Tyres

[Kevin]

I've put together these links to help in the finding of tyres for the NSX for various years.

1991 - 1993
Front 205/50ZR15 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=205&profile=50&size=15)
Rear 225/50ZR16 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=225&profile=50&size=16)

1994 - 2001
Front 215/45ZR16 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=45&size=16)
Rear 245/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=245&profile=40&size=17)

2002 - 2005
Front 215/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=40&size=17)
Rear 255/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=255&profile=40&size=17)

The tyres that are listed is not going to be an exhaustive list, and even though some tyres are listed may not be available.

[mart155]

Nice one Kev, thanks

[TheSebringOne]

Great idea Kevin! Will be very useful, especially for new members! :thumbsup:

[Silver Surfer]

On the rear with 17", how wide can the tyre be? I have 255/40/17 Toyo T1R which are running low. Can I go up to 265/40/17?

I am running 225/45/16 up front.

SS

[simonprelude]

This is the tyre size calculator I use.

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

Check and see if it is still within 5% of the OEM rolling circumference difference.

[Kevin]

This is the one I use;

http://www.alloywheels.com/tyrecalc.asp

Use the recommended width calucator to see if those 265 will fit on the rim designed for 245.

[NoelWatson]

Can you make this a sticky?

[TheQuietOne]

Done, unless Kev 'unsticks' it :D.

[Silver Surfer]

225/45/16 front

265/40/17 rear ( Can fit on Rim width 0f 9x17 to 10.5x17)

difference in diameter = 5.75%

Is this acceptable for the car's ABS/TCS ?
What's the standard Rim width on the 94+ rear alloys?


SS

[TheSebringOne]

SS, I think the tolerances are up to 5% and within this, it won't affect the TSC and maybe the ABS? Not sure exact size of oem rears 94+? its in the driver's manual, not at home now!

[Silver Surfer]

TSO,

I also thought it was a 5% tolerance but there many out there with 215/45/16 front and 255/40/17rear which measures out at 5.98% with no problem?!?:dunno:

SS

[Kevin]

That's becuase it's not how the 5% rule works.

You take the ratio of the stock front tyres to stock rear tyres, ie the 'standard ratio'.

Then with whatever tyres you get, the ratio of the new tyres has to be within 5% of the ratio of the stock tyres, ie the 'new ratio' has to be within 5% of the 'standard ratio'.

[simonprelude]

Explained slightly better than me :)


That's becuase it's not how the 5% rule works.

You take the ratio of the stock front tyres to stock rear tyres, ie the 'standard ratio'.

Then with whatever tyres you get, the ratio of the new tyres has to be within 5% of the ratio of the stock tyres, ie the 'new ratio' has to be within 5% of the 'standard ratio'.

[Silver Surfer]

Good,

I'll get some wider 265 rear tyres then.

SS

[TheSebringOne]

Sorry Kevin, but without sounding a bit below the avearge IQ, then 215 45 16 (stock fronts) and 255 40 17 (upgraded rears) should be ok as SS stated? Thats on stock oems 94+ 16/17s combo. :)

[Silver Surfer]

That's becuase it's not how the 5% rule works.

You take the ratio of the stock front tyres to stock rear tyres, ie the 'standard ratio'.

Then with whatever tyres you get, the ratio of the new tyres has to be within 5% of the ratio of the stock tyres, ie the 'new ratio' has to be within 5% of the 'standard ratio'.

Just to be pedantic....do you mean 5% of the 5% (if the stock ratio is 5% for arguement sake)....ie +/-0.25% .

215/45/16 and 245/40/17 ratio is 4.67%
215/45/16 and 255/40/17 ratio is 6%
225/45/16 and 255/40/17 ratio is 4.43% (current)
225/45/16 and 265/40/17 ratio is 5.75% (?future)

As you can see, there is more than the 5% of the stock ratio (+/- 0.25%) change yet the cars are OK?!?

SS

[madras]

I've put together these links to help in the finding of tyres for the NSX for various years.

1991 - 1993
Front 205/50ZR15 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=205&profile=50&size=15)
Rear 225/50ZR16 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=225&profile=50&size=16)

1994 - 2001
Front 215/45ZR16 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=45&size=16)
Rear 245/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=245&profile=40&size=17)

2002 - 2005
Front 215/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=40&size=17)
Rear 255/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=255&profile=40&size=17)

The tyres that are listed is not going to be an exhaustive list, and even though some tyres are listed may not be available.

Do we know the recommended pressure for all these tyres, or are they all the same for the different sizes?
Thanks

[Ciaran]

Currently running 215/40/17 upfront & 265/35/18 outback on a '95 targa without any TCS or ABS problem, and well tested at track too.. Using Kumho MX which have been great on track and reasonably priced.....

[Senninha]

Do we know the recommended pressure for all these tyres, or are they all the same for the different sizes?
Thanks
I have always been told to use the same .... however, if someone know different, ie by checking their manuals? please let us know.

regards,

[TheSebringOne]

Just had 255 40 17 GY F1 GSD3s rear tyres fitted, they stated their guide for that particular tyre & size, recommends 33 PSI, but when I questioned this, they stated this is only advisory!? My previous oem 245 BS RE010 was 40 PSI, but I know when you go wider, it normally means less PSI is required. Is 33 psi about right guys for those with GY 255s or any other 255 tyre brands? Cheers :dunno:

[NoelWatson]

Just had 255 40 17 GY F1 GSD3s rear tyres fitted, they stated their guide for that particular tyre & size, recommends 33 PSI, but when I questioned this, they stated this is only advisory!? My previous BS RE010 was 40 PSI, but I know when you go wider, it normally means less PSI is required. Is 33 psi about right guys for those with GY 255s or any other 255 tyre brands? Cheers :dunno:


The sticker on my driver door states 40PSI for my 255 standard fit tyres (2002 facelift)

[TheSebringOne]

How long for new tyres to bed/wear in? Went out for quick spin last weekend, with 33 PSI after tyre fitted weekend before, what big mistake! I did'nt boot it since back felt slightly spongy! Got home, put it up to 40 PSI, then went out last night, it felt firmer, but thought the grip was'nt there when compared to the oems BS RE010 before. Mind you they were probably at the most grippiest when near the TWI. Hopefully the GY Eagle F1s will be brilliant when worn little! Only done 10 miles carefully at 33PSI and 15 miles at 40 PSI. :dunno:

[Senninha]

How long for new tyres to bed/wear in? ......... Only done 10 miles carefully at 33PSI and 15 miles at 40 PSI. :dunno:
James,

With your annual mileage it will take about 6 months :)

I have the F1's and they took a good 500 miles to really bed in. When I first drove them I thought I'd made a big mistake as they lacked feel, bite, steering feedback. They do improve with the miles. Mine have done around 7k and are wearing evenly with OEM suspension settings.

Also, even though the suns been out lately there will be very littel heat in the tarmac so with only a 10 mile run you will not even be getting the tyres warmed up enough to even think about getting decent grip.

You're just going to have to drive it more!

HTH, regards Paul

[TheSebringOne]

Can't sleep! Thanks Paul, I guess I will have to drive it more then :) but will only go out if its sunny or wait until Spring proper :( Shame they take 500 miles or so to really bed in :( One thing I'm really hoping for too is the side walls are stiff enough, I know they may not be like the BS RE010s but these are no longer made:angry:

[goldnsx]

Eagle F1 GS-D3 have pretty stiff sidewalls. Mine have still too much thread on them to feel as good as the OEM Yoko 215/45/16. But ok, my fault, I went with 205/45/16.
If you really want stiff sidewalls, get Bridgestones.

[TheSebringOne]

Reading Monaco92 thread about tyre grip, I looked at the side shoulder block of my new 255s GY F1 GSD3s (only done 50 miles) & wander is the recommended 40 psi as with 245s too high? Seems like the curved or the 90 degrees of tread & sidewall mean theres less contact patch? I know I have to wait until the they worn down as Paul said, maybe 500 miles or more with TSC left on (no burning rubber!). Those with 02+ 255s states it should be 40 psi for oems BS or Dunlops, but when I had tyre put on, the garage states the overall recommended is only 33, which is far too under inflated!? What a pain tyres are with OEMs are no longer available! :dunno::dunno:

[Monaco92]

Reading Monaco92 thread about tyre grip, I looked at the side shoulder block of my new 255s GY F1 GSD3s (only done 50 miles) & wander is the recommended 40 psi as with 245s too high? Seems like the curved or the 90 degrees of tread & sidewall mean theres less contact patch? I know I have to wait until the they worn down as Paul said, maybe 500 miles or more with TSC left on (no burning rubber!). Those with 02+ 255s states it should be 40 psi for oems BS or Dunlops, but when I had tyre put on, the garage states the overall recommended is only 33, which is far too under inflated!? What a pain tyres are with OEMs are no longer available! :dunno::dunno:

I'm no expert but wouldn't reducing tyre pressure result in a tyre with more lateral movement of the sidewall ? Although I have reduced mine to 37psi to see the difference...when I get round to driving it.

[TheSebringOne]

Yes thats why I put them up from 33 to 40 psi & the bouncyness had reduced & improved. Let us know how you get on with 37, but I think its a case of being patient & waiting for wear to make the tyres sit flatter/wider, but then theres less tread depth, but thats no problem since I don't drive her when raining! Guess its a case of drive her more or change tyres, which is pointless as brand new!

[vic]

Hi guys, sorry, I've a dumb question. If I only know the size of the rim, how do I then work out which size tyre to use? Say, i'm looking at wheels with width of either 7, 7.5 or 8 (x17 or 18), how do i work out the width of the tyres?

As always, your thoughts are much appreicated.

cheers

Vic

[TheSebringOne]

It would help to know the sizes of your alloys! Then go onto a tyre supplier's website, type in the size of your alloys, then a selection would appear, but you want a wider tyre, use Simon's above tyre calculator to be within the 5% tolerances for nor triggering your ABS & TCS lights. HTH

[vic]

That's becuase it's not how the 5% rule works.

You take the ratio of the stock front tyres to stock rear tyres, ie the 'standard ratio'.

Then with whatever tyres you get, the ratio of the new tyres has to be within 5% of the ratio of the stock tyres, ie the 'new ratio' has to be within 5% of the 'standard ratio'.


hiya - wonder what is the significance of this 5% rule? How does it affect the abs/tcs and perhaps more importantly/interestingly why would it affect these systems if >5%?

cheers

v

[simonprelude]

If the ratio is greater than the 5% then this is outside of the allowed tolerance, ie the ECU will think that one set of wheels is spinning / skidding and cause the TCS to cut power.

[AR]

If the ratio is greater than the 5% then this is outside of the allowed tolerance, ie the ECU will think that one set of wheels is spinning / skidding and cause the TCS to cut power.

Ditto that is why I reckon that 215 40 17 and 255 40 17 are great sizes for the NSX.

