NEW Falken Azenis RT-615K

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FALKEN AZENIS RT-615K
UTQG: 200A,A (All Sizes)

Click here for: Sizes, Specs, and Pricing on the Azenis RT-615K

Additional specs can be found HERE


PRESS RELEASE 11/6/09

Falken Tire is proud to announce the launch of the new Azenis RT615-K. While the original RT615 proved to be a dominant force in the DOT approved and truly street functional competition tire category, we’ve decided to make it even better. The K in the new RT615-K can have many meanings but none describe the second generation 615 better than KAIZEN. By definition, this Japanese word means "continuous improvement" which precisely describes the newest edition to the Azenis lineup. Visually, nearly identical to its predecessor, the subtle K on the sidewall is the only tell tale sign of what lies within its completely revised tread compound. 




TECHNOLOGY

- NEW & IMPROVED TREAD COMPOUND that effectively maintains grip as tire tempuratures increase

- MASSIVE SPORT SIDE SHOULDER BLOCKS deliver motorsports level grip and unsurpassed durability

- THREE HIGH VOID/LOW TURBULENCE GROOVES increase maximum wet weather speeds and by reducing hydroplaning tendencies

- SOLID CENTER RIB significantly reduces wheel spin by reducing contact patch void ratio under heavy acceleration

- OPTIMIZED AQUA TUSK POSITIONING reduces tread squirm while delivering flagship wet grip


With an advanced motorsports-grade compound, grip remains strong as tire temps rise. This allows for increased entry and exit speeds on the track, resulting in improved lap times, as well as better handling and control on city streets and freeways.

In addition, the special 8/32nd molded tread design reduces the new tire’s tread squirm while providing efficient mileage for street use, and a solid center rib significantly reduces wheel spin by trimming the contact patch void ratio under heavy acceleration.

Even with an 8% reduction in unsprung tire weight, the Azenis RT-615K performs well in the wet, with optimized aqua tusk positioning that allows better tread adhesion as it delivers ample wet grip performance. Accordingly, wet weather speeds can be achieved and maintained as potential hydroplaning tendencies are reduced.

Falken’s engineers recognized the tremendous demands placed on the Azenis RT-615K, so the focus continues on strengthening its versatility and multiple capabilities to deliver the strongest performance tire for street and track conditions.


REVIEWS

Customer Reviews

Tyler McQuarrie Tire Test: Falken Azenis RT615 VS. “NEW” RT 615K


MEDIA

[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrlfZp-hDCg"]YouTube- The Falken Azenis RT-615K, How Much Faster Is It?[/nomedia]




If you are running the Falken Azenis RT615-K, post your review here along with a picture or two. We, as well as Falken, would love to read them.
 
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Is the 315-30-18 wider than the original RT615? What is the overall width in inches of new RT615K's? Thanks Paul
 

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Hey Matt. Thanks for the reply. One more question. Would any Disscout Tire have this size in stock so I could go check it out? Thanks Paul
 

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Hey Matt. Thanks for the reply. One more question. Would any Disscout Tire have this size in stock so I could go check it out? Thanks Paul

I doubt it Paul but I'm not sure. You'll need to contact your closest store to find out. There is no visual difference though between the Azenis RT-615 and the new RT-615K.
 

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Video comparison of the new RT615k vs the original RT615:

[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrlfZp-hDCg"]YouTube- The Falken Azenis RT-615K, How Much Faster Is It?[/nomedia]
 

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10' versus 10.5'

quick question please; should there be any issue with getting these 315 tires on a 10' rim? or do i HAVE to go 10.5 (as falken suggests)?

thx
 

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quick question please; should there be any issue with getting these 315 tires on a 10' rim? or do i HAVE to go 10.5 (as falken suggests)?

thx

Can you put a 315 on a 10" rim? Yes. Should you? No. I know that's not what you want to hear but Falken wants you and your vehicle to stay safe. You will push these tires hard, really hard so it's that much more important to mount them correctly. :beer:
 

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Interesting, I did not know these tires were released. Guess Falken had to step it up to take on the Kumho XS, Advan AD08 and Bridgestone RE-11 or whatever that tire is.


Oh, and I had a 315/30/18 Kumho XS on an 18x10 BBS RK and they fit. Tires kinda bulged a bit on the sides, but I drove it hard and never had a problem. Those tires were like glue.
 

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Interesting, I did not know these tires were released. Guess Falken had to step it up to take on the Kumho XS, Advan AD08 and Bridgestone RE-11 or whatever that tire is.


Oh, and I had a 315/30/18 Kumho XS on an 18x10 BBS RK and they fit. Tires kinda bulged a bit on the sides, but I drove it hard and never had a problem. Those tires were like glue.

Do you have any pics of your car with the Kumho's? Also you said those tires were like glue, what kind of horsepower are you running? Just trying to decide what tires I am going to go with. Thanks Paul
 

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Hmm not too thrilled with my RT615s coming from the NT05s. Sounds like these are better!
 

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A full second? WOW! This will help them get back what Kumho stole with the XS.
 

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