Dunlop announces new Ultra High Perf. tire
04-29-2002, 07:47 AM
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Dunlop announces new Ultra High Perf. tire
I know some of you are dunlop fans. This tire sounds promising...
April 23, 2002
Dunlop Tires introduces new ultra high performance tire
Toronto, Ontario - Dunlop Tires has added a new member to its Dunlop SP SPORT high performance line of tires called the SP Sport FM901. "The SP SPORT FM901 offers a hot, radical look that is sure to attract the fast growing sport compact owner market segment," said Sam Fry, Product Manager (Consumer Tires), Dunlop Tires Canada. "But the benefits of this tire go far beyond just looks, thanks to a wide tread profile that provides exceptional handling, impressive grip and even wear." Some of the tire's additional features include:
High performance silica blend tread compound derived from Dunlop's International Motor sports program.
Two circumferential centre grooves and full depth lateral grooves supply enhanced water dispersion for hydroplaning resistance and excellent wet traction performance.
Large, rigid shoulder tread blocks insure precise predictable cornering control.
Full width high-density steel belts combined with JLB (Jointless Nylon Band) technology for stable handling, smooth ride uniformity and even tread wear.
Chaos tread-pitch sequencing to minimize noise for a very quiet ride.
A hard rubber bead apex, high ply turn-up and steel sidewall stabilizer for quick steering response.
Max Flange Shield (MFS) increases protection of wheels against curb damage while improving the appearance of tire and wheel package.
The Dunlop SP Sport FM901 VR & ZR rated high performance sport radial is available in 24 of the most popular sport compact tuner sizes and carries a 200 AA UTQG rating.
April 23, 2002
Dunlop Tires introduces new ultra high performance tire
Toronto, Ontario - Dunlop Tires has added a new member to its Dunlop SP SPORT high performance line of tires called the SP Sport FM901. "The SP SPORT FM901 offers a hot, radical look that is sure to attract the fast growing sport compact owner market segment," said Sam Fry, Product Manager (Consumer Tires), Dunlop Tires Canada. "But the benefits of this tire go far beyond just looks, thanks to a wide tread profile that provides exceptional handling, impressive grip and even wear." Some of the tire's additional features include:
High performance silica blend tread compound derived from Dunlop's International Motor sports program.
Two circumferential centre grooves and full depth lateral grooves supply enhanced water dispersion for hydroplaning resistance and excellent wet traction performance.
Large, rigid shoulder tread blocks insure precise predictable cornering control.
Full width high-density steel belts combined with JLB (Jointless Nylon Band) technology for stable handling, smooth ride uniformity and even tread wear.
Chaos tread-pitch sequencing to minimize noise for a very quiet ride.
A hard rubber bead apex, high ply turn-up and steel sidewall stabilizer for quick steering response.
Max Flange Shield (MFS) increases protection of wheels against curb damage while improving the appearance of tire and wheel package.
The Dunlop SP Sport FM901 VR & ZR rated high performance sport radial is available in 24 of the most popular sport compact tuner sizes and carries a 200 AA UTQG rating.
04-29-2002, 08:33 AM
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Actually, it's over a year old....and not Dunlops top tire, the SP9000 is still king...
It has been in Australia for over a year...here is a pic and write up.<ul><li><a href="http://www.stuckey.com.au/ultra.htm">http://www.stuckey.com.au/ultra.htm</a</li></ul>
04-29-2002, 10:14 AM
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Please read what Eddie says about the FM's and
since when does the wear number correlate with the traction? The Dunlop SP8080 on my M5 have a wear of 200 too, are they better than the SP9000?
My point is that the new FM901 is not marketed Dunlop's best.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/48613.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/48613.phtml</a</li></ul>
My point is that the new FM901 is not marketed Dunlop's best.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/48613.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/48613.phtml</a</li></ul>
04-29-2002, 03:28 PM
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Was asking a question. Wasnt arguing.
Usually when I see a tread rating I think towards maybe its a softer compound. A rating within the same company of 280 and 200 I would have thought the 200 had a softer tread, and maybe that relates to a grippy tire. If I buy a tire that has that low of a rating I would expect some kind of benefit because the life of the tire will be shorter.
I was asking are the tires grippy? Wasnt even mentioning if they 'were, are' better than the SP9000. Was looking for info.
I was asking are the tires grippy? Wasnt even mentioning if they 'were, are' better than the SP9000. Was looking for info.
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