19" Runflats Bridgestone or Goodyear?

jonnyni · 10-09-2018, 02:13 PM

Hi All,

Tyres are needing replaced in next few months and I'm wanting to stick with Runflats, Currently have Bridgestone S001 fitted and was considering a change to the Eagle F1 ASY 2 but after some re search they seem prone to side wall issues? Bulges etc?

Anyone able to offer some input to help?. If the goodyear are prone to sidewall issues this could be a deciding factor.

Cheers

teaston · 10-09-2018, 02:29 PM

Goodyears all day long, leagues better that Bridgestones

r654321 · 10-09-2018, 02:40 PM

I've just had 4 new Goodyear's fitted. Kwikfit had a deal on and the price wasn't too painful.

I needed them replaced as the last service highlighted bulges on both near side wheels but my suspicion was that both had been run under inflated for a long time by the previous owner.

Had the new boots on for a week or so now and am very happy with the grip and ride.

LilStewie · 10-09-2018, 02:45 PM

+1 for Goodyear although I only have them on rear as fronts are still original Crapstones - 41k and the buggers still have 5mm left!😭. Much quieter than Bridgestones and cheaper too!

Cero ceto · 10-09-2018, 02:49 PM

Another for Goodyear. I have them on all my cars and as a bonus they are very quiet.

perryo91 · 10-09-2018, 03:17 PM

Sidewall issues? If you mean that they're too stiff, then yes. Get some mps4s

my friend you'll never look back with the grip and smooth ride.

mikeoz · 10-09-2018, 03:27 PM

Goodyear best rfts

Alscoob · 10-09-2018, 03:33 PM

Goodyear non run flats even better

& in Asymmetric 3

dizzy619 · 10-09-2018, 04:22 PM

Defo Goodyear

330Stevie · 10-10-2018, 12:57 AM

As above GY best, couldn’t believe the difference when I swapped. The only exception is wear rates where I think the BS’s are king! Probably why they are beaten in all other areas...!!

RobUK · 10-10-2018, 01:27 AM

+1 for Goodyears.

jonnyni · 10-10-2018, 02:22 AM

Thanks guys. To the above who have used the goodyears for a period of time? No side wall issues? How long have yous had them on the car? When I searched on here quite a few had mentioned it was a big weakness for them? Just don't wanna end up with a great tyre that is prone to issues and needing replaced. I wouldn't be as bothered if they where cheap.

RobUK · 10-10-2018, 02:52 AM

Been using Goodyears since late 2015 (Bridgestones before that) and in that time yes I have replaced one tyre because of a sidewall bulge. However, there was the tell-tale black rubber mark on the rim right next to where the bulge was which meant it was almost certainly a pothole attack. Prior to that I replaced a Bridgestone because of a sidewall bulge, so I wouldn't say the GYs are any better or worse.

ahmedb · 10-10-2018, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jonnyni

Thanks guys. To the above who have used the goodyears for a period of time? No side wall issues? How long have yous had them on the car? When I searched on here quite a few had mentioned it was a big weakness for them? Just don't wanna end up with a great tyre that is prone to issues and needing replaced. I wouldn't be as bothered if they where cheap.

I've had Goodyears on a few F3x cars, I haven't had any sidewall bulge issues but it is more common with GY's than with other manufacturers. I actually have a set of 20" 624m with Pirelli runflats and one of those has a bulge in it so it can happen to any tyre.

The GY's offer the best level of grip, comfort and noise reduction. Maybe you can buy through a well established tyre garage with the option of tyre insurance?

jonnyni · 10-10-2018, 06:23 AM

The only downside for me getting the goodyears is the sidewall bulge issues they seem to suffer. Maybe some more research is needed first to see if its still an issue now with them.

Russbmw · 10-10-2018, 07:51 AM

Agreed the Goodyear are way better - although that said, I too had sidewall failure on one of mine on the front of the 435 after probably hitting a pothole (say probably, as I honestly don't recall hitting anything that hard, enough to make you suspect the tyre would be buggered as a result). That was at around 2 years/10k miles, so nowhere near being worn out.

ukbeemerboy · 10-10-2018, 03:00 PM

Another for Goodyears

werewolf81 · 10-11-2018, 08:31 AM

I've been using run flats GY on our 1 series for over 2 years. No bulges, 24k miles covered in that time.

In my 4 series, I have original Bridgestones which I find quite noisy and once they wear off I'd like to replace it with something else.

