max tyre/alloy size for my Ikon? plz help

young_icon · 17th December 2006, 18:31

Hi I have a 2006 Aug Ford Ikon Flair....want to upgrade to better tyres and alloys....please let me know what should be the ideal tyre/alloys upgrade? Have a few things in mind...
1. the ride quality should not detoriate very much..a little here n there is fine
2. the handling and roadholding should definitely improve.
3. The alloys got to look good..aint very fond of Chrome, Would ideally want Black or Brushed alumunium.
4. My budget is around Rs 25,000.
5. do let me know any sites where i could visit and check alloys..
6. Please let me know what brand of alloys should i go for?

Thanks
Ansh

kpzen · 17th December 2006, 19:07

Get 185/60-14 tyres with 14" alloys

Search around there are threads on brands of alloys with their respective links..

KP

abhibh · 17th December 2006, 19:36

As kp said stick to 14 inches and here are some websites where you can have a look at the alloys

LEAGUE Alloy Co., Ltd
Neo Wheels India
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Absar · 24th April 2007, 20:08

Hi there. I have a 2005 Ford Ikon 1.6. I'm running on stock tyres now, i.e. 175/65 R14, Ford 7-Spoke Alloys. I want to upgrade my tyres to wider ones, while preserving these 7-Spoke Alloys.

I tried in the Tire size calculator for getting the correct upsize. I thought of upgrading to 195/55 R14, but it gives lot of speedo error. 205/55 R14 is close. Is this possible on Ikon?

Btw, one more thing! While driving in the Ikon having stock tyres, the speed shown by the GPS is lesser than the speed shown on the speedo of the Ikon. On the Santro's speedo, running stock tyres shows exactly same speed as shown by the GPS. I'm wondering, is the speedo calibrated in the Ikon for the ACTUAL tyre size of the 1.3 version, i.e., maybe 155/80 R13 or 175/70 R13. Any queries on this? I don't remember exactly, but the difference was abt 2-5 km/h.

-Absar

kpzen · 24th April 2007, 21:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Absar

Hi there. I have a 2005 Ford Ikon 1.6. I'm running on stock tyres now, i.e. 175/65 R14, Ford 7-Spoke Alloys. I want to upgrade my tyres to wider ones, while preserving these 7-Spoke Alloys.

I tried in the Tire size calculator for getting the correct upsize. I thought of upgrading to 195/55 R14, but it gives lot of speedo error. 205/55 R14 is close. Is this possible on Ikon?

Btw, one more thing! While driving in the Ikon having stock tyres, the speed shown by the GPS is lesser than the speed shown on the speedo of the Ikon. On the Santro's speedo, running stock tyres shows exactly same speed as shown by the GPS. I'm wondering, is the speedo calibrated in the Ikon for the ACTUAL tyre size of the 1.3 version, i.e., maybe 155/80 R13 or 175/70 R13. Any queries on this? I don't remember exactly, but the difference was abt 2-5 km/h.

-Absar

Whats the size of alloys?? 14x ?? J

If its 5J then u cant put 195 + tyres

Absar · 25th April 2007, 17:56

^ Err.. No idea! Its the stock alloys given by Ford...!

-Absar

kpzen · 25th April 2007, 18:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Absar

^ Err.. No idea! Its the stock alloys given by Ford...!

-Absar

Stock 13" steel rims are 5J ....No idea about 14" ..........

Absar · 25th April 2007, 22:46

I don't know about the Stock Ford 7-Spoke Alloys.. Perhaps someone could enlighten on this? So, supposing it is 5.5J will 205 be possible?

-Absar

kpzen · 25th April 2007, 22:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Absar

So, supposing it is 5.5J will 205 be possible?

-Absar

No No No...!!!

For 195 section tyres the ideal rim size is 6J so 205 will need 6J or more.....

iraghava · 25th April 2007, 23:41

KP - I think it would be ok for him to fit 185/195 if the alloy is 5/5.5J. 205's anyway would run the danger of fouling with the rear arches.

