Brakes Wheels 2nd Gen Tires 205/50/R16 or 205/55/R16

Discussion in '2nd Generation: 2007+ R55 through R61' started by ke4sfq, Dec 2, 2011.

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    #1 ke4sfq, Dec 2, 2011
    I am moving to Michelin Pilot sport A/S tires after having some Yokahama Avids that literally came apart on me. I had the 205/50/R16 Yokahoma's but keep seeing in people's signatures they have the 205/55/R16 Pilots.

    Just wondering which I should go for? I like the wider look of the 205's but want to make sure I am not missing something here with the sidewall height.

    Thanks,
    Kevin
     
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    #2 Nathan, Dec 2, 2011
    The difference is very slight at 5%.

    205/55 is 112.75 mm

    205/50 is 102.5 mm

    Basically its 10 mm, making the taller tire a whopping 5mm taller.

    The larger one would off a slightly softer ride but even the most experienced would be hard pressed to feel the difference.
     
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    #3 ke4sfq, Dec 2, 2011
    Thanks Nathan! I kind of thought that but feel better letting someone like you let me know for sure.

    Looking forward to putting these tires on the Dragon. See you in a few months!

    Kevin
     

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