So when is the right time to change our stock tyres?
My ride is coming to two years this Sep and i am wondering if i should change the stock tyres since the general recommendation is 2 years. The stock tyres still look quite good but i understand that the lower end tyres normally last longer in terms of wear and tear but lose out in terms of performance and safety.
Ken: Yes you are right bro. High Performance tires usually lasts longer, but the traction loses when compared to Ultra High Performance tires (within the same brand, there are still some rather pathetic Ultra High Performance tires around). Fyi, Turanza GR80, Hankook K415, Michelin Xm1 are High Performance tires. High Performance tires usually have a Traction of A, Temperature A and Threadwear index as high as 400.
The 1 thing which many drivers do not know is High Performance and Ultra High Performance. Many take brand and compare pricing, but this is wrong, they don't even research on what they are paying for. Ultra High Performance tires usually costs more because of the different compound and construction, else how can the tire tahan speeds of more than 300 kmh?
Always got this feeling that the car is taking a longer time to stop when i need to do E-braking even at a low speed so feel like changing to better tyres.
Ken: Yep, time to change the tires if i were you. Try to research on braking distance. In Singapore driving, short braking distance and good wet grip are priorities imho.
Is it a good time to get rid of the stock at 2 years irregardless of the condition? What good tyres are recommended? (looking at mid range ones that offer safety and comfort).
Ken: Its definitely a good mindset that you have to change regularly. Safety first! If not, it will be like parking coupons!! Save that bit of money if u heng, but once suay, not worth the ROI man!!