[278kmh]

but the differenz of the circumference of
205-50-15 zu 225-50-16 ,is 7,75%

and the differenz of the circumference of
215/40 ZR 17 und 255/40 ZR 17 is 5,3 %

:think:

[Silver Surfer]

but the differenz of the circumference of
205-50-15 zu 225-50-16 ,is 7,75%

and the differenz of the circumference of
215/40 ZR 17 und 255/40 ZR 17 is 5,3 %

:think:

The 5% tolerance is between the front and rear tyres circumference (against each other).

SS

[278kmh]

The 5% tolerance is between the front and rear tyres circumference (against each other).

SS
the % are the difference between front and rear in each pair obove. so you say its ok if the reartyre is 5% more in circumference than it should be to keep the difference of 7,75%?
what will a reartyre have in circumference when the front is 215-40-17?

[Silver Surfer]

I've put together these links to help in the finding of tyres for the NSX for various years.


[/URL]


2002 - 2005
[URL="http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=40&size=17"]Front 215/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=245&profile=40&size=17)
Rear 255/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=255&profile=40&size=17)

The tyres that are listed is not going to be an exhaustive list, and even though some tyres are listed may not be available.


Not sure what the circumference is but just have the rear as stated above!

SS

[simonprelude]

Had to put the OEM S2000 rears on the NSX today, can't get hold of the RE050BZ's that I used so now on those (RE050MZ).

[278kmh]

1994 - 2001
Front 215/45ZR16 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=215&profile=45&size=16)
Rear 245/40ZR17 (http://www.tyresite.com/tyres.asp?width=245&profile=40&size=17)

i´ve found yokohamas 022 in this list, but they dont ship to germany. i need 2 fronttyres 215-45-16. can someone help me?

[Ken Green]

I've been using Bridgestone Potenzas for several years. They stick well and seem to last a reasonable time: I've just replaced the two front ones after approx 30k. Been using the same garage for many years - he charged me £200 for the pair including balancing and fitting. Last time I bought a pair of rears (lasting around 18k), they cost £215.

[278kmh]

i´ve changed now to 225-40-16 and 245-40-17 on the stock 16-17 inch rims. the only available tyre for the front is dunlop sp9000 (with the speedindex we need in germany: ZR) on the rear i drive on dunlop sport maxx. i never want to have mixed profiles , but after driving in the 9000th, it workes real good. so thats my reference for those rims. i must have gone to the TÜV and let it write down in the papers of the car, but now its all ok.
presure is 2,0/2,5 bar.

[Brian Kern]

A great help - many thanks Kevin

[havoc]

Rather than start a new thread, I thought I'd check whether anyone's had any more thoughts on here.

The new car will need new rears pretty-much straight-away (currently RE050's). The fronts are RE040's with a fair amount of tread, so I'm loath to ditch them, which means Bridgestone rears are favourite.

So:-
- RE050's again?
- RE050A's? The S2000 crowd seem to prefer these to the RE050, but James (Papalazarou) seemed to have some issues with these on his NSX, albeit perhaps in a different size to OE? Also, what are the sidewalls like?

Lastly, the -A's only come in a W-rating at the right size. What issues will this give me - I'm guessing insurance, for one?!?



The alternative is Goodyears, but that would be Asymmetrics on the rear and GSD-3's on the front (albeit in 215/40/16 W). Or GDS-3's all-round. Which again isn't ideal, not least for the squidgier sidewalls.


(Already discounted - T1R's - nice tyres, too squidgy sidewalls; Yoko's - too soft; Conti's - no-one with any experience on here, but I've liked them in the past, and they've a stiff sidewall...)

Questions:-
- Dunlops (SP Sport Maxx) - what are the sidewalls like? And any suggestions for a matching front tyre?
- Hankook Ventus - Senninha seems to like these - any other comments (and sidewall stiffness?), and what about a front tyre to match?

[278kmh]

we ve tested re050A here on the NSX, it works very good. the re050 is a runflat-version, which is heavier, and you dont need runflat-tyres. so the re050a is a very good choise. very good in the rain and very also in dry conditions. the price is here 215-40-17 130eu and 245-40-17 160eu

[CrazyMixedUpKid]

I've been running RE050A's on mine for about 3-4 years now. I really rate them - maybe not as good as the old SO3s (gawd love em) but still a great tyre in both wet and dry i.e. UK weather! If yours sits in a garage all winter then there are undoubtedly better dry tyres out there.

I have 265 35 18 rears and 215 40 17 fronts - these are Y rated (upto 186mph).

[278kmh]

ok i dont surelly know how they are in rain at 4 *celsius. but they are especially very good in rain. in dry conditions all tyres are not so bad, also the sport maxx (245-40-17)

[havoc]

Interesting - just been speaking to Bridgestone Technical in the UK, and they don't recommend mixing directional and asymmetric tyres on the same car, due to the different characteristics of each.

...which, given the complete paucity of choice for the fronts, leaves me with very little option but to stick with the stock RE050 (which probably wouldn't be my first choice...).



Anyone know of a set of final-generation (17" all-round) NSX alloys for sale?!?

[AR]

Anyone know of a set of final-generation (17" all-round) NSX alloys for sale?!?

Better look over the water for those. Might as well go aftermarket for better offsets. Expect to pay a minimun of $ 2000.00 USD plus shipping for them. Also your car might need front spacers ( 3mm ) to clear the calipers.

Cheers,

AR

[havoc]

Might as well go aftermarket for better offsets.

Tell me more...

[NSXGB]

Also your car might need front spacers ( 3mm ) to clear the calipers.

Cheers,

AR


I have a set of 5mm spacers if you need them. :)

There's been quite a few sets turning up on Prime now, just make sure they are real ones.

[AR]

Tell me more...

The OEM offsets are quite conservative, going a little further out will make the car look better and IMHO handle better.

A good set of 17 all around will set you back anywhere from £ 1000 to infinity. With 17s all around it would be easier to find matching tyres.

If you go with a good set of forged Volks you can even decrease unsprung weight by quite a few pounds.

Cheers,

AR

[madras]

Whats wrong with W rated, that 168mph - perfect!
Used the Re050 and RE050A on the rear, found the As to have less grip on track significantly, might have been because they had a lot more tread when I used them though, prob 6mm on the As compared to 4mm on the non A, but would not buy the As again, so go for the RE050 on the rear with your RE040.

[madras]

OK - I'm now looking for a complete set of 15s and 16s tyres that are W rated, the only ones I can find are Michelin Pilot Exalto 2s. Are there any others in these sizes that you can get. It's the 205 50 15 in a high speed rating like W that seems to be the limiting factor. I thought there were some dunlop but checking the website there are none.

Otherwise it might be a case of some RE010 or Yokos OEM from the states - or can we get them here at all??

A spare set of 15/16 alloys would be nice too

Cheers

[TheSebringOne]

I thought the only OEMs still just about available were Yokos in the UK? but its a while ago since I last checked.

I have heard the REO50 is a popular option, but I'm not sure what why the REO50A is so different? Anyone know?

[madras]

Re050 are fine for the rear, but what do you put on the front in 205 50 15 W?

[Senninha]

Have you looked into Hankooks? Now OEM to many manaufacturers. I'm running their Evo12 for daily use and very pleased. Have similar hard sidewall to OEM NSX tyres and offer good allround grip / comfort / noise levels.

I've also had a set on my daily driver which has covered 32k on the same set and still have 2.5mm of tread left!!

HTH, Paul

[goldnsx]

I also consider the Hankook EVO V12 as a good tire. I now have them on my DD, my friend has them on his NSX and might give them go. They have pretty stiff sidewalls but not as stiff as Bridgestones.

[madras]

What about the Kumho KU31 - these are also available in W rating for 205 50 15 and 225 50 16.

[TheSebringOne]

I know most tyre walls won't be as stiff as BS, but are these Hankook Evo12 stiffer then GY F1s?

[goldnsx]

Not having tested them side by side but I'd consider them having about the same stiffness of the sidewall.

[slieve_croob]

OK - I'm now looking for a complete set of 15s and 16s tyres that are W rated, the only ones I can find are Michelin Pilot Exalto 2s. Are there any others in these sizes that you can get. It's the 205 50 15 in a high speed rating like W that seems to be the limiting factor. I thought there were some dunlop but checking the website there are none.

Otherwise it might be a case of some RE010 or Yokos OEM from the states - or can we get them here at all??

A spare set of 15/16 alloys would be nice too

Cheers



How good or poor a tyre are these Michelin Exaltos.

I have noticed that this size for the smaller rims are in pleantiful supply in the US. If they are being used for general road use, (not out and out performance specs) are they deficient by that much?

All part of he debate of what tyres are usefully left for the 205 50 15 225 50 16 Rims in the higher speed ratings?

[AR]

How good or poor a tyre are these Michelin Exaltos.

I have noticed that this size for the smaller rims are in pleantiful supply in the US. If they are being used for general road use, (not out and out performance specs) are they deficient by that much?

All part of he debate of what tyres are usefully left for the 205 50 15 225 50 16 Rims in the higher speed ratings?

Toyo 888s come to mind.

[TheSebringOne]

Since these are track tyres, are they suitable for road use apart from dry condition use? What are they like when conditions are colder, do they warm up quicker being a softer tyre?

Having said that, performance tyre options for 15 & 16 inch rims are very limited.

[278kmh]

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[gcon45]

I'll be picking up my Facelift (02) NSX next Wednesday and it badly needs tyres.

Luckily, I supply and fit tyres but I'm having trouble sourcing a set in a brand that I want.

Ideally I want Bridgestone RE050A front and rear but they only do the 215/40/17 in a RE050 and I don't want to mix asymmetrics along with rotationals.

I would settle for Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics but can only get my hands on the older Chinese made GSD3 Eagle F1s in the NSX sizes.

Pirelli is a no go, Michelin is a no go, I don't want Contis and I don't really want the mid range stuff like Kumho, Falken or Hankook.

The only way I could get the Bridgestone RE050A all round is if I got 215/45/17 for the front as opposed to the recommended 215/40/17 but I don't really want stray from the standard profile.

In a pickle.

Any suggestions?

[havoc]

I'll be picking up my Facelift (02) NSX next Wednesday and it badly needs tyres.

Luckily, I supply and fit tyres but I'm having trouble sourcing a set in a brand that I want.

Ideally I want Bridgestone RE050A front and rear but they only do the 215/40/17 in a RE050 and I don't want to mix asymmetrics along with rotationals.

I would settle for Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrics but can only get my hands on the older Chinese made GSD3 Eagle F1s in the NSX sizes.

Pirelli is a no go, Michelin is a no go, I don't want Contis and I don't really want the mid range stuff like Kumho, Falken or Hankook.

The only way I could get the Bridgestone RE050A all round is if I got 215/45/17 for the front as opposed to the recommended 215/40/17 but I don't really want stray from the standard profile.

In a pickle.

Any suggestions?

Avoid the chinese GSD-3's - apparently their sidewalls are far too soft.

