Dunlop Direzza Z2 or RE11

Alstann · 06-02-2013, 09:11 PM

And here I was, about to get RE-11 in 305 in the next few weeks.

I hope a replacement comes soon - otherwise, maybe S-04 it is.

enkei2k · 06-02-2013, 10:07 PM

Those Z2's look like really bad tires for rain, which sucks for me since I tend to drive in rain or shine.

Really wanted those RE-11's too...

TheGreatOne · 06-02-2013, 11:20 PM

Heard very little on the Dunlop, heard from a guy from another guy that they were decent but he was going to get something else next.

I'm happy I grabbed some RE-11's off Tire Rack back in April. They were on sale and had just a few left in 265/305 sizes

Hotrodz · 06-02-2013, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alstann

And here I was, about to get RE-11 in 305 in the next few weeks.

I hope a replacement comes soon - otherwise, maybe S-04 it is.

I ordered S-04s because I could not find a full set of RE-11s. Right now the price is right on S-04s, about $1000 for a set!!! 265 fronts and 305 rears...

YamahaR6 · 06-03-2013, 06:56 AM

There isn't a direct compare with Re-11s and Z2 yet.

But here's a tirerack.com extreme tire with the Re-11s and Dunlop Z1 star spec (previous version of Z2):

Tire Rack Tire Test - Testing the New Extremes of Extreme Performance Summer Tires - YouTube

The Bridgestone came on top but Dunlop Z1 star spec came pretty close (correct me if I am wrong, but it was a #1 tire from previous test).

The New Dunlop Z2 is suppose to be better than Dunlop Z1 star spec (according to tirerack):

Tire Test Results : Dunlop Direzza ZII Introductory Track Drive

So I would say the Dunlop Z2 should be better or even closer to the RE-11s.

But the bottom line is, I think it's safe to say "Dunlop Z2 is better than stock in rain or shine."

Fishey · 06-03-2013, 09:08 AM

RE-11's are about the bottom of the performance list these days.

I personally have found that most other performance tires have surpassed them.

YamahaR6 · 06-03-2013, 10:28 AM

TheGreatOne · 06-03-2013, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fishey

RE-11's are about the bottom of the performance list these days.

I personally have found that most other performance tires have surpassed them.

Not sure if serious

DR_ · 06-03-2013, 12:12 PM

He's serious, and correct.

While the RE11 were towards the top back in '09 there are a lot of tires in this same segment that have since surpassed them.

Alstann · 06-03-2013, 12:20 PM

I feel like the price of the RE-11 made them a good buy as well, compared to the AD08, RS-3, or Star Spec.

syclone2163 · 06-03-2013, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DR_

He's serious, and correct.

While the RE11 were towards the top back in '09 there are a lot of tires in this same segment that have since surpassed them.

Can we have some examples perhaps? I also was looking at RE-11's since i need tires very soon and i would love to hear what else preforms as good or better then the RE-11's.

tranceformer · 06-03-2013, 04:30 PM

+1

what are some good options other than RE-11's?

YamahaR6 · 06-03-2013, 04:35 PM

Correct me if I am wrong:

If you are looking to compare with RE-11s which are in the "Extreme Performance Tires Category" (not much to start with) AND has sizes for the Z, search the following:

Yokohama Advan AD08
Dunlop Direzza Z2
Hankook R-S3
Nitto NT05

Not saying the above are the "only" choice of summer tires but if you are comparing with RE-11s, I would choose from the same category.

DR_ · 06-03-2013, 04:43 PM

^ You are correct and the Dunlop Direzza ZII and Hankook R-S3 will outperform the RE11 at an autocross or on the track.
If you aren't going to autocross or track then you shouldn't be looking at this type of tire.

YamahaR6 · 06-03-2013, 07:37 PM

Agree ^... can't maximize the tire on the road.

But is there such thing as too much grip?

Question (strictly performance speaking):

Would a Max Performance Tire (S-04) = Extreme Performance Tire (Re-11) on the street?

