Long lasting Run Flat tires

eunos33 · 09-10-2012, 08:09 AM

ANy recommendations on Run flats other than the OEM? The OEM dont seem to last. Im putting like 80 miles a day except for weekends. Around 2k a month a little bit less. These tires seem to be disentigrating. I dont do track, I try to keep it between 60-80 on the highway. ANy help will be appreciated,Thanks!

benzo23 · 09-10-2012, 10:58 AM

Michelin runflats lasted on my friends car 20-25kmiles

chromisdesigns · 09-10-2012, 02:35 PM

Some here have claimed 30K on OEM tires, but I think they are smoking something!

More likely is 20-25K, especially rears. My OEM rears were toast at 22K. Fronts didn't have much further to go.

You should be aware that the ultra-high performance summer regular tires don't do much better -- I used to get MAYBE 25K on rears with Michelin Pilot Super Sports on my M3, depending on how much my wife drove it (worse with her, she's got a lead foot!). Fronts went about 30K before they were done, typically.

Tom K. · 09-10-2012, 03:13 PM

If the OP has the sport package and is buying performance summer tires, they won't last long whether RFT or not.

Among the RFT all-seasons, the Conti SSRs seem to have decent longevity as do the newer Bridgestone EL42s - but the EL42's are very expensive relative to their performance.

Also, the new Bridgestone 960 A/S RFTs are worth investigating.

Tom

Neutrino45 · 09-10-2012, 10:19 PM

I've gone through 2 sets of potenza re050a ii. First set lasted 31k. Second set lasted 36k! I drive slightly more aggressive than average drivers.

EVO_S4 · 09-10-2012, 10:41 PM

30K on my also but it was toast

TitanLH8 · 09-10-2012, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by EVO_S4

30K on my also but it was toast

+1

Gary@TireRack · 09-11-2012, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by eunos33

ANy recommendations on Run flats other than the OEM? The OEM dont seem to last. Im putting like 80 miles a day except for weekends. Around 2k a month a little bit less. These tires seem to be disentigrating. I dont do track, I try to keep it between 60-80 on the highway. ANy help will be appreciated,Thanks!

What tire size (s) are you using?

ThomasTang · 08-16-2014, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by benzo23

Michelin runflats lasted on my friends car 20-25kmiles

My Michelin RunFlat, doesn't last at all, first one busted at 8K, second one 15K.
And Michelin PS2 ZP doesn't offer Road-Hazard at most tire place, there's reason for that doesn't it?

Trying out the Bridgestone RE960 RFT All-Season, so far so good. (Up to 8K now)

GenEricOne · 08-16-2014, 09:36 PM

The Conti RFT's seem to last longer than the Bridgestone's.

328inOR · 08-30-2014, 04:36 PM

Bridgestone just released their new Driveguard tire. I have installed them on several BMW's at work and people seem to like them so far. I believe they have a 50k mile warranty.

Dark_Knight_335 · 08-31-2014, 11:36 AM

No run flats will "last", just by the very nature of their composite make up. If you want long-lasting tires, buy a set of Michelin Defenders

ARGGHHHH....damn zombie thread revivals!

originalwesdogg · 09-01-2014, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 328inOR

Bridgestone just released their new Driveguard tire. I have installed them on several BMW's at work and people seem to like them so far. I believe they have a 50k mile warranty.

This tire was recommended by my garage. It lists as a touring tire not performance. I drive a 2006 330i with sport package. I need an all season tire, below freezing temps but typically no snow. Given the difference in price I think I know the answer to this question, but I'll ask anyway: How does it perform compared to Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Ultra High Performance All-Season?

Front: 225/40RF18
Rear: 255/35RF18

Gary@TireRack · 09-02-2014, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by originalwesdogg

This tire was recommended by my garage. It lists as a touring tire not performance. I drive a 2006 330i with sport package. I need an all season tire, below freezing temps but typically no snow. Given the difference in price I think I know the answer to this question, but I'll ask anyway: How does it perform compared to Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Ultra High Performance All-Season?

Front: 225/40RF18
Rear: 255/35RF18

The Driveguard is a step down in dry grip and steering response compared to the RE960A/S RFT, but would have a smoother and quieter ride with longer wear and better wet/snow traction.

Tires http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...ires/index.jsp

nycbr · 09-08-2014, 10:55 AM

I have 45k on the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Ultra High Performance All-Season tires and there is at least 5-10k life left. Cant say enough good things about these tires - I think they are the best RFT replacements out there.

originalwesdogg · 09-11-2014, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by nycbr

I have 45k on the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Ultra High Performance All-Season tires and there is at least 5-10k life left. Cant say enough good things about these tires - I think they are the best RFT replacements out there.

I realize my driving style / conditions may or may not reflect the mileage that you were able to achieve, but is the best information about any of the tires I have been considering. These are the tires that I will be getting. Thanks for the information.

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chromisdesigns Lieutenant Colonel 45 Rep 1,754 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i sedan Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (0)	Some here have claimed 30K on OEM tires, but I think they are smoking something! More likely is 20-25K, especially rears. My OEM rears were toast at 22K. Fronts didn't have much further to go. You should be aware that the ultra-high performance summer regular tires don't do much better -- I used to get MAYBE 25K on rears with Michelin Pilot Super Sports on my M3, depending on how much my wife drove it (worse with her, she's got a lead foot!). Fronts went about 30K before they were done, typically.
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Tom K. Major General 124 Rep 5,627 Posts Drives: '07 328iT, '13 Boxster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	If the OP has the sport package and is buying performance summer tires, they won't last long whether RFT or not. Among the RFT all-seasons, the Conti SSRs seem to have decent longevity as do the newer Bridgestone EL42s - but the EL42's are very expensive relative to their performance. Also, the new Bridgestone 960 A/S RFTs are worth investigating. Tom
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Neutrino45 Major 62 Rep 1,452 Posts Drives: XXX Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: milky way iTrader: (2)	I've gone through 2 sets of potenza re050a ii. First set lasted 31k. Second set lasted 36k! I drive slightly more aggressive than average drivers. __________________
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EVO_S4 Colonel 117 Rep 2,232 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: TN iTrader: (28) Garage List 2016 BMW M3 [0.00] 2009 BMW [8.24]	30K on my also but it was toast __________________ 2016 M3 2016 Audi Q5 3.0T
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GenEricOne New Member 0 Rep 24 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	The Conti RFT's seem to last longer than the Bridgestone's.
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328inOR Private 17 Rep 54 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Clackamas, OR iTrader: (0)	Bridgestone just released their new Driveguard tire. I have installed them on several BMW's at work and people seem to like them so far. I believe they have a 50k mile warranty.
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nycbr First Lieutenant 95 Rep 338 Posts Drives: 2008 TiAg 328xi Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: nu yawk iTrader: (0)	I have 45k on the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Ultra High Performance All-Season tires and there is at least 5-10k life left. Cant say enough good things about these tires - I think they are the best RFT replacements out there.
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