Paul (Senninha) rates the Hankook Ventus V12 Evo on his '98 Targa. I've got a set of them on my ITR (higher-profile), and they seem very progressive in the wet but sensitive to tyre pressure in the dry...yet to push them truly hard in warm dry conditions though...

Re: mixing tyres across axles - I was advised (by Bridgestone UK) that if you have to do it, put the directionals on the front and the asyms on the rear - the other way around isn't great. I've done that on my NSX (16" RE040 fronts / 17" 050A rears), and it seems a little understeery, but maybe that's the car...needed new rears as soon as I bought it, needs the geo doing too.

Going up a profile may not be the end of the world:-
- check which wheels drive the speedo, as you'll reduce any under-reading that it may do if it's the front.
- it'll make 5% x 215mm = 10mm difference to the ride-height at the front, which isn't ideal but isn't a lot.
- also look into 225/40 - slightly wider front-end will reduce any understeer in the car, so set the geometry or drive accordingly.

[NoelWatson]

Avoid the chinese GSD-3's - apparently their sidewalls are far too soft.



I have the German ones and they are also too soft.

[278kmh]

OK - I'm now looking for a complete set of 15s and 16s tyres that are W rated, the only ones I can find are Michelin Pilot Exalto 2s. Are there any others in these sizes that you can get. It's the 205 50 15 in a high speed rating like W that seems to be the limiting factor. I thought there were some dunlop but checking the website there are none.

Otherwise it might be a case of some RE010 or Yokos OEM from the states - or can we get them here at all??

A spare set of 15/16 alloys would be nice too

Cheers
in germany we need Y or ZR speedindex. in 205-50-15 AND 225-50-16 we can buy the michelin sport cup (a semislick)

also you can buy my used 205-50-15 fronttyres dunlop sp9000 ZR in good conditions. with the oem 15-16 alloys or without. to get 225-50-15 dunlop sportmax(i curently drive) or dunlop sp9000 may be no problem for you.



I have heard the REO50 is a popular option, but I'm not sure what why the REO50A is so different? Anyone know?
as i wrote, the differenz is that the re050 is a runflattyre and the re050A not

[simonprelude]

Any suggestions?

If they still do the OEM sizes then RE040 front and RE050 rear.

[TheSebringOne]

Like Noel, I have German F1s on the rear and they are soft compared with BS, wished I got them BS RE050 instead. Apparently once the GY wear down, the shoulder block become wider and drives better.

[madras]

Yokohama A022 H1 225 50 16 ZR. Can anyone get these anywhere, I need a set to go with my fronts?

Many thanks

[278kmh]

Yokohama A022 H1 225 50 16 ZR. Can anyone get these anywhere, I need a set to go with my fronts?

Many thanks
how old are your fronttyres??? i wont use that old tyres on such a fast car.
be careful ;)

[madras]

OK, I've been in touch with Yokohama UK and the A022 in left and right handed H1 spec for the NSX are available from Japan and can be ordered. If anyone wants any then let me know as I'm ordering a couple of sets of rears, maybe 3 and some fronts. There won't be any discounts for orders of about 10 sets as it's not enough but the fact that we can get them is good news I think.

225 50 16 ZR H1 ~ £190 inc VAT
205 50 15 ZR H1 ~ £120 inc Vat I think.

RRP on these is £262 for rears and £199 for fronts so it wont go above that I'm sure.

delivery time is 12 weeks and the price is due to fluctuation.

[NoelWatson]

OK, I've been in touch with Yokohama UK and the A022 in left and right handed H1 spec for the NSX are available from Japan and can be ordered. If anyone wants any then let me know as I'm ordering a couple of sets of rears, maybe 3 and some fronts. There won't be any discounts for orders of about 10 sets as it's not enough but the fact that we can get them is good news I think.

225 50 16 ZR H1 ~ £190 inc VAT
205 50 15 ZR H1 ~ £120 inc Vat I think.

RRP on these is £262 for rears and £199 for fronts so it wont go above that I'm sure.

delivery time is 12 weeks and the price is due to fluctuation.

Do they do 215/255 for 02+ models - can't find details on their website?

[slieve_croob]

Do they do 215/255 for 02+ models - can't find details on their website?


I could be interested in placing an order as well. I have no experience of them, For road use only. If they are not too extreme (vulnerable in the wet) I could commit.

Kindly keep me posted.

Seamus

[gcon45]

Just to let you know guys I've just received my tyres.

I went for Hankook Ventus V12 Evo in:

215/40/17 (front)

and

255/40/17 (rear)

As recommended!

I'm gonna fit them myself tomorrow night after we close so I'll report back once they've bedded in a bit.

[madras]

Do they do 215/255 for 02+ models - can't find details on their website?

I'll check all the oem sizes but I didn't think Yokohama ever did a tyre for the facelift 17s all round, it was only bridgestone and dunlop OEM I think

Bridestone still list the OE RE050A on their website for the 02 model - Front: 215/40 R17 83Y Rear: 255/40 R17 94W
I'd have these if I had a 02 NSX.

[gcon45]

Hi guys.

Just to let you know, I have fitted my Hankook Ventus Evo V12 tyres (215/40/17 front and 255/40/17 rear) and my first impressions are very good!

All 4 tyres are XL, which means they have a stiffer sidewall and thus a higher load rating than a standard tyre and this really works as there is minimal roll in the corners.

It really sharpens up the handling!

So far so good!

http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/9351/img0212it.jpg

[Senninha]

I've been very impressed with these on the NSX and even during the recent slush and heavy rain they have performed well! Bed in a lot quicker than the F1's and warm up quicker too.


Hi guys.

Just to let you know, I have fitted my Hankook Ventus Evo V12 tyres (215/40/17 front and 255/40/17 rear) and my first impressions are very good!

All 4 tyres are XL, which means they have a stiffer sidewall and thus a higher load rating than a standard tyre and this really works as there is minimal roll in the corners.

It really sharpens up the handling!

So far so good!

[AR]

I've been very impressed with these on the NSX and even during the recent slush and heavy rain they have performed well! Bed in a lot quicker than the F1's and warm up quicker too.

Which F1s Paul?

Rain weather performance?

Cheers,

AR

[Senninha]

Which F1s Paul?

Rain weather performance?

Cheers,

AR

Hi Ary,

I had the GSD3's (I think that correct) which are directional and sided. Great in the wet and superb in the dry, especially when almost slick ;)

The Evo's are IMO equal to the F1's, offer a stiffer side wall which should suit the coupe better and are less ££

Regards,

Paul

[Driver Matt]

Have just ordered a set of AD 08s
215 45 16 @ £103 each +VAT fitted
245 40 17 @ £140 each + VAT fitted

Anyone tried these yet ?

Hopefully they last a bit longer than the RE050s

[NoelWatson]

Have just ordered a set of AD 08s
215 45 16 @ £103 each +VAT fitted
245 40 17 @ £140 each + VAT fitted

Anyone tried these yet ?

Hopefully they last a bit longer than the RE050s

Where are you ordering from?

[TheSebringOne]

If these are the long awaited new Yokos thats highly rated, then the prices seem quite reasonable. They are supposingly a semi track tyre aswell as road. I searched some on line prices from overseas retailers last year, when they weren't not available in the UK and they seem quite steep then.

[havoc]

Where are you ordering from?


Agreed. Just found them on RareRims for £40-50 more per tyre! :eek:

(They even want >£100 for ITR-fitment, which is frankly nutty...)

[Driver Matt]

Funnily enough they are from my local Honda dealer.
Not sure where they sourced them from.
Will let you know what the feel like as and when fitted.

[Sudesh]

Well it time to change my fronts. The thread depth is more than fine about 70% good, but on close inspection the tyre has deterioration, in between the tread itself. I guess lack of use and being on for a long period of time, its just taken its toll now. So doing a bit of searching around and found some tyres for the NSX in OEM 16" Size

Bridgestone Potenza RE040
Pirelli P7
Dunlop Sport MAXX MFS
Continental Premium Contact 2
Yokahama A043A
YokahamA A022
Goodyear Excellence


Anyone have any experience on the above?

[simonprelude]

Well it time to change my fronts. The thread depth is more than fine about 70% good, but on close inspection the tyre has deterioration, in between the tread itself. I guess lack of use and being on for a long period of time, its just taken its toll now. So doing a bit of searching around and found some tyres for the NSX in OEM 16" Size

Bridgestone Potenza RE040
Pirelli P7
Dunlop Sport MAXX MFS
Continental Premium Contact 2
Yokahama A043A
YokahamA A022
Goodyear Excellence


Anyone have any experience on the above?

It depends what you have on the rear, however I enjoyed the feedback the RE040's gave.

[gcon45]

Well it time to change my fronts. The thread depth is more than fine about 70% good, but on close inspection the tyre has deterioration, in between the tread itself. I guess lack of use and being on for a long period of time, its just taken its toll now. So doing a bit of searching around and found some tyres for the NSX in OEM 16" Size

Bridgestone Potenza RE040
Pirelli P7
Dunlop Sport MAXX MFS
Continental Premium Contact 2
Yokahama A043A
YokahamA A022
Goodyear Excellence


Anyone have any experience on the above?

For dry weather driving it's hard to look past the RE040.

I can't comment on the Yokos or Dunlops as we're not distributors for those brands.

Conti Contact 2s rubber compound is too soft for my liking but you may like them.

Avoid the Goodyear excellence and Pirelli P7.
These aren't a 'performance tyre' as such and you'll find that their speed ratings will be too low for the NSX.

[Sudesh]

Thanks guys! Speed rating wont really be an issue for me as I very rarely exceed 60/70 mph, also need to think logical and decided there is no point in me paying big ££££ for a tyre when the car only see's somewhere between 500 and 1000 miles a year and over winter it's pretty much stored for 3/4 month's.

[gcon45]

Thanks guys! Speed rating wont really be an issue for me as I very rarely exceed 60/70 mph, also need to think logical and decided there is no point in me paying big ££££ for a tyre when the car only see's somewhere between 500 and 1000 miles a year and over winter it's pretty much stored for 3/4 month's.

The only problem is that if your speed ratings don't match or exceed that on your sticker / plate it will fail the MOT (if the tester picks up on it).

I suppose that all depends on how smart the tester is and what sort of mood he's in.

[Hagasan]

The only problem is that if your speed ratings don't match or exceed that on your sticker / plate it will fail the MOT (if the tester picks up on it).

I suppose that all depends on how smart the tester is and what sort of mood he's in.


And although we (cough) don't exceed the speed limits or even approach the top speed of the car won't the insurance potentially/technically be invalidated with a lower rated tyre? Of course proving the tyres were a cause of any accident may be difficult but still another sticking point?

[WhyOne?]

That is my understanding - the car must be fitted with tyres with the appropriate speed rating for insurance to be valid.

[havoc]

...also need to think logical and decided there is no point in me paying big ££££ for a tyre when the car only see's somewhere between 500 and 1000 miles a year and over winter it's pretty much stored for 3/4 month's.

In which case stick with the RE040s.

