Tire Recommendations

Josh (PA) · 05-11-2015, 02:42 PM

I have a 2011 e88 135 w/ M-Sport. Car currently has Pirelli P-Zero RFTs on the stock style 372 wheels: Front: 215/40-18 Rear: 245/35-18.

I'd like to stay with RFTs but am having trouble finding tires that exist as RFTs in the OEM size both on Tire Rack and at my local tire store.

What are people running here? I was planning on cost comparing PSS with Conti- Extreme DW. I've had great luck in the past w/ sets of DW on my m5 and m3. They have great performance for the price. PSS would be my preferred option if the price isn't ridiculous.

Thanks,
Josh

MightyMouseTech · 05-11-2015, 03:08 PM

PSS is the tire of choice.

delta-9-ginseng · 05-11-2015, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

PSS is the tire of choice.

+1

PSS = Michelin Pilot Super Sport

ShocknAwe · 05-11-2015, 03:35 PM

On this car I have been through: Pzero Nero, MPSS, Kumho Ecsta, Hankook V12, Vredestein Sessanta & Vorti.

Kumhos I had dismounted and gave them back. Absolutely shit tire. Hankooks were good, but too soft. Perellis were excellent, but couldn't find in the sizes that I wanted to try when I changed my wheels. MPSS was on par with the Vreds, but too expensive for what they offer IMO. I would really like to try the new Hankook tire, but happy with what I have on the car now.

Favorites were the Vredesteins. Currently have Vorti on front and Sessanta on rear. Next will have the Vorti R on rear and regular Vorti up front. Standard Vorti did not have enough grip for the rear.

Josh (PA) · 05-11-2015, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by delta-9-ginseng

+1

PSS = Michelin Pilot Super Sport

Where did you guys find them in Run Flats? I haven't been able to locate RFT versions of either the PSS or the Conti Extreme DW tires anywhere in the OEM 215 / 245 sizes

ShocknAwe · 05-11-2015, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh (PA)

Where did you guys find them in Run Flats? I haven't been able to locate RFT versions of either the PSS or the Conti Extreme DW tires anywhere in the OEM 215 / 245 sizes

Most folks are using Non RFTs. Join the club.

TheCaptain · 05-11-2015, 05:07 PM

Neither of those come in run flats. Why do you want RFTs? If you don't have BMW roadside service you probably have it with your auto insurance. Most people with no spare and no RFTs just calls roadside service if you get a flat. You can also carry a 12v compressor if you get a slow leak from a nail on the road.

I was very happy with the conti DWs, I do not like the hankook v12s. I never tried PSS because I've always found other stuff way cheaper on sale at tirerack but PSS are standard to which other tires are compared for our car.

Nemco · 05-11-2015, 05:12 PM

Looks like 3 runflat options for you at TireRack, Bridgestone, Pirelli, Dunlop:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...SortCode=53950

Vigilante375 · 05-11-2015, 05:15 PM

Once you go non-run flat, you'll never look back.

mike@x-ph.com · 05-11-2015, 06:44 PM

+1 for PSS

Josh (PA) · 05-12-2015, 06:53 AM

Thanks All,
The tirerack list is the one I saw posted, and really doesn't have anything interesting on it.

Is there a spare kit option that anyone carries with them? While I'd prefer the softer sidewall and better performance of non-RFT, I've had the car for a little over a year, and already had a flat on one tire and now have a huge bubble in another... Thanks PA roads and potholes. I'm not really interested in sitting by the side of the road for an hour waiting for roadside assistance to come, and if they do and you don't have a spare what's the point? Do you just get towed somewhere?
We have a place in NY that we drive to most weekends, and it would suck to get stuck half way between here and there and have to figure out what to do.

amsnow440 · 05-12-2015, 07:23 AM

Forgive me if I missed it but are you 100% set on stock tire sizes? 225/255 offers significantly more options.

david in germany · 05-12-2015, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vigilante375

Once you go non-run flat, you'll never look back.

I go back and forth.

I am running Nexen Su-1 staggered sets on both my 335i and my 118i. The tire is sticky, smooth and has been great wet and dry. on my wifes 328I I am running Conti Sportcontact 5, SSR staggered in 17" and they are a great riding RF.

lowbudgethero · 05-12-2015, 07:48 AM

I just carry a full size spare (front wheel) for long trips and the m mobility kit for my normal commute

it also helps that i have a 2nd and 3rd car

MightyMouseTech · 05-12-2015, 07:54 AM

For peace of mind, get the BMW mobility kit.

Lots of cars these days come without a spare and no RFT's.

Josh (PA) · 05-12-2015, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amsnow440

Forgive me if I missed it but are you 100% set on stock tire sizes? 225/255 offers significantly more options.

