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Old 02-27-2003, 02:51 PM   #1
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lookin at Kumho Ecsta Supra 712's.......any experiences/opinions?????? I know they are cheapies........just wonderin how they handle/traction/ wear.....stuff like that


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Old 02-27-2003, 04:27 PM   #2
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decent ride quality but, lack lustre performance
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Old 02-27-2003, 04:48 PM   #3
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Get the MX tires there supposed to be right up there traction wise.
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Old 02-27-2003, 06:20 PM   #4
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The MX's are very impressive performance wise but, they have an ugly sidewall .....
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Old 02-28-2003, 12:40 AM   #5
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Well I'll be in Friday at 10 to get mine mounted Luke. I sure hope their not that bad lookin! :thumbs:
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Old 02-28-2003, 08:01 AM   #6
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I guess you get what you pay for :(
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Old 02-28-2003, 09:31 AM   #7
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I'm getting the Mx's not the Ectsa 712's. I can always change my mind when I get there though! :cheers:


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Old 02-28-2003, 10:58 AM   #8
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I'll be here ... I mean I am here


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Old 02-28-2003, 01:27 PM   #9
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Hey Luke be easy on the Kumho MX's . I just bought a set from you 2 weeks ago. Look fine to me.

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Old 02-28-2003, 02:43 PM   #10
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I just think they have too much crap on the sidewalls ...sort of reminds me of the opening credits of the Partridge Family show
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Old 03-01-2003, 07:42 AM   #11
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Agreed Luke. :yesnod:
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