The only ones on that list which may compare in terms of grip are the Yokos, but IIRC the OE-spec Yokos weren't that well received and I'm told the others have soft sidewalls.

I also rate Conti SportContacts quite highly (2 and 3 both very good), but PremiumContact is I believe more for saloons not sports cars.

[Chris B N]

have 16" REO40's on the front and 17" REO50's on the rears.
this feels an excellent combination with good response and feedback
with the very good dry grip, never pushed them in the wet.
Was told by my tyre supplier ( also a very good friend coming to Japfest)
that REO40's no longer available in the 245 40 17 size.
Also found REO40's very good on my RX8

[nobby]

As I have not owned an NSX, but having used B'stone Potenza's for years now both on my old Accord Type R and on my last car a 370bhp'ed Mitsy Evo 8, I have to admit that they are a superb all rounder. Never had any issues with these tyres in the dry or in the wet. I have tried various marques such as Good Year etc and nothing beats the Potenza range for all round drivability and lastability ... again not knowing how sore the NSX is on tyres, but lets put things into context - the thing that kills tyres is how the car is driven ... or in some cases on this forum the lack of driving! ;)

BTW i dont work for b'stone, i just reckon they are a really good tyre and suit my driving style down to a T!

I even use b'stones on my motorcylce's (however set of Michelin Pilot's on one of the bikes and have to admit very impressive)

If and when (hopefully very soon) when i get me paws on an NSX i will be getting RE050's fitted ... not interested in anything else tbh

Just my 2p's worth

[goldnsx]

Several people mentioned that they went with Hankook EVO V12. I had them a short time on my DD but sold the car this spring. The performance was good. I still hesitate to mount them on the NSX.
What about the longlivity of them on the NSX esp. of the rear ones compared to GY or BS?

[TheSebringOne]

Having experienced OEM BS & Dunlops and now GY F1 GSD3 (non OEM), the BS are the best for handling mainly down to having the stiffest sidewalls. I'm not really interested in how long they last, but performance & feel are paramount.

[Senninha]

Several people mentioned that they went with Hankook EVO V12. I had them a short time on my DD but sold the car this spring. The performance was good. I still hesitate to mount them on the NSX.
What about the longlivity of them on the NSX esp. of the rear ones compared to GY or BS?

I was probably one of the early explorers to put Evo's on the NSX, having covered ~50k miles with them on my daily.

Driving style as mentioned above will impact tyre life for sure. I've covered around 4k miles of spirited driving. Rears are reading 6mm from the original 8mm across the pattern so lots of fun and life left in them.

For reference I swapped from Goodyear F1's whoich completed 18k miles. Rears were almost slick to the inner half when removed, fronts still had 3mm even.

The Evo's are not as stiff as RE's, but are noticeable stiffer than the F1's and have sharpened up the steering etc over the F1's. I would be happy to drive my NSX on either of these 2 brands.

regards, Paul

[goldnsx]

Driving style as mentioned above will impact tyre life for sure. I've covered around 4k miles of spirited driving. Rears are reading 6mm from the original 8mm across the pattern so lots of fun and life left in them.

For reference I swapped from Goodyear F1's whoich completed 18k miles. Rears were almost slick to the inner half when removed, fronts still had 3mm even.

Thanks for the review, Paul.
It looks like you could get about 12k miles out of the EVO's on the rear. That's 2/3 of miles of the Goodyear F1's. If the price is promissing I'll give them a try.

Still wondering how you can get 18k miles out of the Goodyears. They last very long (I'm aware of) but I could never exceed 8k miles regardless what tyre was mounted on the rear. Ok, I should try to change my driving style. ;) The highest mileage was out a Michelin Sport tyre but due to his very soft sidewalls I really sucked. The irony is that they lasted so long.

[NoelWatson]

Latest tyre test in EVO. They used an MX5 with 205/45 R17

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18156177

Contis win the test. It appears that we can get these for 02+ cars - no idea on sidewall stiffness.

[Senninha]

Latest tyre test in EVO.........

Contis win the test.....

It would be a braver man than me to run on COnti's in anything other than dry conditions. I had these on my daily and they were very poor in the wet and only OK in the dry IMO.

They also wore very quickly giving up only 9k miles before the were on the wear limits.

regards, Paul

[markc]

It would be a braver man than me to run on COnti's in anything other than dry conditions. I had these on my daily and they were very poor in the wet and only OK in the dry IMO.

They also wore very quickly giving up only 9k miles before the were on the wear limits.



Entirely depends on the particular model though. All tyre manufacturers make good and bad (relatively) tyres. That's one reason to stick with the well known big brands, they tend to make fewer poor ones.

I had Conti Sport 2's on my 993 and they were excellent.

Cheers

Mark

[NoelWatson]

Entirely depends on the particular model though. All tyre manufacturers make good and bad (relatively) tyres. That's one reason to stick with the well known big brands, they tend to make fewer poor ones.

I had Conti Sport 2's on my 993 and they were excellent.

Cheers

Mark

Indeed. The Contis were the fastest round the track in the wet.

[Driver Matt]

Must say that having put a few hundred miles on the AD08s they are fantastic. Not sure how long they'll last but dry grip is awesome.

[simonprelude]

Must say that having put a few hundred miles on the AD08s they are fantastic. Not sure how long they'll last but dry grip is awesome.

I saw you yesterday........... I wouldn't have overtaken where you did so they must be good, lol.

[NoelWatson]

Must say that having put a few hundred miles on the AD08s they are fantastic. Not sure how long they'll last but dry grip is awesome.

Which sizes did you get?

http://www2.yokohama-online.com/gb/tyre-products-dimensions.php?tyreID=1058

[Driver Matt]

Have been driving like a Christian, only overtaking where safe to do so. :)
Sizes are standard which I believe are : 215 45 16 and 245 40 17.

[NoelWatson]

Have been driving like a Christian, only overtaking where safe to do so. :)
Sizes are standard which I believe are : 215 45 16 and 245 40 17.

That is what is getting me confused as the fronts aren't shown on the link - I may have picked the wrong tyre

[Nick Graves]

Mark at Event Tyres said Yoko's website is bloody confusing - the earliest they can get me some is 25 July, apparently.

[markc]

http://www2.yokohama-online.com/gb/tyre-products-dimensions.php?tyreID=1058


Sizes are standard which I believe are : 215 45 16 and 245 40 17.

Are Advan Sport (Noel's link) the same things as Advan/AD 08? I thought the latter was a dedicated track day tyre?

Cheers

Mark

[Driver Matt]

Tyres definitely exist in 215 45 16 even if not listed on web site.

"For racers and car enthusiasts with highly tuned cars. They use their car on the street and occasionally on the race track and want one tyre to do both duties. Capable of astonishing lap times. 1:44.37 at Eastern Creek Raceway, Sydney to win the Clubsprint Class at World Time Attack 2010. 107.4 at Wakefield Park set by O. Zaberca. And 59.945 lap time at Tsukuba Circuit Japan - SEE VIDEO BELOW.
Video

If you want a high performance tyre that will give you comfort, low noise levels and good mileage this is not the tyre for you. Please choose the ADVAN Sport."

[goldnsx]

Contis win the test. It appears that we can get these for 02+ cars - no idea on sidewall stiffness.

If you like to have a stiff tyre sidewall please stay away of Contis.

My next tyre will be the Hankook EVO V12 or even the racier RS-2 Z212 as I don't need a wet tyre. The later also have the right sizes for the front: 215/45/16. People on the Racer-Forum of the Nürburgring give it a thumbs-up.

[Nick Graves]

Are Advan Sport (Noel's link) the same things as Advan/AD 08? I thought the latter was a dedicated track day tyre?

Cheers

Mark

I believe the AD08 is the new 'extreme road/trackday' one which everyone is raving about. Yoko are making it available in a wide range of sizes, including 'rare' 16" dimensions.

Isn't the sport the more 'sensible' summer tyre?

[NoelWatson]

Indeed. The Contis were the fastest round the track in the wet.

Hankooks do well in some of the tests here

http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article/Category/Group-tyre-tests

(trying to find alternative to 888s for Renault)

[nakamichi]

If its any use to you,I had a pair of these put on recently and I like them.
http://www.kwik-fit.com/tyre-search.asp

[NoelWatson]

If its any use to you,I had a pair of these put on recently and I like them.
http://www.kwik-fit.com/tyre-search.asp

Link doesn't work - what were they?

[nakamichi]

see if this link works
http://www.camskill.co.uk/products.php?plid=m62b789s4034p52839&rs=gb

[Silver Surfer]

see if this link works
http://www.camskill.co.uk/products.php?plid=m62b789s4034p52839&rs=gb

Ahh right ...The good o' Bridgestone RE040..
I think most peeps are looking for alternative to these as the don't come in OEM sizes for front and back wheel as a set.

SS

[Chris B N]

I have REO40's ( 16" front) and REO50's (17" rear)
combination works well

[nobby]

just replaced my rears after my trip to Switz/Germany inc trip to Nurburgring, put on Bridgestone RE050a's on last week. 50's were on car originally and work very well. little or no wear on the fronts after all this

thumbs up for b'stone

[Richy]

Can the original JDM spec tyres be bought in the UK for the NA2 NSX-R

My car has Bridgestone RE 040's on it currently.

[Driver Matt]

Having now put in 3,000 miles on the AD08s I can only continue to sing their praises. Great grip and long life. I'm yet to find a better alternative.
Hugely better than the Bridgestone 040, poor grip in the dry and useless in the wet, unless you like terminal understeer. The 050 on the rear was better but lasted for 3,000 miles.

[Richy]

Who makes the AD08's ?

Is there any general opinion as to which are the best tyres for the NSX or does everyone have their own favourite.

[NSX 2000]

Who makes the AD08's ?

Is there any general opinion as to which are the best tyres for the NSX or does everyone have their own favourite.

The AD08's are made by Yokohama and there full title is Advan AD08, I have these on my car at the moment and IIRC Kaz has just fitted them to his as well.

So far they have performed very well.

The problem we have is none of the original OEM tyres are available anymore, however Yokohama were one of the OEM tyre manufactures and list the NSX on their website.

Paul

[havoc]

Yokohama.

And everyone seems to have their own favourite. Paul likes his Hankook Ventus V12 Evo, a few seem to stick with the Bridgestone RE040/050 "OE replacements" as they've got stiff-enough sidewalls, and I'm sure there's other options out there.

[NSX 2000]

Photo of mine with the Yokohama Advan AD08's fitted.

[Senninha]

....... Paul likes his Hankook Ventus V12 Evo.......

Yep, these are working well with 5k miles on them.

I also have two sets of the OEM NSX-R tyres :D One set only just scrubbed in, and one set half worn. I believe from Kaz that you can still order these in Japan but they do have a long lead time.

Paul's correct in that Kaz is running with the new Adnan tyre.

regards, Paul

[Richy]

Would you sell the 'scrubbed in' set ?? if so how much........