Do they fit on the stock wheels without mounting or rubbing issues? What's the downside?

lowbudgethero · 05-12-2015, 08:25 AM

225/255 shouldn't rub on stock suspension, there isnt really a downside

NorthernDancer · 05-12-2015, 09:06 AM

Just changed from Pirelli RFTs to Michelin PSS (bought used right here) and the difference is huge. I carry a Slime mobility kit.

Dilmorecg · 05-12-2015, 02:40 PM

I am running MPSS's and they are great. Recently switched from runflats.

RoundelM3 · 05-12-2015, 03:34 PM

Continental Extreme Contact DW non-runflat; 225-40/18 F, 255-35/18 R; BMW M-mobility kit in trunk. Lower cost than Michelins, longer tread life, great ride and handling.

litebulb · 05-12-2015, 06:24 PM

I changed to MPSS last week and it's night and day.

PA135i · 05-12-2015, 07:39 PM

Running Bridgestone S-04 Pole Positions in 225 / 255 setup. Good bang for the buck and tested 2nd to PSS for a lot less $. Check the reviews on Tirerack.com
Had Conti DW's before and liked them also, along with the price.

05-11-2015, 02:42 PM	#1
Josh (PA) Banned 230 Rep 265 Posts Drives: '11 135 vert, '13 x5, '03 e46 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Downingtown, PA iTrader: (0)	Tire Recommendations I have a 2011 e88 135 w/ M-Sport. Car currently has Pirelli P-Zero RFTs on the stock style 372 wheels: Front: 215/40-18 Rear: 245/35-18. I'd like to stay with RFTs but am having trouble finding tires that exist as RFTs in the OEM size both on Tire Rack and at my local tire store. What are people running here? I was planning on cost comparing PSS with Conti- Extreme DW. I've had great luck in the past w/ sets of DW on my m5 and m3. They have great performance for the price. PSS would be my preferred option if the price isn't ridiculous. Thanks, Josh
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05-11-2015, 03:08 PM	#2
MightyMouseTech Major General 4338 Rep 6,196 Posts Drives: 13 135i 6MT LeMans Blue MSport Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (0)	PSS is the tire of choice.
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05-11-2015, 03:35 PM	#4
ShocknAwe 1Addict 3233 Rep 7,893 Posts Drives: E82 Mutt, M57 Truck Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Charleston iTrader: (22)	On this car I have been through: Pzero Nero, MPSS, Kumho Ecsta, Hankook V12, Vredestein Sessanta & Vorti. Kumhos I had dismounted and gave them back. Absolutely shit tire. Hankooks were good, but too soft. Perellis were excellent, but couldn't find in the sizes that I wanted to try when I changed my wheels. MPSS was on par with the Vreds, but too expensive for what they offer IMO. I would really like to try the new Hankook tire, but happy with what I have on the car now. Favorites were the Vredesteins. Currently have Vorti on front and Sessanta on rear. Next will have the Vorti R on rear and regular Vorti up front. Standard Vorti did not have enough grip for the rear. __________________ 2010 135i 6MT Jet Black N54/3 FE82 Mutt \| BUILD THREAD \| GARAGE SALE
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05-11-2015, 05:07 PM	#7
TheCaptain Second Lieutenant 65 Rep 275 Posts Drives: m235i x 'vert Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Neither of those come in run flats. Why do you want RFTs? If you don't have BMW roadside service you probably have it with your auto insurance. Most people with no spare and no RFTs just calls roadside service if you get a flat. You can also carry a 12v compressor if you get a slow leak from a nail on the road. I was very happy with the conti DWs, I do not like the hankook v12s. I never tried PSS because I've always found other stuff way cheaper on sale at tirerack but PSS are standard to which other tires are compared for our car.
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05-11-2015, 05:12 PM	#8
Nemco Private 11 Rep 76 Posts Drives: 135is #361/586 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Looks like 3 runflat options for you at TireRack, Bridgestone, Pirelli, Dunlop: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...SortCode=53950
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05-11-2015, 05:15 PM	#9
Vigilante375 Major 116 Rep 1,158 Posts Drives: 2012 AW 6M 135i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	Once you go non-run flat, you'll never look back.
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05-11-2015, 06:44 PM	#10
mike@x-ph.com Joint Chiefs of Staff 24163 Rep 190,725 Posts Drives: 07-335/12-328/18-M4/21-M4CP Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (23)	+1 for PSS __________________ Check out our current sale by clicking on this link! https://x-ph.com/sale/ Phone number 702-494-9435
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05-12-2015, 06:53 AM	#11
