Maruti Suzuki Ritz : Tyre & wheel upgrade thread

Nikhilb2008 · 31st July 2009, 17:38

Itwasntme --- Which tyre are you getting for 3300? Yoko I assume? Or Bridgestone.

itwasntme · 31st July 2009, 23:24

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

Itwasntme --- Which tyre are you getting for 3300? Yoko I assume? Or Bridgestone.

Nikhil, will have to confirm that with the father-in-law. He was rather upset (because he wanted the upsize for safety as well as looks), and thus mentioned only the rate and not the brand offered at his Kolkata tyre shop.

I assume it's either the A Drives, BS ER60s or the Michelin XM1+ but will certainly confirm tomorrow.

Nikhilb2008 · 31st July 2009, 23:47

It's too cheap to be the Michelins unless there's a huge price difference between here and there.

I assume it's either the BS or the Yokos.

pullikutty · 1st August 2009, 22:31

hi BHPians can anyone tell me what is the difference b/w yoko A Drive & yoko A drive R1. which one i should go or Ritz . how much it will cost for both.

Nikhilb2008 · 1st August 2009, 23:41

A drive R1 is not available for 14". It is available only for 16" and above. So, your choice is limited to the A Drive.

pullikutty · 2nd August 2009, 01:00

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

A drive R1 is not available for 14". It is available only for 16" and above. So, your choice is limited to the A Drive.

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shreeps · 6th August 2009, 14:07

Hi Guys, I hope this is not totally

My dad's booked a Ritz Zxi which already comes with the 185/70 14 tyres and alloy wheels.

I am fine with the tyre specs but just wanted some opinions on whether it makes sense to upgrade to Michelins or Yoko from the stock tyres (which are either JK or Bridgestone depending on the manufactured lot - as per the dealer)

Is there a tremendous improvement in ride quality and decrease in tyre/road noise if I use say Michelin XM1s or Yoko A drive

Nikhilb2008 · 6th August 2009, 14:57

Do upgrade. There is quite a substantial difference between the OEM JKs and Michelin/Yokos.

pullikutty · 6th August 2009, 17:26

Nikhil there was a thread saying the problem happened with yoko A drive...is it a lonely incident or should i go for Michelin which is costlier than yokos....i have to really brain wash my father for a upgrade so finally if yokos turn to be problamatic thn i will be screwed....

If u feel that is a lonely incident then i think i can go for Yoko A drives...if u are unlucky the same can happen to Micelins also...

shreeps · 6th August 2009, 20:05

Thanks Nikhil
Just to get an idea, can anyone tell me

How much should I expect for the stock JK 185/70 14 tyres?
What is the ballpark figure for Michelin XM1+?
What is the ballpark figure for Yoko A drive?

Thanks

Nikhilb2008 · 6th August 2009, 21:19

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Originally Posted by pullikutty

Nikhil there was a thread saying the problem happened with yoko A drive...is it a lonely incident or should i go for Michelin which is costlier than yokos....i have to really brain wash my father for a upgrade so finally if yokos turn to be problamatic thn i will be screwed....

If u feel that is a lonely incident then i think i can go for Yoko A drives...if u are unlucky the same can happen to Micelins also...

Well, there is no guarantee that it wont happen with Michelin or Bridgestone. It is just your luck and also your way of driving on bad roads.

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Originally Posted by shreeps

Thanks Nikhil
Just to get an idea, can anyone tell me

How much should I expect for the stock JK 185/70 14 tyres?
What is the ballpark figure for Michelin XM1+?
What is the ballpark figure for Yoko A drive?

Thanks

You should get around 1800 for your stock tyres. Being in Pune, maybe you can get more.

XM1+ is around 3650/-. A drive should be around 3150. These are BLR prices. Pune should be cheaper especially for Michelin.

shreeps · 7th August 2009, 12:18

Thanks Nikhil - that is really helpful

Can anyone recommend some good tyre dealers in Pune?

shreeps · 7th August 2009, 13:10

Sorry, forgot to ask the most important question:

What is the recommended tyre upsize for Ritz Zxi with 185/70/14s?

Nikhilb2008 · 7th August 2009, 14:16

Well, Darshan Tyres and N Mehta tyres are the two biggest dealers. Combined, they almost have a monopoly in the market! Give them a try.

shreeps · 7th August 2009, 15:07

Ok - thanks Nikhil. Any idea about the correct tyre size to go in for? Or is 185/70 R14 good enough?

31st July 2009, 17:38	#46
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,137 Times	Itwasntme --- Which tyre are you getting for 3300? Yoko I assume? Or Bridgestone.
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31st July 2009, 23:47	#48
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,137 Times	It's too cheap to be the Michelins unless there's a huge price difference between here and there. I assume it's either the BS or the Yokos.
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1st August 2009, 22:31	#49
pullikutty BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: KL 08/TN 07/MH 37/WB 05 Posts: 37 Thanked: Once	hi BHPians can anyone tell me what is the difference b/w yoko A Drive & yoko A drive R1. which one i should go or Ritz . how much it will cost for both.
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1st August 2009, 23:41	#50
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,137 Times	A drive R1 is not available for 14". It is available only for 16" and above. So, your choice is limited to the A Drive.
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6th August 2009, 14:07	#52
shreeps BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 271 Thanked: 20 Times	Hi Guys, I hope this is not totally My dad's booked a Ritz Zxi which already comes with the 185/70 14 tyres and alloy wheels. I am fine with the tyre specs but just wanted some opinions on whether it makes sense to upgrade to Michelins or Yoko from the stock tyres (which are either JK or Bridgestone depending on the manufactured lot - as per the dealer) Is there a tremendous improvement in ride quality and decrease in tyre/road noise if I use say Michelin XM1s or Yoko A drive
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6th August 2009, 14:57	#53
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,137 Times	Do upgrade. There is quite a substantial difference between the OEM JKs and Michelin/Yokos.
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6th August 2009, 17:26	#54
pullikutty BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: KL 08/TN 07/MH 37/WB 05 Posts: 37 Thanked: Once	Nikhil there was a thread saying the problem happened with yoko A drive...is it a lonely incident or should i go for Michelin which is costlier than yokos....i have to really brain wash my father for a upgrade so finally if yokos turn to be problamatic thn i will be screwed.... If u feel that is a lonely incident then i think i can go for Yoko A drives...if u are unlucky the same can happen to Micelins also...
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6th August 2009, 20:05	#55
shreeps BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 271 Thanked: 20 Times	Thanks Nikhil Just to get an idea, can anyone tell me How much should I expect for the stock JK 185/70 14 tyres? What is the ballpark figure for Michelin XM1+? What is the ballpark figure for Yoko A drive? Thanks
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7th August 2009, 12:18	#57
shreeps BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 271 Thanked: 20 Times	Thanks Nikhil - that is really helpful Can anyone recommend some good tyre dealers in Pune?
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7th August 2009, 13:10	#58
shreeps BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 271 Thanked: 20 Times	Sorry, forgot to ask the most important question: What is the recommended tyre upsize for Ritz Zxi with 185/70/14s?
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7th August 2009, 14:16	#59
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,137 Times	Well, Darshan Tyres and N Mehta tyres are the two biggest dealers. Combined, they almost have a monopoly in the market! Give them a try.
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7th August 2009, 15:07	#60
shreeps BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 271 Thanked: 20 Times	Ok - thanks Nikhil. Any idea about the correct tyre size to go in for? Or is 185/70 R14 good enough?
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