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Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec

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  • Year Released: 2015
  • Regions for sale: USA+, Canada, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Oceania
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Summary

We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

Reasons to buy vote if agree

– Exceptional Grip and Traction: Many users praised the tire for its outstanding grip and traction, particularly on dry roads, making it an excellent choice for spirited driving and track use.
– Responsive Handling: The tire received positive feedback for its precise and responsive handling, which enhances the driving experience, especially during high-performance maneuvers.
– Consistent Performance: Several reviews highlighted the tire's consistent performance throughout its lifespan, maintaining grip and stability even as it wears.
– Durability on Track: Drivers appreciated the tire's durability and resilience during track days, noting that it holds up well under high-stress conditions.
– Great Value for Money: Users found the tire to be a cost-effective option for high-performance driving, providing excellent performance without breaking the bank.

Reasons not to buy

– Noise Levels: Some users reported that the tire becomes noisier as it wears down, which can detract from overall comfort during long drives.
– Short Tread Life: A few reviews noted that the tread life is shorter than expected, especially under aggressive driving conditions, necessitating more frequent replacements.
– Harsh Ride Quality: Several drivers mentioned that the ride can be harsh, particularly on rough or uneven surfaces, impacting overall comfort.
– Performance in Wet Conditions: Some users found the tire's performance in wet conditions to be less impressive compared to its dry performance, requiring cautious driving in the rain.
– High Price: While many appreciated the tire's performance, a few users felt that it was relatively expensive compared to other high-performance options available.

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Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec



Description

The Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec is an extreme performance summer tire, designed for sports car, sports coupe, and performance sedan enthusiasts. It is particularly suitable for autocross, drifting, and track events, offering race tire-like traction for the street.

Features & Benefits

  • Optimized Tread Compound: Developed to achieve faster lap times by enhancing traction in temperate temperatures and maintaining consistent grip across multiple laps.
  • Directional Tread Design: Features a continuous center rib and massive shoulder blocks for high levels of dry grip and handling, promoting even wear and uniform tire temperatures.
  • Enhanced Wet Traction: Equipped with two wide circumferential center grooves and angled independent grooves to effectively channel water and improve wet road performance.
  • True Circle Profile: Distributes tire deflection forces along the sidewall, enhancing control and allowing better communication of tire performance limits to the driver.

Year Released

The Direzza ZII Star Spec was released in 2015, following the success of its predecessor, the Direzza ZII.

Regions Availability

This tire is available in regions including the USA, Canada, East Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania, meeting the needs of performance enthusiasts in these areas.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

Suitable for a variety of sports cars, coupes, and performance sedans, such as:

  • Subaru BRZ
  • Ford Mustang
  • Chevrolet Camaro
  • Nissan 350Z
  • BMW M3

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec combines meticulous engineering and advanced technology to deliver a tire that excels in extreme performance scenarios. Ideal for drivers who demand the utmost from their tires on both tracks and roads, it provides a perfect blend of precision, stability, and grip.


Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec Latest News

  • Aug 19, 2016
    Video

    Tested: Extreme Performance Summer Tires Performance Peak Met? | Tire Rack

    To evaluate the ultimate performance and daily livability of some of the newest and best Extreme Performance Summer tires, we gathered the reigning champion Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R, our old friend Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec, the new-to-us and recently updated Falken Azenis RT615K and the brand new Nexen N FERA SUR4 for a road ride and track test.

  • Jan 08, 2015
    Video

    Tested: Extreme Performance Tires at the Extreme | Tire Rack

    Today's Extreme Performance Summer tires may be just the thing to coax the potential to thrill out of your sports car, coupe or sedan. To keep pace with competitors and the ever-moving performance target for the category, we're seeing some brands make tweaks to existing products.

  • Jan 01, 2015
    Video

    Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec

    Bought new tires for the spring/summer time. I had the Dunlop Direzza ZI before and I was very happy with them, so I decided to get the next gen Direzza ZII. These tires will be going on my Enkei RPF1.


Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec Latest Reviews

28 May, 2024 19:52 by Oscar Nguyen
5
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Wet Performance

Comments
So, I put these bad boys on my 76 Beemer, you know, the classic one, and .. Ive been cruising around East Hamptonand these tires just grip the road like crazy.
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My old tires? Totally useless in comparison, they couldnt handle the heat or the twists of these roads. Not only is the handling on point, but the ride is also much quieter now - though I do hear a bit of a hum when I really get up to speed. Worth it for the peace of mind and the smooth drive. Oh and these tires havent let me down in wet conditions either they handle rain like a champ
17 May, 2024 09:21 by Kevin
4
Less than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Wet Performance
They stick to the pavement like glue. Im talkin about super sharp turns and quick stops, these tires can handle it all. I used to run on some generic tires that would slide all over the place - what a joke.

Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Dunlop / Direzza ZII Star Spec
Car Type
Season
Summer
Rim Diameter
14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 "
Width
185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 / 245 / 255 / 265 / 275 / 285 mm
Aspect Ratio
30 / 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
No
Speed and Load
Speed Index
H (max 130 mph) ... W (max 168 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Dunlop / Direzza ZII Star Spec Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Price
R14 185/60 R14 82H 185/60 R14 82H
R15 195/50 R15 82V 195/50 R15 82V
R15 195/55 R15 85V 195/55 R15 85V
R15 205/50 R15 86V 205/50 R15 86V
R16 205/50 R16 87V 205/50 R16 87V
R16 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91V
R16 225/45 R16 89W 225/45 R16 89W
R16 225/50 R16 92V 225/50 R16 92V
R17 205/45 R17 84W 205/45 R17 84W
R17 215/40 R17 83W 215/40 R17 83W
R17 215/45 R17 87W 215/45 R17 87W
R17 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91W
R17 235/45 R17 94W 235/45 R17 94W
R17 245/40 R17 91W 245/40 R17 91W
R17 245/45 R17 95W 245/45 R17 95W
R17 255/40 R17 94W 255/40 R17 94W
R18 225/40 R18 88W 225/40 R18 88W
R18 225/45 R18 91W 225/45 R18 91W
R18 235/40 R18 91W 235/40 R18 91W
R18 245/40 R18 93W 245/40 R18 93W
R18 255/35 R18 90W 255/35 R18 90W
R18 265/35 R18 93W 265/35 R18 93W
R18 275/35 R18 95W 275/35 R18 95W
R18 285/30 R18 93W 285/30 R18 93W
R19 245/40 R19 94W 245/40 R19 94W
R19 275/35 R19 96W 275/35 R19 96W

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28 May, 2024 19:52 by Oscar Nguyen
5
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Wet Performance

Comments
So, I put these bad boys on my 76 Beemer, you know, the classic one, and .. Ive been cruising around East Hamptonand these tires just grip the road like crazy.
---
My old tires? Totally useless in comparison, they couldnt handle the heat or the twists of these roads. Not only is the handling on point, but the ride is also much quieter now - though I do hear a bit of a hum when I really get up to speed. Worth it for the peace of mind and the smooth drive. Oh and these tires havent let me down in wet conditions either they handle rain like a champ
17 May, 2024 09:21 by Kevin
4
Less than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Wet Performance
They stick to the pavement like glue. Im talkin about super sharp turns and quick stops, these tires can handle it all. I used to run on some generic tires that would slide all over the place - what a joke.

Questions and Answers

  • Aug 19, 2016
    Video

    Tested: Extreme Performance Summer Tires Performance Peak Met? | Tire Rack

    To evaluate the ultimate performance and daily livability of some of the newest and best Extreme Performance Summer tires, we gathered the reigning champion Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R, our old friend Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec, the new-to-us and recently updated Falken Azenis RT615K and the brand new Nexen N FERA SUR4 for a road ride and track test.

  • Jan 08, 2015
    Video

    Tested: Extreme Performance Tires at the Extreme | Tire Rack

    Today's Extreme Performance Summer tires may be just the thing to coax the potential to thrill out of your sports car, coupe or sedan. To keep pace with competitors and the ever-moving performance target for the category, we're seeing some brands make tweaks to existing products.

  • Jan 01, 2015
    Video

    Dunlop Direzza ZII Star Spec

    Bought new tires for the spring/summer time. I had the Dunlop Direzza ZI before and I was very happy with them, so I decided to get the next gen Direzza ZII. These tires will be going on my Enkei RPF1.

  • Jul 11, 2013
    Video

    Tested: Extreme Performance Summer Tires | Tire Rack

    BFGoodrich introduced the Extreme Performance Summer category with their g-Force T/A KD. Its dry traction and handling approached the level of R-compound tires, but stayed street friendly. To reestablish itself in the category, they launched the g-Force Rival to rival the dry performance of other category tires. Does it?

  • Jan 11, 2013
    Video

    Intro Track Drive on the Dunlop Direzza ZII | Tire Rack

    When rumblings of a replacement for the Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec began, its fans debated the pros/cons of any change while they waited to see if improvements could be made without losing the good in an already great tire. The goal was simple if not easy: improve dry traction/handling without sacrificing any wet/wear characteristics.