1100D · 26th April 2007, 00:28

My car has the stock 7-spoke and its 5.5 J. My tyres are 185/65 R14 its got a 2.3 % higher Rolling radius. However that extra radius compensates for the speedo error. Moreover, 185/60 would have meant a lower rolling radius and a hence a lower final drive with more speedo error and lower efficiency.

I wanted to fit the 195/60, its the nearest to the stock rolling radius, but the Goodyear dealer informed that on the Ikon, 195's graze the inside surface of the wheel well. He suggested using spacers, an Idea I did not like.

Absar · 26th April 2007, 10:06

Oh then I'm dropping this idea of getting upsized tyres. I wanted to get 205/55 R14 but requires spaces or atleast 195/60 but then disadvantage 1100D mentioned. So i'm sticking to stock 175/65.

But still, what about the speedo error on stock tyres itself?

-Absar

VC12 · 4th May 2007, 11:54

Hi Young Icon,

I too have Apr 2006 IKON flair panther black and am in similar situation ,planning for upgarde of alloys, tyres and other cosmetic changes.

I did take a good look at avilable good Alloys, take look at Motoaxis , Solarshode at Minster road they have good stock of Neo, Aura, HR,BSA wheels.

Personally i love HR designs very cool, but worried abt the reliability, many suggest Aura or Neo being Indian is better bet( but very bland designs).

Check out URL's:

home

www.saimagwheels.com ( FOR HR models)

neoalloywheels.com

young_icon · 25th September 2007, 18:14

Thanks VC ..this is by far the most helpful post i ve got...however just a suggestion...go for whatever brand you like ..they are all as relaible.. and i too feel Neo and Aura are boring...i like HR..league and Plati ..so when i d upgrade i d go for either of these.

Quote:

Originally Posted by VC12

Hi Young Icon,

I too have Apr 2006 IKON flair panther black and am in similar situation ,planning for upgarde of alloys, tyres and other cosmetic changes.

I did take a good look at avilable good Alloys, take look at Motoaxis , Solarshode at Minster road they have good stock of Neo, Aura, HR,BSA wheels.

Personally i love HR designs very cool, but worried abt the reliability, many suggest Aura or Neo being Indian is better bet( but very bland designs).

Check out URL's:

home

www.saimagwheels.com ( FOR HR models)

neoalloywheels.com

gaurav_diavolo · 26th September 2007, 13:28

I am sailing in the same boat (read car...1.6zxi 2005) I want to preserve my 7 spoke alloys but with better tyres.....i m currently using michelin but not satisfied to the max.......would love to upgrade. Can anyone please give the ideal size with lowest possible profile and maximum width with no change to anything else (alloy, speedo error or addition of extensions). Its 175/65 tyre with 14 in' 5.5J stock alloys.

