12-09-2012, 07:35 PM | #1 |
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Runflat tires
This has probably been discussed before, but has anyone replaced the factory tires with non runflat tires on the new 6 series? The noise is one of the few things about the ride that bothers me. I need to replace the wheels with winter wheel/tire combo. But was thinking about getting nonrunflat all season tires. This would also save me from buying a 2nd set of wheels and hopefully improve ride.
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12-09-2012, 11:49 PM | #3 |
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I'm still debating. I feel like non-RFTs would surely soften the ride some and decrease the noise. However, I really don't have an issue with my current Dunlops. The ride is comfortable enough for me, and I typically have music masking road noise. While I could probably survive without a spare at the present time, the security of the run flats is reassuring. Still haven't decided which route I'll be going.
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12-10-2012, 07:50 AM | #4 |
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I don't have any problem with the ride or noise from runflats, but I don't feel like they're as grippy as I'd like. Of course, I'm coming off a 6-speed MB C300 with summer rubber, so twice as sticky and half the weight (all numbers approximate)
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12-10-2012, 09:29 AM | #5 |
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Runflats....
Faced this same quandery recently..
After extensive research, I came up with the following conclusions: RunFlats: -Heavier tire -More costly to replace -Stick less to the road -Less of a cushion ride -Noisier -Tire insurance for them has gone high $$ -Main advantage: can keep going with a flat tire, until arriving at a station Conventional tires: -Less tire weight -More cushion ride -Better road stick/performance -If you get a flat, you are S.O.L., unless you have a flat tire kit or spare -Quiet ride (less noise) -Less cost. The M performance BMW's do not come with RFT's (at least thats my understanding); there must be a reason for this... My 2013 640i is presently on a boat headed to the US of A. Base on the above, I will remove the RFT's on arrival; and replaced them with Michellin Super sport tires + rims. At the end of the lease, will re-implant the RFT's into the car; for a tire hassle free lease-end turn in. As for what to do if I get a punched wheel? ==> will invest in a $50.00 tire sealant kit (one of those that do not do damage to the Tire sensors). Had previous expirience with RFT's, and at $500 a tire everytime you get a nail in it; this tires no longer are an apealing cash drain proposition for me. Hope you find this helpfull.. |
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12-10-2012, 11:00 AM | #7 |
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No, you dont need to change the wheels if you are getting 20" tires; as long as the rims are 20". I'm changing rims and tires due to the fact that the stock wheels are 18", and I will be going to 19" rims and tires. Didnt see the need to spend more money for the 19" rims and runflats ($1300 option);since I'm not particularly fond of the 19" rim styles that come OEM.
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12-10-2012, 01:44 PM | #10 |
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My 640d GC is running on 20" M Performance wheels with Pirelli P Zero non run flat tires. It makes the car run more comfortable and it also corners much better! Without run flat you discover what a beautiful ride the 6 series is. The run flat tires mashes up the whole ride!!!!!
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12-10-2012, 02:43 PM | #11 |
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I have tried Dunlop, Bridgestone and Michelin RFT's. Hated the road noise and bumpy ride for all of them but liked the peace of mind of not having to worry about a flat. Finally discovered that the Pirelli PZeros have superior road-handling and were the most quiet and comfortable for RFT's. Have been using them for all my bimmers ever since.
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By the way what is your plan for a flat? |
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At least that's the plan... |
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