Non RFT voiding insurance

Breville · 12-18-2008, 06:34 PM

Has anyone heard of such a thing? I'm going to need new tyres after my next track day in January and was wondering what others heard.

MikeVictor · 12-18-2008, 07:02 PM

I would have thought it doesn't matter what tyres are fitted as long as the dimensions are the same as the OEM fitment?

Guran · 12-18-2008, 10:48 PM

Provided that you've fitted a tyre size as specified on the placard, with the correct minimum speed/load rating, then my understanding is that it doesn't matter whether you've got runflats or regulars. But it's best to talk to your insurer Duncan. Different insurers have different policies wrt modifying from stock (NRMA springs to mind here).

Breville · 12-18-2008, 11:05 PM

I'm with Allianz via BMW so I'll call them on Monday. I was just concerned as I'm not going to risk my coverage.

Swift135 · 12-21-2008, 06:47 AM

I just told Suncorp that I have replaced my tyres with non runflats, they noted it on the policy and sent me a copy of the updated changes for my records.

takahashi · 12-21-2008, 07:42 AM

It may be considered as a modification. As long as you notify the insurance, and they write them in black and white. Then it is ok.

As said above, the load rating is most crucial and if it is higher or equal to the RFT, then it is ok.

I am about to order the car and order some RE11 for them. I will carry glue just in case.

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Breville Scum in the sun 30 Rep 938 Posts Drives: 135i Coupe TiAg Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Syndey iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i Coupe [0.00]	Non RFT voiding insurance Has anyone heard of such a thing? I'm going to need new tyres after my next track day in January and was wondering what others heard. __________________ One should love animals. They are so tasty.
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MikeVictor Brigadier General 210 Rep 3,288 Posts Drives: anything given a chance Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: .au iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 Mazda ND MX-5 [10.00]	I would have thought it doesn't matter what tyres are fitted as long as the dimensions are the same as the OEM fitment?
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Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	Provided that you've fitted a tyre size as specified on the placard, with the correct minimum speed/load rating, then my understanding is that it doesn't matter whether you've got runflats or regulars. But it's best to talk to your insurer Duncan. Different insurers have different policies wrt modifying from stock (NRMA springs to mind here). __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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Breville Scum in the sun 30 Rep 938 Posts Drives: 135i Coupe TiAg Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Syndey iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i Coupe [0.00]	I'm with Allianz via BMW so I'll call them on Monday. I was just concerned as I'm not going to risk my coverage. __________________ One should love animals. They are so tasty.
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12-21-2008, 06:47 AM	#5
Swift135 Lieutenant 23 Rep 453 Posts Drives: 330d, M3 DCT E92 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	I just told Suncorp that I have replaced my tyres with non runflats, they noted it on the policy and sent me a copy of the updated changes for my records. __________________
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12-21-2008, 07:42 AM	#6
takahashi Retired trackie 36 Rep 1,527 Posts Drives: 1///M Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	It may be considered as a modification. As long as you notify the insurance, and they write them in black and white. Then it is ok. As said above, the load rating is most crucial and if it is higher or equal to the RFT, then it is ok. I am about to order the car and order some RE11 for them. I will carry glue just in case. __________________ TAKA 一仔BLOGブログ: BMW 1 series M 2011! Delivered 18/11/11.
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