lap time. I then bought D212GP tyres MS4/MS5 and instantly lapped 1 second faster than the supercorsa. I am now moving onto the D213GP to see where this takes me

[@leegpmx4life145]

I'm currently running Bridgestone rs10's and they have done extremely well and I'm a fast intermediate to slow advanced rider currently. I won't be getting slicks and warmers till I'm more consistently in the advanced class.

[@RyanMcIntyre]

You won't ever need them as a track day guy. Those RS10s are more than most A Group riders can use

[@Doubledeepfried]

@@RyanMcIntyre Got a lowsider with my S21's, so I got Bridgestone R11's and also orderd some tirewarmers.. hope I am quick enough to keep them warm tho :s

[@edmondvanas2710]

Last year, I switched from (old) Dunlop Sportmax to Pirelli Diablo Rosso III's on my '96 Kawasaki ZX7R. It totally changed the character of the bike in a good way. It's amazing how it handles now. I can do things with it I thought were not possible. So much confidence, too. I might try the Corsa II's when this wonderful set has worn out.

[@mickl8212]

As I said before, I run a pair of 'old' Bridgestone BT 016's on my carburetted R6, they're perfectly fine for quick pace in the middle group on track. They're graining up nicely when they're up to temperature and the full width of the tyre is used. I saw a guy nearly highside in front of me with his 'race rubber' on the initial laps even though we were running similar pace.

[@Nelis1992]

Old comment. But this couldve been me. Same bike, used to have same tires, and simmilar situations :)

[@ryanjohnson3641]

I'm using dunlop Q3+ - they are really great , they take a lap or 2 to warm up ...but once they are up to temperature , they stick and are very rewarding and predictable.

[@xanvox]

Just started this year at track, I had Bridgestone S21 in my FZ09 and I am glad whit them. Now I have a YZF R6 to track and I put S22 for track and street

[@SirMountainpass]

Such capable tyres, the S22! Will be standard on the new 2021 MT-09 / SP 2021...

[@WatermarquePaul]

Another very informative video! Just a track day rider I’ve “downgraded” to road tyres from slicks, find them much more forgiving and allows me track time if the weather turns a bit damp.

[@LifeatLean]

That's a massive plus, Paul. It was so nice to just roll out in wet conditions without having to faff around with wheel changes.

[@whoami5096]

I am using Dunlop Sportmax Q3+ more than ample grip that I will ever need. Most people just need to be real with themselves...

[@crimzikk]

Awesome tyres!! Had them on my speedy

[@lifeisgood070]

Do you use the front brake in corners? or the rear brake? Or do you slide the back end out ever? Just curious. I haven't tried the dunlop brand yet.

[@dancarlos1216]

I love the Q3+

[@soybeanrice]

@@lifeisgood070 mate i dont know anyone who uses rear brake in corners if thats what you were asking. With heavy braking the rear end is about to come up so the rear brake is effectively useless. Only good for locking up the rear end prior to corner entry

[@BenWarrington75]

Running Q4 on my zx10r, commute and track days, no drama, excellent tyre

[@petecastiglione9710]

I’m new to sport bikes (2 years) and super new to track days (2 months). I’ve just been running the Michelin Power GP and have not seen where I will be out running that tire by a loooong shot. Having come from 30 years of riding cruisers I am learning every time I sit on the bike and am loving it.

[@jenpsakiscousin4589]

I just put power gps on one of my bikes a few months ago, been very impressed so far. How low of a tyre pressure have you went in them? They seem to have a sweet spot 29 front and 27 rear cold on the little r6. I don’t know how strong the carcasses are on these, power 3 tires I couldn’t go below 31/30.

[@petecastiglione9710]

@@jenpsakiscousin4589 I’ve started the day at cold 30/30. Throughout the day I will check pressure right after a session and target 32/34 hot. That seems to reduce the tearing as suggested by my coach. After the day is done and I check the cold pressures I see that they are around 28/28. So it seems I’m getting +4 front and +6 rear in the heat of the day.

[@yannguyery6735]

Intermediate rider here. Using bike off and on track. Been on front Power RS and back Rosso3. Found the limit in traction, will upgrade to full Rosso Corsa 2, these will be perfect for my usage and riding skills.

