Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 review
The Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 is highly regarded by performance enthusiasts, frequently cited as a superior alternative to the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2. Users consistently praise its exceptional dry grip, braking precision, and track-day durability, noting that it maintains performance consistency over multiple laps.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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Themes extracted from 5 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 is highly regarded by performance enthusiasts, frequently cited as a superior alternative to the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2. Users consistently praise its exceptional dry grip, braking precision, and track-day durability, noting that it maintains performance consistency over multiple laps.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and braking confidence
- Superior tread life and durability compared to key competitors
- High thermal stability during aggressive track use
- Consistent lap-over-lap performance
Cons
- Requires longer warm-up time to reach optimal operating temperature
- Limited commercial availability in specific markets and sizes
- Performance is compromised when tires are cold
Worth knowing
- Porsche owners (specifically GT4 RS) report the N-rated spec provides excellent wet weather performance compared to previous tire generations.
- Users note that the tire's performance characteristics are highly optimized for high-performance sports cars, with specific praise for its precision on track-focused platforms.
Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 8/32″ |
| UTQG | 80 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
| Size | Retailer |
|---|---|
| 245/35 R20 | Amazon |
| 295/30 R20 | Amazon |
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