17th December 2006, 18:31	#1
young_icon BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 25 Thanked: 0 Times	max tyre/alloy size for my Ikon? plz help Hi I have a 2006 Aug Ford Ikon Flair....want to upgrade to better tyres and alloys....please let me know what should be the ideal tyre/alloys upgrade? Have a few things in mind... 1. the ride quality should not detoriate very much..a little here n there is fine 2. the handling and roadholding should definitely improve. 3. The alloys got to look good..aint very fond of Chrome, Would ideally want Black or Brushed alumunium. 4. My budget is around Rs 25,000. 5. do let me know any sites where i could visit and check alloys.. 6. Please let me know what brand of alloys should i go for? Thanks Ansh
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17th December 2006, 19:07	#2
kpzen Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Faridabad Posts: 5,610 Thanked: 1,876 Times View My Garage	Get 185/60-14 tyres with 14" alloys Search around there are threads on brands of alloys with their respective links.. KP
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17th December 2006, 19:36	#3
abhibh Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Back in the HOOD near you! Posts: 2,768 Thanked: 39 Times	As kp said stick to 14 inches and here are some websites where you can have a look at the alloys LEAGUE Alloy Co., Ltd Neo Wheels India ¦X´¼¤u·~ªÑ¥÷¦³**¤½¥q home
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24th April 2007, 20:08	#4
Absar BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 560 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	Hi there. I have a 2005 Ford Ikon 1.6. I'm running on stock tyres now, i.e. 175/65 R14, Ford 7-Spoke Alloys. I want to upgrade my tyres to wider ones, while preserving these 7-Spoke Alloys. I tried in the Tire size calculator for getting the correct upsize. I thought of upgrading to 195/55 R14, but it gives lot of speedo error. 205/55 R14 is close. Is this possible on Ikon? Btw, one more thing! While driving in the Ikon having stock tyres, the speed shown by the GPS is lesser than the speed shown on the speedo of the Ikon. On the Santro's speedo, running stock tyres shows exactly same speed as shown by the GPS. I'm wondering, is the speedo calibrated in the Ikon for the ACTUAL tyre size of the 1.3 version, i.e., maybe 155/80 R13 or 175/70 R13. Any queries on this? I don't remember exactly, but the difference was abt 2-5 km/h. -Absar Last edited by Absar : 24th April 2007 at 20:09.
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25th April 2007, 17:56	#6
Absar BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 560 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	^ Err.. No idea! Its the stock alloys given by Ford...! -Absar Last edited by Absar : 25th April 2007 at 17:58.
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25th April 2007, 22:46	#8
Absar BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 560 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	I don't know about the Stock Ford 7-Spoke Alloys.. Perhaps someone could enlighten on this? So, supposing it is 5.5J will 205 be possible? -Absar Last edited by Absar : 25th April 2007 at 22:48.
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25th April 2007, 23:41	#10
iraghava Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bhaiyyaland Posts: 8,033 Thanked: 265 Times View My Garage	KP - I think it would be ok for him to fit 185/195 if the alloy is 5/5.5J. 205's anyway would run the danger of fouling with the rear arches.
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26th April 2007, 00:28	#11
1100D Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calcutta Posts: 4,390 Thanked: 4,096 Times View My Garage	My car has the stock 7-spoke and its 5.5 J. My tyres are 185/65 R14 its got a 2.3 % higher Rolling radius. However that extra radius compensates for the speedo error. Moreover, 185/60 would have meant a lower rolling radius and a hence a lower final drive with more speedo error and lower efficiency. I wanted to fit the 195/60, its the nearest to the stock rolling radius, but the Goodyear dealer informed that on the Ikon, 195's graze the inside surface of the wheel well. He suggested using spacers, an Idea I did not like.
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26th April 2007, 10:06	#12
Absar BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 560 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	Oh then I'm dropping this idea of getting upsized tyres. I wanted to get 205/55 R14 but requires spaces or atleast 195/60 but then disadvantage 1100D mentioned. So i'm sticking to stock 175/65. But still, what about the speedo error on stock tyres itself? -Absar Last edited by Absar : 26th April 2007 at 10:10.
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4th May 2007, 11:54	#13
VC12 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 297 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	Hi Young Icon, I too have Apr 2006 IKON flair panther black and am in similar situation ,planning for upgarde of alloys, tyres and other cosmetic changes. I did take a good look at avilable good Alloys, take look at Motoaxis , Solarshode at Minster road they have good stock of Neo, Aura, HR,BSA wheels. Personally i love HR designs very cool, but worried abt the reliability, many suggest Aura or Neo being Indian is better bet( but very bland designs). Check out URL's: home www.saimagwheels.com ( FOR HR models) neoalloywheels.com
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26th September 2007, 13:28	#15
gaurav_diavolo BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaipur Posts: 148 Thanked: 91 Times	I am sailing in the same boat (read car...1.6zxi 2005) I want to preserve my 7 spoke alloys but with better tyres.....i m currently using michelin but not satisfied to the max.......would love to upgrade. Can anyone please give the ideal size with lowest possible profile and maximum width with no change to anything else (alloy, speedo error or addition of extensions). Its 175/65 tyre with 14 in' 5.5J stock alloys.
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