[@SladeRenegade]

I went from using the Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires to the Pirelli Rosso III on my 2014 Triumph Street Triple R because I don't do track days and only commute with it. Saved some money and felt no difference in grip levels when dry, with better wet weather performance. Love these hoops. Great video.

[@verdeboyo]

Dan Sir, in 2021 this is so up there👍🏻 You have been such great help to all of us keen to do it right. My latest bike (Aprilia RSV4) uses Pirelli Super Corsa SP2, on a warm summer day in 2021, with tyre warmers, suspension tweaked by the one and only Race Lab trackside at BH, R 26psi/F 29psi cold and all I can is they are absolutely fantastic with lots of grip and good wear. It really is about getting the right tyre temp for that 'sandy beach' appearance. I have the new Michelin Power Cup 2s for 2022 which are much more track focused and just about road legal. Cheers

[@riveneva1519]

I recently purchased a used Ninja 400 with tires that were worn flat enough in the middle to be of concern. I replaced them with the same tires that originally came on it (Dunlop Sportsmax GPR 300’s) and took it out for a track day. These tires were pleasantly inexpensive. I had read that the stock tires on that bike were pretty good, and my track experience is pretty light so I thought they’d work just fine. I was tentative at first but once I got them scrubbed in I was riding confidently at my maximum level with no traction concerns whatsoever. I’ve been riding for many years and remember the bad old days of bias ply tire technology, primitive suspensions, and terrifying “hinge in the middle” handling. My opinion is that todays tires and todays bikes are unbelievably better over what we had in the past, and even garden variety replacement tires are quite suitable for a track day for most riders.

[@cleberaraujo055]

Great subject! I’m a low inters rider and my choice of rubber has always been the Michelin Pilot Power 2 CT, great level of grip and last quite a few miles. Cheers

[@marijnheijden3324]

maby try someting else if you havent tryed someting else yet. michelin are car tires. try bridgestone s22 or pireli :)

[@teteakhiangte6015]

@@marijnheijden3324 so you mean motogp use car tyres?

[@marijnheijden3324]

@@teteakhiangte6015 they mostly use Pirelli michelin are not used likely.

[@teteakhiangte6015]

@@marijnheijden3324 lol, go and research more

[@richardfarabaugh7604]

I have the Michelin Power RS tires on my ZX10R and I couldn’t be more pleased with their performance. They are very confidence inspiring and they provide all the traction I need at my level of riding on the street and the track, rain or shine. I highly recommend them.

[@ryanw9734]

Metz M9RR on my 2017 Superduke R. Did my second ever track day over a week ago in the intermediate fast group and the tyres were rock solid. Plenty of feedback and I never felt nervous at any time during the day and even got my knee down lol!

[@ralfschmitt1848]

GSXR 750 with Pirellie SuperCorsa SP V2 ...perfect grip. But I use tire warmers ...you can crack the throttle from the first meter and the tires live longer

[@lingwistawawpl]

Last season I rode Pirelli Diablo Strada - cheap touring tyres with hard rubber that take long to warm up. However, once warmed up properly, I didn't find their limit on the track, and I was scraping hard parts of my bike a lot in corners. This is to say that lean itself was safe. As I'm still an amateur, I wasn't breaking that hard into corners or accelerating out of.

[@m_zbrv3967]

Good technique and good suspension setting/setup is the most important

[@mrbenderrodrezugs1904]

Yes what tires u run won't make much difference if bike not setup right

[@m_zbrv3967]

@@mrbenderrodrezugs1904 they'll learn eventually

[@oletreed4230]

I use S22s. Advanced track rider. M1000r. Some cold tearing but they last longer than slicks and get super sticky when at temp

[@bjrkK]

Gotta love the supercorsa SP v3, I ride only on good weather and on track as intermediate. 4 track days and 4000km later it still has little rubber left. Bike is Speed Triple 1200.

[@LAGman91]

I put the v2 on my r1 and my rear lasted only 8 sessions, granted I am at the top of A group and entry level expert but still, I followed the manufacturer pressures and was using warmers too!

