Tire Recommendations for daily driver

PrincessSean · 03-31-2014, 03:31 PM

My TPM sensor went off last week and I got the tire re-inflated and the other day the TPM sensor went off again. I think it means I need new tires.

I need a good all around tire for a daily driver. From the looks of it, everyone loves the PSS. (Pilot Super Sport?) I do not drive that aggressively so do not need the absolute best most expensive tires. I want a set that are all season, will last reasonably well and are priced not super high.

Also, what do people do without RFT nor a spare? I know there is AAA but I just feel better knowing I can get myself to a garage.

rsr552 · 03-31-2014, 03:52 PM

I saw a few months ago that you can buy a spare tire kit (was an option apparently from BMW Europe) FYI.

Pete_vB · 03-31-2014, 04:12 PM

This question would probably be better asked and answered on the regular 1 series wheel and tire forum. All 1M coupes come without run flat tires, without spares, and with tire repair kits in the boot (which are available from your local BMW dealer). They also come with summer tires mounted as standard, so you'll get few opinions on all-season rubber.

PrincessSean · 03-31-2014, 04:51 PM

ah oops I accidentally posted in the wrong forum. sorry all...

Dcase2025 · 05-18-2014, 03:11 PM

I've had Michelin Exalto and Pilot Sport on several cars (Audi & BMW). Once my OEM Bridgestone run flats need replacing I'll be putting on Pilot Sport. They are excellent for normal driving conditions. You can't go wrong with these tires.

Dave1960 · 07-14-2014, 12:50 PM

I have a 120DMsport 2009 model and is fitted with 18" wheels i have a skip now and again like a flip when driving the car feels unstable at times, have been to the dealer who said it was all down to the tyres depth of which some were +/- 6 mm which i changed all the tyres BMW then said they do not recomend anything below 4 mm this stopped the unstabilty for a while but still there at times it is like the DTC is on/off when you go over even the cats eyes in the road.
what tyre size should be on the car to suit my 18" rims
fitted are : Rear 245/35/R18 Front 215/40R18 please also confirm PSI

muddtt · 07-14-2014, 01:12 PM

I picked up some Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 for my vert recently. They are not run flats. The reason I chose these was cause they are reviewed fantastic on this site and others, they have good tread wear. I use the car as a daily driver and don't need extreme traction, but they are still very good. And the final reason was cause of Michelin's promise plan.

http://www.michelinman.com/automotiv.../warranty.page

3-Year Flat Tire Changing Assistance:
A qualified service professional will change your flat and install your spare tire or provide towing at no charge. In case of a flat tire, simply call 1-888-553-4327 and a qualified professional will change the tire or provide towing up to 150 miles for free. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in the U.S. and Canada.

03-31-2014, 03:31 PM	#1
PrincessSean New Member 2 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Convertible Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	Tire Recommendations for daily driver My TPM sensor went off last week and I got the tire re-inflated and the other day the TPM sensor went off again. I think it means I need new tires. I need a good all around tire for a daily driver. From the looks of it, everyone loves the PSS. (Pilot Super Sport?) I do not drive that aggressively so do not need the absolute best most expensive tires. I want a set that are all season, will last reasonably well and are priced not super high. Also, what do people do without RFT nor a spare? I know there is AAA but I just feel better knowing I can get myself to a garage.
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rsr552 First Lieutenant 24 Rep 387 Posts Drives: e90 m3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Texas iTrader: (2)	I saw a few months ago that you can buy a spare tire kit (was an option apparently from BMW Europe) FYI.
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Pete_vB Captain 118 Rep 898 Posts Drives: '69 GT3, GT4, 1M, 912 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SF Bay Area, Shenzhen, Oman iTrader: (0)	This question would probably be better asked and answered on the regular 1 series wheel and tire forum. All 1M coupes come without run flat tires, without spares, and with tire repair kits in the boot (which are available from your local BMW dealer). They also come with summer tires mounted as standard, so you'll get few opinions on all-season rubber. __________________ 1M, GT4, 1969 Porsche 911 w/ 997 GT3 Cup Motor (435hp & 2,100 lbs)
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PrincessSean New Member 2 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Convertible Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	ah oops I accidentally posted in the wrong forum. sorry all...
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Dcase2025 Dave C. 0 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 2017 M240i Convertible Join Date: May 2014 Location: Austin TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 BMW M240i Cab [0.00]	I've had Michelin Exalto and Pilot Sport on several cars (Audi & BMW). Once my OEM Bridgestone run flats need replacing I'll be putting on Pilot Sport. They are excellent for normal driving conditions. You can't go wrong with these tires.
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07-14-2014, 12:50 PM	#6
Dave1960 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 120D Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: fife, scotland iTrader: (0)	I have a 120DMsport 2009 model and is fitted with 18" wheels i have a skip now and again like a flip when driving the car feels unstable at times, have been to the dealer who said it was all down to the tyres depth of which some were +/- 6 mm which i changed all the tyres BMW then said they do not recomend anything below 4 mm this stopped the unstabilty for a while but still there at times it is like the DTC is on/off when you go over even the cats eyes in the road. what tyre size should be on the car to suit my 18" rims fitted are : Rear 245/35/R18 Front 215/40R18 please also confirm PSI
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07-14-2014, 01:12 PM	#7
muddtt Second Lieutenant 108 Rep 213 Posts Drives: BMW 135i (E88) Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: san, jose, ca, USA iTrader: (0)	I picked up some Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 for my vert recently. They are not run flats. The reason I chose these was cause they are reviewed fantastic on this site and others, they have good tread wear. I use the car as a daily driver and don't need extreme traction, but they are still very good. And the final reason was cause of Michelin's promise plan. http://www.michelinman.com/automotiv.../warranty.page 3-Year Flat Tire Changing Assistance: A qualified service professional will change your flat and install your spare tire or provide towing at no charge. In case of a flat tire, simply call 1-888-553-4327 and a qualified professional will change the tire or provide towing up to 150 miles for free. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in the U.S. and Canada.
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