Thanks
Phil

[Senninha]

Would you sell the 'scrubbed in' set ?? if so how much........

Thanks
Phil

Hi Phil,

PM sent

regards, Paul

[Boomin33]

well... I just scanned through 13 pages on tyres... feeling a bit sea-sick..

Looks like my choices are... Numbered in my order of preference; I think.

2. Hankook Ventus V12 Evo - Just because Paul likes them, and he's a cool dude after all.
3. Bridgestone RE040/050 - are these the Potenzas?
1. Yokohama - I sweared by these on my Corrado,Scirroco & Golf G60 years ago... but they wore quickly...

What's roughly the price difference these sets and where's the best place to buy online and have them shipped ? Or should I have Chiswick Honda just order them for me??

My MOT is expired and want to get my original Wheels back on my car for that pass...

Thanks in ADVANce! ;)

[AR]

I quite like F1S but that is just me. :) Best bet once you have made your choice, is to look up the price online and get a rough idea of it. Then call a few local suppliers and see if they will work on it and what machines they use. I prefer to take the wheels in myself and get the tyres put on them, show the manager the wheels condition. I always give the tyre fitter a tip before they start and tell him to look after your wheels. We tip foodservers to look after a meal, why not the guy installing close to £500.00 of tyres on 2k plus wheels. :)

Just my opinion, etc.

[Senninha]

I......... why not the guy installing close to £500.00 of tyres on 2k plus wheels. :)

Just my opinion, etc.

This is exactly what I did recently, albeit I left the rims with them to remove the RE070's and to refit with the Advan's.

Wheels collected were in perfect condition and they had even cleaned them to remove the 'soap' used to slide the new tyres on ...

Good advice!

[nobby]

The bridgestone's you mention are indeed the Potenza range of tyre. I have these on my car and like them alot

[278kmh]

we tried here alot and all i know the bridgestone potenza re050A in stoch-diameter are the best :D

[havoc]

I've been rather underwhelmed with the Hankooks on my ITR as they've worn - very pressure-dependent, and worse turn-in and feedback than the Bridgestones. Great in the wet though.

One caveat to that - the ITR-spec Hankooks are NOT the 'extra load' version, whereas the NSX-spec ones are. This I suspect stiffens the sidewall up, which if true should improve some of the issues I've had.

[markc]

Remember that both Falken FK452's and Falken ZE912 ZIEX are an option for the NA2 facelift (17/17) cars. Nigel runs the former on his car and says nice things about them.

You could also use them on a 1994-2001 (16/17) by using a slightly different width or profile on the front.

Cheers

Mark

[Greybloke]

Just made a major investment in 4 Yokohama's today, ok I've only been about 100 miles but very good first impressions. I may need to play a bit with pressures. I'll update when I've a few more miles

[Justin]

I have some lovely new correct spec Potenzas, but I have to say I'm quite afraid of Bridgestones in the wet... I'd sworn off them after a CRX snapped out of traction with me in an absurdly sudden way.

This was a long time ago, and the car had aftermarket "suspension" from a previous owner which I'm sure didn't help, but to this day I still think the bridgers had some part to play in what turned out to be a fairly impressive off.

So, I'm not too concerned about the tyre's limitations per se but very concerned about its feedback towards the limit of lateral traction (especially in the wet!) Anything I need to watch out for with the Potenzas?

[havoc]

...I'm quite afraid of Bridgestones in the wet... I'd sworn off them after a CRX snapped out of traction with me in an absurdly sudden way.

Do you remember which ones? I've driven _most_ of the sports-tyres Bridgestone have made or still make, as below:-

RE720 - underrated mid-range all-rounder, same compound as S02 i.e. good in the wet.
RE010 - stiff, v.good in the dry, limited in the wet.
S02 - ITR-spec was a good wet-weather biased sports tyre, sidewalls a little softer than the RE010. S2000 spec was ultra-grippy and pointy in the dry, but had too-narrow channels to like standing water, and IMHO was half the cause of the S2000's rep.
RE040 - not bad, nothing outstanding but nothing desperately wrong.
RE050 - Fairly stiff, good in the dry, decent in the wet. A little behind the best out there now.
RE050A - probably the best all-rounder Bridgestone have done. Would still consider vs ContiSport 3s and Eagle F1A's, depending on the vehicle.

[Justin]

Do you remember which ones?

Unfortunately not... by the time I realised that I was deliberately avoiding bridgestones (and thus thought about maybe researching whether I was just running the runt of the litter) it was a couple of years down the line and I honestly couldn't tell you anything other than the brand, since they had been on the car when I got it. They were correct for the (oem) wheels though, and near-new amounts of tread.

So far, I've provoked the Potenzas a teeny amount, and they do seem quite communicative when oversteering is in the offing.

[nobby]

hi mate

dont be worried about the Potenza's, as Havoc pointed out the RE050A's are a great tyre.

When you lift to bring back home, head the route i went, when you see the sign for Galloway Forrest on the way to Stranraer and its pissing down head that way ... you will then see how much grip the NSX has when mated with the Potenza's, if you can go like the clappers in there, you will know they are a very good tyre. :cool:

I have been using potenza's for years even on my 370bhp Evo 8 and I would NOT use anything else :thumbsup:


I have some lovely new correct spec Potenzas, but I have to say I'm quite afraid of Bridgestones in the wet...

[TheSebringOne]

Personally, BS make the best tyres for the NSX. They are a slight compromise in heavy rainfall, but most performance tyres are summer orientated. When the REO10 needed changing, the next best options are the 50s.

[Justin]

Yeah, my off was on a wet road... good to know!

[Greybloke]

Further to earlier post....... completed a few hundred miles now in dry and very wet conditions on the Yoko Advans.
One word..........WOW!
Best tyres to date without doubt, just hope they last a bit. Had allignment checked / adjusted at same time, and this may well have contributed to a new confident "feel". Now just need to work through the remainder of work from Kaz Health check.

[Driver Matt]

Had a moment yesterday at high speed where a small stream crossed the A303. Water only a few mm deep but really quite over exciting.
Still fantastic in the dry and lasting much longer than any Bridgestoner.

[NSX 2000]

Further to earlier post....... completed a few hundred miles now in dry and very wet conditions on the Yoko Advans.
One word..........WOW!
Best tyres to date without doubt, just hope they last a bit. Had allignment checked / adjusted at same time, and this may well have contributed to a new confident "feel". Now just need to work through the remainder of work from Kaz Health check.


Had a moment yesterday at high speed where a small stream crossed the A303. Water only a few mm deep but really quite over exciting.
Still fantastic in the dry and lasting much longer than any Bridgestoner.

Was on the M25 tonight in very heavy rain and not a single twitch or movement so I'm very impressed with Yoko Advans.

Paul

[Silver Surfer]

My Falken FK452 also had no 'twitch' under heavy rain and seem to grip well also...:cool:

SS

[Hagasan]

Just a quick question on the Yokohama Advan AD08's.....

I don't believe there are any OEM spec tyres for the NSX anymore although I may be wrong? I have a feeling I read somewhere on this site in the past that there were spec tyres for the NSX with stiffer sidewalls but I can't find it. Has everyone who bought the Yokohamas in the UK just bought the generic version or anything different. What sort of prices were they? Will need to bite the bullet with the credit card in the near future as the tyres are a bit old, five years or so and lowish on the back....

Thanks,

Gary

[gumball]

A great shame about Yokohama not making the AD08 any more, such a small window of availability.
I had Toyo proxy T1-R's fitted, they don't feel overly direct but they grip quite well, are very quiet and cheap at about £400 a set(92 spec).

[NoelWatson]

Just a quick question on the Yokohama Advan AD08's.....

I don't believe there are any OEM spec tyres for the NSX anymore although I may be wrong? I have a feeling I read somewhere on this site in the past that there were spec tyres for the NSX with stiffer sidewalls but I can't find it. Has everyone who bought the Yokohamas in the UK just bought the generic version or anything different. What sort of prices were they? Will need to bite the bullet with the credit card in the near future as the tyres are a bit old, five years or so and lowish on the back....

Thanks,

Gary


I thought the RE050s were available still for rear with 40s on the front? The Advans are only rated to 168mph which is a allegedly a problem for newer cars. I'm on GSDs all round.

[Nick Graves]

I personally don't like mixing tyres. Even RE50s & 40s.

That the tyres are only round until 168.75mph is a moot point: IIRC, the spec. in the bible demands my car be fitted with a Z-rated tyre. I think it would only attain such velocity if I were to drive it over a cliff with a following wind...

I do not believe there are ANY correct Z-rated tyres any more. So what are the insurance company to suggest? I drive it on bald decade old tyres?

[NoelWatson]

I personally don't like mixing tyres. Even RE50s & 40s.

That the tyres are only round until 168.75mph is a moot point: IIRC, the spec. in the bible demands my car be fitted with a Z-rated tyre. I think it would only attain such velocity if I were to drive it over a cliff with a following wind...

I do not believe there are ANY correct Z-rated tyres any more. So what are the insurance company to suggest? I drive it on bald decade old tyres?

I think the 02+ cars are still OK as GSDs are Z rated

[Nick Graves]

That's alright then!

Sounds like an excuse to go buy another set of Mugen GPs...

[Geraint]

A great shame about Yokohama not making the AD08 any more, such a small window of availability.
What was the source of this info please? Very surprising as they only became available a year or so ago.

[gumball]

What was the source of this info please? Very surprising as they only became available a year or so ago.


Not really concrete evidence.. just that that before I couldn't get hold of them for my car. Now they have disappeared off the listings in the later sizes too. Hope it's just a restock problem.

[Geraint]

Hmm. Hardly grounds to state that Yokohama aren't making them anymore...? :no:

Camskill are listing them in the 16/17 sizes for a '95.

[gumball]

Hmm. Hardly grounds to state that Yokohama aren't making them anymore...? :no:

Camskill are listing them in the 16/17 sizes for a '95.


Haha, it's a good job it's not a serious offence.

Taking ages to get them back in stock over here.

[Nick Graves]

I presumed AD08 was a typo & you meant A022s!

Tyre distributors will tell you any old sh it. I lost count of the number of times S2000 tyres were apparently "discontinued" whilst it was still in production...

TBF, the AD08 is almost a fashion accessory - everyone seems to love them (cf. DC2 forum!) & they keep selling out.

[Geraint]

Just ordered a set of AD08s in the '95 16/17 sizes from Julian @ Rarerims. They were in stock at Yokohama & seem to be readily available :)

[Boomin33]

Just about to buy some AD08's for my 2003... what sort of cost should I be looking at these days?

I

[Senninha]

Just about to buy some AD08's for my 2003... what sort of cost should I be looking at these days?

I

Around £640 fitted though you may well get a better deal where you're going ...

[NSXGB]

Do they sell the exact 02+ sizes in the AD08's yet? Unfortunately my GSD's have 8mm of tread still, must drive it more...

[m666 edd]

Do they sell the exact 02+ sizes in the AD08's yet? Unfortunately my GSD's have 8mm of tread still, must drive it more...

