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      11-05-2018, 07:27 PM   #22
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Does the 125i/128i even tuned with 270-ish hp need 265s in the rear?

When i did some searches here, results shown for the N52 a square 235/40/17 is "the best", 245/40/17 if one desire more grip and for x-cross and serious track 255s all round on 17s.

245/35s are out of the question for me, no one makes a track day tire in Germany that size except Federals and their 595RS-RR which are not legal (unless you enter competition).
I would agree that 265 tires are quite a bit of rubber for the 125i/128i. The best track setup for that car in my opinion would be the 17x8.5" ET40 with 235/40-17 or 245/40-17 tires. Camber will be required for both, but the reduction in unsprung weight, cheaper tires, and the rotatable squared setup will prove very effective
Just out of curiosity why not 17x8 et42 or et45 square?
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