Yokohama TRZ size for XA
After a lot of research I have decided on a set of TRZ's for the XA. Any benefit to going with a 190/60/15 versus the stock 185/60/15 size? I am looking to improve ride and reduce noise as much as possible. Any photos of XA's with 190/60/15's would really be appreciated!
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There's really no benefit to going wider on a narrower tire.
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I'm going to go out on a limb and say you probably mean a 195/60 15. Noise reduction is greatly built into the tire, but also operator responsibilty when put onto the car (i.e proper inflation, alignment, etc.). So a lot of road noise is dependant on you. As for improved ride, the 195 is wider giving a bigger contact patch for better grip & the sidewall is taller (60% of 195) so the ride should be smoother due to more flexing in the sidewall. But ride quality is in the hands of the steering wheel holder, only you can decide for yourself.
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Have any XA/XB owners replaced the stock 185/60/15's with 195/60/15's? If so, what was your impression of ride difference or handling changes? I have to decide by next weekend so others personal experience would really be appreciated.
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just switched myself. it is SLIGHTLY more cushy of a ride but other than that feels the same. the grip is better, but probably because those potenzas we get are s***
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If you haven't already made a purchase I would suggest the looking into a michelin. The TRZ is a great hwy tire that will last you a long time but in order to last such a long time the tire uses a harder rubber compound. For better comfort and Noise reduction look at the Michelin MXV4 Plus in the same size. They are a little softer, but are still a great hwy tire, they will be very comfortable as well.
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