Run Flat Tyres test by Fifth Gear TV show
05-30-2009, 03:20 PM
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Thanks for uploading the vid! I agree with you.
05-31-2009, 09:53 AM
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My Ride: 06' 530xi E61 Saphire Black / Dakota Black - aluminum
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I have driven on both and as much as I don't really have major complaint about the RFT's (had 18's and 19's) the ride quality is better without them no doubt. I currently run 19' non RFT tires on my 335i.
05-31-2009, 10:02 AM
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My run flats are still brand new in storage. I think I have about 500 miles or less on them.
05-31-2009, 10:37 AM
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I love RTF's they've saved me a few times from highspeed blowouts. I would never change back to the standard tyres again.
My rear tyres have are nearly at the limits now and I will be getting some more, just not sure what make to go with this time around.
My rear tyres have are nearly at the limits now and I will be getting some more, just not sure what make to go with this time around.
05-31-2009, 12:45 PM
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Again the primary v secondary safety arguement.
Runflats will give you grater protection in the event of a blowout - secondary safety.
Primary safety - non runflats give better grip and handling so less likely to have an accident through this means.
many people seem to experience more punctures in runflats that normal tyres, me included.
12000 miles on runflats 2 punctures.
50000 miles on standard ttres -no punctures.
You make your own choice
Runflats will give you grater protection in the event of a blowout - secondary safety.
Primary safety - non runflats give better grip and handling so less likely to have an accident through this means.
many people seem to experience more punctures in runflats that normal tyres, me included.
12000 miles on runflats 2 punctures.
50000 miles on standard ttres -no punctures.
You make your own choice
05-31-2009, 05:47 PM
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Well, let me add some gas to the fire: I just bought and installed a set of non-RFT Continentals. I am going to a BMW meet on June 6th, so I decided to run it with RFTs in the front and regular tires in the back to test the control and reliability. From what it looks like, these tires will have to be working mighty hard, as we're going for a lengthy drive through mountain road and the weather will likely be in the 80s F. My RFTs are most likely coming back after the drive, but the initial impression from having driven the car a few miles after the Contis were installed is UN-BE-LIEVABLE! The difference in comfort - and I'd say handling too, actually! - is so tremendous, that if I had to get new tires today, I would not even hesitate and get the regular tires. Let's see how I feel about it in a week... 
05-31-2009, 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by v_therussian' post='896063' date='May 31 2009, 09:47 PM
Well, let me add some gas to the fire: I just bought and installed a set of non-RFT Continentals...
06-02-2009, 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by v_therussian' post='896307' date='Jun 1 2009, 01:24 AM
CORRECTION: I bought and installed a pair of Contis - not a full set.
Anyone tried the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 ZP ($289 w/o road hazard, $324 with road hazard). With RFTs, would one still need road hazard insurance?
06-02-2009, 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by low_ball_88' post='898052' date='Jun 2 2009, 02:25 PM
What type of Conti's are they? Still deciding on RFT or not since I do not have a spare tire. What would you do if you had no spare and you have a leak from a nail?
Anyone tried the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 ZP ($289 w/o road hazard, $324 with road hazard). With RFTs, would one still need road hazard insurance?
Anyone tried the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 ZP ($289 w/o road hazard, $324 with road hazard). With RFTs, would one still need road hazard insurance?
06-02-2009, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by ssibaroma' post='898079' date='Jun 2 2009, 02:46 PM
IMO, it is wiser to get road hazard insurance for RFTs couple of reasons. Well, vendors or retailers will not try to repair the puncture on RFTs depending on manufacturer or model. eg) Pirelli' s P Zero RFTs can not be repaired as the manufacturer states they r unrepairable. ( technically you could try to repair it but the shop will likely refuse to do so ). Dunlop allows only one time repair on rfts with puncture. If you get the road hazard insurance then the vendor will just replace the damaged tire for free.