Dunlop Direzza Z2 or RE11
 

I had my mind set on RE-11 and DUNLOP came out with Direzza Z2!

I am looking at my stock, the rear has about 20% left (the most) and the front 60% (or more).

http://www.the370z.com/members/yamah...502-123141.jpg

I will replace all 4 tires now, but planned to replace just the rear (with the same brand) next time when the rears are done.

However RE-11 is going to be discontinued, that means the next set is going to be all 4 again.

So might go with Direzza Z2 hoping they will still sell them 2 years later.

I know Direzza Z2 is still new on the market, but would be great if someone has some input.

Cheers

I didn't know the RE11's are being discontinued. :( that sucks.

according to tirerack and some other sources.

The RE-11s will be discontinued soon, in replacement RE-11A; HOWEVER, they don't have 19" (yet or never)... If they don't, that means RE-11 are the last the Extreme Tire Category from Bridgestone for 370z...

RE-11's will NOT be discontinued. Only selected sizes will be converted to the RE-11a. NOT ALL OF THEM! This was told to me directly by a Bridgestone representative. They have stated that the RE-11a will only replace the most common sizes. The RE-11's will not be discontinued in sizes that are not replaced by the RE-11A.

I stand correct...:tiphat:

But the stock seems to be running low and they are having a "close out" sales on tirerack...

Discontinue RE-11's??? Somethings you just don't joke about...

Is $309 really close out? I feel like it is just less of a raping

Is that $309 shipped? I just got a set of rears installed today for $315 a piece OTD. 285/35/19

That is a good price. MNaybe I should check with the local store and see if they can do $1200 for all four

I went to a local store that covers sales tax and only does a small markup for mount and balance when you pay cash.

FYI

"The RE-11 285/35/19s are all out of stock because they have been discontinued."

No longer available on tire rack.

305's are gone too :(. Really sucks because I love my RE11's.

I guess the next best thing is Dunlop Z2.

[QUOTE=YamahaR6;2267953]I had my mind set on RE-11 and DUNLOP came out with Direzza Z2!


I know Direzza Z2 is still new on the market, but would be great if someone has some input.


So has anyone buy/tried the Dunlop Z2's Still pretty new, but I have heard it is a great Track/DD tire!

Just ordered a set. Will let you know in 2 weeks.

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.

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...

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

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...

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."

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.

:wtf2:

Not sure if serious :wtf2:

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.

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.

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.

+1

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

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.

^ 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.

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?

No

You could just get Michelin Pilot Super Sports. :tup:

Hey guys, check TireRack - they're back on in 265 and 305 again.

/confused

Still slower

I bought the Direzza ZII and so far they have been great. They are quieter than the OEM Bridgestones and the sidewalls feel a little stiffer in stock sizes.
I've taken then to Texas World Speedway on a hot day and found they will get greasy if pushed hard, however the will come back if you take it easy for a few corners. They are very progressive towards the limit, so I never felt on the edge, which increased my confidence in them, and brought down my lap times.
I have them installed on an extra set of OEM wheels and will use them mostly for track and getting to and from the track.
http://www.the370z.com/members/dr_-a...dunlop-zii.jpg
Here are some of my laps and as you can hear they don't squeal a lot like the stock tires.

Awesome thanks for the feedback. The ZII's were the other tires that i was considering. Looks like i may have to give them a try. I had the ZI's on my S2000 and loved them and i hear the ZII's are ever better. :tiphat:

Huh?

If that's the case, it's not the tires, it's the driver. :ugh2:

Depends what you want to do. The ZII's are popular in the ST AutoX classes right now, and they perform well. However, many are going to the BFG Rival, including me when the +/-1" wheel diameter goes into effect next year for the Stock classes. I'll be stepping down to 18's just so I can run Rivals.

Nah, the PSS don't handle nearly as well on the track.



OP,

Zii is the autoX choice, re11 is the track option.

come back and try again after you have driven on both tires