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Old 03-10-2014, 05:00 PM
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question .... I Just picked up some 166 style OEM M5 wheels for my 06 525i with sports package. Anyone have any idea what kind of tire size I can run on these wheels ?

Just wondering if the sports suspension has any effect on the tire size I could run on these wheels.
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Welcome to the forums.

These are the recommended tire sizes.

245/35/19 and 275/30/19
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Thank you very much!
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I had those tires and they offer no protection for your rims so you have to be extra careful. just my .2 cents
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I will take that into consideration.... Thank you
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can't you use m5 specs tyres 255/40/19 and 285/35/19 will it affect speed readings? comfort ride would be slightly better on highier profile tyres

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Originally Posted by bmwrider2010
can't you use m5 specs tyres 255/40/19 and 285/35/19 will it affect speed readings? comfort ride would be slightly better on highier profile tyres
Some forum members have reported using the stock M5 Tire sizes and reported no issues. However the general consensus is they can rub. At one time I had the OEM 166's with the recommended tire size listed above and had no issues. As with any low profile tire setup, you need to exercise caution.
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