Tire Recommendations !!
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From: Lake Jackson
My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i, Titanium Silver. Bridgestone 760s on Weds Bavaria II 18" wheels, standard sport pack size. Sport, AT. Latest job - NGK Iridium IX plugs installed.
i think Michelin Pilot sport A/S are worthy of consideration. They will last much longer than all out summer tires, are quieter and grip well enough in the dry or wet. I have them on our 325i. On the 545i I use Bridgestone RE760, it's a good tire for the price, lasts me about 30k miles and has a good, quiet ride through the first half of its tread life. I'm thinking of switching to the Michelins when these wear out, though.
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From: San Antonio
I need recommendations on tires for my '06 525i w/ sports package. currently have Sumitomo htz 11, they held up pretty well for 35000 miles wit excellent handling in dry & wet conditions. The only gripe i have about 'em is a the road noise, which to me seemed more than the OEM. I am looking for great handling summer tires with not too much road noise. Also is it better to stick with Runflats or regular tires. Thanks
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From: Qatar
My Ride: 2007 525i - 245/45 R17. Full option done at the dealer - all after market are illegal in Qatar ;-)
2007 Honda Accord
2006 Landcruiser
carry out a search by your car/tire size on www.tirerack.com You'll get a list of tires available as per your requirements (ultra high performance summer tires etc). Moreover there are personal tire reviews and tire tests carried out for the tire you wish to purchase, prices too - so finally you'll know you are getting the best tire for the money you wish to pay.
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From: Michigan
My Ride: 2004 545i,1995 M3
Model Year: 2004
...TireRack has been posting solid reviews on a newer Continental tire http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e&autoModClar=. ...
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From: San Jose, California, USA
My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
Model Year: 2008
+1 for the Continental ExtremeContact DW or DWS. Stellar tire, unbeatable for the price and getting tremendous test results and user reviews on TIreRack.
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From: Zoo York
My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
Depends on your budget.
Michelin PS2
Bridgestone RE760 or RE050 (non RFT)
Hankook V12 (softer sidewall) or Falken F452 (harder sidewall)
I've got a set of all season Continental Extreme Performance DWS tires for my "winter" set, but I'm not sure you'd need all seasons out in Cali. The DWS tires are very soft and quiet and have an outstanding wear rating. They aren't particularly great for the curvy roads.
When I go for the summer set, I'll be deciding between Bridgestones and Falkens. And it will come down to "price to wear rating" ratio in my case. But I want my summers to be the best possible handling tires and I don't mind if they are hard on the bumpy stuff - I'm getting them to run the car through curves like its nobody's business, not to chauffeur Miss Daisy
Michelin PS2
Bridgestone RE760 or RE050 (non RFT)
Hankook V12 (softer sidewall) or Falken F452 (harder sidewall)
I've got a set of all season Continental Extreme Performance DWS tires for my "winter" set, but I'm not sure you'd need all seasons out in Cali. The DWS tires are very soft and quiet and have an outstanding wear rating. They aren't particularly great for the curvy roads.
When I go for the summer set, I'll be deciding between Bridgestones and Falkens. And it will come down to "price to wear rating" ratio in my case. But I want my summers to be the best possible handling tires and I don't mind if they are hard on the bumpy stuff - I'm getting them to run the car through curves like its nobody's business, not to chauffeur Miss Daisy
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From: Dubai
Before buying check the usual symbols
For example
H means (210km)
S (180km)
T (190km)
V (240km)
Y & Z (300km)
A Hot climate
B 50/50
C cold weather
86 = 530KG
89 = 580KG
90 = 600KG
Treadwear
Highter will last longer but will effect handling
Lower wont last but they are goood for handling
Middle is fine I had used 240to260 on all my cars, never had a problem
but didn't drove on snow all my life it dosn't snow where I live hail is a disaster.
For example
H means (210km)
S (180km)
T (190km)
V (240km)
Y & Z (300km)
A Hot climate
B 50/50
C cold weather
86 = 530KG
89 = 580KG
90 = 600KG
Treadwear
Highter will last longer but will effect handling
Lower wont last but they are goood for handling
Middle is fine I had used 240to260 on all my cars, never had a problem
but didn't drove on snow all my life it dosn't snow where I live hail is a disaster.
