Michelin Energy XM1+ & Bridgestone Turanza ER-60....The Best Allrounders?

m8002? · 23rd February 2009, 14:10

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Originally Posted by anachronix

Finally swapped rubber on my Ikon.

I put on the Continental Eco Contact 3 with upsize to 185/65 R14 from 175/65 R14. The ride feels more cushioned except for the lame feeling that I notice a slight performance drop.

Hi,
Can you also mention the cost of these typres?

thanks
m8002?

anachronix · 23rd February 2009, 14:49

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Originally Posted by m8002?

Hi,
Can you also mention the cost of these typres?

thanks
m8002?

The price was 3700 per tire! I dint negotiate much

mobike008 · 24th February 2009, 18:41

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Originally Posted by finneyp

Yes Mobike, XM1 is the older version, go for XM1+ only.

Can someone let me know the best price for Michelin XM1+ for 195/60/R14? I am getting the best quote in Hyderabad for Rs.4325/Tyre. What's the price in other cities?

Also, is the above the correct upsize for an Accent Viva CRDi? Look forward to some inputs

mobike008 · 25th February 2009, 13:45

Bump, Bump! Can someone respond to my last post

Nikhilb2008 · 25th February 2009, 14:04

The tyre is 4500 here in Bangalore.

What is the stock size on the Viva CRDi? 175/70-13 or 175/65-14?

MalluDude · 25th February 2009, 14:21

Stock viva CRDi rides on 175/70-13. The common upsize is 185/60-14.
@mobike, 195/60/R14 seems the wrong size. 195/55-14 might be better(if there's such a size!)

Nikhilb2008 · 25th February 2009, 14:44

There is no 195/55-14. 195/60-14 can still fit I think. It might be a little bigger than usual, but I think it will fit without any major problems.

I'm running the NHC(Stock is 175/65-14) 195/60-14s. No problems whatsoever.

mobike008 · 25th February 2009, 14:49

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

The tyre is 4500 here in Bangalore.What is the stock size on the Viva CRDi? 175/70-13 or 175/65-14?

Thanks, i am getting the same quote from most dealers. However, Rs.4325 was the best amongst the lot. Plus, no charges for using your CC and icing on the cake is he is ready to take back the stock tyres and 13" alloys too.

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Originally Posted by MalluDude

Stock viva CRDi rides on 175/70-13. The common upsize is 185/60-14. @mobike, 195/60/R14 seems the wrong size. 195/55-14 might be better(if there's such a size!)

55 profile will make sure that i am riding on bumpy roads at all times

. So, i guess will stick to 60

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

There is no 195/55-14. 195/60-14 can still fit I think. It might be a little bigger than usual, but I think it will fit without any major problems. I'm running the NHC(Stock is 175/65-14) 195/60-14s. No problems whatsoever.

Thanks for the confirmation, i know 195 is much wider but i am hoping it increases the handling to a large extent.

Hope the downsizing of your profile from 65 to 60 haven't given you much of sleepless nights?

dushmish · 25th February 2009, 16:16

I am planning to change the footwear of my Dzire ZDi from stock JK 185/70/14 to Michelin 185/70/14 Energy XM+1. My car has done 7500 km in 3.5 months. I have done one wheel rotation at 5000 as recommended. How much should I expect for my used tyres as I would give them in exchange?

I am planning to go to a Michelin Dealer - Acme Tyres, SV Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai.

Early response will appreciated as I am planning to get the tyres changed today itself.

kpzen · 25th February 2009, 16:17

Mobike
195/60-14 will fit without any issues.
Have u decided on tires ?

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Originally Posted by mobike008

Hope the downsizing of your profile from 65 to 60 haven't given you much of sleepless nights?

Why?
195/60-14 will have better ride quality than 175/65-14.

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Originally Posted by dushmish

How much should I expect for my used tyres as I would give them in exchange?

Roughly 1800 per tire.

ThE_DoN · 25th February 2009, 16:22

I suggest you rather go for 195/70-14's. They will fir nicely on your 5.5" alloys.

