Question about Michelin Pilot Sport tires

1230vani · 02-10-2015, 03:23 AM

I just read that the new X5M/X6M may also come on Michelin PS tires (among other ones). I used to love those tires on my E92 (even managed to sell them used).

1st question: Is Michelin Pilot Sport (fitted to X5M/X6M) a non-run flat tyre? From the video's showing X5M/X6M trunk I saw that the lower part of the trunk was empty (no spare), maybe they just use the newer solution tyre pressure kit (I have one of those, big improvement from the previous one, never used it, but it just looks like something better, who knows..).

2nd question: What are the dimensions of those tires, would they fit the normal X5 (tires, not the aluminium wheels)? Thinking about buying new 20"wheels (OEM, BBS or perhaps RIAL if I find the design posted once on this forum) for the summer and would like to combine them with Michelin Pilot Sport

Thanks,
Cheers!

fyim · 02-10-2015, 10:40 AM

1: they are non-runflat Michelin Pilot Supersport
2: 285/35R21 front & 325/30R21
Front stock wheels are 21"x10J front & 21"x11.5J rear

wdimagineer · 02-10-2015, 12:10 PM

I wanted these for my X5 before selling it. BMW is the only source for that tire configuration right now, exclusive to the X5 M and X6 M. I haven't been able to source it anywhere else.

The dimensions are exactly the same as the run-flat Pirelli tires fitted to the 21" 599M wheels I had. I'm not sure if a 20" configuration is available that would fit, but any reputable wheel retailer can steer you in the right direction.

1230vani · 02-10-2015, 01:16 PM

Thanks to both! Have air adaptive suspension but still think that 21" would be too much for me. Will inquire some more with the tyre dealer. Thanks again

troymi · 02-10-2015, 01:45 PM

I have a set of 599M wheels with Pirelli OE runflats for sale in the classified section.

I also have a set of the Michelin Pilot Super Sports sitting right next to them in my garage unmounted. They were BMW test tires. Still have 9/32" tread left and they are awesome looking. And light weight compared to runflats.

Shoot me a PM and you can buy them all!

1230vani · 02-10-2015, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by troymi

I have a set of 599M wheels with Pirelli OE runflats for sale in the classified section.

I also have a set of the Michelin Pilot Super Sports sitting right next to them in my garage unmounted. They were BMW test tires. Still have 9/32" tread left and they are awesome looking. And light weight compared to runflats.

Shoot me a PM and you can buy them all!

You are located in Europe or US?

troymi · 02-10-2015, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 1230vani

You are located in Europe or US?

US, Michigan.

1230vani · 02-10-2015, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by troymi

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Originally Posted by 1230vani

You are located in Europe or US?

US, Michigan.

Thats not gonna work, im in europe plus 21" is too large for me. Thanks for offering

kskpsu · 02-11-2015, 01:03 PM

I have these Pilot Super Sports ready to go as well. Going to mount to Forgestar CF10s for my summer setup. Cannot wait...I ordered the space saver spare in hopes a non-RFT 21" tire would come on the market. Going non-RFT on my old X5M was the best thing I could have ever done...better ride quality and better driving dynamics without all that unsprung weight.

JOHNBMWM5 · 02-11-2015, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 1230vani

Thanks to both! Have air adaptive suspension but still think that 21" would be too much for me. Will inquire some more with the tyre dealer. Thanks again

Sorry for thread change but Have you got the Dynamic Adjustable suspension?, if so does it help with cornering/swaying, I test drove this car without it and it was awful on the bends, to much body sway.

rmastale · 03-10-2015, 03:27 PM

I'll be mounting the 21" Michelin PSS tires by this weekend.

I'll take some pics and post my impressions after I've taken a few laps to the coast (CA) and back.

TroyMI is correct in saying they look awesome.

troymi · 03-16-2015, 07:40 AM

How is the change?

jpsjr70 · 03-16-2015, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdimagineer

I wanted these for my X5 before selling it. BMW is the only source for that tire configuration right now, exclusive to the X5 M and X6 M. I haven't been able to source it anywhere else.

The dimensions are exactly the same as the run-flat Pirelli tires fitted to the 21" 599M wheels I had. I'm not sure if a 20" configuration is available that would fit, but any reputable wheel retailer can steer you in the right direction.

Hi Wdimagineer. These are available at Tire Rack for $1850.00 for all 4 tires. I'm sure dealer will gouge us! Im thinking of buying a front and a rear as a spare, may also just buy the tire and wheel package.

Joe

1230vani · 04-04-2015, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JOHNBMWM5

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1230vani

Thanks to both! Have air adaptive suspension but still think that 21" would be too much for me. Will inquire some more with the tyre dealer. Thanks again

Sorry for thread change but Have you got the Dynamic Adjustable suspension?, if so does it help with cornering/swaying, I test drove this car without it and it was awful on the bends, to much body sway.

Sorry for late response. I do not have DHP, sadly. I hear great things about it, had torque vectoring on the E71 X6 and it really drove like on rails

wdimagineer · 04-04-2015, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by jpsjr70

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdimagineer

I wanted these for my X5 before selling it. BMW is the only source for that tire configuration right now, exclusive to the X5 M and X6 M. I haven't been able to source it anywhere else.

