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Based on that it would seem the Goodyears are a better choice for "me" over the Michelin, as they are cheaper (only by £30, but its still £30, part of which can go towards the cans of tyre gunk) and they might last a bit longer, which again is better value.

The only way I drive on the edge is my ability, not the tyres performance :D

So the message I am hearing is that there isn't 1 clear "winner" as there are several different opinions, and the premium tyres are all pretty close, so there isn't really a "wrong" answer. Therefore other variables come into play, i.e. driving style, brand loyalty, cost etc.

And add to that the improvement over runflats, anything is going to be better than what I currently have!

I think I've decided on the Goodyears. This thread could go round in circles so I've got to make a choice at some point. Thanks everyone for your input.
 
oh, another question I just thought of:

How do non-rft tyres in general stand up to potholes etc? On my way to work they re-surfaced the road, but for some reason didn't raise the drain covers, and as its a twisty narrow country road, you have no choice but to drive over them (or into the oncoming traffic). So they aren't "potholes" but still "holes".

They should be gentler due to softer sidewalls, but what about prone to damage?
 
There is nothing wrong with the Goodyears so you have made a decent choice. The non runflats will be more forgiving than the run flats of bumps, ruts etc. Run flats were also well known for causing cracks in aluminium wheels so all round they are a better choice.
 
I can thoroughly recommend the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti

rears are £125 each on black circles.
http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Vredestein/Ultrac-Vorti.htm

Arguably as good as the Michelin pilot sport 4's and £40 a corner cheaper.
 
Have been following the tyre debate with interest as at some point will need to change the current 19" wheels original factory run flats.

Just want to chuck these in to the mix … has anyone tried Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 Run Flats? According to Black Circles they have better fuel and noise levels than the three non-run flats that seem popular on the forum. They are not quite as good in the rain and would the ride quality be any better?

Planning on:
Front: 235 35 R19 91Y
Rear: 255 35 R19 96Y (current 30 profile)

Uniroyal RainSport 3: Fuel: C Rain: A DB: 73
Goodyear Eagle F1: Fuel: C Rain: A DB: 69
Michelin Pilot Sport 4: Fuel: C Rain: A DB: 71
Goodyear Eagle Asym 3 (RF): Fuel: B Rain: B DB: 67
 
Personally I think its a good idea to go up a profile on the fronts if you are doing so on the rear.

This probably explains it better than I can:

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Thanks Nick9one1 a very good point (and diagram :D) and I can see the rationale for upping the profile front and back.

I presume there are no issues with the increased profiles front and back catching the bodywork? We have a completely standard 2014 e89 2.0 M-Sport Auto with 326M 19" Wheel Rims.
 
New z4 owner and had a real mix of tyres on the car when bought. Some rfs, some not. Ride was awful. After a load of research I took advice from local tyre shop who I have used for years. They recommended Lassa Driveway Sport which are basically a Bridgestone. Had the a couple of weeks and have transformed the car. All non run flats.
 
Had terrible ride with the runflats. Goodyear Eagle F1s are great performance tire options with a relatively soft and comfy sidewall (compared to rivals). Ride is still shockingly hard but the non-runflats definitely help.
 
Hi Tinker15

How did you get on with the Falkens? I am having mine fitted this weekend although changinf the rears to 245/35/19.

Thank you

Tinker15 said:
I’m changing the wheels (long story) on my E89. They are 18inch at present but have decided to go for 19inch. I may live to regret it. The tyres I’m going for are Falken Azenis FK510 in 225 35 R19 for the front and 255 30 R19 for the rear. They are not run flats but neither were the tyres on the 18inch wheels. The Falkens get decent reviews http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Falken/Azenis-FK510.htm and are reasonably priced.
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Got Eagle F1s fitted in place of the Potenza runflats last week, completely transforms the car. Genuinely is drives so much better in every way, much quieter and compliant ride and the grip is so so much better. Actually drives like you expect it to now.
 
Chris1712 said:
Got Eagle F1s fitted in place of the Potenza runflats last week, completely transforms the car. Genuinely is drives so much better in every way, much quieter and compliant ride and the grip is so so much better. Actually drives like you expect it to now.
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Exactly the same as my experience! Quieter (can hear the exhaust more), smoother and more cushioned over pot-holes. Also improved the rattles!!!

Don't know why they didn't do this as standard, and have runflats as an option!
 
ihadablackdog said:
Don't know why they didn't do this as standard, and have runflats as an option!
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It's a shame really - after all Ms don't have runflats!

Strangely when Mrs Tidy bought her first Mini in 2003 she had a choice of run-flats, or normal tyres and a space-saver - she went for the latter option!
 
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