[@soybeanrice]

Before watching this video: I've been watching all your vids and hitting up the track... I LITERALLY just bought street tires for track use (Low A, High I group) and was stuck debating between Rosso 3's and SP v3s. Now I see this video come up and I'm like wow... the timing.

[@MPjustaman]

I love your content. I have done more than a few track days and used dual a single compound tires , I prefer the single compound tires best.

[@yzfrr8959]

I saw your review for diablo Corsa 2 and bought them and haven't had better tyres ever in my life highly recommend Great grip and they're ok in the wet too

[@tcparker2]

Could you go over foot position during corner entry and mid corner?

[@liamhotspur9182]

totally agree! got some dunlop sports tires, low pressure, hot weather, sticky like ****. If you fight for championships it is a different story...

[@kapwinng]

Pilot Power 4s on a CBR964 Fireblade, always been happy with them but came off at Brands Hatch (Paddock Hill) a couple of years ago in October when the back wheel grip gave out, dragging my knee and possibly hanging off a little too much, bit damp and cold but the tyre was warm, just lost grip as I gently put the power back on out of the bend...ran out of skill! Have thought about different tyres so might give them a go, thanks!

[@kapwinng]

Gave the guy I'd just overtaken a little fright I bet, can't quite see his eyes in the video as my bike span round to face him before sliding off into the kitty litter!

[@alexv.100]

I got pilot powers on my 954, dont think they r 4s, but didnt have any complaints about em. Ran the rear tire till mid was completely bald... gotta get something new this season

[@kapwinng]

@@alexv.100 Yeah, I've never had any issues with them and I think I've gone through a few sets now from 3s and 4s. I think it was just bad luck that the grip gave out, maybe hanging off a little too much and a little water on track...not too much damage but a bit annoying!

[@CyberGasty]

I bought a new Kawasaki ZX6R 2019 in June this year and first couple of track day WEs I have used stock Bridge S22 until they wore off. Very good tyre.

[@chukolna]

You are amazing man. Making it so easy for us. Love your videos

[@avinashr9649]

S20 EVOs on R3 here. No issues at all pushing hard with them.

[@daandhae7718]

i did my first track day on a 20 year old sport touring rear tire.... not the best idea but on a dry curcuit i had no problems, it does slide when accelerating in the rain on normal roads

[@cedric7016]

Rode Pirelli’s rosso corsa II yesterday with a street triple rs on a hot trackday. They where grippy from the first corners till the last ones. Great tyres!

[@rokoroka6266]

Pirelli diablo supercosa sp v3..love it😊

[@one-of-us9939]

Wow... so true. My factory tires are Pirelli Diablo's. Five tracks (first year)... ridden hard enough to use it all and I still got tread for next year. Aprilia RSV4 RF LE #14 makes the rider I am look good.

[@Kevin-vg5uw]

Iv been on track on full race slicks to winter touring tires, yes you have to ride abit differently but besides trying off road tires I would do a session on basically any tire from reputable brands on track

[@Toxie_Motor]

The problem with touring tires on the track especially on heavy and/or powerful bikes is that they will overheat, which will result in quite a heavy loss of tracktion. I even got some to overheat on the road on a warm day when riding hard. I'd at least take sport tires to the track.

[@yobotai]

Been riding for 7 years and tried many kind of tyres.. so far the Batlaxx S22 stands out the best.

[@greyrock551]

Adding a vote for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II. You can run them perfectly fine on the street (including in cold/wet/miserable due to the silica-biased mid-part), and they are more than good enough for intermediate track pace with their slick-like sidewalls. They also last very well, though I wouldn't go only by thread depth in judging wear. My view is 5 full days (6 x 20) of intermediate is enough (ask me how I know). This is w/o tyre warmers. Next season, I won't have any need to use my bike in cold/wet on the road anymore (other bike for that), and since I don't want to invest in rain track tyres I simply don't go if a booked trackday turns out to be a washout (it's money wasted but just no fun to go). As a result, I decided to "upgrade" to Supercorsa v3. I'm not expecting any additional grip leaned over (I believe that part is identical to the Corsa II), and likely couldn't exploit that anyway. But the one thing I'd discount the Corsa's for is that they do tend to 'wiggle' (and light up the TC which my bike has) in the transition from the slick side walls to the middle part. The SCs should fix that.

