First so to speak weekend on the 200. I got seven sessions out of 2 days at VIR, F^&#$%^& rain!!!! I'm not AMA or WERA, I can't tell the difference in my turn in speed. I could not tell the difference in ride height either. I did not get my bike re-set up, no gearing change needed, tire pinching, etc, etc, etc. With all that has been stated here about tires, you have to experience it for yourself. Now, when I go to NCBIKE, that will really tell on how much " better wear " will come into play, tire lasting longer ( yeah right ) Was Paying the extra 40 bucks for a bigger more contact patch tire worth it?????????? I'm gonna say NO. Based on the type of wear I have on a WET, GREEN track for two days, I do not see any difference in "better wear". I will go back to the 190 and save some dollars and still be able to rail right along at MY speed and get up to speed in "A" group.
Longer lasting tire????????? I have been listening to preacher's and allowed them to pour honey into my ears and actually bought into it.........