Best non Run Flat Tire for 2015 X5 50i

[krisnetaji]

What is the best Performing tire for the X5 50i? I want to try to negotiate the removal of run flats in my deal.

[Roundown]

Originally Posted by 14M5

What is the best Performing tire for the X5 50i? I want to try to negotiate the removal of run flats in my deal.

All around best? Conti DWS are a good candidate. Not sure on max performance.

[opasha]

Originally Posted by cSurf

All around best? Conti DWS are a good candidate. Not sure on max performance.

This seems to be the favorite on the threads.

[krisnetaji]

Originally Posted by opasha

This seems to be the favorite on the threads.

Any significant difference between the Run Flats Vs conventional tires?

[opasha]

Originally Posted by 14M5

Any significant difference between the Run Flats Vs conventional tires?

Yep, less noise and vibration. Some handle better but that's all dependent on the tires. My Delintes are great for such inexpensive/underrated tires.

[Haris]

Some say you lose a little cornering performance after switching to Conti DWS from summer performance RFT. I don't know by how much. I also want to switch my summer tires with all-season but this is a concern for me. After paying extra for upgraded suspension, I don't want to give up handling performance... thoughts?

[opasha]

Originally Posted by Haris

Some say you lose a little cornering performance after switching to Conti DWS from summer performance RFT. I don't know by how much. I also want to switch my summer tires with all-season but this is a concern for me. After paying extra for upgraded suspension, I don't want to give up handling performance... thoughts?

There's no way you lose that much handling with the Conti DWS if you have an upgraded suspension. In all honesty, to the normal driver, you would barely even notice it unless you're making crazy corners at high speeds - then maybe? I don't think it's any cause for concern. I've use high rated summer Nittos to All-seasons and never noticed huge differences that would make me not want an All-season tire on my '04 FX35 (it has a much better suspension than the E70 and F15 DHP hands down).

[Haris]

Originally Posted by opasha

There's no way you lose that much handling with the Conti DWS if you have an upgraded suspension. In all honesty, to the normal driver, you would barely even notice it unless you're making crazy corners at high speeds - then maybe? I don't think it's any cause for concern. I've use high rated summer Nittos to All-seasons and never noticed huge differences that would make me not want an All-season tire on my '04 FX35 (it has a much better suspension than the E70 and F15 DHP hands down).

Hmm that's the thing. If you are not making crazy corners at high speeds why get DHP or Adaptive M suspension? Ok fine not crazy corners but you know what I mean Most folks here on the forums with upgraded suspensions and tunes are not normal drivers
Hey you are probably right about "barely even notice it". I want to make the switch.. I just wish there was some sort of review or more data available to us to make an informed decision.

[opasha]

Originally Posted by Haris

Hmm that's the thing. If you are not making crazy corners at high speeds why get DHP or Adaptive M suspension? Ok fine not crazy corners but you know what I mean Most folks here on the forums with upgraded suspensions and tunes are not normal drivers
Hey you are probably right about "barely even notice it". I want to make the switch.. I just wish there was some sort of review or more data available to us to make an informed decision.

Yeah, I get what you mean. I meant more like going 60 mph on a merge ramp while hugging the rail/curb as close as possible where you know you will lose traction; when you lose traction is where you notice the tire differences the most. That's what I was getting at. Tight suspension upgrades are great for hills, bumps, weaving quickly at higher speeds, etc. They're not just for cornering .

[X5Jouster]

from my Merc GLK-BMW 335i-Wrangler on 35s-Audi S6-to my BMW X5....any car any performance or any capability....tires are everything. after of course upgraded suspension

i dont know if Michelin Pilot Super Sport come in extra load for our sizes, but hands down best tire for straight out performance...without selling a kidney on price.

dont be discouraged by our runflats if you have 20s

they may be slightly louder, slightly stiffer, but they are a very decent ride,with my suspension anyways, and are the best handling runflat i have experienced...

by your stable of current cars, i assume you know tires matter, but maybe the fact that you have an suv with no spare, a runflat may be beneficial and save you a hassle of a tow.