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Re: Tire Speed Ratings (was dunlop D60A2)



> Here are the specs for tire speed ratings.

> •Z=149 MPH, 240km/h and over 

Technically, "Z" is not a speed rating. The Z was used when in the old
times, manufacturers had foogiest idea what to do with things that go
beyong 150mph. So what's a "Z" tire really sustain? 151mph? 666mph?

Sorry, couldn't resist that one...

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