Tyre Comparo - Which Ones Are Good?

[EvilDaifu]

Goodyear F1 Assymetrics 2 (Germany) - put a pair on the front about a month before the VIC Alpine cruise this year. They were great. My pair of rear Michelins PS3s are due for changing out and can't wait to replace with Goodyears as well Nah - I won't be buying the PS3s again - found them not too grippy in the wet - the Goodyears were much better from memory. I also missed the protective rib of rubber on the Goodyears - the Michelins don't have that so you gotta be extra careful to avoid kerb rash on your alloys with the Michelins. So probably in a month or 2 I'll rotate the front Goodyears to the back and put on a new set of Goodyears on the front - well in time for the Snowy Cruise later this year

[EvilDaifu]

Farrk me - couldn't wait any longer to get rid of the Michelin PS3s. Got them in June 2011 and they only lasted me a year before they were down to almost the tread wear marks to the point I felt I was not comfortable with them anymore. So am now fully shod with Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetrics 2 - Made in Germany and the best tyres I've ever used on my Ts. Paid $250 each for them. Feel better about the Snowys cruise now and this coming weekend Mad Max cruise

[Worm]

Try nitto invo... Great in wet and dry... f*cking impressive for the coin!

[_Velocity_]

Wow $250 each what a bargain Gary. Great price for 17s

[EvilDaifu]

Yeah - picked them up from:

Beaurepaires Burwood

Address: 1350 Toorak Rd, BURWOOD, VIC 3125

Phone: (03) 9889 2288

Hours: Mon-Fri: 8.00 AM - 5.30 PM, Sat:8.00 AM - 4.00 PM

I tried several Beaurepaires, Donnellans and JaxQuickFit - was a bit flabbergasted at the price differences - one tried to sell em to me for $316 per corner and I'm like ummm well I can get them for a little cheaper elsewhere - then he drops the price to $260 and I go and

[blkxr50turbo]

I`m looking at replacing tyres on my XR50 turbo,they have the Dunlop 245/35/19 on at the moment and only got 20K out of them...is that standard???

What can I replace them with as it is a daily drive and dont want to spend too much on them but was hoping to get something that last longer than 20K?

I`m also looking at replacing the tyres on my missus XR5 turbo also same as above as most the time she drives it pretty easy as my little girls in the car..any suggestions?has anyone got any thoughts on Nueton tyres or Zetums??

Any advice or help would be appreciated.

Cheers

[SuckSqueezeBangBlow]

Kumho ku39 I paid 170 each and they are good

Edited 28/07/12 10:10 AM by SuckSqueezeBangBlow

[Bellato]

I`m looking at replacing tyres on my XR50 turbo,they have the Dunlop 245/35/19 on at the moment and only got 20K out of them...is that standard???

What can I replace them with as it is a daily drive and dont want to spend too much on them but was hoping to get something that last longer than 20K?

I`m also looking at replacing the tyres on my missus XR5 turbo also same as above as most the time she drives it pretty easy as my little girls in the car..any suggestions?has anyone got any thoughts on Nueton tyres or Zetums??

Any advice or help would be appreciated.

Cheers

Achilles ATR Sport! Cheap as with great tyre life and good performance all round. Only slightly noisy! Should be able to get all 4 fitted for under $700

[EvilDaifu]

Never knew what Achilles were but seems there's been a bit of mention of them lately.

Anyway, Motor Magazine "Tyre Test 2012" has the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics 2 as best tyre for the 2012 round

I also like em because of the wheel lip that protects your alloys

I run em on all four corners and reckon their the best tyres I've had on my T. New fronts in Jan and new rears in July I think from memory - in time for the Snowy Cruise 2012

Oh and MADE IN GERMANY fellas

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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics 2 win Motor Tyre Test 2012

http://www.jaxquickf...asymmetric-2-2/

Gold Medal for Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2.pdf

Gold Medal for Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2

By Goodyear - February 26, 2012 - Post a comment

Goodyear takes top spot in MOTOR Magazine Tyre Test for third consecutive year

GOODYEAR’S EAGLE F1 ASYMMETRIC 2 HAS BEEN AWARDED THE GOLD MEDAL IN THE LATEST MOTOR MAGAZINE TYRE TEST, CEMENTING ITS POSITION AS AUSTRALIA’S ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE ROAD TYRE. THE ACCOLADE ALSO GIVES GOODYEAR A HAT-TRICK OF WINS IN THE AUTHORITATIVE TEST WITH THE ORIGINAL EAGLE F1 ASYMMETRIC EARNING THE AWARD THE TWO PREVIOUS YEARS.