[@lennardspit]

I could've written that myself :D I also have experience with the Dunlop Dportsmart TTs which are also excellent. They are better for street riding than the Pirelli Rosso Corsa 2s, but are not as good in the rain because they don't have any silica at all.

[@y4554ab]

Great video, thinking what tyres to put on before the summer, I've chosen Bridgestone S22, i did 3 novice trackdays, sunday rides and commuting as well. Definitely will put another set before next season!.

[@nevillegrunwald9078]

I have ridden in the middle of the Inters pack on S22's with great levels of confidence, even when hard braking, so you'll have no issues with them for a while yet Ivan.

[@NOONE-hp8bw]

I have a 15 year old Avon tyre on the front and a 13 year old Bridgestone tyre on the rear saved alot of money getting old tyres, but I always check for dry rot and cracks before buying

[@scoobadiva]

Supercorsas are great, I’ve actually raced on them as did quite a few other racers. Another worthy mention should go to Conti Race Attack, they are cheaper and last a long time whilst giving all the grip you need

[@Birky_41]

Agree on the conti if you want road legal that can go fast group pace on track

[@kukuldogukan]

I use Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 on my Honda CBR250R. It has been 10k kms and 8 track sessions with it and lap times still improving. I felt just a little bit of drifting on back at my last session of track but I think it was about tyre pressure. Tyres still has plenty of grip!

[@motojoonksta2829]

I’m currently running Super Corsa sc2 on my zx10r I’m very happy with it. I used to run Metzeller .

[@bimoraharjo8433]

Finally someone made topic like this. In my country, many rider using Pirelli Supercorsa just for city riding. Even using pirelli superbike for beginner track rider. Blow my mind.

[@jaudicedbrow]

Just started out on track, but Road smart 3s on a CBR600 at 30 psi front and rear. After 3000 miles including 10 track days, they're about 50% worn.

[@copa2nl]

I use Dunlop TT's in a national 600 Rookie cup competition. I am upping toward Dunlop D213.

[@stumftim]

One thing to mention here is also the profile. Track oriented tires have steeper profiles, and that helps a lot with grip and turn in feel. To me that is the biggest difference. Even if you cant push to traction limit, the feel of turn in and stability on brakes is a big difference to almost everyone.

[@bazitube390]

Fact. I had roadsmart 3 on my bike and it felt scatchy when leaned over cause the profile was very flat like how a touring tyre should be. But then i changed them to rosso 3's and oh boy they feel good in turns

[@karwannouri8266]

@@bazitube390 the regular Diablo Rosso 3?

[@bazitube390]

@@karwannouri8266 Yes.

[@karwannouri8266]

@@bazitube390 have you ridden yours on track? I have the Rosso 2 and I like them too. Not sure if I should get the corsa next time though

[@bazitube390]

@@karwannouri8266 No sir. only twisty roads. But one of my mates got corsa's on his zx10r and he swears by it

[@702bartending6]

Awesome video!!! I’ve been using Q3 plus and Q4s. I only do a few track days a year and have been thinking about switching to one of the tires you recommended, and I’m sure this is gonna be a better overal budget/performance situation for my ridding!!! Thank you

[@kantox86]

I ride on slicks, but went for a compound developed for endurance. Works well on a wide temperature range and last ages...

[@andrewperry605]

i've not had as much experience as you, nor ever used road tyres on the track. the confidence i got though from slicks on eastern creek, phillip island then wakefield, was great. i touched my knee down at wakefield, while my legs were firmly holding the fairing. i'm not a knee dragger. you just lean and lean and lean and go. i'm probably a middle of the field guy on a track day. so in the 4 groups typically there, beginners, slow, medium and fast, i'm among the quickest of the slow, and not real quick (ok slow) in the medium group. the fast group were mostly racers. going to do a track day soon on my sport demons. it's a 1984 Kat so not a lot of tyre options, going to be interesting to see how it goes. i find your articles informative. your bar graph on the slicks vs road tyres is probably right. i was never going to find the limits of slicks, i was pretty happy about that though ;-)

[@ChainBrothers]

I would always start again with road tires like Supercorsa SP. Cold tires are dangerous, learned it the hard way. At least the camera was running

[@dahimbi7069]

😁👍

[@michaelpiano7052]

Diablo Rosso Corsa II, amazing grip and unbelievable durability so far!

