Whats the difference between R888 and R888R?
The R888R uses the same R-compound as the R888 but the R888R has an asymmetric tread pattern that creates a 14% increase in contact patch while cornering and 10% increase in a straight line. At this point, Toyo is planning on phasing out the R888 in most sizes and replacing it with the R888R.
Can you daily Toyo R888?
I daily drive with these tires on. And sometimes I do a quick and easy canyon run. At first I was skeptical about driving them on the wet, but if you are driving them conservatively and safely during the rain, they are not bad at all.
Is Toyo R888 road legal?
The R888R is not simply an evolution of the existing model, it has been completely re-engineered to give improvements in all areas over the R888. These improvements mean it performs even better on track and surpasses the latest tyre labelling regulations so it is totally legal to use as a road tyre.
Are Toyo R888R noisy?
Yes they are loud.
How many miles can you get out of Toyo R888R?
Toyo R888R on streets? 6000-8000 miles realistically. Good for driving to the track and back and very limited weekend trips or very short commutes.
What sizes do Toyo R888 come in?
Toyo Proxes R888 Tire Specs Chart
| Size | Diameter | Max psi |
|---|---|---|
| 225/50ZR16 92W SL BSW 100 AA A | 24.7″ | 51 psi |
| 245/45R16 94W SL BSW 100 AA A | 24.4″ | 51 psi |
| 255/50R16 99W SL BSW 100 AA A | 25.9″ | 51 psi |
| 205/40ZR17 84W XL BSW 100 AA A | 23.5″ | 50 psi |
Are R888 good in rain?
Registered. I’m on the new R888R´s and they work fine on the rain, Haven’t tried with full throttle but normal speed was working perfect.
How long do Toyo Proxes last?
The Toyo Proxes Sport A/S is an all-season tire designed to last over time (65,000 km in this case with a Y rating, 80,000 km in the case of sets with a V or W rating), and not necessarily a closed-circuit grip specialist.
Do Toyo R888 run wide?
Toyo R888 runs very wide compare to other tired.
How wide are R888?
9.8″
The 245/45R16 Toyo Proxes R888 has a diameter of 24.4″, a width of 9.8″, mounts on a 16″ rim and has 850 revolutions per mile.
What kind of tire is the Toyo R888R?
First up we decided to test the Toyo R888R, this is a track oriented tire and the successor to the R888 which was one of the most controversial tires in recent history. Many racers didn’t like the R888 and preferred the even older RA1 tire it was designed to replace.
Which is better dot are NT01 or Toyo RR?
While NT01 does seem to last longer than the other two, RA-1 does not seem to last much longer than R888, nor does RA-1 seem to have a flat grip curve over time like it reportedly did back in the day. While Nitto NT01 at one point was the go-to HPDE/non-competitive track day tire, today Toyo RR offers superior grip as well as better longevity.
Where to test Toyo R888R vs rival 1.5?
So first up we did an autocross test comparing the Toyo R888R to the Rival-S 1.5. The test drivers were myself and my wife Kim. The venue was the permanent autocross test course in Mineral Wells Texas.
Which is better Nitto or Toyo compound tires?
Cars without ABS may prefer Nitto and Toyo tires. When driven at 7/10ths to 8/10ths, unshaved Toyo RA-1 will produce similar performance and wear rate to shaved (to 4/32″ or less) RA-1s. At 9/10ths to 10/10ths the unshaved tires are slower and wear out quicker.