AlanQS · 10-14-2018, 02:16 PM

I can compare 19" Bridgestones against 18" Goodyear runflats. I managed to get 21,000 miles out of the Bridgestones but the Good years are at 29,000 miles with still 4mm of tread left. I've had no side wall wear problems with the GY as I had with the Bridgestones and I have replaced one tyre due to side wall bulge (must have been a pothole but I don't remember any bad ones at the time). They are quieter than the Bridgestones (mind you the profiles on the GY are 40 and 45 in comparison with 30 and 35)

When I do need new tyres, it will be the same again.

Watsey · 10-14-2018, 02:38 PM

Why fit RFTs ? They're more prone to sidewall damage, more prone to shoulder wear (especially on the rears if they're staggered), can be noisy, and generally don't perform as well.

In the past 7 years and 2 BMWs (E91 and F31) I've had one sidewall bulge and one puncture - both in RFTs.

Just have Tyreweld or a Slime Kit in the car in case of a puncture.

BTW, the Bridgestone RFTs are truly awful. I'll never have them on a car again.

McBeemer · 10-15-2018, 02:26 AM

My last 320d which covered 60k in 2 years, with Goodyear runflats … had 6 tyres replaced, only partially worn, but with bulges. I've inherited Bridgestones on a new set of 704's which I bought. I've so far covered 15k on & had no issues.
It's very difficult to decide really, the Goodyear's were quieter & a bit more compliant, but I already have a set of Michelin's non run flats ready to replace the Bridgestones … their tough to wear out though !!!

Alice Coupe · 10-15-2018, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Watsey

Why fit RFTs ? They're more prone to sidewall damage, more prone to shoulder wear (especially on the rears if they're staggered), can be noisy, and generally don't perform as well.

In the past 7 years and 2 BMWs (E91 and F31) I've had one sidewall bulge and one puncture - both in RFTs.

Just have Tyreweld or a Slime Kit in the car in case of a puncture.

BTW, the Bridgestone RFTs are truly awful. I'll never have them on a car again.

I've looked at this recently. I guess it's mainly a cost perception thing. (Noting that BMW told me you cannot fit non RFT on some alloys and prices change with the wind.)

For my car, Bridgestone RFTs are expensive ~£200 a corner. You can get Goodyears for £600 a set.
If you go the non run flat route, Michelin tyres are again near £800 a set.
Also, Goodyear RFTs are quieter and more fuel efficient than non RFT if the sticker is to be believed.
Guess it's when you see £600 vs £800 people wince.

