Bobba

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!

burstaneurysm

There's really no benefit to going wider on a narrower tire.

Sasnuke

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.

Bobba

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.
Thanks
Bob

powhound84

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***

DiscountTireDirect

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.