RA-1's make a good street tire for the Miata -
although the 205/55 14 seems a little too much tire
for the street. They have plenty of grip and a soft
ride compared to many R compound tires. It's not
competitive in an autox vs a Kumho or BFG. They last a
long time - basically the tire goes hard 2/3 way
through its life.
The RA-1 has a reputation as a race rain-tire. My
wet-track experience is that its just as scary as any
other R-compound tire in standing water. I'd have a
backup plan if you plan driving in a lot of rain.
A lot of Miata people seem to like Toyo tires.
Craig
--- Brad Martinson <brad@rahul.net> wrote:
> So how are the RA1s as street tires? It is almost
> time to replace my
> trusty 008RSIIs...
> The application is nearly stock miata, daily driver.
>
> TIA
>
>
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