10-09-2018, 02:13 PM	#1
jonnyni Enlisted Member 5 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2012 520d Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: N.ireland iTrader: (0)	19" Runflats Bridgestone or Goodyear? Hi All, Tyres are needing replaced in next few months and I'm wanting to stick with Runflats, Currently have Bridgestone S001 fitted and was considering a change to the Eagle F1 ASY 2 but after some re search they seem prone to side wall issues? Bulges etc? Anyone able to offer some input to help?. If the goodyear are prone to sidewall issues this could be a deciding factor. Cheers
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teaston Banned 10995 Rep 32,881 Posts Drives: X3 M40d Join Date: May 2012 Location: The High Seas iTrader: (1)	Goodyears all day long, leagues better that Bridgestones
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r654321 Private First Class 39 Rep 147 Posts Drives: F31 2015 335d xDrive Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I've just had 4 new Goodyear's fitted. Kwikfit had a deal on and the price wasn't too painful. I needed them replaced as the last service highlighted bulges on both near side wheels but my suspicion was that both had been run under inflated for a long time by the previous owner. Had the new boots on for a week or so now and am very happy with the grip and ride.
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LilStewie New Member 4 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 320d m sport Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Spooner Street iTrader: (0)	+1 for Goodyear although I only have them on rear as fronts are still original Crapstones - 41k and the buggers still have 5mm left!😭. Much quieter than Bridgestones and cheaper too!
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Cero ceto First Lieutenant 86 Rep 381 Posts Drives: 335d M Sport+ Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Huntingdon iTrader: (0)	Another for Goodyear. I have them on all my cars and as a bonus they are very quiet.
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perryo91 Captain 373 Rep 937 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	Sidewall issues? If you mean that they're too stiff, then yes. Get some mps4s my friend you'll never look back with the grip and smooth ride. __________________ Hi
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mikeoz Major General 2856 Rep 5,608 Posts Drives: BMW X3 M40d LCI Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: cambs iTrader: (1)	Goodyear best rfts
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dizzy619 Major 447 Rep 1,453 Posts Drives: F31 340i Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: bedfordshire iTrader: (0)	Defo Goodyear
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330Stevie Captain 300 Rep 820 Posts Drives: G20 M340i xdrive Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: U.K. iTrader: (0)	As above GY best, couldn’t believe the difference when I swapped. The only exception is wear rates where I think the BS’s are king! Probably why they are beaten in all other areas...!!
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RobUK Brigadier General 2812 Rep 4,935 Posts Drives: 340i MPPSK Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sussex, N.Yorks, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 340i MPPSK [0.00] 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 [0.00]	+1 for Goodyears. __________________ Life is a state of mind
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jonnyni Enlisted Member 5 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2012 520d Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: N.ireland iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys. To the above who have used the goodyears for a period of time? No side wall issues? How long have yous had them on the car? When I searched on here quite a few had mentioned it was a big weakness for them? Just don't wanna end up with a great tyre that is prone to issues and needing replaced. I wouldn't be as bothered if they where cheap.
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RobUK Brigadier General 2812 Rep 4,935 Posts Drives: 340i MPPSK Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sussex, N.Yorks, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 340i MPPSK [0.00] 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 [0.00]	Been using Goodyears since late 2015 (Bridgestones before that) and in that time yes I have replaced one tyre because of a sidewall bulge. However, there was the tell-tale black rubber mark on the rim right next to where the bulge was which meant it was almost certainly a pothole attack. Prior to that I replaced a Bridgestone because of a sidewall bulge, so I wouldn't say the GYs are any better or worse. __________________ Life is a state of mind
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jonnyni Enlisted Member 5 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2012 520d Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: N.ireland iTrader: (0)	The only downside for me getting the goodyears is the sidewall bulge issues they seem to suffer. Maybe some more research is needed first to see if its still an issue now with them.
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10-10-2018, 07:51 AM	#16
Russbmw Colonel 680 Rep 2,444 Posts Drives: 2018 630iGT sport Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Caloundra, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 640i [0.00] 2014 BMW 530d GT [0.00] 2017 Kawasaki Z1000SX [0.00]	Agreed the Goodyear are way better - although that said, I too had sidewall failure on one of mine on the front of the 435 after probably hitting a pothole (say probably, as I honestly don't recall hitting anything that hard, enough to make you suspect the tyre would be buggered as a result). That was at around 2 years/10k miles, so nowhere near being worn out. __________________
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10-11-2018, 08:31 AM	#18
werewolf81 Private First Class 86 Rep 149 Posts Drives: BMW 125i Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: North Yorkshire iTrader: (0)	I've been using run flats GY on our 1 series for over 2 years. No bulges, 24k miles covered in that time. In my 4 series, I have original Bridgestones which I find quite noisy and once they wear off I'd like to replace it with something else.
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AlanQS Colonel 244 Rep 2,811 Posts Drives: Jaguar XE P250 HSE Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 430i m-sport G ... [0.00]	I can compare 19" Bridgestones against 18" Goodyear runflats. I managed to get 21,000 miles out of the Bridgestones but the Good years are at 29,000 miles with still 4mm of tread left. I've had no side wall wear problems with the GY as I had with the Bridgestones and I have replaced one tyre due to side wall bulge (must have been a pothole but I don't remember any bad ones at the time). They are quieter than the Bridgestones (mind you the profiles on the GY are 40 and 45 in comparison with 30 and 35) When I do need new tyres, it will be the same again.
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Watsey Major General 6422 Rep 8,501 Posts Drives: F31 330D sDrive M Sport Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: On sabbatical. iTrader: (1)	Why fit RFTs ? They're more prone to sidewall damage, more prone to shoulder wear (especially on the rears if they're staggered), can be noisy, and generally don't perform as well. In the past 7 years and 2 BMWs (E91 and F31) I've had one sidewall bulge and one puncture - both in RFTs. Just have Tyreweld or a Slime Kit in the car in case of a puncture. BTW, the Bridgestone RFTs are truly awful. I'll never have them on a car again. __________________ Current : F31 330sD, remapped, Ohlins Road & Track, Millway camber plates, Quaife LSD, Stoptech brakes + Pagid RSL1 pads all round, Weichers front strut brace, Eibach front & rear anti-roll bars, Michelin MP4S.
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McBeemer Lieutenant 261 Rep 548 Posts Drives: 335d Xd MSport Touring Join Date: May 2017 Location: Scotland (Nr Edinburgh) iTrader: (0)	My last 320d which covered 60k in 2 years, with Goodyear runflats … had 6 tyres replaced, only partially worn, but with bulges. I've inherited Bridgestones on a new set of 704's which I bought. I've so far covered 15k on & had no issues. It's very difficult to decide really, the Goodyear's were quieter & a bit more compliant, but I already have a set of Michelin's non run flats ready to replace the Bridgestones … their tough to wear out though !!! __________________ Current: 2017 F31 335d M Sport - Estoril Blue, ACS Sports Suspension (Springs & Dampers), Black Grill, HK Sound & some other bits'n'pieces Gone: 2015 F31 320d M Sport Xdrive Auto
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