| How about having an open choice on tyres?
It's like some people have Arai heads, and some Shoei or whatever. It;s the same with tyres. Some like Michelins and feel comfortable on them, some like Pirelli etc etc
I know the reasoning behind the suggested one-make tyre, and it's very good in principle and does work.
I know the 090's are good tyres, I've raced on them, but they're not too hot in the rain. I think I'm right in saying the tread on the rear tyre doesn't go to the edge and once you're over so far you're on slick rubber.
On the CB500's they were great for about 30 laps, and after that they got a bit slippery when pushed, so you'd be looking at more tyres to last the 11/12 races.
Something like the Diablo Corsa or Dunlop D208 or Michelin Pilot will last longer and give grip for longer, in my opinion and experience.
Any tyre rule anyone? |