OVERKILL
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So what you are saying is that marketing works? LOL
More scary tires. This time on a newer AMG C63.
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So what you are saying is that marketing works? LOL
Falken aced aquaplaning and wet braking. Only real drawback is slightly increased fuel consumption.
https://www.tyrereviews.com/Article/2022-Sports-Car-UHP-Winter-Tyre-Test.htm
edyvw
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Saw Kenda on S8.
OVERKILL
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Well yes, I run two sets on all my vehicles. Not saying cost isn't important, that, ride quality, and the fact they lasted 5 minutes was the reason I didn't go with the OE Pirelli run flats on the Jeep. But when the cost is reasonably close between say a top tier Michelin, Conti or Pirelli and somebody chooses the more "BFG" calibre tire on an expensive vehicle, I'm just curious as to the reasoning. Not being combative, actually interested in learning here.
edyvw
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It is not performance while they are new. It is what happens after 10,000 miles.
Well those kinds of test are few and far between.
OVERKILL
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OK, but the ones he ran, the HS449, rank 23rd on that same site:
https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Falken/Eurowinter-HS449.htm
And it was in 9th place by Consumer Reports, behind Bridgestone, Continental, Michelin, even Cooper and Hankook
OK, but the ones he ran, the HS449, rank 23rd on that same site:
https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Falken/Eurowinter-HS449.htm
And it was in 9th place by Consumer Reports, behind Bridgestone, Continental, Michelin, even Cooper and Hankook
Ahh, did not realize it was a different Eurowinter version.
Rank is not a measurement of performance, tells very little.
OVERKILL
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The Consumer Reports ranking does however.
I'd better go take those off my bike now.
edyvw
$50 site donor 2025
Being behind Hankook in winter match up is actually an achievement.OK, but the ones he ran, the HS449, rank 23rd on that same site:
https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Falken/Eurowinter-HS449.htm
And it was in 9th place by Consumer Reports, behind Bridgestone, Continental, Michelin, even Cooper and Hankook
Only Ultra High Performance All Season in 285/40/20.
No, if I am ranked 7th the world in longjump what distance behind the leader am I ?
Look at some test results before buying and you'll more then likely find something middle of the pack for a decent price.
Nitpicking by brand is meh.
Nitpicking by brand is meh.
edyvw
$50 site donor 2025
No it is not. Premium brands keep initial performance far longer. Tests are a OK as some kind of guide. But tire is much more than that, especially on high performance vehicles.
But, keep looking for confirmation bias. Someone will eventually stop by.
You got anything that can back up that claim other then Michelin propaganda? Preferably something not older then 4-5years.
Too much negative camber?
Anyone who has run out a set of Michelin tires can attest to their maintaining their performance over the years and miles.
This is the reason that I've returned to expensive Michelin tires.
They just flat work and they also last.
I'd be happy to pay less for tires and have tried. You do get what you pay for.
This is the reason that I've returned to expensive Michelin tires.
They just flat work and they also last.
I'd be happy to pay less for tires and have tried. You do get what you pay for.
OVERKILL
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Well, if you are behind Hankook (which I've owned), that's not very flattering.
edyvw
$50 site donor 2025
Consumer Reports had done testing and someone posted it here.
Also, i worked as test driver, car journalist and had so far between summer, winter and track tires, probably some 150 sets. Yes I drove on Kumho, Hamkook, Sava, Debica, Tigar, Matador, Kleber, Falken etc.
And no, you won’t find anything in my garage but Michelin, Pirelli, Continental or Bridgestone. GY, if in Europe.
Yes, I will occasionally satisfy my curiosity around some brand that is “currently best thing after sliced brea,” like let’s say Nokian.
But, keep fishing. Someone will come.
