Tires for V12

Peter S30

27 November 2007 at 15:40 #46961

Dear Forum members,

I am wondering if somebody made experience with different brands of tires for the V12
here is a supplier for different brands (width from 140 to 175mm) http://www.longstonetyres.co.uk/search.php?searchMethod=term&searchTerm=600%2F650+X+18

regards
Peter

Peter S30

28 January 2008 at 15:39 #47162

Hi all V12 drivers,

which tires do you have on your cars, 6.00/6.50×18, but which brand, width ?

what are your experiences ?

The ones I have now are with much profile but old and cracked and I assume they are a bit risky and I have to get new ones

Julian Messent

6 February 2008 at 16:16 #47185

Michelin Cable comfort or “double Rivet’ as they are commonly known, 600/650×18 is by far the best tyre and correct size combination for your car Peter.
But not cheap.

Best regards,
Julian.

Peter S30

10 February 2008 at 11:15 #47191

Thank you Julian,
The cheaper “Excelsior” has a less pronounced profile and is narrower (140 compared to 175mm)
Why are the Michelin better?

Julian Messent

12 February 2008 at 13:43 #47195

Hi Peter,
Simple answer is Quality, tyre compound and size,
Michelin have tried hard to come up with a very good all round tyre with the Double Rivet design and these are VERY well suited to larger heavier and more powerful cars such as the V12.
The Excelsior are really not a good tyre in my opinion, and fitting the correct size tyre is quite important to get the best from the V12.
Have you heard of “Tupperware” ;o)
Even with tyres “you usually get what you pay for”

Best regards,
Julian