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06-15-2011, 02:27 PM | #24 |
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I have some interesting feedback.
The BMW dealer (in particular the manager responsible for the dealership fleet) response: * the 25K km is normal for RF's, * recommended Bridgestone RF's according to his experience. * In his private capacity not shy to suggest the option of changing to normal radial tyres with the spare kit. As such suggested Bridgestone or Michelin. * Rotation of tyres should be done although the owner's manual states that the manufacturer does not recommend rotation. * One should do a thorough inspection of the tyres on a regular base * Changing to non-RF's does not affect maintenance plan/guarantee. Tiger Wheel & Tyre franchise observation/recommendation: * Rotation of tyres is a must (front to back and vica verca) AND left/right This is recommended due to the negative camber of the tyres (which explains the shoulders on the inside being worn badly. *Also suggested the option of normal radial tyres with the prospect of more mileage. I have opted for the Michelin Primacy HP and spare tyre option. Interestingly there is a long waiting list for the X1 spare tyre kit on back order. |
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06-15-2011, 03:22 PM | #25 | |
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On the last point, you don't need the BMW kit. It's bloody expensive and all it consists of is a wee electric pump, tyre goo and a valve key. I got the same at the local car spares place for 70% less.
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06-16-2011, 06:38 AM | #26 | |
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I literally drove from the dealer to the tyre place which was only about 3-4 kms away so didn't really notice any difference with comfort. I have 17inch wheels. I didn't change the tyres for the comfort issue, just the maintenance and cost ones. It certainly seems to drive and handle fine with the non run flats. |
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06-16-2011, 06:44 AM | #27 | |
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I also don't understand why swapping left to right would make any difference either, even with a negative camber. They'd still wear on the inside unless you actually turned them around on the wheel, even on the same side - can you do that? Do tyres have an inside and an outside? Is this a stupid question? That implies there are left tyres and right tyres. I'm just confusing myself now. |
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06-16-2011, 06:18 PM | #28 |
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