DMesher
Active Member
I am at a point where I will have to replace the worn DOT's on my S1KRR as I convert it to pure race bike this winter. I am looking for guidance based on the wisdom and depth of experience of the guys/gals in the EMRA. Sorry for the naivete of the questions...I checked the forums but couldn't find the info in earlier discussions (if I missed a discussion please let me know).
I assume the correct choice would be soft compound race slicks (recognizing that they will wear sooner but stick better). If slicks are the way to go, I would certainly appreciate any recommendations based on personal experiences.
I would like to purchase from one of our home grown EMRA suppliers (rather than somewhere off the inet) as long as the price difference isn't HUGE. What quantity must be purchased in order to get tire manufacturers to provide quantity discounts? Does the EMRA ever do a group buy?
Finally, if you are going race for a season, does the typical racer have two sets of rims with dry/wet tires mounted on each or do tires get changed off the rims as the clouds roll in...(seems impractical to me..)
Thanks!
Darel
I assume the correct choice would be soft compound race slicks (recognizing that they will wear sooner but stick better). If slicks are the way to go, I would certainly appreciate any recommendations based on personal experiences.
I would like to purchase from one of our home grown EMRA suppliers (rather than somewhere off the inet) as long as the price difference isn't HUGE. What quantity must be purchased in order to get tire manufacturers to provide quantity discounts? Does the EMRA ever do a group buy?
Finally, if you are going race for a season, does the typical racer have two sets of rims with dry/wet tires mounted on each or do tires get changed off the rims as the clouds roll in...(seems impractical to me..)
Thanks!
Darel