With testing undertaken at Sydney’s Eastern Creek Raceway, V8 Supercar driver, stunt driver and driving instructor Warren Luff was behind the wheel of a MY12 Mitsubishi Evolution X MR, putting nine 245/40R18 size high performance road tyres through their paces.

The tyres were tested in four separate challenges – Figure Eight Road Circuit, Wet Skidpan, Dry Slalom and Emergency Braking – with scores averaged across three attempts for each.

With Australian weather conditions providing a constant and varied challenge for drivers and tyres alike, performance in the Wet Skidpan is always a key performance indicator. Here the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was the clear leader in what was the only wet test, with its new silica tread compound and race inspired resin creating better adhesion on the wet surfaces.

The Goodyear tyre again clocked the outright fastest average time on the Figure Eight Road Circuit, highlighting the credentials of its new improved tread pattern which allows for a more stable outer tread to aid cornering. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was also equal first place in the Dry Slalom.

Overall, after taking out three of the four categories, MOTOR awarded the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 the Gold Medal, commenting that, “its solid performance across all categories shows its broad capabilities to cope with a diverse range of situations”.

James Peate, Goodyear’s Communications Manager, said that the result was an accurate representation of the tyre’s ability to perform at the highest standards when faced with a range of tough conditions, taking performance tyres to the next level.

“Having launched the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 in 2011, we’re very proud to see this tyre well and truly making its mark in the MOTOR test. As an extraordinary, best in class all-rounder, it goes to show the performance and benefits a premium tyre can offer the consumer,” Mr. Peate said.

“Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2’s Active Braking Technology and improved tread design allows for superior control and comfort, particularly in the wet. Additionally, the tyre also provides lower noise emission levels, better mileage and features Goodyear’s FuelSaving technology which aids in reducing fuel consumption via a lower rolling resistance.

“Being crowned winner by MOTOR now three years running certainly creates a compelling argument to consider Goodyear ahead of any others.”

Silver Medal for Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT also polled extremely well in the 2012 MOTOR Magazine Tyre Test, taking out the Silver Medal and being dubbed “a smart choice for all round capability” by the magazine.

Overall MOTOR Magazine Tyre Test results

1Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2

2 Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT

3 Toyo Proxes T1 Sport

4 Kumho Ecsta LE Sport

=5 Maxxis Victra MA-21

=5 Hankook Ventus V12 Evo

7 Bridgestone Potenza Adrenalin RE002

8 Duro DP-8100

9 Pirelli P Zero Rosso

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http://www.ozmpsclub...-thread-10.html

Motor Magazine 2012 Tyre Test - Feb 2012

1. Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetrics 2

2. Dunlop Sport Maxx TT

3. Toyo Proxes T1 Sport

4. Kumho Ecsta LE Sport

=5. Maxxis Victra MA-Z1

=5. Hankook Ventus V12 Evo

7. Bridgestone Potenza 002 Adrenaline

8. Douro DP-8100

9. Pirelli P Zero Rosso M0

Individual test winners:

Dry figure eight: Goodyear

Wet skid pan: Goodyear

Dry slalom: Goodyear & Bridgestone

Emergency braking: Toyo

Don't know it anyone has read this but was a good test.

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http://www.zimeye.org/?p=53952

International Applause for New Eagle F1 A2 Tyre confirms its cutting-edge quality

By Press Statement

International Applause for New Eeagle F1 A2 Tyre confirms its cutting-edge quality « Business « ZimEye.pdf

Published: May 23, 2012

Comment

The string of spectacular awards, rave reviews and competitor-test results earned around the world by new Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres are a successful confirmation of Goodyear’s global mission: to deliver the highest quality products to consumers.

Leading motoring media have been unanimous in praise for the tyre and the market-driven, innovative Goodyear technology it utilises.

the F1 tyre

• In AUSTRALIA – Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was awarded the Gold Medal in the latest Motor Magazine tyre test, cementing its position as Australia’s ultimate performance road tyre.

