Dunlop 208GPs, anyone tried them yet?

I'm looking for sticky tyres to fit the GPZ500 for track use. I need a
110/70-17 front and a 150/60-17 rear. Bearing in mind that the GPZ is a
lardy bus for a 500[1] I need something that will be able to handle
being pushed hard through corners without ripping to bits or sliding
around, so tyres more suited to a 250/400 race rep might not be
suitable. I know the GP has a very triangular front profile, but that
may be an advantage on the GPZ as they are a bit lazy in the steering
department, so a little help in getting it to turn in would be
appreciated even if it makes it a bit less stable on the straights. As
the bike will mainly be used on the track with only occasional road use,
I'm not worried about things like wear etc.

Having searched around I've found that Dunlop do the 208GP in the right
sizes and initial reviews I've found have been favourable. I'd just like
to hear something positive from someone I know and would likely trust
before I commit hard earned cash for some. Anyone got any opinions on
them?

[1] It has the same dry weight as my ZX-9R.

 

Lozzo emerged from their own little world to say

Don't be such a wimp. Cheng Shin is the way to go. Much more fun.

 

wessie wrote

They would certainly satisfy his requirement for durability and they are
Black, which is A Good Thing.

 

Nominally round too, I believe.

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On Mon, 07 Feb 2005 01:14:40 +0000, Lozzo wrote:

I've got the ordinary 208s on the Zed, but I doubt that they have much in
common.