06-02-2013, 09:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
Alstann Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: South Florida Posts: 882 Drives: 12 PW 370z 6MT Sport Rep Power: 15	And here I was, about to get RE-11 in 305 in the next few weeks. I hope a replacement comes soon - otherwise, maybe S-04 it is. __________________ 2012 Pearl White 370Z GReddy Twin Turbo

06-02-2013, 10:07 PM	#17 (permalink)
enkei2k A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 6,365 Drives: '12 G41 B/S M6 Rep Power: 3716	Those Z2's look like really bad tires for rain, which sucks for me since I tend to drive in rain or shine. Really wanted those RE-11's too... __________________ ...need boost...

06-02-2013, 11:20 PM	#18 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 46 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 21	Heard very little on the Dunlop, heard from a guy from another guy that they were decent but he was going to get something else next. I'm happy I grabbed some RE-11's off Tire Rack back in April. They were on sale and had just a few left in 265/305 sizes __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

06-03-2013, 12:20 PM	#25 (permalink)
Alstann Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: South Florida Posts: 882 Drives: 12 PW 370z 6MT Sport Rep Power: 15	I feel like the price of the RE-11 made them a good buy as well, compared to the AD08, RS-3, or Star Spec. __________________ 2012 Pearl White 370Z GReddy Twin Turbo

06-03-2013, 04:30 PM	#27 (permalink)
tranceformer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Beach, FL Posts: 1,213 Drives: 2009 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 268	+1 what are some good options other than RE-11's? __________________ Ray 2009 370Z Base Sport 6MT / 12.860 @ 109.09mph / 1.921 60ft / street tires official 1/4 mile track times

06-03-2013, 06:56 AM	#20 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	There isn't a direct compare with Re-11s and Z2 yet. But here's a tirerack.com extreme tire with the Re-11s and Dunlop Z1 star spec (previous version of Z2): Tire Rack Tire Test - Testing the New Extremes of Extreme Performance Summer Tires - YouTube The Bridgestone came on top but Dunlop Z1 star spec came pretty close (correct me if I am wrong, but it was a #1 tire from previous test). The New Dunlop Z2 is suppose to be better than Dunlop Z1 star spec (according to tirerack): Tire Test Results : Dunlop Direzza ZII Introductory Track Drive So I would say the Dunlop Z2 should be better or even closer to the RE-11s. But the bottom line is, I think it's safe to say "Dunlop Z2 is better than stock in rain or shine."

06-03-2013, 09:08 AM	#21 (permalink)
Fishey Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lebanon Posts: 159 Drives: Volvo T5-R Rep Power: 13	RE-11's are about the bottom of the performance list these days. I personally have found that most other performance tires have surpassed them.

06-03-2013, 10:28 AM	#22 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17

06-03-2013, 12:12 PM	#24 (permalink)
DR_ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 981 Drives: Touring/Sport M6 PG Rep Power: 17	He's serious, and correct. While the RE11 were towards the top back in '09 there are a lot of tires in this same segment that have since surpassed them.

06-03-2013, 04:35 PM	#28 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	Correct me if I am wrong: If you are looking to compare with RE-11s which are in the "Extreme Performance Tires Category" (not much to start with) AND has sizes for the Z, search the following: Yokohama Advan AD08 Dunlop Direzza Z2 Hankook R-S3 Nitto NT05 Not saying the above are the "only" choice of summer tires but if you are comparing with RE-11s, I would choose from the same category. DR_ likes this.

06-03-2013, 04:43 PM	#29 (permalink)
DR_ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 981 Drives: Touring/Sport M6 PG Rep Power: 17	^ You are correct and the Dunlop Direzza ZII and Hankook R-S3 will outperform the RE11 at an autocross or on the track. If you aren't going to autocross or track then you shouldn't be looking at this type of tire.

06-03-2013, 07:37 PM	#30 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	Agree ^... can't maximize the tire on the road. But is there such thing as too much grip? Question (strictly performance speaking): Would a Max Performance Tire (S-04) = Extreme Performance Tire (Re-11) on the street?

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