I just got a good deal on a pair of Falken Azenis 215's. I did some research on them and most people say that they are heavy and carry a stiff sidewall therefore making it unfit for 1/4 mile racing. Well that is all what i want it to be used for but need some input on the performance of this tire as a drag racing tire from people who have used it. Need to make my decision in about three hours before they are sold to someone else, inputs needed.

 

come on, someone has to have some drag racing input on these tires.

 

Have you tried asking in the Drag Racing forum?

 

I can't complain about the azenis . drop it to 15-20psi and a nice 2nd or 3rd gear burn out and you should hook up depending on horse power level.

 

I have heard the same that they are not good for drag. But I know several people have pulled 2.0 60 foots with them so.

 

I don't think they are good drag tires. Sidewall is pretty stiff. Sure you can lower the pressure in them enough to get you 2.0 60' times, but wouldn't you lose some speed once you get rolling due to the extra resistance?

 

get the 555r nitto... there much better.. the azenis are mainly autocrossing if im correct...

 

go with BF's, i had Azenis and had a 2.0 60ft bringing it to about 15psi but up top towards the end there was nothing left lost alot of speed up top..

 

are you looking for a street/track tire because I have the same question... will an azeni hook on the street with 500-600whp for those of us who don't want to run a drag radial

 

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Yes, better than any other street tire.

Note that the original question was asked about the Falken Azenis RT-215, which has been discontinued, but has been replaced by the equally supersticky Falken Azenis RT-615, available at Vulcan.

Do not confuse this with other tires with the Falken Azenis name; for example, the Falken Azenis ST-115 is not at all appropriate for those wanting the ultimate in dry traction.