[@adrenalinejunkie301]

So I’ve never done a track day yet but I’ve always ran Dunlop Q3s. I have a 2016 zx10r currently. Just ordered Q5 non s

[@henryhiggins2021]

I use knobbies , never had a problem and it looks cool .

[@MC-Racing]

Went on track on my road bike wearing Mitas sportforce+ had a great time, and learned a lot, my new trackbike has diablo corsa sp, when they are gone, i will fit mitas sportforce+ on it :-)

[@motorjack141]

How many km's do you usually get on them? I'm using them on my rsv4 now, problem is they are very easy to puncture. :(

[@erixlast6020]

4 to 5k km 50/50 trac street on mitas gsxr 1000, on hot trac runnig 2.1 fr 1.7rear bar then they hold on good

[@motorjack141]

@@erixlast6020 4 to 5k km is pretty good considering you track it. I'm purely road so it might last longer. I like it right now at 33psi and 38psi. Too bad i got 4 punctures before hitting 1000km on the tires.

[@MC-Racing]

@@motorjack141 Sold the bike before i got to ride them finished. but it two days hard trackriding took about half of them :-)

[@erixlast6020]

@@MC-Racing jep, 5 trac day pluss street spirited ride, could get 6 trac day, still had some rubber

[@floydwilcox2640]

Great video, thank you 👍 I run power RS on the rear and Power GP on the front of my R1 track bike and they work great.

[@franciss.2778]

i have 675r i use q4 in the front and q3 i find its perfect combo for my level of riding

[@tomharvey2040]

back in 2003 ( yes a while back now i know) i would ride my 954 to the track, enjoy the trackday and then ride home and i was runnin bridgestone BT56 tyres, i'd drop the pressure down abit at the start of the day and pump them up again at the end. They'd be chewed up bigtime on the sides but they did the job and i was in the intermediate group. I think you have to be honest about your actual riding abilities, a friend of mine similarly used to run his older blade on pirelli diablos - standard compound, at track days

[@StreetMotoZ]

I am running into this issue, have Dunlop sportmax2's stock street tires on my Ninja 650. I have slipped on those twice and once being a low side while leaning and now planning to do a track day. I don't trust those tires anmore and they are now at 8K miles and ready to replace. I am replacing them with Michelin GP2 before my track day and doing some break in. The GP2s are considered 50% track and 50% street by Michelin. The journey is what it is all about!

[@markmarslandglowinggrowing8594]

Bridgestone S22'S very confidence inspiring 👍

[@ralphdodson9865]

I am not a track rider, but my only ride is a 2017 gsxr 750. It came with Bridgestone battle axe tires and they wore out after 3000 miles. Since this bike is my daily commuter and motorcycle tires wear out quickly, I went with the cheapest shinko ravens I could find, just to see if the cheap tires make a difference. They bounce and ride alot rougher than my Bridgestone. The grip is way worse when it is cold out. I will not be buying more shinko ravens. However, I would not hesitate to put them on a 300 or maybe a sports tourer. My next set will be Michelin road 5.

[@photographerjonathan]

I have been riding motorcycles for many many years but have never done a track day, but recently bought a 2017 Ducati 939 Supersport with 2159 km on it. the tires were changed in late 2021 and they are Pirelli Rossa lV tires. in my opinion they feel like very good tires. I feel like I can trust them on the street. but lately I have been trying to learn about the tire. and other tires that compete with them. for the day when I need to change them, and I am considering doing a track day for the first time. I have heard differences of opinions of how the Rossa 3 and Rossa 4 tires compare. one person on KZbin said the 4 is more track oriented. but the 3 is better in the rain, and another person said its just the newer version of the 3 with no real difference. I think the bike originally came with the Rossa 3 tires on it. I have also heard people on KZbin talk about how much they like the Michelin Road 5 and 6 tires. some say they are better than the Pirelli. do you have an opinion on that ? is there a difference between the 3 and 4. and also is there a difference between the Road 5 and 6. and how do the Pirelli tires compare to the Michelin's. and is there something else that is better than both of them. mainly for the street. but possibly some track days. I want confident inspiring grippy rubber. that hopefully also last a little while. and would handle a track day. I am also curious how long my Rossa lV tires would last on the track. is that calculated in hours on the track ? or in full days. how long is a typical track day ? do people pay for an hour or do they pay for a day. how does that work ?