Regarding the 185's they cost around 37-3800 and expect around 500/t for your used set.

Let us know your decision and expenses !

Quote:

Originally Posted by dushmish

I am planning to change the footwear of my Dzire ZDi from stock JK 185/70/14 to Michelin 185/70/14 Energy XM+1. My car has done 7500 km in 3.5 months. I have done one wheel rotation at 5000 as recommended. How much should I expect for my used tyres as I would give them in exchange?

I am planning to go to a Michelin Dealer - Acme Tyres, SV Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai.

Early response will appreciated as I am planning to get the tyres changed today itself.

dushmish · 25th February 2009, 16:27

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Originally Posted by ThE_DoN

I suggest you rather go for 195/70-14's. They will fir nicely on your 5.5" alloys.

Regarding the 185's they cost around 37-3800 and expect around 500/t for your used set.

Let us know your decision and expenses !

Thanks for the response Don!

How is a 195 better than 185? I mean how does it improve the ride quality? And what is the compromise on FE?

I post on my ownership review thread. Shall definitely post about the change of footwear and the price etc.

mobike008 · 25th February 2009, 16:46

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Originally Posted by kpzen

Mobike
195/60-14 will fit without any issues.
Have u decided on tires ? Why?
195/60-14 will have better ride quality than 175/65-14.

I am glad to hear that. I have decided on 195/60/R14 and tyre brand decided is Michelin Energy XM1+ which i am getting for Rs.4325/Tyre.

How much can i expect for my used tyres ( Done 35K till today) and is still in tip top shape?

How much can i expect for my prestige alloys ( 13") which i bought for 14.7K for a set of 4 about two years ago?

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThE_DoN

I suggest you rather go for 195/70-14's. They will fir nicely on your 5.5" alloys.

Regarding the 185's they cost around 37-3800 and expect around 500/t for your used set.

Let us know your decision and expenses !

When you go for a wider tyre, shouldn't the J of alloys be minimum 6"?

Btw, 185 profile 14 inchers are available in Hyderabad for Rs.3650.

dushmish · 25th February 2009, 16:59

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Originally Posted by mobike008

When you go for a wider tyre, shouldn't the J of alloys be minimum 6"?

Btw, 185 profile 14 inchers are available in Hyderabad for Rs.3650.

Mobike, please let me know if 185 is the right size or 195 it is.

Also what impact does it have on handling and FE.

kpzen · 25th February 2009, 16:59

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Originally Posted by mobike008

1. How much can i expect for my used tyres ( Done 35K till today) and is still in tip top shape?
2. How much can i expect for my prestige alloys ( 13") which i bought for 14.7K for a set of 4 about two years ago?
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Good tire choice. Do not forget to rotate them every 5k kms.

1. Better not to expect anything.

2. Around 6k. Right now a set of 14" HR comes for 12k.

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Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,138 Times	The tyre is 4500 here in Bangalore. What is the stock size on the Viva CRDi? 175/70-13 or 175/65-14?
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25th February 2009, 14:21	#81
MalluDude BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kochi Posts: 397 Thanked: 56 Times View My Garage	Stock viva CRDi rides on 175/70-13. The common upsize is 185/60-14. @mobike, 195/60/R14 seems the wrong size. 195/55-14 might be better(if there's such a size!)
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25th February 2009, 14:44	#82
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,138 Times	There is no 195/55-14. 195/60-14 can still fit I think. It might be a little bigger than usual, but I think it will fit without any major problems. I'm running the NHC(Stock is 175/65-14) 195/60-14s. No problems whatsoever.
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25th February 2009, 16:16	#84
dushmish BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 418 Thanked: 82 Times View My Garage	I am planning to change the footwear of my Dzire ZDi from stock JK 185/70/14 to Michelin 185/70/14 Energy XM+1. My car has done 7500 km in 3.5 months. I have done one wheel rotation at 5000 as recommended. How much should I expect for my used tyres as I would give them in exchange? I am planning to go to a Michelin Dealer - Acme Tyres, SV Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai. Early response will appreciated as I am planning to get the tyres changed today itself.
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