5u3zEr0 0 Report post Posted January 21, 2010 I would have stuck to the Bridgestone's instead of the Apollo's but I guess they are more or less the same and it boils down to personal choice. Anyway for your normal driving I don't think you need expensive performance tyres. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sb-alto 21 Report post Posted January 21, 2010 Thanks Subzero Will go for the one which is cheaper. Got some pics of my old tyre as well as a BridgestoneS248 and apollo amazer xl. My old tyre My old tyre again Big and deep cracks Can you read the Mfd date? How to read? BridgestoneS248 Bridgestone S248 tread. Note channel cracks. Apollo amazer wall Apollo amazer tread design Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neerajd 7 Report post Posted February 7, 2012 Guys, even I'm looking forward to change my Swift's JK Tornado 165-70-R14 to a similar size or an upsize 185-70-R14. I visited a dealership recently and they quoted 3200 a tire (165-70-R14) and 4200 (185-70-R14) for Goodyear Duraplus. Michelin 185 section quote was 4500 a piece. Now, I haven't checked for Bridgestone, Apollo or any other tire. The only thing is an upsize will give me better road grip but will eat on the average. I currently get about 16-17 a liter on my car. I kinda like it and don't want to compromise on that What I'm looking for is a decent ride quality and good road grip. The current stock tires are about 45k old now and the ride quality has become a little harder. The dealer suggested me to go for the same size (165) Goodyear Durplus. Your take on this? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteem 0 Report post Posted February 7, 2012 Can't resist to share my personal experince especially when it comes to tyres. I drive a 6 year plus esteem which now runs on Yoko - A Drives(Tubeless). Goodyears Tubeless were the OE fit & trust you me they were good for the first 7000 km after that it was indeed a nightmare for the next 25000 Km. It was then when I decided to opt for the A-Drives & hers how they compare: 1. Number of years on A-Drives: 4 Plus 2. Run: 45777KM 3. Number of flats: ''NA - 0 - Null'' Not even a single flat in last 4 years, the technology amazes me everyday. My suggestion to everyone: 1. Yokohama are the best. 2. Followed by Michelin 3. & Bridgestone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goenkakushal 30 Report post Posted February 7, 2012 Perfect!! This is the thread i was looking for. I wish to upgrade to 15" tyre for my New Swift Dzire. Kindly guide which tyre is good for general use, no high performance or racing tires required. 195/60 R15 is the one which I think is most suitable. Cost aprox 4900 each for bridgestone RE 88 or Yokohama A drive, offer for buy back of tyre 165/80 R14 by dealer 2500 each. Kindly advice on brand, size, price and Shop too if you can. Sorry to Mods for not posting my Tyre related query here before. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neerajd 7 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 @Kushal, how old are your tires?? 2500 each is a steep amount (and a good amount) for a buy back!! @Esteem: Are Yoko soft rubber? I'm told Michelin is soft and so it'll tread faster. If its Bridgstone which is the 3rd best, which range would you suggest to go for (either the 165 or the 185) Is anyone using Goodyear Duraplus here? Kindly share your views. Seeking advice from seniors as well... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goenkakushal 30 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 @neeraj My friend those are New tires on my new Swift provided by company Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rt24596 0 Report post Posted March 22, 2012 i have a zen estilo vxi. i want to change all tyres and rims. i prefer stock size. please suggest me tyres and alloy rims with their approximate prices. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creativebala 178 Report post Posted July 21, 2012 Good Yr tyres are known to wobble after few thousand kms, so its best to stay away. I think this is the same issue faced by ur member ESTEEM as well. w.r.to Buy back price, any thing other than JK fetches good money. Goen is getting such a money may be because his tyres are MRF. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anirudh 0 Report post Posted May 15, 2013 i a confined to tubed 165 80 R 13 size for my palio 1.2 2002 model-was thinking of using michelin but they dont have the size so then finally had to get hold of bridgestones.was keen to get tubeless types but there was so much confusion in many car forums abt whether old rims will accomodate such tyres or not so dropped he idea Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PrancingHorse 1 Report post Posted May 15, 2013 Well all cars today come with tubeless tyres as OEM and as we see not all come with alloys. Though they say tubeless are perfectly matched with alloys, I think your steel wheels would have taken them anyways Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sibasis_FIAT 5 Report post Posted April 4, 2014 Guys do have a look on this URL www.changemytyre.com All brands and nearly all sizes tyres are available here. One can purchase online at a very competitive price. Its a very innovative venture. Hope it will help many. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sachins 51 Report post Posted April 4, 2014 Guys do have a look on this URL www.changemytyre.com All brands and nearly all sizes tyres are available here. One can purchase online at a very competitive price. Its a very innovative venture. Hope it will help many. Thanks. Yes, it seems to be very good site. Gives all the information and guides you to proper tyre as per your requirement (stock, upsize). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
