What tyres do you recommend?

NFS · 11-10-2008, 05:38 PM

So ... runflats or non-runflats???

What do you reckon ????

willhollin · 11-10-2008, 05:43 PM

Goodyear F1s going on tomorrow, will let you know.

SoYank · 11-10-2008, 05:48 PM

My summer tyres are Michelin Pilot Sport 2 RFT. Of course, I have those damned Bridgeston "Turanza" EL42s the car came with on during the winter.

booforty · 11-11-2008, 02:48 AM

Non-RFT PS2's for me

MOB · 11-11-2008, 03:03 AM

Non-RFT PS2 for me also - though the RFT versions are very good also IMO

booforty · 11-11-2008, 03:08 AM

Yes agree with MOB, I was very happy with the PS2 RFTs on my E90 - never had a problem with handling our ride comfort

sheps · 11-11-2008, 03:31 AM

I'm running Non-RFT PS2's.
Fantastic tyres.
Will not be going back to Run flat tyres.

SiBurt · 11-11-2008, 07:04 AM

Hi NFS

I ran a set of non-RFT Eagle F1's to replace the OE tyres after they were shredded in 10,000 miles! I based my choice on the positive tyre tests in both EVO and Autocar, but had to buy them online from Pneus as UK availability was (and still appears to be) non-existant. They are great tyres, but the rears were down to the canvas in 7,000 miles and then I couldn't get any replacements immediately. I eventually opted for Continental Sport Contact 3's, which I'm really pleased with, are reasonably priced and are available everywhere!

Si.

330cdsport · 11-11-2008, 07:07 AM

Falken 452's - Great so far.

willhollin · 11-11-2008, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SiBurt

Hi NFS

I ran a set of non-RFT Eagle F1's to replace the OE tyres after they were shredded in 10,000 miles! I based my choice on the positive tyre tests in both EVO and Autocar, but had to buy them online from Pneus as UK availability was (and still appears to be) non-existant. They are great tyres, but the rears were down to the canvas in 7,000 miles and then I couldn't get any replacements immediately. I eventually opted for Continental Sport Contact 3's, which I'm really pleased with, are reasonably priced and are available everywhere!

Si.

Were they directional or assymmetrical F1s?

SiBurt · 11-11-2008, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

Were they directional or assymmetrical F1s?

Asymmetric.

jeveryday · 11-11-2008, 07:22 AM

Michelin PS2... Had them on my previous car, loved them.

willhollin · 11-11-2008, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SiBurt

Asymmetric.

Oh cock, just had 4 put on today.

SiBurt · 11-11-2008, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

Oh cock, just had 4 put on today.

Don't be put off by me, will. They are a fantastic tyre, but I found the rears wore out a little too quick for my pocket! On a positive note, the fronts still have loads of life in them and are very grippy and positive on turn-in!

kuvesh · 11-11-2008, 08:35 AM

non-rfts.

i use continental contact sport 3. that and mich ps2 are quite common out here in my part of the world...

R4R · 11-11-2008, 09:23 AM

i'm running both types of PS2.

the RFT PS2 is about 90-95% of the standard PS2 so not so bad

i do about 30K miles a year and don't pay for my tyres (lease) but i need to keep to RFT for thise reasons.

the normal PS2 are on my 3.0 Z4 and i'm on my 3rd set of these. Bridgstones were $hite (just like on the 335d) the Pirelli P Zero Nero were good but wore out far to quickly.

dario

NFS · 11-11-2008, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SiBurt

Hi NFS

I ran a set of non-RFT Eagle F1's to replace the OE tyres after they were shredded in 10,000 miles! I based my choice on the positive tyre tests in both EVO and Autocar, but had to buy them online from Pneus as UK availability was (and still appears to be) non-existant. They are great tyres, but the rears were down to the canvas in 7,000 miles and then I couldn't get any replacements immediately. I eventually opted for Continental Sport Contact 3's, which I'm really pleased with, are reasonably priced and are available everywhere!

Si.

Thanks Si. Conti-sports could be an option.

Saw your car the other day by the way

jjbirch · 11-11-2008, 10:48 AM

i have p zeros on the back RFT and i must say i quite like them and there easy to get hold of, and look good on a alloy as the tyre wall is curved a little

View Poll Results: What do you think is the best option?
Vredestein Non-Runflat	2	6.90%
Michelin PS2 - Non-Runflat	11	37.93%
Goodyear F1 - Non-Runflat	6	20.69%
Michelin Pilot Sport - Runflat	8	27.59%
Bridgestone - Runflat	2	6.90%
Voters: 29. You may not vote on this poll

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booforty Major General 333 Rep 8,811 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	Non-RFT PS2's for me
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MOB Major 56 Rep 1,413 Posts Drives: Alpine White M2 LCI Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northants UK iTrader: (4)	Non-RFT PS2 for me also - though the RFT versions are very good also IMO __________________
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sheps Colonel 73 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	I'm running Non-RFT PS2's. Fantastic tyres. Will not be going back to Run flat tyres. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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SiBurt Private First Class 15 Rep 173 Posts Drives: AW F20 M135i AT, MPE, MPLSD Join Date: May 2007 Location: Solihull, West Midlands. iTrader: (0)	Hi NFS I ran a set of non-RFT Eagle F1's to replace the OE tyres after they were shredded in 10,000 miles! I based my choice on the positive tyre tests in both EVO and Autocar, but had to buy them online from Pneus as UK availability was (and still appears to be) non-existant. They are great tyres, but the rears were down to the canvas in 7,000 miles and then I couldn't get any replacements immediately. I eventually opted for Continental Sport Contact 3's, which I'm really pleased with, are reasonably priced and are available everywhere! Si.
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jeveryday Colonel 80 Rep 2,335 Posts Drives: 2012 535i xDrive Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Island, New York iTrader: (6)	Michelin PS2... Had them on my previous car, loved them.
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R4R First Lieutenant 19 Rep 333 Posts Drives: E89 Z4 35i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: England iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 Radical SR3 Su ... [0.00] 2005 E53 X5 3.0D [0.00] 2007 E92 335D M Spo ... [0.00] 2004 E85 Z4 3.0i SE [8.00]	i'm running both types of PS2. the RFT PS2 is about 90-95% of the standard PS2 so not so bad i do about 30K miles a year and don't pay for my tyres (lease) but i need to keep to RFT for thise reasons. the normal PS2 are on my 3.0 Z4 and i'm on my 3rd set of these. Bridgstones were $hite (just like on the 335d) the Pirelli P Zero Nero were good but wore out far to quickly. dario __________________ 35i - DCT - Most of the toys - Smart top roof module - GLF. www.onboardvision.co.uk www.gtvr.co.uk www.vehicle-launch-incar-video.co.uk
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jjbirch Banned 75 Rep 2,927 Posts Drives: E60 530D M SPORT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: england iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 320d m sport [0.00]	i have p zeros on the back RFT and i must say i quite like them and there easy to get hold of, and look good on a alloy as the tyre wall is curved a little
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