11-29-2021, 11:27 AM | #177 | |
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You're right, though, at the end of the day we all pay our money and take our choice and, as a (reluctant!) X-drive owner, the issue for me has always been around what damage might be done to the system by running tyres that are different in terms of rolling circumference front to rear. Personally I've never been convinced that running the correct size tyres would cause a problem purely because they're not star marked and I'm still of that view. Moreover, the fact BMW are now sending out X-drive cars from the factory that have different rolling circumferences front to rear suggests the latest versions of the system are less sensitive to a rolling circumference difference than earlier ones. So come replacement time I'll look for a tyre that best suits my requirements (probably something like CrossClimate 2's) and go for those in a size that either matches the originals exactly or, if they don't, which have the same rolling circumference front to rear. It will be a premium brand but I honestly won't be bothered whether they're star marked or not.... |
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11-29-2021, 01:28 PM | #178 | |
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But I must say, when I first saw the wheel/tyre sizes for the new G80/82 M-cars, it grabbed my attention. I did start a bit of research in how this might be possible. Then this topic came along and more research. BMW are still being very careful what they put in print. More facts and clarity would help users make good judgements and informed decisions. |
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