Shame we don't live closer and you could sell me a couple :) One of mine isn't round (front) so needs replacing!

[Boomin33]

I called RareRims... With the disasters in Japan... prices have gone up quite a bit. £752.18 with VAT... figure I can get VAT back so £624 + fitment.

guy was saying his margins are quite small and that it's 100% to do with circumstances, stock etc.

any suggestion on tyres that aren't made in Japan??? or maybe this will be my donation to the Japanese economy in their time of catastrophe.

[NSXGB]

I called RareRims... With the disasters in Japan... prices have gone up quite a bit. £752.18 with VAT... figure I can get VAT back so £624 + fitment.

guy was saying his margins are quite small and that it's 100% to do with circumstances, stock etc.

any suggestion on tyres that aren't made in Japan??? or maybe this will be my donation to the Japanese economy in their time of catastrophe.

I'm no expert but the exchange rate is slightly more in our favour than before the catastrophe, aside of supply / demand, why would the prices go up? Smells of people taking advantage to me....? Surely it would help the Japanese economy more, if this were the case, not to cash in on other peoples mis-fortune and sell more at the cheaper price than have people looking for cheaper alternatives from other countries...?

Have you tried Camskill or Micheldever, they usually come tops on price...

[Boomin33]

Smells of people taking advantage to me....?

Have you tried Camskill or Micheldever, they usually come tops on price...

you aren't half wrong here... camskill qouted me £143.19 (inc VAT) on the fronts... checking on the backs now.

Thanks!

[Boomin33]

OK.... New Dilemma!!

I just took my old OEM alloys out of the garage and noticed that the fronts are something like 6mm+ of tread. I either just take them off and pretty much bin when I switch to AD08's... or.... rather than that just match some rubber to them.

I never noticed anything wrong with the rubber I had on there. never let me down in wet or dry etc.

They are Dunlop SP Sport 8070's... what would be a good match in the rear for those? or not!?

TIA

[Silver Surfer]

Dunlop SP Sport 8070.

SS

[TheSebringOne]

Are these Dunlops still available since I thought OEM tyres are no longer available?

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

OK.... New Dilemma!!

I just took my old OEM alloys out of the garage and noticed that the fronts are something like 6mm+ of tread. I either just take them off and pretty much bin when I switch to AD08's... or.... rather than that just match some rubber to them.

I never noticed anything wrong with the rubber I had on there. never let me down in wet or dry etc.

They are Dunlop SP Sport 8070's... what would be a good match in the rear for those? or not!?

TIA

Hi Boomin33,

Before deciding on using the Front tyres on your old OEM wheels, I would recommend checking the age of them.


Any tyres over 3 years old will loose its initial performance significantly that will affect not just the dry/wet grip but more importantly, the brake performance.


Quite often, I see NSX with more than 5 years old Front tyres…

The worst one I saw was well over 10 years old…


Several years ago, one of the owner of vintage car got killed by road accident due to his tyre being so old and failed on the motor way even below the speed limit.


Being as a vintage car, it was not used a lot and thus, the tyre still had lots of meat left but it just couldn’t handle the heat/load generated during the motorway speed due to its age.


8989

You can check the manufactured week No. and year of your tyre by looking at the stamp mark on the side shoulder.


Most of the tyre manufacture will follow the same rule.


For example, this one is from my Front tyre.

It was manufactured in the week No. 23 of 2010.


Hope this will help a little....

Kaz

[Boomin33]

helps a Lot Kaz. Thanks for the info.

mine are 5003 ..... so a good 8 years old. there are no cracks or anything in the tread... Rubber looks good etc.

You still saying, even with 10,000 miles during that time... that it's risky to be driving on them?

[NSXGB]

OK.... New Dilemma!!

I just took my old OEM alloys out of the garage and noticed that the fronts are something like 6mm+ of tread. I either just take them off and pretty much bin when I switch to AD08's... or.... rather than that just match some rubber to them.

I never noticed anything wrong with the rubber I had on there. never let me down in wet or dry etc.

They are Dunlop SP Sport 8070's... what would be a good match in the rear for those? or not!?

TIA

Switch to the AD08's all round. Did you manage to get the exact sizes and where from in the end?

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

helps a Lot Kaz. Thanks for the info.

mine are 5003 ..... so a good 8 years old. there are no cracks or anything in the tread... Rubber looks good etc.

You still saying, even with 10,000 miles during that time... that it's risky to be driving on them?

Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this.

It could be fine for another few years, it could be fine for this year or it could fail within a few months as it all depends on so many different conditions.

Wear/age is just one element and it’s like talking about the tyre speed rating without taking the load factor into the consideration.


After working closely for the tyre projects with two different manufactures, I can comfortably say tyre is a very complicated and sophisticated thing.


Tyre is part of engine (we call tyre as 2nd engine on our NSX), chassis, suspension, brake, etc package and all sorts of factors will change the lifeing of it.

Addition to this, weather, environment, etc or even different tyre model/manufacture will also play as the key factors for the lifeing.

The way you shift the weight of the car while driving your NSX is also an important factor.


Sometimes, the number of heat cycles have greater effect than the age/mileage.

This is typical on the track day tyres.

Even at the same mileage, the one with lots of heat cycle may loose performance faster than the one with less cycles.

On some of the F1 tyres, the scenario was the opposite. We on purposely heat cycled the new tyres just to get extra performance.

These are the extreme cases and not the same for the production car tyres but good way to explain the complexity of the tyre and also the importance of looking at the car as a total package.

Using old tyre is like a gamble.

You may be able to keep using the old tyres (and save some money) but you may pay the price later if you couldn’t stop the car 5cm before hitting something when it would have been possible with the new tyre.

If I were you, I’ll just replace them.

Kaz

[Chris B N]

One of my friends in the Tyre business recommends change no later than 5 years as the rubber compound hardens and loses
flexibility, some of which is due to UV radiation.
Also I believe that some European Countries have legislation regarding age again at 5 years.
£600 over 5 years irrespective of wear, is a small price when you consider the value of your NSX and that the high cost of repairs can result in a write off with what appears to be minimal damage.

[278kmh]

in germany there is no law that says, that the tyres cant be older than...
but we must take ZR or Y specifications for our NSX.

[richmills]

Hi All

I need to get some new tyres for my 02+ (OEM sizes), but after reading this thread I'm still no clearer on what the best options would be.

I've been using Bridgestone RE050A for a few years and like them very much, but it doesn't seem like you can get them in the front size any more. I'd like a similar handling tyre that's good in both wet and dry, any suggestions?

Cheers, Rich.

[Senninha]

Hi Rich,

I've been running on the new ADO8's on 02+ rims for past 4-500 miles. I'm yet to be out in heavy rain but to date have had mixed weather conditions and have to say they perform very well.

They were also very quick (<100 miles) to settle down and show the benefits.

HTH, Paul

[richmills]

I've been running on the new ADO8's on 02+ rims for past 4-500 miles. I'm yet to be out in heavy rain but to date have had mixed weather conditions and have to say they perform very well.


Hi Paul

I couldn't find anywhere stocking the AD08s in the 02+ rear size. Where did you get yours from?

Cheers, Rich.

[Senninha]

Hi Paul

I couldn't find anywhere stocking the AD08s in the 02+ rear size. Where did you get yours from?

Cheers, Rich.

My local Jet wheel and tyre centre supplied and fitted them when I sold the REO70's. I went for the 255 rears over the 245's but they could supply either

[sigilobaphomet]

Having read all the threads on tyres the choice for a full set on my 2001 NA2 will be AD08's rather than RE050A back and RE040 front - unless they wear out a lot quicker than the Bridgestones?

Next question is what the wear ratio on the AD08's on the back compared to the front? 2:1?

Don't want to get caught out mismatching front and back in the future due to tyres being discontinued/lack of availability and would rather order 2 sets of back tyres and 1 set of front tyres now?

[278kmh]

Hi All

I need to get some new tyres for my 02+ (OEM sizes), but after reading this thread I'm still no clearer on what the best options would be.

I've been using Bridgestone RE050A for a few years and like them very much, but it doesn't seem like you can get them in the front size any more. I'd like a similar handling tyre that's good in both wet and dry, any suggestions?

Cheers, Rich.
in germany there is no problem to get them
http://www.reifen.com/de/TyreSize/List/CarSummer/215-40-R17/W,Y,ZR/False/False/none?TyreManufacturerFilterKey=127
maybe buy them at the ringfest time ;)

[NoelWatson]

Hi All

I need to get some new tyres for my 02+ (OEM sizes), but after reading this thread I'm still no clearer on what the best options would be.

I've been using Bridgestone RE050A for a few years and like them very much, but it doesn't seem like you can get them in the front size any more. I'd like a similar handling tyre that's good in both wet and dry, any suggestions?

Cheers, Rich.

I have the GSDs on currently, but find their sidewalls too soft

It would seem that the Conti 3s are available from BlackCircles

[matpp]

I'm currently running on Dunlop SP Sport 900's 214/40x17 fronts and 255/35x18 rears on Khan rims and was informed by the previous owner these were the same sizes as the NA2.....looking at Kev's initial post, this is incorrect: should be 45 profile on the front and 40 profile on the rear. Apart from giving a slightly incorrect speedo reading, would the lower profile affect the handling adversely?

My NSX seems to be handling fine in wet and dry conditions (took it for an amusing 11 lap spin at the Pau Historique a few weeks ago in the rain: more about that later).

The rears are now on the limit and I read that Conti 5's are excellent all rounders....has anyone had experience of these?

The front's still have 5/6 mm of tread....would I be mad to run these with new rears?

The usual tyre dilemma, advice appreciated!

Cheers,

Mathieu

[Silver Surfer]

I'm currently running on Dunlop SP Sport 900's 214/40x17 fronts and 255/35x18 rears on Khan rims and was informed by the previous owner these were the same sizes as the NA2.....looking at Kev's initial post, this is incorrect: should be 45 profile on the front and 40 profile on the rear. Apart from giving a slightly incorrect speedo reading, would the lower profile affect the handling adversely?


The usual tyre dilemma, advice appreciated!

Cheers,

Mathieu

Hi Mathieu,
Your 17/18 rims are not OEM anyway so difficult to advice on what the best combo....maybe worth posting on NSXPrime as the Yanks are more into 17/18 - 18/19 rims so would be able to advice more accurately.
Most UK NSX run on either 16/17 OEM or 17/17 OEM...hence 45-40 profile.
Your 17/18 will run a lower profile (40-35) to keep the outer diameter of your wheels as close to OEM to avoid TCS activation.

SS

[jpspringall]

Just got my car MOT's and everything was Dandy, however i got an advisory on the front tyres.

Its a 97 Model and currently got
RE010 215/45 16 on the front
RE050 245/40 17 on the rear

By the looks of it you cant get the RE010 anymore, but the obvious replacement is the RE040, if someone could just confirm?