[@Birky_41]

I'm using V02 slicks for track. I find they last longer than sporty road/track tyres, are better on the brakes and definitely better getting on the gas coming out the corners. For road I'm using mich power rs for cold/wet and in the summer I'd use either supercorsa scrubs or rosso corsa 2. That setup works very well for me at my pace

[@TrenC21]

im using S21s, my S1000R came out with it, and im quite happy with them....i still consider myself a novice rider, and im about 15 seconds off the guys who are race in the regionals with race bikes, and slicks...so the S21s are doing the job.

[@anthonywhitehead5576]

I was dunlop all the way Q3s and Q4s. I was getting alot of cold tear.. I tried the Michelin Cup 2s and they are great. I also put a set of Michelin Power pilots on my GSXR1000R and they are great as well.. I still like my Dunlops bit these Michelins are good too.

[@funkynerd_com]

So I'm still a novice, but have friends that race and they suggested the Rosso Corsa 2s I now run. First day out on them I binned it. But as stated, it was my glaring errors that caused the front tyre to have no chance to save me. But, same set of tyres are still on the bike now and a few track days later I'm a little bit smarter and have had no problems. I think I will be within their limits for some time.

[@archiewilson4943]

I used Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs on a 2007 CBR600RR. I got about 3000 miles out of them. Two track days at big tracks and about 25 times at a 1 mile go kart track. I would classify myself as a decent beginner. I had about 1/16 inch chicken strips on the front almost zero on rear. Didn't feel any reduction in performance till I hit the tread wear indicators. Great beginner tires.

[@helicopter234]

Bridgestone S22 are really great! On the road they even last as long as sort touring tires for me 😁

[@tigercs1]

I bought a CB500F that needed new tyres so I got S21's because I wanted stickier tyres to learn to ride. 12,000km on the rear so far about 40% centre tread left :)

[@SirMountainpass]

Terrific choice, best allrounder so far!

[@rwilko9525]

I only get 3,000ks out of a pirelli rosso 3... might have to try the s22s

[@seanDB1989]

My Pirelli Diablo’s did me well on my SV650S round Donington on my first track day.

[@derekstewart9236]

Using latest Metzeler m99r sportec. Might move up to the racetec version but a superb all round fast road/track day tyre. No issues

[@lukeskywalker6985]

What a great video! I'm also glad to hear that Power RS will do a good job on tracks - I bought them for my Yamaha R3.

[@windyrun7979]

Currently using Q3+ and have to say on track they are all I need. Novice and ride s1000r. Had metzeller m7 rr on a daytona 675 and was very happy with those - maybe more so especially on wet roads.

[@EverythingMOTO2020]

For beginner like me, i will take the best stickiest tyre i can afford coz i would need the highest safety net, coz i never know when will i cross the cheaper tyre’s traction limit.

[@wrighthausracing9641]

Love all your vids man keep up the hood work

[@LegohonCC]

I'm using Dunlop 212 gp racer. Before this i have used Sportsmart TT. The TT are simply amazing it bring a lot of feedback when you are throttle too much. And makes you safe at your knowledge and technique limits. Anyway with 212gp you can use more throttle at the corner exit or just more breaking. But instead the 212 brings me less feedback at front wheel. I recommend so much the Sportsmart TT with a correct tire presure.

