230/610/17 tyre Yokohama A005

Product introduction

The Yokohama A005 in size 230/610/17 is a slick tyre intended for circuit and competition use. Designed to offer a high level of grip on dry tracks, it is aimed at drivers looking for precision, consistency and performance during tests, track days, sprint races or intensive driving.

Purpose of the part

The slick tyre ensures the direct connection between the vehicle and the track. Thanks to its smooth tread and its specific competition construction, the Yokohama A005 maximizes the contact surface with the ground in order to improve traction, support stability, steering precision and braking efficiency on dry asphalt.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or unsuitable tyre

• Loss of grip during acceleration, braking, or cornering.
• Extension of braking distances on track.
• Less precise behavior with more vague steering.
• Irregular degradation that may cause vibration or loss of performance.
• Increased risk of overheating, loss of grip or rapid deterioration during intensive use.

Benefits of replacement

• Find an optimal level of grip on a dry circuit.
• Improves consistency of performance over multiple laps.
• Promotes better traction when exiting turns.
• optimises the precision of the front axle or the stability of the rear axle depending on the assembly.
• Allows you to adapt the behavior of the vehicle thanks to the available compound: hard, medium or soft.

Specifications

• Brand: Yokohama
• Model: A005
• Size: 230/610/17
• Range: Slick Circuit
• Type: competition tyre for dry track
• Available compounds: hard, medium or soft
• Use: circuit, competition, sports riding, track day
• Profile: slick without tread, not intended for open road use

Vehicle compatibility

This Yokohama A005 230/610/17 tyre is compatible with circuit vehicles, competition cars, light prototypes, prepared sedans, Renault Sport, Alpine vehicles or other motorsport models accepting this slick tyre size and suitable 17 inch rims.

Before assembly, it is essential to check the recommended rim width, the clearance in the wheel arches, the geometry, the technical regulations of the discipline practiced as well as the correspondence with the other tyres fitted on the vehicle.

Conclusion

The Yokohama A005 230/610/17 is a high-performance choice to fully exploit the potential of a vehicle prepared on a dry circuit, with an excellent compromise between grip, precision and consistency depending on the compound selected.