Also from what i've read the RE050 on the rear are run flats?

James

[TheSebringOne]

Alot of members here have used or still using BS REO40 for the fronts and rate them highly.

There are both non runflats and runflats REO50, the letter A after I think means runflats or is it the otherway round?
Can anyone confirm?

[Chris B N]

I run REO40,s front and 50's rear as the 17 x245 x40 REO40 no longer available in this size
The combination work well.
Isn't the REO50A an asymmetric tyre ?

[matpp]

I'm currently running on Dunlop SP Sport 9000's 215/40x17 fronts and 255/35x18 rears on Kahn rims and need to replace the rears immediately, the fronts once worn.

The Tyrereview website highly rates the Goodyear Eagle Asymmetric 2’s which are available in 255/35x18 for the rears but only available in 215/45x17 for the fronts which gives a difference in radius of 3.56% according to the tyre calculator.

1. Will the higher profile disrupt the handling?
2. Will the difference in radius affect TCS activation?

If this combination is unfeasible, the only recently rated tyres on the Tyrereview website that are available in the correct F and R sizes appear to be Hankook Ventus S1 Evo’s and Nokian Z G2’s.....has anyone any experience of these?

I’ve searched Prime but tyres in the US seem to be different to those available in Europe.

All advice hugely appreciated as I need to make a decision within the next few days so I can get to the Silverstone Classic.

Cheers,

[Nick Graves]

I run REO40,s front and 50's rear as the 17 x245 x40 REO40 no longer available in this size
The combination work well.
Isn't the REO50A an asymmetric tyre ?

Confirmed - I had a set of RE050As (16") on the S2000 and detested them so much, I bought the Mugen GPs & some 17" RE050s.

[havoc]

Interesting...most reviews rate the 050A higher than the 050...

[matpp]

As no reply to my questions, I went for the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo’s...........haven't covered many miles yet but certainly quieter and firmer than the previous Dunlop SP Sport 9000's fitted......also I think they manufacture all the sizes for the NSX.

Will keep you posted on performance and wear.

[goldnsx]

I've Hankook EVO V12 on 16/17 now but will go with S1 Evo's in the future. The V12 is very good in traction but also 'good' in wear.

[matpp]

Round trip of 1600 miles to the Silverstone Classic and back......S1's certainly quieter and rear end feels more "planted", particularly in the wet.

Can't wait till the front Dunlops wear out....I'll be able to give a proper assessment.

[madras]

Everyone, just wanted to let you know of a new tyre from Bridgestone the RE002 and it's available in 205 50 15 W rating and 225 50 15 W rating, £77 and £91 from tyre traders, not checked if they are cheaper anywhere else. Looks and sounds like it could be a really good tyre. Not checked the 16/17" combo but might be available in those as well.

http://www.bridgestone.com/sc/potenza/re002/

Press release - http://www.bridgestone.co.uk/bfe/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=7abe704d144a5310VgnVCM100000cc 65a10aRCRD&vgnextchannel=458c78b5dd6e4310VgnVCM100000cc65a10a RCRD

No I don't work for Bridgestone! but then this isn't PH is it! :) thankfully.

[havoc]

Not in 16" front, typically! Oh well...

Out of the options that we do have, what are people's thoughts about the best fronts - I'm a little underwhelmed by the RE040s

W+
- RE040
- Yoko AD08 (trackday tyre?)
- Yoko A043A

V-rated
- Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
- Conti PremiumContact 2
- Michelin Pilot Sport 3

...or do people change size???

[PeterW]

Not in 16" front, typically! Oh well...

Out of the options that we do have, what are people's thoughts about the best fronts - I'm a little underwhelmed by the RE040s

W+
- RE040
- Yoko AD08 (trackday tyre?)
- Yoko A043A

V-rated
- Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
- Conti PremiumContact 2
- Michelin Pilot Sport 3

...or do people change size???

I just put a set of 4 Yoko AD08s on my OEM rims for £590 at a local tyre dealer. Track day tyres? If I go flying off the road first time it rains I'll let you know!

The price was not greatly different from what I spent on a set of Michelins for my people carrier, so not much to complain about there.

Peter

[Problem Child]

I am relieved to hear that there is at least one component for an NSX that doesnt cost an arm and a leg.

Just put Continental Contisport Conact SP5's (235/35/ZR19/ 91Y's) on my Renault megane at £220 per corner! Brilliant tyres but I'll take <£100 for NSX tyres any day!
(Thankfully I dont need any at present until my bank account recovers from getting them for the Megane)

[TheSebringOne]

Interestingly, the CCC was rated best tyre in an Evo car mag test recently and the tyre size was around 235.

Has anyone here tried them on an NSX and the 16/17 combo?

[Rash]

Hi Guys,
Having read all 21 pages of this thread I am still undecided about which tyre sizes to go for
Have a set of OEM 16/17 alloys to go on so can someone please let me know what would be best tyre brand and sizes for daily driving (No track days etc) at reasonable prices :)

Thinking of sticking with OEM sizes but have a good set of 225/45/16 (continentals) as a spare set so may put them on the fronts..

Cheers

[Senninha]

Hi Rash,

So no track days, how else do you use your NSX as this invite advice/ thoughts from other owners ...

I not a fan of Conti's myself, but have used Hankook, Goodyear, yoko's and beebread pleased with them all in different circumstances ...

Whichever way you go I would strongly recommend AGAINST mixing front to rear combinations

Regards, Paul

[Lowndes]

Hi Rash

On Kaz's recommendation I went for Yokohama Advan Neova AD-08. 215/45/16 on front and 245/40/17 Rear. Prices £130 front and £180 rear. Kaz has them on his car, though I think runs lower pressures than in the handbook.

For normal road use I am quite happy with the Yokos and found the handling much improved over the 7 year old Goodyears that were on the car previously, but that may have partially been down to getting the geometry set up correctly.

Cheers

Nick

[TheSebringOne]

We all know that tyre choice is very limited for stock 16/17 wheels.

Some owners few years ago changed fronts to 225 40 16 from stock 215 45 16, but even
this slightly lower profile choice is dwindling too?

Has any one tried 215 40 16's on the fronts? I have searched this very long thread & but
found no references to 215 40 16?

Cheers

[NSXGB]

Around £640 fitted though you may well get a better deal where you're going ...


Anyone bought a full set of the Yokohama Advan AD08 recently for the standard 17" & 17" OE wheel combo? I tried my usual sources and can't get near the above price. Best fitted price I've had is a shade over £700.

[Senninha]

Simon,

Give Richard Maguire (Maggs) a call at Ruislip Tyres ... he may be able to help ... 01895 632652

regards, Paul

[scottg]

Anyone bought a full set of the Yokohama Advan AD08 recently for the standard 17" & 17" OE wheel combo? I tried my usual sources and can't get near the above price. Best fitted price I've had is a shade over £700.


I have just managed to buy a set of OEM 16 and 17 inch 7 spokes from Prime so interested in knowing best tyres and sources also

[NSXGB]

Simon,

Give Richard Maguire (Maggs) a call at Ruislip Tyres ... he may be able to help ... 01895 632652 (tel:01895 632652)

regards, Paul
Cheers Paul, will give him a try.

[Senninha]

I have just managed to buy a set of OEM 16 and 17 inch 7 spokes from Prime so interested in knowing best tyres and sources also

Quite a few members running the AD08 on 16/17 as well as 17/17

Other option could include Kumho or Hankook as both have similar stiff sidewalls to OEM tyre

[TheSebringOne]

May be try Ears Motorsports, good price but have to weigh up delivery cost as its in Macclesfields.

[Rash]

Just to update a friend of mine came back with a good price (i thought) for Bridgestones so i decided to go for them. Stock sizes for the 16/17 combination Bridgestone RE050 Rear and RE040 for front - £520 fitted and balanced.

Cheers All.
Rash.

[NSXGB]

This place is very reasonable for tyres and cheap shipping to the UK. Unfortunately they don't sell the Advans. Going to buy some winter tyres from them for my DD though as they are super cheap for my car.
http://www.reifen.com/en
The Bridgestone combo above would come in at about £460 delivered.

[Hamishrock]

Hi Guys my first post in the forums, I have just had a new set of Yokohama AD08's 16 & 17 inch fitted by www.blackcircles.com (http://www.blackcircles.com) at a price of £618.00. I have not tried them yet, and it will probably be another week at least looking at the snow falling outside.

One question is that the pressures put in by the fitters is 33 front 41 rear. That seems to be a bit OTT as my previous Yokohama's A022's had 30 and even then had the centre a bit more worn than the outers. That would be the rears of course as the fronts had not realy worn but had been on for 13 years so I thought it was wise to change them.

Cheers
Paul

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

Hi, Paul. Welcome to the club though you joined about 2.5yrs ago.....

You can find the tyre pressure setting for OEM wheels and tyres on the sticker located at the driver door opening.

As you can see, it’s F:33, R:40psi.

In UK, it’s not an easy task to get hold of OEM tyre set. Most of them are no longer available in UK or a certain corner is missing.

If you are using aftermarket wheel size or using aftermarket tyre (which is the case for you), then you will need to find the sweet spot of tyre pressure for your own taste.

OEM setting of 33/40psi is a good starting point for AD-08 and once the weather gets warmer, you may want to play with it.
I use AD-08 on OEM 16/17 wheels and I prefer bit lower tyre pressure setting than the Honda specified one but my entire package is quite different from yours especially around the suspension and brake area so may not suit you.

Since you have new tyres, it would be a good time to check your alignment.
My NSX is every day car and I cover about 3K - 5K miles per annum so it’s a ‘must’ for me to carry out alignment service at least once a year.

Kaz

[pralognan]

I'm trying to buy two Advan Neova ADO8R 225/50R16 for the rears on my 1991. Seems to be none available,any ideas?

[NSXGB]

I'm trying to buy two Advan Neova ADO8R 225/50R16 for the rears on my 1991. Seems to be none available,any ideas?


Worth a call..

http://ears.co.uk/tyres/yokohama-ad08-trackday-tyres/2716-225-50-16-yokohama-ad08r-92v-advan-neova-trackday-tyre--4968814843564.html?gclid=CO_b2P7W5sQCFe_LtAodgjUA3 w#fo_c=596&fo_k=57b290be667f941e727ee879e93f9768&fo_s=gplauk

[Crockefeller]

I tried everywhere for some a couple of months back and nobody could help, except camskill who said they had them, took my card details, said they'd be dispatched in two days and then said they didn't have them after all! Ended up with bridgestones all round...

[Pride]

I'm trying to buy two Advan Neova ADO8R 225/50R16 for the rears on my 1991. Seems to be none available,any ideas?

Hi pralognan, I've got a 92 on origanol 15/16's.

Having had a set of Advan Neova's a few years back I really can't see what all the fuss is about since fitting my latest tyres, Toyo R888

Over 17 years of Nsx ownership I have tried nearly everything in that time but these have absolutely unbelievable grip in the dry, far better than you'd ever expect in the wet and totally smooth and silent running but best of all they are the coolest, meanest looking tread pattern on the market when parked.

