[s-cars] kumho mx

[Lee Levitt]

Dan writes:
>
> Although not specific to s-cars, I figured this is my best shot at an
> opinion.
> I'm looking for a tire that can handle a daily commute and still perform
> well at the occasional autocross or at the track.  Leading contenders
> are the Kumho Ecsta 712, Kumho MX, and Yoko ES100.
> Tirerack is out of the latter for several weeks.   The 712 is "ok" and
> will last but reportedly doesn't handle as well as some other tires.
>  The MX looks and smells like the Pole Position S-03 on paper, but costs
> far less.
>
> So, has anyone had direct experience with the MX or perhaps a love
> affair with the 712?
>

I spent 6 months on a set of Kumho 712s, in a 235/45 17" size. They're heavy
and stiff, but handle well in both wet and dry. Overall I'd give them a B.
Dunlop 9000s aren't quite as crisp, but handle just as well and ride better.
I'd also check out the Sumitomo HTRZ IIs, if they'll fit.

And more than a few of us are running Toyo T1S, available ina wide variety
of sizes. Very comfortable, light, great handling tire, but with less crisp
turn-in than the Kumhos.

HTH,

Lee