Best 225/60 R17 99v tyres for X3?

X5plug-in · 07-17-2011, 11:59 AM

What tyre brand and model would folks recommend for all season use for <6,000 X3 miles per year?

pirumpella · 07-17-2011, 12:02 PM

Bridgestone,and for winter Pirelli

guycashmore · 07-18-2011, 06:41 AM

These Yokohamas are going on my X3 from new, it's being delivered on Wednesday so I'll let you know how I get on..

http://www.tyretraders.com/tyreInfor...1799HG012.html

Possibly too aggressive for you though?

They only need to be 'H' rated for speed as the UK spec cars are all electronically limited to 130 mph..

Guy

X5plug-in · 07-18-2011, 07:14 AM

Thanks Guy. These did appear when I did a search and looked pretty good. I will work on some snow (don't laugh, they had frost up north last week) for you to come test them. Thanks in advance for any feedback. Can I be rude and ask if they are standard, part of your deal or are you paying extra for these?

X5plug-in · 07-18-2011, 03:30 PM

Oh and Blackcircles suggested Yoks too.

guycashmore · 07-19-2011, 03:26 AM

I've bought them myself and will get them changed myself, I'll probably then put the standard tyres on ebay to get rid of them.

Just ordering a standard car from my local dealer has been frustrating enough - I wouldn't dream of asking for anything unusual to be done! They are struggling with even a simple cherished transfer..

X5plug-in · 07-19-2011, 03:54 AM

Thanks Guy. Do you know what the standard tyres that come on your car are?

guycashmore · 07-19-2011, 04:31 AM

No not yet, in theory it is being delivered to me tomorrow

so I'll let you know!

X5plug-in · 07-19-2011, 06:24 AM

Thanks. At a guess I would suggest Dunlop Maxx TT summer tyres but would be very grateful if you could confirm as there will be a lot of interest in this.

guycashmore · 07-20-2011, 12:21 PM

Yes correct, the car was delivered this afternoon, standing on Dunlop MAXX TT tyres in 225/60/17 size as expected.

Only driven the car about 15 miles so far but if feels fantastic, 6 cylinder engine is really grunty and sounds great. Ride and handling superb, really encourages you to drive it fast!

The car has one or two issues unfortunately, worst probelm is that the reversing camera has not been fitted fitted as ordered, dealer says they can retro-fit it, but not yet as the parts are not available, may be a few months wait..

The back seat leather has a mark on it and the optional 'wave wood' of the centre console has some light scratches in it.

Hopefully the dealer will fix these issues ASAP

Overall I happy but not quite as happy as I should be...

X5plug-in · 07-20-2011, 01:38 PM

Congrats Guy. Hope they get things fixed. For interest to all, this link takes you to a site owned by the BTMA (British Tyre Manufacturers Association) which has useful information on tyres. 7th article down are some performance comparisons. http://www.btmauk.com/page/useful-in...ce-statements/

I am at a bit of a loss to understand why BMW sell an all weather car and show adverts with snow, yet actually deliver the car with tyres the tyre manufacturer themselves says are not at their best below *7 degrees centigrade (and don't tell you this). I too am going to switch but will leave the work and cost to BMW.*

guycashmore · 07-22-2011, 03:44 AM

By luck, I had to go on a 350 mile business trip yesterday, mostly on twisty A roads.

I'm very impressed by the grip and handling of the Dunlops, I am now thinking about not fitting the Yokohamas for a couple of months yet, wait until the weather turns.

Decisions, decisions..

X5plug-in · 07-22-2011, 04:57 AM

No need to change above 5C if you believe the document above. Has anyone consider the BMW tyre hotel option some dealers offer? I am advised if you swap tyres on the same rims tyre dealers will charge around £80 per year for this (4tyres x £10each x on & off). Add to that the price of winter tyres and then maybe wheels and the switch becomes pricey. Also worth noting (above link) that winter tyres only do well in cold wet and may not be so good in cold dry.

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X5plug-in Lieutenant 72 Rep 532 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Best 225/60 R17 99v tyres for X3? What tyre brand and model would folks recommend for all season use for <6,000 X3 miles per year?
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pirumpella New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: I wait for X3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Italy iTrader: (0)	Bridgestone,and for winter Pirelli
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guycashmore Enlisted Member 8 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D SE Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cornwall iTrader: (0)	These Yokohamas are going on my X3 from new, it's being delivered on Wednesday so I'll let you know how I get on.. http://www.tyretraders.com/tyreInfor...1799HG012.html Possibly too aggressive for you though? They only need to be 'H' rated for speed as the UK spec cars are all electronically limited to 130 mph.. Guy
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X5plug-in Lieutenant 72 Rep 532 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks Guy. These did appear when I did a search and looked pretty good. I will work on some snow (don't laugh, they had frost up north last week) for you to come test them. Thanks in advance for any feedback. Can I be rude and ask if they are standard, part of your deal or are you paying extra for these?
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guycashmore Enlisted Member 8 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D SE Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cornwall iTrader: (0)	I've bought them myself and will get them changed myself, I'll probably then put the standard tyres on ebay to get rid of them. Just ordering a standard car from my local dealer has been frustrating enough - I wouldn't dream of asking for anything unusual to be done! They are struggling with even a simple cherished transfer..
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X5plug-in Lieutenant 72 Rep 532 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks. At a guess I would suggest Dunlop Maxx TT summer tyres but would be very grateful if you could confirm as there will be a lot of interest in this.
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guycashmore Enlisted Member 8 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D SE Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cornwall iTrader: (0)	Yes correct, the car was delivered this afternoon, standing on Dunlop MAXX TT tyres in 225/60/17 size as expected. Only driven the car about 15 miles so far but if feels fantastic, 6 cylinder engine is really grunty and sounds great. Ride and handling superb, really encourages you to drive it fast! The car has one or two issues unfortunately, worst probelm is that the reversing camera has not been fitted fitted as ordered, dealer says they can retro-fit it, but not yet as the parts are not available, may be a few months wait.. The back seat leather has a mark on it and the optional 'wave wood' of the centre console has some light scratches in it. Hopefully the dealer will fix these issues ASAP Overall I happy but not quite as happy as I should be... Last edited by guycashmore; 07-20-2011 at 12:35 PM..
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X5plug-in Lieutenant 72 Rep 532 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Congrats Guy. Hope they get things fixed. For interest to all, this link takes you to a site owned by the BTMA (British Tyre Manufacturers Association) which has useful information on tyres. 7th article down are some performance comparisons. http://www.btmauk.com/page/useful-in...ce-statements/ I am at a bit of a loss to understand why BMW sell an all weather car and show adverts with snow, yet actually deliver the car with tyres the tyre manufacturer themselves says are not at their best below 7 degrees centigrade (and don't tell you this). I too am going to switch but will leave the work and cost to BMW.
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guycashmore Enlisted Member 8 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D SE Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cornwall iTrader: (0)	By luck, I had to go on a 350 mile business trip yesterday, mostly on twisty A roads. I'm very impressed by the grip and handling of the Dunlops, I am now thinking about not fitting the Yokohamas for a couple of months yet, wait until the weather turns. Decisions, decisions..
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X5plug-in Lieutenant 72 Rep 532 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	No need to change above 5C if you believe the document above. Has anyone consider the BMW tyre hotel option some dealers offer? I am advised if you swap tyres on the same rims tyre dealers will charge around £80 per year for this (4tyres x £10each x on & off). Add to that the price of winter tyres and then maybe wheels and the switch becomes pricey. Also worth noting (above link) that winter tyres only do well in cold wet and may not be so good in cold dry.
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