The accolade meant a hat-trick of wins in this authoritative test, as the tyre’s predecessor, the original Eagle F1 Asymmetric, earned the award in the previous two years. In benchmark testing against nine competitor products at Eastern Creek Raceway, Sydney, the new tyres were put through their paces in four separate challenges: figure eight road circuit, wet skidpan, dry slalom and emergency braking. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 was the clear leader in three of the four categories, an accurate representation of the tyre’s ability to perform at the highest standards when faced with a range of tough conditions.

• In MALAYSIA – Auto Express named the tyre the Best Buy 2011 award.

The judges were looking for the best overall tyre on the market, and the Goodyear received high marks in the majority of categories. They were especially impressed by the tyre’s superior performance in dry conditions, when, the publication reported, “it turns sharply and hangs on well”.

Other rave reviews from Malaysian car clubs and automotive journalists included:

“The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 is smooth and silent. It has excellent grip, especially on those corners.” – Elias Ismail, Civic 8 Gen Car Club; and “Goodyear has taken the Asymmetric 2 and further improved on certain aspects for it to stay ahead of the pack. The Asymmetric 2 sports Goodyear’s new ActiveBraking Technology which allows for shorter braking by up to three metres in wet conditions and two metres in dry conditions.” — Danny Tan, Paul Tan’s Automotive News, Malaysia.

• In CHINA – Goodyear topped the charts when two of the country’s leading auto magazines revealed the winners of their annual product awards.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 won Auto Magazine’s highest honour, the title of Best Product of the Year. Goodyear’s Assurance Fuel Max was also named Best Car Tyre of the Year by China Auto News. The publication also applauded the company’s all-round customer offerings as it named Goodyear one of China’s ‘Auto Parts Top 100 Foreign Companies’.

• In SPAIN – Goodyear currently boasts two ‘Tyres of the Year’ titles.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 beat eight competitors to be named Tyre of the Year 2012 in the touring car category by leading industry magazine Neumáticos y Mecánica Rápida. The tyre’s brilliant performance in wet and dry braking was what cemented its title – thanks especially to Goodyear’s ActiveBraking Technology. Goodyear’s EfficientGrip SUV also earned the title of Best 4×4/SUV Tyre – thanks to its fuel-saving ability and low carbon dioxide emissions.

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2012 EVO Max Performance Tyre Test

2012 has started with a bang with EVO, the UKs leading high performance car magazine, publishing its 2012 summer tyre test.

2012 EVO Max Performance Tyre Test _ the online tyre guide.pdf

Unlike some of the European tyre tests which concentrate on the data, EVO rate the driving experience equal to the out right performance, meaning subjective scoring is very detailed. This is key, as when the top 5 tyres are separated by just a few seconds over a lap, how the tyre feels is the primary difference between brands.

The Test

Also refreshing was EVOs choice of location - a mix of the UK MIRA testing circuit, and their home track Bedford Autodrome. This effectively removes any "home advantage" tyre manufacturers gain when they host the tyre tests at their development circuits.

EVO selected 10 tyres in 235/40 R18 to test on a 261bhp Audi S3. Each of the 6 premium brands were represented, with Hankook, Kumho and Vredestein from the mid range sector and Accelera from the budget end rounding out the group.

All the tests, including the road handling test were carried out on the various specialist circuits at MIRA, other than the dry lap time which was done at Bedford Autodrome.

Subjective feel

With the top 4 tyres separated by less than a second a lap in the wet, and just 0.4 seconds in the dry, subjectivity has never been more critical amongst the top runners.

Of the pack leaders Continental fared best, winning the wet test and scoring a joint first position with Hankook in the dry, who could only manage 4th place in the wet. The Continentals were particularly praised in the wet, where they felt extremely sure footed, barely registering puddles which upset its rivals and offering supreme traction.

Goodyear finished a close 2nd overall, scoring two 3rd places only let down by a fraction of under steer on the limit in the wet. It’s dry performance was also excellent on the limit, with "grainy, grippy feedback" and the highest lateral G reading.

While Bridgestone could only manage the 7th fastest wet lap, it rated very well subjectively finishing just behind the Continental. As we’ve found with Bridgestone tyres, it’s dry performance was many times better than the wet, scoring the fastest lap and finishing just behind the Goodyear subjectively.

Hankook rounded out the top 4 with the 5th fastest wet lap but an excellent subject 4th place, and the 3rd fastest dry lap with the subjective rating equalling that of Continental for the win. Another strong performer for Hankook, who are quickly edging towards premium status.

"In many respects, wet handling is the most cricial test of a tyre. Good performance in the dry is much easier to achieve."