The dimensions are exactly the same as the run-flat Pirelli tires fitted to the 21" 599M wheels I had. I'm not sure if a 20" configuration is available that would fit, but any reputable wheel retailer can steer you in the right direction.

Hi Wdimagineer. These are available at Tire Rack for $1850.00 for all 4 tires. I'm sure dealer will gouge us! Im thinking of buying a front and a rear as a spare, may also just buy the tire and wheel package.

Joe

I may do the same now that they are. Initially they weren't when I was shopping.

schaeffs · 04-04-2015, 07:16 PM

For those thinking about the MSS tyres - have had them on three of my cars now and they are superlative - excellent grip in all conditions (other than snow as use winter tyres) and unbelievable in the dry - almost as good as a set of R888s which are semi-slick - without the compromise. Well worth it.

02-10-2015, 03:23 AM	#1
1230vani Colonel 649 Rep 2,697 Posts Drives: G05 40i LCI Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N/A iTrader: (0)	Question about Michelin Pilot Sport tires I just read that the new X5M/X6M may also come on Michelin PS tires (among other ones). I used to love those tires on my E92 (even managed to sell them used). 1st question: Is Michelin Pilot Sport (fitted to X5M/X6M) a non-run flat tyre? From the video's showing X5M/X6M trunk I saw that the lower part of the trunk was empty (no spare), maybe they just use the newer solution tyre pressure kit (I have one of those, big improvement from the previous one, never used it, but it just looks like something better, who knows..). 2nd question: What are the dimensions of those tires, would they fit the normal X5 (tires, not the aluminium wheels)? Thinking about buying new 20"wheels (OEM, BBS or perhaps RIAL if I find the design posted once on this forum) for the summer and would like to combine them with Michelin Pilot Sport Thanks, Cheers!
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fyim First Lieutenant 83 Rep 377 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: East iTrader: (0)	1: they are non-runflat Michelin Pilot Supersport 2: 285/35R21 front & 325/30R21 Front stock wheels are 21"x10J front & 21"x11.5J rear
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wdimagineer Major 358 Rep 1,377 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 M Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Francisco, CA iTrader: (0)	I wanted these for my X5 before selling it. BMW is the only source for that tire configuration right now, exclusive to the X5 M and X6 M. I haven't been able to source it anywhere else. The dimensions are exactly the same as the run-flat Pirelli tires fitted to the 21" 599M wheels I had. I'm not sure if a 20" configuration is available that would fit, but any reputable wheel retailer can steer you in the right direction. __________________ Current: 2015 X5 M - Donington Grey/Mugello Red - DINANTRONICS Stage 2 + Free Flow Exhaust - Bimmerpost Featured! Past: Bimmerpost Featured 2014 X5 xDrive50i · 2014 Jeep SRT · 2013 Tesla Model S P85+ · Bimmerpost Featured 2013 F10 M5 · 2012 550 xDrive · 2011 M3 ZCP
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1230vani Colonel 649 Rep 2,697 Posts Drives: G05 40i LCI Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N/A iTrader: (0)	Thanks to both! Have air adaptive suspension but still think that 21" would be too much for me. Will inquire some more with the tyre dealer. Thanks again
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troymi Lieutenant 64 Rep 467 Posts Drives: '15 M235i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Michigan iTrader: (2)	I have a set of 599M wheels with Pirelli OE runflats for sale in the classified section. I also have a set of the Michelin Pilot Super Sports sitting right next to them in my garage unmounted. They were BMW test tires. Still have 9/32" tread left and they are awesome looking. And light weight compared to runflats. Shoot me a PM and you can buy them all!
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kskpsu First Lieutenant 176 Rep 360 Posts Drives: 1M; E90 M3 ZCP; M4 GTS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Minneapolis, MN iTrader: (0) Garage List '11 BMW 1M [9.83]	I have these Pilot Super Sports ready to go as well. Going to mount to Forgestar CF10s for my summer setup. Cannot wait...I ordered the space saver spare in hopes a non-RFT 21" tire would come on the market. Going non-RFT on my old X5M was the best thing I could have ever done...better ride quality and better driving dynamics without all that unsprung weight. __________________ -kskpsu
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rmastale Lieutenant 60 Rep 438 Posts Drives: F10 535i MSport, F15 X5 MSport Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Francisco Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I'll be mounting the 21" Michelin PSS tires by this weekend. I'll take some pics and post my impressions after I've taken a few laps to the coast (CA) and back. TroyMI is correct in saying they look awesome.
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troymi Lieutenant 64 Rep 467 Posts Drives: '15 M235i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Michigan iTrader: (2)	How is the change?
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04-04-2015, 07:16 PM	#16
schaeffs Private First Class 43 Rep 103 Posts Drives: X5 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	For those thinking about the MSS tyres - have had them on three of my cars now and they are superlative - excellent grip in all conditions (other than snow as use winter tyres) and unbelievable in the dry - almost as good as a set of R888s which are semi-slick - without the compromise. Well worth it.
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