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jmatta · 12-01-2007, 11:28 AM

XL means extra load or reinforced sidewall...not really sure of it's applicability other than to differentiate from standard load tires. Probably has to do with the higher speed rating and the fact the fronts handle the turn-in..

12-01-2007, 11:28 AM	#19
jmatta Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chicago suburbs Posts: 1,675	XL means extra load or reinforced sidewall...not really sure of it's applicability other than to differentiate from standard load tires. Probably has to do with the higher speed rating and the fact the fronts handle the turn-in.. Last edited by jmatta; 12-01-2007 at 11:34 AM.