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Hello everyone!
I own a Toyota Liva GD SP, running on the stock JK tyres and 14" rims, with 29,500+ kms already clocked. The JKs still have some life left but I am planning to go for some better tyres at the 30k kms milestone. The stock tyre size is 175/65R14.
Now, being a Punjabi , I was thinking of going extreme and trying out a low-profile tyre combination. The 14" rims are in perfect condition, without any signs of rust or damage, and I am happy even without the alloy wheels. The 14" rims will remain and I will be experimenting on the tyres. Low profile tyres look better and are said to give better cornering abilities. Now I was looking out for the negatives of having them installed with the stock rims:
1. How will the steering response change? I am okay with tight steering as, from now on, my daily drive would be 80+ km per day and 50 km of that would be in proper paved highway roads.
2. How will the suspension be affected? Also looking for disadvantages to other mechanical components.
3. How will the GC be affected? I am not worrying about negotiating speed breakers as there aren't many in my locality and route. I think the car owners with lowered suspensions would be facing the same fate that I will face if I were to change to low-profile tyres.
4. How will the handling be affected? I am not looking for drastic changes in the handling department. I cruise at a steady 100 kmph and do like to practice hard cornering and braking when conditions allow.
5. How will the FE be affected? I am okay with a 2/4 kmpl drop but nothing more than that.
6. What will be the effect on the warranty? My car is still under warranty. In case a warranty issue piles up, I would be keeping the JKs with me to switch over to them, in that case.
Budget is not a constraint. I am looking for Michelin, Yokohama, BS and similar known brands. The availability of low-profile tyres in 14" would be a problem though. Basically, I am looking for less road noise, better grip and a good-looking tread pattern if possible. Do tell the possible sizes also.
Have not still finalised on this idea. Waiting for the experts to pour their advice regarding the feasibility. If it doesn't work out, would look for slightly wider rubber with wider profile.
Regards,
Nikunj
I own a Toyota Liva GD SP, running on the stock JK tyres and 14" rims, with 29,500+ kms already clocked. The JKs still have some life left but I am planning to go for some better tyres at the 30k kms milestone. The stock tyre size is 175/65R14.
Now, being a Punjabi , I was thinking of going extreme and trying out a low-profile tyre combination. The 14" rims are in perfect condition, without any signs of rust or damage, and I am happy even without the alloy wheels. The 14" rims will remain and I will be experimenting on the tyres. Low profile tyres look better and are said to give better cornering abilities. Now I was looking out for the negatives of having them installed with the stock rims:
1. How will the steering response change? I am okay with tight steering as, from now on, my daily drive would be 80+ km per day and 50 km of that would be in proper paved highway roads.
2. How will the suspension be affected? Also looking for disadvantages to other mechanical components.
3. How will the GC be affected? I am not worrying about negotiating speed breakers as there aren't many in my locality and route. I think the car owners with lowered suspensions would be facing the same fate that I will face if I were to change to low-profile tyres.
4. How will the handling be affected? I am not looking for drastic changes in the handling department. I cruise at a steady 100 kmph and do like to practice hard cornering and braking when conditions allow.
5. How will the FE be affected? I am okay with a 2/4 kmpl drop but nothing more than that.
6. What will be the effect on the warranty? My car is still under warranty. In case a warranty issue piles up, I would be keeping the JKs with me to switch over to them, in that case.
Budget is not a constraint. I am looking for Michelin, Yokohama, BS and similar known brands. The availability of low-profile tyres in 14" would be a problem though. Basically, I am looking for less road noise, better grip and a good-looking tread pattern if possible. Do tell the possible sizes also.
Have not still finalised on this idea. Waiting for the experts to pour their advice regarding the feasibility. If it doesn't work out, would look for slightly wider rubber with wider profile.
Regards,
Nikunj
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