Admittedly, because of the softer compound the rears lasted about 10,000 miles, but in imho that's a small price to pay for such stunning performer.:)

[pralognan]

Thanks for replies,no luck with "ears".Any thoughts on mixing existing ADO8R fronts with Toyo R888 rears.

[Pride]

Thanks for replies,no luck with "ears".Any thoughts on mixing existing ADO8R fronts with Toyo R888 rears.

Hi again, as you know the front tyres hardly ever wear out, I remember my front Eagle F1's never did, they just exceeded the age limitation on the date stamp of the tyre.

Change them for the 888R's at the same time and then feel the extra grip and increased G on turn ins, you'll love it.:D

[nobby]

i think the b'stone potenza is a decent competent all rounder on the NSX ... been using these tyres since owning an Evo and now with the NSX and they have yet to let me down and I have done all types of driving. You should not be disappointed


I tried everywhere for some a couple of months back and nobody could help, except camskill who said they had them, took my card details, said they'd be dispatched in two days and then said they didn't have them after all! Ended up with bridgestones all round...

[Senninha]

Thanks for replies,no luck with "ears".Any thoughts on mixing existing ADO8R fronts with Toyo R888 rears.

Hi, just my personal opinion, but every NSX I have ever driven with mis-matched F2R tyres does not feel as planted as a matched set of tyres. Something for you to consider perhaps. Rgds Paul

[soddy]

i think the b'stone potenza is a decent competent all rounder on the NSX ... been using these tyres since owning an Evo and now with the NSX and they have yet to let me down and I have done all types of driving. You should not be disappointed

They're very popular with a lot of Japanese cars. I have hankooks ventus v12 evos and had the potenza re040's, just not as grippy in the wet. I think a few have had the hankooks on their nsx's in here.

[nobby]

That's cause they are a Japenese company! :)
i have never had any issues in the wet in all the cars I ... Talent perhaps but not tyre related.
quality branded tyres are one of those areas that divides opinion. However we all can agree that cheap crap is crap.


They're very popular with a lot of Japanese cars. I have hankooks ventus v12 evos and had the potenza re040's, just not as grippy in the wet. I think a few have had the hankooks on their nsx's in here.

[soddy]

i have never had any issues in the wet in all the cars I ... Talent perhaps but not tyre related.


I ... what? crashed??? Talent??? ;)

I know they are, Bridgestones are popular with those wanting something that sticks like you know what to a blanket, better grip etc.
The RE011's is it are the best for grip for something race like and road legal that leave bits of tyre in potholes on the road as they move over it. :D

Yes the hankooks will last longer and for everyday use would be financially cheaper, so it depends on the amount of driving being done, if the car is taken out in the summer months then its a no brainer, go for the potenzas.

[mjames75]

Agree with potenzas! Great tyre. Although ad08s are good too.

[NSXGB]

The AD08R's that I put on mine come up a lot more generous in the width. Stacked all four tyres next to the stack of old Good Year GSD3's and the Yoko stack was a good 3" taller. Worth bearing in mind if you don't have power steering.

[kingsley]

Just been shopping around for 4 new tyres. Looking at Bridgestone Potenza's. 255 /40/17 and 215/40/17 Pays to shop around. Kwik-Fit Best price for 4 £678.40
National Tyre £450.00
Costco £458.00 Plus £50 off in Costco Vouchers
Tyre Shopper £418.40 Fitted at National Tyre

Big difference

Kingsley

[NSXGB]

Just been shopping around for 4 new tyres. Looking at Bridgestone Potenza's. 255 /40/17 and 215/40/17 Pays to shop around. Kwik-Fit Best price for 4 £678.40
National Tyre £450.00
Costco £458.00 Plus £50 off in Costco Vouchers
Tyre Shopper £418.40 Fitted at National Tyre

Big difference

Kingsley

....or 'Tyre Leader' - £352.68 mail order....plenty of money left for fitting. Assuming you were talking RE050's.

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

For Yokohama Tyres, I always just phone them to check the next delivery schedule.

As of this morning, following is the info from them on the Advan Neova AD-08R;

205/50/15: about 20 in stock
225/50/16: out of stock, no delivery info, the earliest would be June.

215/45/16: about 20 in stock
245/40/17: out of stock, about 6 to be delivered around 21/May, no future delivery info yet

215/40/17: out of stock, no delivery info, the earliest would be June.
255/40/17: out of stock, no delivery info, the earliest would be June.


Kaz

[pralognan]

Thanks for info. I e-mailed Yoko. a week ago no reply.... Obviously who you know... 225/50/R16 on order since 30/3/15 with Demon Tweakes, good price,£125 each but no stock,no date... MOT tomorrow,I'll cross my fingers the old Dunlops on the back will get through till June...

[kingsley]

Yes Potenza's RE050's . Tyre Leader that's a good price. Just ordered from National Tyre who have come down to £430.00. Just because I could have order from Tyre Shopper and had them fitted free at National Tyre for £418.00

Kingsley

[nobby]

kwik fit are a rip-off ... they prey on those that dont know any better. there supposed deals are the norm rrp everywhere else
IMHO never trust a KF fitter ...

Thats a decent price Simon for a set of RE050's ... as you say bit of money left over for the fitting etc

[Taxi5]

My local tyre place has got me replacement bridgestone for 105 each all around which is cheaper than my ford kuga! New rubber in time for the European tour. Happy days

[pralognan]

My Yokohama AD08R tyres arrived today. Been on a slow boat from China.... or Japan!

Looking good,all matched up for the summer

[Lankstarr]

Morning,

For 02+ wheels I've been researching tyre options, annoyingly a brand new set of GSD3s on the front will have to be binned as the tears are no longer available.

I come up with two main contenders

Conti sport contact 3... Is this an old tyre... Seems to be a "5" out there now
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s321p112629/Continental_Tyres_Car_Continental_ContiSportContac t_3_Continental_Conti_Sport_Contact_3_-_255_40_R17_94Y_FR_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_B _NoiseClass%3A_3_Noise%3A_73dB

Yoko AD08R... Possibly noisy?
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s321p114372/Yokohama_Tyres_Car_Yokohama_AD08R_Advan_Neova_Yoko hama_AD_08_R_-_255_40_R17_94W_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_F_Wet_Grip%3A_B_No iseClass%3A_3_Noise%3A_75dB

On the RE050 potenzas I'm not sold... I see people saying they're designed to work well on an nsx and some followers but all the reviews I read are poor. What am I missing here?

Cheers
L*

[goldnsx]

Hankook works fine as a substitute for Bridges. Firmer sidewall than Conti but not as firm as Bridges.

[NSXGB]

Yoko R's are great, noise difference between that and the previous Goodyears not noticeable. Hankooks were terrible!

[NoelWatson]

Morning,

For 02+ wheels I've been researching tyre options, annoyingly a brand new set of GSD3s on the front will have to be binned as the tears are no longer available.

I come up with two main contenders

Conti sport contact 3... Is this an old tyre... Seems to be a "5" out there now
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s321p112629/Continental_Tyres_Car_Continental_ContiSportContac t_3_Continental_Conti_Sport_Contact_3_-_255_40_R17_94Y_FR_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_B _NoiseClass%3A_3_Noise%3A_73dB

Yoko AD08R... Possibly noisy?
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s321p114372/Yokohama_Tyres_Car_Yokohama_AD08R_Advan_Neova_Yoko hama_AD_08_R_-_255_40_R17_94W_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_F_Wet_Grip%3A_B_No iseClass%3A_3_Noise%3A_75dB

On the RE050 potenzas I'm not sold... I see people saying they're designed to work well on an nsx and some followers but all the reviews I read are poor. What am I missing here?

Cheers
L*
I'm not sure the Yokos are viable as they are only W rated. I have RE050s on mine as they have a stiff sidewall - something that the GSDs didn't

[NSXGB]

I'm sure I read somewhere that the Michelin Pilot Sports will be available soon in 17/17 sizes, they are rather good tyres, hopefully will be on the NSX too.

[nobby]

im running B'stone s002's on the rear and re050's up front (due to fronts being changed from 16 to 17" wheel)

no complaints with the b'stones on the NSX ... only tyre i have ran in over 5 years of ownership

[unclebob]

i have a pair of brand new gsd3's for the rear if u r interested? never been fitted brand new. £120 each

[NSX 2000]

I'm sure I read somewhere that the Michelin Pilot Sports will be available soon in 17/17 sizes, they are rather good tyres, hopefully will be on the NSX too.

This is correct, they should come out in August, these are the tyres I'm holding out for.

[NSXGB]

This is correct, they should come out in August, these are the tyres I'm holding out for.
Just put them on my daily hack and am impressed.

[Lankstarr]

i have a pair of brand new gsd3's for the rear if u r interested? never been fitted brand new. £120 each

Maybe... What's the date stamp on them?

Please can you check whether they're the 255 width or 245?

Enough tread to wait for pilot sports, main problem is the rubber is old!

Thanks

[Kaz-kzukNA1]

I'm sure I read somewhere that the Michelin Pilot Sports will be available soon in 17/17 sizes, they are rather good tyres, hopefully will be on the NSX too.

This is correct, they should come out in August, these are the tyres I'm holding out for.

Just put them on my daily hack and am impressed.
Are you referring to the Pilot Sport 3 (PS3) or Pilot Super Sport (PSS)?

In some area, PS3 is kind of not true replacement for the PS2 and tuned more towards the comfort.
PSS is regarded as the direct replacement of PS2 and not the PS3.

It will be great if Michelin is going to release PSS (assuming you were referring to them and not the PS3) with extra size configurations as currently, there is very little choice on the 17s and nothing for the 16s or 15s.

Kaz

[NSXGB]

I put the PS3's on my daily.


Are you referring to the Pilot Sport 3 (PS3) or Pilot Super Sport (PSS)?

In some area, PS3 is kind of not true replacement for the PS2 and tuned more towards the comfort.
PSS is regarded as the direct replacement of PS2 and not the PS3.

It will be great if Michelin is going to release PSS (assuming you were referring to them and not the PS3) with extra size configurations as currently, there is very little choice on the 17s and nothing for the 16s or 15s.

Kaz

[lotusolly]

I managed to pick up a nail causing a slow puncture in the n/s/r of my brand new AD08R.
Previous tyres that I have fitted have been visually almost impossible to tell it is punctured. The AD08R went as flat as the spare without the air in it.
I have been happy with the performance of the tyre but obviously the sidewalls are not as strong, which is usually a strong handling factor on the NSX!

Olly

[Lankstarr]

Uncle bobs 17's are 245, I'll sit and with to see what happens with the mps

Nobody mentioned continental sport contact 3, looked great on reviews and sizes to fit later cars.

My concern, which I'll revisit if MPs don't come off, was that this s this an old tyre as there seems to be a "5" out there now
http://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s321p..._Noise%3A_73dB

Cheers