Josh (PA) Banned 230 Rep 265 Posts Drives: '11 135 vert, '13 x5, '03 e46 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Downingtown, PA iTrader: (0)	Thanks All, The tirerack list is the one I saw posted, and really doesn't have anything interesting on it. Is there a spare kit option that anyone carries with them? While I'd prefer the softer sidewall and better performance of non-RFT, I've had the car for a little over a year, and already had a flat on one tire and now have a huge bubble in another... Thanks PA roads and potholes. I'm not really interested in sitting by the side of the road for an hour waiting for roadside assistance to come, and if they do and you don't have a spare what's the point? Do you just get towed somewhere? We have a place in NY that we drive to most weekends, and it would suck to get stuck half way between here and there and have to figure out what to do.
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05-12-2015, 07:23 AM	#12
amsnow440 Olmec's Temple Guard 80 Rep 217 Posts Drives: 2010 135i 6MT, 05 Legacy GT Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Lebanon, NJ iTrader: (0)	Forgive me if I missed it but are you 100% set on stock tire sizes? 225/255 offers significantly more options. __________________ 2010 135i 6MT Jet Black M-Sport
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05-12-2015, 07:48 AM	#14
lowbudgethero Captain 125 Rep 750 Posts Drives: '98 Z3M (gone), '09 135i Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: 908 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [8.50]	I just carry a full size spare (front wheel) for long trips and the m mobility kit for my normal commute it also helps that i have a 2nd and 3rd car
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05-12-2015, 07:54 AM	#15
MightyMouseTech Major General 4338 Rep 6,196 Posts Drives: 13 135i 6MT LeMans Blue MSport Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (0)	For peace of mind, get the BMW mobility kit. Lots of cars these days come without a spare and no RFT's.
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05-12-2015, 08:25 AM	#17
lowbudgethero Captain 125 Rep 750 Posts Drives: '98 Z3M (gone), '09 135i Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: 908 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [8.50]	225/255 shouldn't rub on stock suspension, there isnt really a downside
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05-12-2015, 09:06 AM	#18
NorthernDancer Colonel 848 Rep 2,276 Posts Drives: 08 Sedona 128 & 06 330xiT 6MT Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa On Canada iTrader: (3)	Just changed from Pirelli RFTs to Michelin PSS (bought used right here) and the difference is huge. I carry a Slime mobility kit.
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05-12-2015, 02:40 PM	#19
Dilmorecg Second Lieutenant 115 Rep 256 Posts Drives: 2014 X5 50i Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Gig Harbor, WA iTrader: (1)	I am running MPSS's and they are great. Recently switched from runflats. __________________ 2014 X5 50i
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05-12-2015, 03:34 PM	#20
RoundelM3 Major General 1835 Rep 6,989 Posts Drives: 15 F80 M3, 22 G01 X3 30i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clayton, NC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2022 BMW X3 [9.83] 2015 BMW M3 [6.50]	Continental Extreme Contact DW non-runflat; 225-40/18 F, 255-35/18 R; BMW M-mobility kit in trunk. Lower cost than Michelins, longer tread life, great ride and handling. __________________ 2015 F80 ///M3 Sedan 7DCT Tanzanite, 2022 X3 sDrive30i 8AT Brooklyn Grey
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05-12-2015, 06:24 PM	#21
litebulb Captain 68 Rep 627 Posts Drives: '09 E88 135i M-Sport/6MT/SGM Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i Cabri ... [10.00]	I changed to MPSS last week and it's night and day. __________________ \| Dinan S2=>MHD \| e46 M3 trans mounts \| Dinan CF CAI \| ER CP \| HKS SSQV4 BOV \| RB PCV Valve \| VRSF DP \| N55 MP \| BMW PE \| OC \| VRSF 7" FMIC \| UUC Evo3 SSK \| EBC GD Sport Rotors \| EBC Redstuff \| TRW F+R \| \| Whiteline KDT918 \| H&R Front Sway \| BMWP 313 \| MPSS 225/255 \| Scopione CF Rear Diffuser \| iCarbon CF Rear Spoiler \| P3 v2.1 Gauge \| Interior LED Retrofit \|
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05-12-2015, 07:39 PM	#22
PA135i Brigadier General 968 Rep 3,323 Posts Drives: 08 135i 08 CR-V Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	Running Bridgestone S-04 Pole Positions in 225 / 255 setup. Good bang for the buck and tested 2nd to PSS for a lot less $. Check the reviews on Tirerack.com Had Conti DW's before and liked them also, along with the price. __________________ Sparkling Graphite Metallic / 6MT / Terracotta Boston Leather / Sport Package / Comfort Access system / Gray Poplar wood trim / Heated front seats / iPod and USB adapter / HD radio / Premium hi-fi system / OE Tuning / VRSF Intercooler & charge pipe / BMW Performance short shift kit / BMW M Performance Handbrake Handle / BMW Stainless steel pedals / V1 hardwired / rear sun shades *Pennsylvania 20 electoral votes*
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