Parts Canada National Series Pirelli Spec Tires 2010
About
Canada was the first major national racing series to experience the benefits of spec or control tire racing and go the way of the World Superbike Championship. Since then, both the Moto-ST series in the U.S. and now the British Superbike Championship have decided to follow in order to help ensure faster and more competitive racing.
Now entering the fifth season of national spec tire racing in Canada, both Pirelli and Orion Motorsports continue to work hard to prepare for an exciting 2010.
Racers can expect new compounds in both DOTs and slicks for 2010. The Diablo Supercorsa offers the very latest DOT racing technology from World Supersport combined with compounds developed and tested on Canadian race tracks.
An objective of the series is to lower the cost of racing and align performances available to all competitors. For this reason Pirelli has defined the following:
- A set price no matter how many tires you buy
- An agreed number of selections specific to the Canadian series defined through pre-season testing available to all racers contingent upon the class
- Usage quantities are limited per rider per event to control costs
How do you get tires?
Good News - Prices are down yet again!
Tires for national class racers (Pro Superbike, Pro 600 Sport Bike, Amateur 600 Sport Bike and Sport Twins) will be available trackside at all Parts Canada Superbike National events. Racers wishing to test or compete in regional racing series using national spec tires can do so by ordering directly from Orion by phone or email in the contact section.
How much do they cost?
Competitors in Pro 600 Sport Bike, Amateur 600 Sport Bike and Sport Twins will pay $370.00 per DOT set and $380.00 per rain set.
Superbike riders will pay $380.00 per set for both Diablo Slicks and Diablo Rains.
All prices are plus applicable taxes and includes installation and balancing of new tires. These prices are available only at Parts Canada National events. Please refer to pricing page for other pricing info.
Do we have to return them in order to purchase more?
Riders competing in Pro Superbike, Pro Sport Bike, Amateur Sport Bike and Sport Twins will be allowed to keep any tires that are purchased. However, Pirelli DOES NOT recommend the use of race tires on the street even though some are DOT approved.
How many tires are we allowed?
The following quantities are what each racer will be allowed to use in each class per weekend.
PLEASE NOTE: The below allotment can be any combination of front and rear tires:
Pro Superbike - 15 tires, 18 tires double header weekend
Pro 600 Sport Bike - 13 tires, 15 tires double header weekend
Amateur 600 - 6 tires, 8 tires on double-header weekend
Sport Twins - 6 tires, 8 tires on double-header weekend
Does this include Friday practice?
Yes, this does include Friday practice. Please note that any used tires that you may begin with or bring to have mounted will also count towards your overall tire allotment.
What about Thursday practice?
Thursday practices are NOT included in the tire allotments and racers are free to use and test as many as they require.
What are the different spec tires for the classes?
Pro Superbike will have a choice of three front tires and two rear tires plus rain tires in the following sizes only:
| Front Diablo Slick 120/70-17 | Soft (SC1) | Rear Diablo Slick 190/60-17 | Soft (SC1) |
| Medium (SC2) | Medium (SC2) | ||
| Rain | SCR1 | Rain | SCR1 |
| Rear Diablo Superpole Option | SC0 |
Pro 600 Sportbike will have the choice of two front tires and two rear tires plus rain tires:
| Front Diablo Super Corsa 120/70-17 | Soft (SC1) | Rear Diablo Super Corsa 180/55-17 | Soft (SC1) |
| Medium (SC2) | Medium (SC2) | ||
| Rain | SCR1 | Rain | SCR1 |
Amateur 600 Sportbike will have one compound available for front and rear plus rain tires:
| Front Diablo Super Corsa 120/70-17 | Soft (SC1) | Rear Diablo Super Corsa 180/55-17 | Hard (SC3) |
| Rain | SCR1 | Rain | SCR1 |
Sport Twins will have one compound available for front and rear plus rain tires:
| Front Supercorsa Pro 120/70-17 | Soft (SC1) | Rear Supercorsa Pro 160/60-17 | Medium (SC2) |
| Rain | SCR1 | Rain | SCR1 |
How is this monitored?
Orion will be keeping records of tires sold and installed to all National riders. Compounds will be randomly checked on machines.
National Tire Contingency
Pirelli will award the top three privateer riders in Pro Superbike and Pro 600 Sport Bike with free tires as follows and will award the top three finishers in Amateur Sport Bike and Sport Twins with free tires as follows.
Pro Superbike and Pro 600 Sportbike:
| 1st Privateer | 2 Fronts, 1 Rear |
| 2nd Privateer | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| 3rd Privateer | 1 Rear |
Amateur 600 Sportbike
| 1st Place | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| 2nd Place | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| 3rd Place | 1 Rear |
Sport Twins
| 1st Place | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| 2nd Place | 1 Rear |
| 3rd Place | 1 Front |
Can I use regional Pirelli bucks?
Yes, you can use regional Pirelli bucks (contingency certificates earned at regional races) towards the purchase of tires at National events. You must present the final Pirelli certificate at time of purchase.
Rider Requirements
All riders competing in national events must have a Pirelli patch on the front chest or lower front shoulder of racing suit. Vertical Pirelli decals in red, black or white must be placed on both sides of front forks or both fork legs. Horizontal Pirelli decals in white or black must be placed on both sides of the fairing. A smaller decal must be placed on both sides of the seat cowl tailpiece. Under this area is fine too where the bikes have a small tail. Any competitor tire reference must be removed.
Pirelli patches and decals are available from Orion at all National and Ontario/Quebec regional events. They are also available from mspeed in British Columbia and Vicious Cycle in Nova Scotia.
In order to ensure e fast, accurate service for tire installation at the track, riders are required to:- Remove any external wheel spacers, cush drives, rubbers, etc.
- Clean all wheels before they are brought for service.
- Identify all wheels with rider name and number (sticker is best on inside and outside of rim).
- Fill out spec tire order/service form.
- Factory and Pro teams should consider purpose built tire carts in order to assist with moving multiple wheels to the service area for multiple installations.
When is the tire service available?
Thursday 7AM to 7PM (wheels will not be accepted after 6PM)
Friday 7AM to 6PM (wheels will not be accepted after 5PM)
Saturday 7AM to 6PM (wheels will not be accepted after 5PM)
Sunday 7AM to 5PM
Please note that wheels must be dropped off before the designated time to guarantee fitment before 9AM the next day.
Do I need tire warmers?
Tire warmers are not an absolute must. However, they are always recommended for any track use. Proper adjustable tire warmers not only help rider safety but will also help to increase tire life and ultimate performance. We strongly recommend the Flak Jacket digital adjustable tire warmers. These are available from Orion at National and regional events or by phone order for a racer support price of $349.00.
Do I need Nitrogen?
The use of Nitrogen is cheap insurance. The problem with Nitrogen has been obtaining it. Until recently, compressed Nitrogen had to be stored in air tanks. The capacity was just too small to really depend on having it available. This has all changed.
In co-operation with Ingersoll Rand, Orion/Pirelli will now have Nitrogen available at all national races. With the help of an on-board Nitrogen generator, we will be able to produce more than enough Nitrogen to fill every tire in the pit many times over. This will ensure all riders have access to it at all times. There will be a nominal fee but the performance value is well worth the cost. For more information on the benefits of Nitrogen, please visit the Nitrogen Info page.