John Barker - EVO Some what disappointingly, the online favourites Vredestein and Kumho finished 8th and 9th in the wet, with Vredestein edging out Kumho, and could only manage 8th and 10th in the dry, this time with Kumho ahead of Vredestein. Disappointing results for 2 brands often recommended online, however it demonstrates the old adage “you get what you pay for” still largely rings true in the world of tyres.

The Results

As always our coverage doesn’t do the test justice, so make sure you pick up EVO issue 166 for the full write up and the detailed results breakdown.

1st: Continental Sport Contact 3

Total: 669.9 / Dry: 197.6 / Wet: 200 / Subjective: 200 / Rolling Resistance: 72.3

Overall: The ContiSportContact 3s only weakness was a little subjective feel on the road. It dominated the wet tests and was extremely strong in the dry. EVO commented as "an impressively complete performance". The Sport Contact 3 has now been replaced by the Sport Contact 5, which should be an even more impressive tyre.

2nd: Hankook Ventus S1 evo

Total: 666.4 / Dry: 196.4 / Wet: 194.5 / Subjective: 190.4 / Rolling Resistance: 85.1

Overall: Although the Hankook S1 Evo only managed a single top place (its subjective feel on the dry track) the rest of its results were strong enough to give it a close second behind the Conti and a whisker ahead of the Goodyear.

3rd: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2

Total: 674.8 / Dry: 199.4 / Wet: 196.2 / Subjective: 187.9 / Rolling Resistance: 91.3

Overall: Outstanding in the dry, pulling the highest lateral G and shortest dry braking. Also very good in the wet just 0.8% slower than the Conti. Highly rated subjectively, a great all round tyre.

4th: Michelin Pilot Sport 3 PS3

Total: 649.1 / Dry: 193 / Wet: 194.4 / Subjective: 179.5 / Rolling Resistance: 82.2

Overall: The new Pilot Sport 3 scored well objectively in all tests. Slightly let down by its subjective feel, EVO still recommend it as a great all round tyre, having the best blend of comfort and precision on the road.

5th: Pirelli P Zero

Total: 641.8 / Dry: 195.4 / Wet: 197.7 / Subjective: 178.1 / Rolling Resistance: 70.6

Overall: Slightly ahead of the Bridgestone, the Pirelli P Zero offered a good all round performance - not the best in any test but usually in the top half in every test.

6th: Bridgestone Potenza S001

Total: 644.2 / Dry: 197.9 / Wet: 195.4 / Subjective: 180.3 / Rolling Resistance: 70.6

Overall: Unlike when we tested the S001 and found it a little numb, this version of the new Bridgestone echoes Bridgestones of old. Good dry grip with excellent feedback, average grip the wet but the excellent subjective scores make the tyre uncomfortable and bumpy on the road.

7th: Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT

Total: 648.4 / Dry: 197.7 / Wet: 196.4 / Subjective: 176.6 / Rolling Resistance: 77.7

Overall: Echoing our own long term test findings, while the Dunlop Sport Maxx GT offers excellent grip in the wet and dry, it's somewhat let down by the average steering feel it provides.

8th: Vredestein Ultrac Cento

Total: 620.2 / Dry: 190.4 / Wet: 189.9 / Subjective: 161.6 / Rolling Resistance: 78.3

Overall: Slowest tyre in the dry with a poor subjective score to boot, and almost as poor in the wet. The Ultrac Cento might just be starting to show its age.

9th: Kumho Ecsta KU39

Total: 594 / Dry: 192.6 / Wet: 174.4 / Subjective: 140.3 / Rolling Resistance: 86.7

Overall: A very average performance from the Kumho KU39 left Kumhos flagship tyre in 9th. Like the Accelera in 10th, the Kumho was ok in the dry, but struggled in the wet.

10th: Accelera PHI

Total: 584.8 / Dry: 194.6 / Wet: 165.7 / Subjective: 124.5 / Rolling Resistance: 100

Overall: Finishing bottom of the table in nearly every test secured the Accelera its last place, however EVO noted it wasn't as bad as some of the other budgets tested in previous years. As is the norm with budget tyres, it was capable in the dry but lacked grip, composure and safety when the surface changed to wet.

[cizzink11]

Evil u sponsored by Goodyear or something hahah?

I am a massive fan of the lip that "helps" protect the rim but for me I think my next tire choise is achilies semis 123 or nitto invos.