190/58/16 tyre Yokohama A005

Product introduction

The Yokohama A005 in size 190/58/16 is a slick circuit tyre designed for sports and competition use on dry tracks. From the Yokohama racing range, it is aimed at drivers looking for a high level of grip, precision and consistency during intensive driving, free practice, track days or competitions.

Purpose of the part

The tyre is the only point of contact between the vehicle and the track. On the track, it plays an essential role in traction, braking, support stability and steering precision. Thanks to its slick design, without sculpture, the Yokohama A005 maximizes the contact surface with the ground in order to provide optimal grip on dry surfaces.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or defective part

• Loss of grip during acceleration, braking, or cornering
• Longer braking distances
• Deterioration of driving precision and steering feel
• Irregular wear that can lead to vibration or reduced performance
• Increased risk of overheating, delamination or loss of control under heavy use

Benefits of replacement

• Restoration of a high level of grip on dry tracks
• Better stability in curves and during hard braking
• More precise response from management
• optimised traction when exiting corners
• More consistent performance during circuit sessions
• Suitable for vehicles prepared or dedicated to competition use

Specifications

• Brand: Yokohama
• Model: A005
• Size: 190/58/16
• Range: Slick Circuit
• Eraser: Hard / Medium
• Use: circuit, dry track, competition, track day
• tyre type: slick racing without tread

Vehicle compatibility

This Yokohama A005 190/58/16 tyre is intended for competition vehicles, single-seaters, prototypes, prepared vehicles or circuit cars accepting this tyre size and equipped with compatible 16 inch rims. You should check the rim width, wheel arch clearance, geometry settings and your chassis specifications before assembly.

Conclusion

The Yokohama A005 190/58/16 Slick Circuit Hard / Medium compound is a high-performance choice for fully exploiting the potential of a vehicle on dry tracks, with an excellent compromise between grip, precision and endurance in intensive sporting use.