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Choosing right Tyres can be Tiresome
There are quite a few useful threads in TAI on tyre upgrade / up-sizing for Fluidic Verna 2011 model. Some of them are: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/16768-hyundai-verna-fluidic-alloys-max-tyre-upsizing-advice.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/4564-tyre-alloy-upgrade-new-hyundai-verna-fluidic.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/26848-upgrade-advice-hyundai-fluidic-verna-2012-tyres.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/15012-tyres-hyundai-verna-fluidic.html, etc. But, I am unable to conclude on the tyre size, even after going thro' them. I was on my way to select a set of 185/65/R15 tyres, which came standard in my 1.6 CRDi EX model. Having a few enthusiasts as friends can always open new ideas. As higher versions of Fluidic Verna come with 195/55/R16 Alloys, I got hooked to 195mm section tyres. The choice could be between 195/60/R15 and 195/65/R15. How these compare with the 185/65/R15 is given below:
Loosing a GC of 3.2mm is scary in a low slung Sedan. So the 195/60/R15 tyres are ruled out, AFAIC. Gaining a GC of 6.5mm is groovy. So, the 195/65/R15 are drool worthy. What are the possitives?
Now what are the negatives ?
Below is a picture from a TAI thread on a Fluidic Verna with 205/55 R16 tyres. This has gained 5.2mm GC (along with Circumference of 1985.2mm / Sidewall height of 112.8mm / Overall Diameter of 632mm). You can see that there is a huge gap above the tyres. But this is unladen condition.
Is scraping happening in these 205/55 R16 tyers ? those with these set of wheels please comment. Because of the offset issue with after market alloys, insurance issue, SA's strong recommendations, I am not going for an 15" or 16" alloy. I bet more on the Hyundai provided 15" steel wheels.
Now to the poll. Friends, which tyres would you choose, if you are in my position. Thanks for helping me.
There are quite a few useful threads in TAI on tyre upgrade / up-sizing for Fluidic Verna 2011 model. Some of them are: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/16768-hyundai-verna-fluidic-alloys-max-tyre-upsizing-advice.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/4564-tyre-alloy-upgrade-new-hyundai-verna-fluidic.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/26848-upgrade-advice-hyundai-fluidic-verna-2012-tyres.html, http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/accessories-modifications/15012-tyres-hyundai-verna-fluidic.html, etc. But, I am unable to conclude on the tyre size, even after going thro' them. I was on my way to select a set of 185/65/R15 tyres, which came standard in my 1.6 CRDi EX model. Having a few enthusiasts as friends can always open new ideas. As higher versions of Fluidic Verna come with 195/55/R16 Alloys, I got hooked to 195mm section tyres. The choice could be between 195/60/R15 and 195/65/R15. How these compare with the 185/65/R15 is given below:
Loosing a GC of 3.2mm is scary in a low slung Sedan. So the 195/60/R15 tyres are ruled out, AFAIC. Gaining a GC of 6.5mm is groovy. So, the 195/65/R15 are drool worthy. What are the possitives?
- Obviously GC increase is the first one. Bye bye to the fear on speed bumps.
- 6.5mm added in sidewall will protect the rims and will result in added comfort. Will get a great ride.
- Grip will be bit more.
Now what are the negatives ?
- Possibility of tyres scraping the top of wheel well, when fully loaded. Sides will never scrape.
- Increase in sidewall height might lead to sidewall flex and decrease in cornering ability. It will also put more pressure on the tyre, if proper tyre pressure is not maintained.
- Acceleration could be affected wee bit. Mileage might come down a bit. But, who cares ?
Below is a picture from a TAI thread on a Fluidic Verna with 205/55 R16 tyres. This has gained 5.2mm GC (along with Circumference of 1985.2mm / Sidewall height of 112.8mm / Overall Diameter of 632mm). You can see that there is a huge gap above the tyres. But this is unladen condition.
Is scraping happening in these 205/55 R16 tyers ? those with these set of wheels please comment. Because of the offset issue with after market alloys, insurance issue, SA's strong recommendations, I am not going for an 15" or 16" alloy. I bet more on the Hyundai provided 15" steel wheels.
Now to the poll. Friends, which tyres would you choose, if you are in my position. Thanks for helping me.