does anyone use shinko 005 tires

[michaeld]

if so
how do u like them

 

[rockadaous]

I've ran a set this season. Not bad for commuting. I enjoy the price the most. you can get the best deals online. They run over 5K for me.

 

[big jim]

I have a set on now and I have no complaints. As Rock said I really enjoy the price the most cost me $200 for the set shipped to the door.

 

[kml]

I've never tried them but I'd be leery of them as they don't have a Z speed rating only a W. That's a maximum of 168 mph.

A cut and paste from;
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=35

"While a Z-speed rating still often appears in the tire size designation of these tires, such as 225/50ZR16 91W, the Z in the size signifies a maximum speed capability in excess of 149 mph, 240 km/h; the W in the service description indicates the tire's 168 mph, 270 km/h maximum speed."

I like the Metzler z6 roadtec.

cheers
ken

 

[frisbee]

I don't believe that they are as good as pilots or some others . But the ultras are great drag tires !

 

[dadofthree]

Running an advance 005 on the rear because of a travel incident. Not going to get great mileage on it because it won't hookup and I enjoy cranking the throttle at 20 MPH in first and letting it boil.

I know, I'm so mature at 47

 

[Avitar]

Got over 5 grand out of my first. On my second now with about 3500 on it now with no issues.

 

[kawiboy11]

i love mine!

 

[BamBamm]

Mine lasted about 1500 miles,cant really stay off the throttle.Took mine to 180 a couple of times with no problems ,tire gets a flat spot real fast and not that great in the twisties.Hope this helps...

 

[michaeld]

thanks for your input

 

[chrisjp]

put 6k on my first set at 3 k already on second...cant beat the price...yes not a performance tire..but well worth the price you pay