Tyre load and speed rating
 

hi guys,

Just a question for tyres spec as I'm starting to look for tyres.

since i haven't got my car yet, can some owner tell me what's the tyre load and speed rating on the stock GTS Michelins (ie. 215/45/17)?

thanks in advance.

Better to check the placard. They may be the same, but sometimes not.

that's true.

would the placard on the GT and GTS be identical? i'd assume so.

maybe i should go down to the dealer to check.

thanks

They might be different as they come with different wheels to being with...

91 - W

Dont quote me on it,but this is the only info i can find on the Michelin website for that size and rating

215/45/17 Michelin Primacy HP 87W

That means rated to 270km/h and total weight of ~2200kg

I wouldn't go lower than a 78-80 weight rating which would be a total weight of 1700-1800kg just to be sure you're ok if you add a full tank passengers and a bit of luggage (as unlikely as that is)

The next lower speed ratings are V 240km/h and H 210km/h

cool thanks.

87 is a good load rate. there should be plenty of choice.

Bridgestone Adrenalin RE002 :D

Federal 595 RS-R is a really good performance tyre in my opinion, I had them on my previous cars and was very happy with the grip levels on and off track

also they dont cost a bomb