[@foxrider475]

I road with a Bridgestone R10s Evo Dot 2017, durability of 800km on road. But an amazing performance! Now I'm gonna try the Metzeler m9rr hopping that I can do a few more kms

[@stevehaughton7184]

Went with the Metz M7RR and was on track a week later..! No issues with these or the other fast road tyres - previous Michelis Power 3 and Power 2CT. Hope to get 2 or 3 trackdays in this year

[@alainpaquin627]

I ride in intermediate groups and I have no problem using Michelin Power GP or Dunlop Q3+/Q4/Q5 or Bridgestone S22/RS10/RS11. :)

[@AutomotiveAllStars]

I'm faster on Michelin road 5s than I was on Rosso Corsa 2s. My technique has improved with coaching and I'm getting better tyre life with correct temperature and pressure.

[@billsmart2532]

Michelin Pilot Power on a 500lb 140HP Suzuki GSXR1100. Seems I'm still not overheating these tires after 8 years of track days. I've only detected a slight rear slip at power on in a corner. I should be melting the rear on corner exits and feeling some drift. Front sticks without a doubt, even during my many newbee mistakes.

[@Diqed]

The one thing you don't talk about here is the profile of the tyre. Some of the road focused tyres don't have anywhere near the kind of steep profile required for good lean angle and quick steering. A steep tyre like the pirelli supercorsa makes the bike tip in much more effortlessly and allows much greater lean angle before reaching the side of the tyre

[@MikSane]

Another great video...glad I subscribed!!! That guy that lowsided was right in the middle of the seat

[@DanWhelanR6]

I use racetec k1/k2s cut and slick, a great tyre, I tried the racetec compK when it came out (I know it’s revised now), the compk was noticeably less grippy from the off and definitely not up to it for a faster pace track tyre. I did also try the compk on the road and it felt really good....ironically being a slick it was actually the best for road use I’ve tried....all be it a sneaky little hoon down the road on a race bike.

[@Najbrz1]

Had Metzeler Z8 tires, right now I have S22 on mine ZX636R 2005 so as my friends on their Z750 '11 and ZX10R 2006. Rode both of friends 🏍️💨 and had no chicken strips, tyre is absolutly stunning. Also I'll probably gonna try Metzeler M9RR and Conti Attack 4 after S22 is done.

[@SirMountainpass]

Good chance you will return to the S22‘s😉🏁🏁

[@Najbrz1]

@@SirMountainpass 11k kilometers (~7k miles) on S22 👌most life on curvy roads (edge to edge). Gonna buy new set during winter ❄

[@cabbage681]

I'm going to be using up my Bridgestone Battlax bto23 sport touring tyres before I put the track tyres on.

[@TreebeardNL]

If you’re going to do a track day here and there, look to pick up some Supercorsas. Even slightly used ones are good. They offer amazing grip for a decent price and are durable enough for track days.

[@RyanMcIntyre]

I went from Q2 to Q3 to RS10 to a Dunlop DOT race tire (D311 I think?) then on a whim threw on S22s. Track day tires are amazing, but I never needed that much grip. And actual race tires need warmers which is a real pain if you're not at a track day or near your power. Plus both are only good for one track day (on a 1000). I'm a better rider now than I was then and I love shredding on the S22s, they're way cheaper, have tons of grip, last a couple track days, never need warmers, and are great in the wet.

[@jared123123]

The new Dunlop q5 and qs5 might be something to look at too now. Front tire is phenomenal and they don’t need tire warmers etc either

[@winkytct]

After I've learned to ride the old Metzeler M3, I've changed to Rosso 3. I've got better at riding and now I'm running Supercorsa. Now I have to perfect my riding a lot to live up to the performance the Supercorsa gives.

[@InsaneDynamics]

I have been using Dunlop's Q3+ for my FZ1. It's what many of my fast group ride riders are using of which some of them do use them for track days. I've also used the Power RS. I just don't trust the power RS in the wet and I ride in the rain at times. Since my FZ1 doesn't have traction control or abs I prefer the confidence with using the Q3+ and some of the canyon rides I do would have dire consequences if I lost traction. I usually pace with riders on sportier bikes with corner entry and exit speeds.

[@Treo80]

My Michelin road 4 are worn out, and now I'm switching to Metzler m9rr. Not because I need the extra performance, they were simply on sale.