Suggestions for new tires?

M340i Pride · 03-17-2011, 12:46 PM

We all know that Bridgestone RFT's are not that great for the ride quality and potholes eat them for breakfast lunch and dinner... AND they cost a freakin' FORTUNE to replace!

although all four RFT on my e90 335i is still pretty much brand new, I want to replace them with affordable non-oem tires that can make my car ride smoother and softer... also, I dont want to make desperate turn manuvers to avoid potholes in the streets of LA... yes, i am deathly afraid of them! (so should all of us with RFT's)

anyone who has gotten non-oem tires? please share the model, cost and the experience! thank you.

FVM3 · 03-17-2011, 12:48 PM

michelin

Bamaben · 03-17-2011, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwpride335i

We all know that Bridgestone RFT's are not that great for the ride quality and potholes eat them for breakfast lunch and dinner... AND they cost a freakin' FORTUNE to replace!

although all four RFT on my e90 335i is still pretty much brand new, I want to replace them with affordable non-oem tires that can make my car ride smoother and softer... also, I dont want to make desperate turn manuvers to avoid potholes in the streets of LA... yes, i am deathly afraid of them! (so should all of us with RFT's)

anyone who has gotten non-oem tires? please share the model, cost and the experience! thank you.

mine has the Bridgestone RFT and I don't hate them. I love the stiff ride and quick turnin. I was almost decided to go cheap and get the Conti DWs but after reading about them I decided I'll spend the big bucks and go with the
PS2s because there is no way I'd be happy with a bunch of roll and sloppy turn in just to save a few bucks a month.

Fredo · 03-17-2011, 12:57 PM

I got the "Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus" two weeks ago. The set was $1,100 at Discount Tire. They had a $70 rebate, it has ended, but they offer it several times per year.

Big difference on the ride, it's very quiet now. My car has the sports package and I still feel the stiff suspension, but not as harsh as before.

Edward · 03-17-2011, 01:09 PM

I've had two sets of PS2's on my E46 and I've never experienced a better overall tire from grip, looks, to wear rate. I'm not sure that I'll ditch my RFTs either because I've gotten used to the Pirelli P-zero RFTs that came on my stock 19s. I'll probably get these again because performance-wise they are plenty good and the sidewall shape is amazing. Anything really, is better than those awful 18" Bridgestone RFTs that almost every 335i sports.

Bimmer This · 03-17-2011, 01:10 PM

Get some Nitto NT05's!

M340i Pride · 03-17-2011, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bamaben

mine has the Bridgestone RFT and I don't hate them. I love the stiff ride and quick turnin. I was almost decided to go cheap and get the Conti DWs but after reading about them I decided I'll spend the big bucks and go with the
PS2s because there is no way I'd be happy with a bunch of roll and sloppy turn in just to save a few bucks a month.

its true that they are high performance and turn really well. some even might say amazing. but like i said above one pot hole hit hard and poof! rupture and 400 bucks for a new one... they go too easily.

Tom K. · 03-17-2011, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwpride335i

We all know that Bridgestone RFT's are not that great for the ride quality and potholes eat them for breakfast lunch and dinner... AND they cost a freakin' FORTUNE to replace!

although all four RFT on my e90 335i is still pretty much brand new, I want to replace them with affordable non-oem tires that can make my car ride smoother and softer... also, I dont want to make desperate turn manuvers to avoid potholes in the streets of LA... yes, i am deathly afraid of them! (so should all of us with RFT's)

anyone who has gotten non-oem tires? please share the model, cost and the experience! thank you.

Unless the $$$ is burning a hole in your pocket, keep your OEM tires until at least the rears wear out.

Then if you want the softest ride, I'd recommend the Conti Extreme DWS - a non RFT all-season tire (throw a 12v compressor & plug kit in the trunk). Your handling won't be as sharp but the ride and traction are very good. Also, the cost is quite low, given the quality & tread wear rating.

But you'll still need to avoid the potholes as the problem isn't just the RFTs - it's mainly the 18" wheels and narrow sidewalls.

