Run Flat vx regular tires?

[Werks]

I've got Continental run flats on my 335xi ( 18,000 miles so far) , and find them to be no problem. They handle fine in the twisties,
and I don't find their firm ride at all offensive ( with 17" wheels). They are noisy however.

Having said that, I see no real advantage to run flats, especially considering that if they do puncture, many tire deales won't repair
them... so what's the point ?

Next time around, I'm switching to Michelin Sport A/S just because I like Michelin tires on my cars, trucks, and bikes. As already mentioned,
a can of stop leak, and a small air compressor like on the 987 should be sufficient for most situations. Saving a few bucks
vs runflats is also a plus.

This is based on my experience.... your results may vary .... Tom

Wunderbar !!

[MikenOH]

Werks:
I like your choice in cars..

I'd echo comments about runflats and the Continental SSR's. The SSR's are quiet and the ride is OK but the reality of it is that you can only drive them 50-100 miles after they've been punctured and a lot of tire shops won't fix them leaving you to replace probably 2 tires instead of one.

I like the GY F1 Asym for a summer only tire; if I was going all-season the Michelin would probably be the choice.

[Werks]

> I like your choice in cars.. >

Likewise !!

Where in Ohio do you live ?

I grew up in the Ohio Valley before moving to Colorado.

Tom

[MikenOH]

Near Ashland; what part of the Valley are you from?

[Werks]

Near Ashland; what part of the Valley are you from?

Bridgeport... But I escaped 40 years ago

Tom

[Brucelee]

My experience with run flats has been very negative.


Noisy, jiggly, awful ride.

Having said that, that was three years ago, so I don't know if they have gotten any better.

[jmatta]

I could have used a run-flat...can of Fix-A-Flat doesn't work with this!

Suppose I should have wiped the junk out of the wheel inside before the pic!

[MikenOH]

Originally Posted by Werks

Bridgeport... But I escaped 40 years ago

Tom

Wow,small world---I was born in Martins Ferry, but moved to NE OH at an early age.