195/55R15 (195/55-15, 195 55 15) Nankang NS-2R 89W XL Semi-Slick Road/Street Legal Track Day Tyre | List 1B W Rated Extra Load | 15 Inch Performance Racing/Circuit/Fast Road | Sold Individually

195/55 R15 performance circuit tyre for serious drivers

Looking for a sticky, street-legal semi slick that just works session after session? This 195/55 R15 NS2R in 89W XL spec is a proven choice for track-focused builds and fast-road cars. It delivers dependable grip, predictable handling and impressive stability through repeated heat cycles, giving you confidence on circuit and control on the drive home.

Trusted by grassroots and club-level racers across the UK and Europe, and seen in competitive series including BMW Compact Cup, MaX5, Civic Cup and M3 Cup, this tyre is all about consistent lap-after-lap performance with excellent durability. In mixed conditions it inspires confidence, with grooves that clear standing water effectively so you can keep pushing when the rain arrives.

• Size: 195/55 R15, also searched as 195/55-15 and 195 55 15
• Load and speed: 89W XL extra load
• Street legal and MSA List 1B approved for UK motorsport use
• Semi slick construction for serious grip and precise turn-in
• Reliable, repeatable performance through long sessions and endurance stints
• Confidence in the wet for road drives and damp track days
• Sold individually, ideal for spares or full sets

We run these on our own builds and our customers love the balance of traction, wear rate and value. It is a fantastic upgrade for time attack, sprint, hillclimb, autosolo and general track use, while remaining compliant for everyday driving. If you want a 15-inch track-ready tyre that delivers predictable feedback and strong longevity without the headache of changing wheels for the road, this is the one.

Why choose this 195/55 R15 semi slick

- Grippy compound with a broad operating window for consistent temperatures and stable lap times
- Directional tread channels water efficiently, supporting confident wet and damp running
- Robust shoulder design helps resist chunking and promotes even wear during hard cornering

Fitting and setup

Professional installation available at MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. For fitting, geometry and alignment tailored to your car, request a quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

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