Tom

bimmer_335 · 03-17-2011, 01:25 PM

Continental DWS

I reviewed 'em here... http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422905

Tom K. · 03-17-2011, 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer_335

Continental DWS

I reviewed 'em here... http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422905

Just read your review. Although I had the SportContact2 tires on an E46 and the DWS rubber on a 128i, I'd agree with your opinions.

And regarding cost, for 4 staggered 17" DWS, I paid $600 - including mounting, balancing and taxes (albeit with a BMWCCA discount)!

Tom

nogard13 · 03-17-2011, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom K.

Unless the $$$ is burning a hole in your pocket, keep your OEM tires until at least the rears wear out.

Then if you want the softest ride, I'd recommend the Conti Extreme DWS - a non RFT all-season tire (throw a 12v compressor & plug kit in the trunk). Your handling won't be as sharp but the ride and traction are very good. Also, the cost is quite low, given the quality & tread wear rating.

But you'll still need to avoid the potholes as the problem isn't just the RFTs - it's mainly the 18" wheels and narrow sidewalls.

Tom

Totally agree. I have them on mine and they are great tires. They're quiet, offer very good handling/grip, and are affordable. Unless you're tracking the car, these tires will be more than sufficient.

mikracer · 03-17-2011, 02:07 PM

Hankook Ventus V12's are the best bang for the buck. They get great reviews and are really affordable.

The HACK · 03-17-2011, 02:07 PM

Hoosier R6.

blacknbean · 03-17-2011, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer_335

Continental DWS

I reviewed 'em here... http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422905

just switched to the DW and all the rattles in my car when away and its smooth as glass...i love it! best mod ive ever done on this car!

NFS13 · 03-17-2011, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mikracer

Hankook Ventus V12's are the best bang for the buck. They get great reviews and are really affordable.

+1 running them on my 335 now and have had them on my previous R8.

Toker335i · 03-17-2011, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by NFS13

+1 running them on my 335 now and have had them on my previous R8.

R8 to 335?

Btw. Hankook V12 are the shieeetttt

31 Hz · 03-17-2011, 02:23 PM

I've still got the Bridgestone RFTs installed, yecch. Do all RFTs track pavement irregularities as closely as the Bridgestones? These tires really seem to follow the slightest grooves in the road.

Bcube · 03-17-2011, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwpride335i

We all know that Bridgestone RFT's are not that great for the ride quality and potholes eat them for breakfast lunch and dinner... AND they cost a freakin' FORTUNE to replace!

although all four RFT on my e90 335i is still pretty much brand new, I want to replace them with affordable non-oem tires that can make my car ride smoother and softer... also, I dont want to make desperate turn manuvers to avoid potholes in the streets of LA... yes, i am deathly afraid of them! (so should all of us with RFT's)

anyone who has gotten non-oem tires? please share the model, cost and the experience! thank you.

As steering feel is not your primary goal, then I recommend Hankook V12. They're inexpensive and give decent tread life for a summer only tire. (I don't know which tire option you have.) For comfort and ride quality, these are one of the top rated tires reviewed. And they are a pretty decent rain tire too - not as good as the Conti's DW, which are considered the best for wet weather.

Currently I run Vredsteins Ultra Sessanta for our wet season due to their great anti-hydroplaning qualities, and then will switch to a better dry ultra-summer tire in a few months.

During my 2007 BMW ownership, I have experiences with Nitto Invos, (I like), Nitto NT555 (I don't like), Pirelli PZero RFTs (best RFT i've driven), the a fore mentioned Hankooks (I don't like on my BMW, but I do have them on another GT car which is working well), and may try Bridgestone RE-11 soon.

I personally don't see a need for Cont DWS All seasons for 80 degree sunny days, but perhaps they have more tread life than the summers, if that is a concern.

chromisdesigns · 03-17-2011, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fredo

I got the "Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus" two weeks ago. The set was $1,100 at Discount Tire. They had a $70 rebate, it has ended, but they offer it several times per year.

Big difference on the ride, it's very quiet now. My car has the sports package and I still feel the stiff suspension, but not as harsh as before.

Plus one for these, we have about 5K miles on them now, no regrets at all switching from the run-craps.

NFS13 · 03-17-2011, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toker335i

R8 to 335?

Btw. Hankook V12 are the shieeetttt

DD = BMW
NFS = R8 : )

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