ok guys i know some of you race your sumo's but this may intrest you continental tire makes a 17inch slick that the public can buy this is what continental had to say about there slicks Slicks for racing and track days (NHS).
? Revolutionary front tyre technology, for transparent feedback during braking for corners
? High lateral grip from the Black Chili compound makes extreme g-forces possible at maximum lean angles
? Unique rear tyre design gives maximum contact patch for better traction during acceleration
? Continuous Compound Technology ensures high mileage, for endurance racing or track days
Continuous Compound-Technologie:
Makes it possible to use an homogeneous grip grading with a single compound thanks to a temperature controlled curing of the tyre during the production process
Shoulder area, flexible = Grip
Zenith area, wear resistant = Mileage
Continuous transition
the sizes are...
120/70 R 17 TL NHS Soft
120/70 R 17 TL NHS Medium
180/55 R 17 TL NHS Soft
180/55 R 17 TL NHS Medium
180/55 R 17 TL NHS Endurance *
190/60 R 17 TL NHS Soft
190/60 R 17 TL NHS Medium
190/60 R 17 TL NHS Endurance *
thought this would intrest all you sumo guys
