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Michelin Pilot Power 2CT Review
29 posts · Started by Colonel_Klinck · 26 Apr 2009
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Post 11 by Anata,
#11Funny... it is pissing buckets here too, (Tulsa OK USA) I like the M-3's cos they last 3000 miles, even the rears last that long..
this is comforting after the 1200 miles I was getting from the corsa III's and much to my amazement the M-3's are sticky.
I was getting on the highway this week and the rear felt to step out as if was slipping a little but I think the traction fades with wear.
this is comforting after the 1200 miles I was getting from the corsa III's and much to my amazement the M-3's are sticky.
I was getting on the highway this week and the rear felt to step out as if was slipping a little but I think the traction fades with wear.
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Post 13 by Andy,
#132CT every time for both the SDR and the 996S.............
Post 14 by cjc,
#14Had mine 4 days now and it's been wet every time I'm been out. Finally going for a blast in the dry after work tonight.
The wet grip is awesome though. Wasn't expecting the front to lift last night.
The wet grip is awesome though. Wasn't expecting the front to lift last night.
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Post 24 by Stupid Luke,
#24Heading to a trackday in a couple of weeks, are the Power 2CT's a good choice?
I think I could make it easy on the stock 208rr's and then replace them, how are they on the track?
I hate to completely fry a new set of tyres in a day and then have to buy another set.
I think I could make it easy on the stock 208rr's and then replace them, how are they on the track?
I hate to completely fry a new set of tyres in a day and then have to buy another set.
Post 25 by Phil @ Bikesure,
#25What is the likely temperature? Also, are you using tyre warmers?
I use 2CT's in the UK for winter track days. They are better than race rubber with air temp lower than 15 degrees celcius.
For summer days track based tyres have the advantage. Because of the grooves 2ct's will eventually overheat and get slippy. Definately use Pilot Power 2ct's also not Pilot Road 2's as they overheat really quickly.
My experience is based on fast group Uk tracks. If you are running at novice or inter pace they will be fine all day. Also if your track is a few miles long and has some long straights they will be good throughout.
In this part of the UK we end up riding around 1 mile tracks with predominently right hand turns. So the middle and left side of tyre remain like new when the right side is wrecked.
I use 2CT's in the UK for winter track days. They are better than race rubber with air temp lower than 15 degrees celcius.
For summer days track based tyres have the advantage. Because of the grooves 2ct's will eventually overheat and get slippy. Definately use Pilot Power 2ct's also not Pilot Road 2's as they overheat really quickly.
My experience is based on fast group Uk tracks. If you are running at novice or inter pace they will be fine all day. Also if your track is a few miles long and has some long straights they will be good throughout.
In this part of the UK we end up riding around 1 mile tracks with predominently right hand turns. So the middle and left side of tyre remain like new when the right side is wrecked.
Post 26 by MRK-01,
#26Track is Heartland Park, 2.5 mile road coure, the AMA National is there next weekend.
I would guess our temps could be in the 90's F as it is hot here in Kansas in summer.
been cool most of the summer but it seems to be getting warmer.
The 2CT's seem really soft, anything better for higher temps or are thes good ?
I used to race but haven't in years so I will be hangin in the novices for a while.
I used to race this track although the configuration has changed some.
Not going to hang it out too much, a broken pelvis a few years ago made me dial it back a bit.
I would guess our temps could be in the 90's F as it is hot here in Kansas in summer.
been cool most of the summer but it seems to be getting warmer.
The 2CT's seem really soft, anything better for higher temps or are thes good ?
I used to race but haven't in years so I will be hangin in the novices for a while.
I used to race this track although the configuration has changed some.
Not going to hang it out too much, a broken pelvis a few years ago made me dial it back a bit.
Post 27 by SDRmaniac,
#27On a dry track. Pirelli Supercorsa SC2 or 3 / Metzeler racetec K2 or 3 or the new Michelin Power 1 would be better as the sidewall is more of a slick.
The grooves in a 2CT will always cause more heat buildup. That said, you will be suprised how well they work. They really are the ultimate fit and forget tyre and will cope with just about everything.
If the track is damp though, 2ct's will be the thing to have. Right up to standing water when race wets are the only option.
If your choice is limited to 2ct's or D208rr's I would take the 2ct's without hesitation. Dunlop make rubber boots for schoolchildren and fishermen here in the UK and that is about their limit. I know they did make some good track rubber for small capacity bikes but fast road tyres? Forget it, sporty Dunlops are like owning a racing snail.
The grooves in a 2CT will always cause more heat buildup. That said, you will be suprised how well they work. They really are the ultimate fit and forget tyre and will cope with just about everything.
If the track is damp though, 2ct's will be the thing to have. Right up to standing water when race wets are the only option.
If your choice is limited to 2ct's or D208rr's I would take the 2ct's without hesitation. Dunlop make rubber boots for schoolchildren and fishermen here in the UK and that is about their limit. I know they did make some good track rubber for small capacity bikes but fast road tyres? Forget it, sporty Dunlops are like owning a racing snail.
Post 28 by fatbob,
#28Thanks, I think I will mount up a set of 2CT's before I hit the track.
A rain is possible but we mainly get storms early morning or evening in the summer here, some can be heavy but don't last long usually.
July and August are pretty dry and hot around here.
A rain is possible but we mainly get storms early morning or evening in the summer here, some can be heavy but don't last long usually.
July and August are pretty dry and hot around here.
Post 29 by smoky,
#29at risk of starting a penis waving contest i feel i need to say that there is absolutely nothing wrong with dunlops latest sports tyres......
my gixer thou has qualifier rr's (direct rival to 2ct) and very few people get past me on track
my gixer thou has qualifier rr's (direct rival to 2ct) and very few people get past me on track
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