205/45ZR16 87W NANKANG AR-1 100TW XL Motorsport Tyres Road Legal (sold individually)

Road-legal semi slick for serious lap time hunters

Looking for a street approved track day tyre that delivers relentless grip, razor-sharp steering feel and consistent performance session after session? This AR-1 in 205 45 16 spec is a proven semi slick that excels on circuit, sprint and hillclimb while remaining legal for the drive to and from the venue. XL extra-load construction and a W speed capability combine with a 100 treadwear compound to give you confidence, stability and repeatable pace.

Priced per single tyre. Ideal for drivers chasing PBs who want a dependable, competition-grade road-legal track tyre in the 16 inch category.

Why enthusiasts choose this AR-1

• Sticky 100TW track-focused rubber for fast warm-up and dependable grip
• Robust carcass for precise turn-in, stable braking and predictable balance
• Approx 5.5 mm tread depth from new for strong dry performance and consistency
• List 1B approved for motorsport use where applicable
• Used as a control tyre in series including M3 Cup, 330 Challenge and Classic VW Cup, plus podiums in CSCC New Millennium and 750MC Club Enduro
• XL extra-load casing for added stability under high lateral loads

Track-focused, street approved

This is a competition-biased, street-legal semi slick aimed at drivers who spend most of their time on circuit and still need an E-marked style solution for the road. Expect race-tyre feel with excellent feedback, minimal squirm and consistent lap-after-lap performance.

Key details

• Size variants often searched: 205/45 R16, 205 45 R16, 205-45-16, 205 45 ZR 16
• Speed capability: W rated
• Compound: single compound 100TW
• Tread depth new: approx 5.5 mm
• Sold individually

Setup guidance

• Operating temperature sweet spot: 71 to 104 degrees Celsius
• Camber window: around -1.0 to -3.0 degrees depending on vehicle and circuit
• Suggested hot pressures:
  • Under 800 kg: 23 to 27.5 psi
  • 800 to 1000 kg: 24 to 32 psi
  • 1000 to 1400 kg: 27.5 to 37 psi
  • Over 1400 kg: 34 to 42 psi
• Mounting tip: align the yellow dot with the valve stem to aid balance
• EU grip, efficiency and noise data available on request

Trusted by drivers and by us

Our own team at MJ Modifications runs these on our builds for track days and competitive events, and customer feedback mirrors our experience – outstanding dry grip, great steering response and repeatable performance throughout long sessions. If you want a street legal semi-slick that delivers serious pace, this is it.

Professional fitting

Need these fitted and aligned for your next event? Book with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Email info@mjmodifications.co.uk for a tailored quote, setup advice and fast turnaround.

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