ChiCityN20 wroteHighly doubt it. There’s no requirement to run the same exact tires or aspect ratios as OEM. There would be official language from BMWNA if so.Will this affect warranty?
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275/40ZR22 front
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Gladiator1972 wroteI suppose that’s the compromise having all season tires! Please share some pics mounted if you’re up to it.Much better ride quality, than the Pirellis, but feel not as sporty and light as the summer tires.
Gladiator1972 wroteThose look great!!Side view
elJames wroteLooks like up sizing will gain you about 4 MPH off on your speedometer. You didn't notice this?I purchased them from Simple Tire and had them installed by America's Tire. Other than the service tech asking if I "meant to go a little taller" it was business as usual.
As far as the tachometer, there is no error compared to stock. The visualizer I've attached, also checking Waze, and radar speed signs confirm this.
VTENGR wroteI'm almost certain that the visualizer you've attached is reading the error between the two tires you're comparing. If you add both larger sizes to the visualizer (275/40 & 315/35) you'd find there is no error. Can confirm with Waze and speed signs that my speedometer is now accurate compared to OEM.Looks like up sizing will gain you about 4 MPH off on your speedometer. You didn't notice this?
elJames wroteWhat you compared was the front tires with the rear tires both with the larger ratios. This is an important check because you want to make sure your front and rear tires are the same diameter.I'm almost certain that the visualizer you've attached is reading the error between the two tires you're comparing. If you add both larger sizes to the visualizer (275/40 & 315/35) you'd find there is no error. Can confirm with Waze and speed signs that my speedometer is now accurate compared to OEM.
What I'm comparing is the OEM sidewall ratio with the new ratio - the new ratio adds about 1/2" to the overall radius of the tire, which increases circumference. That means at 3000 RPM, the larger sidewall tire will cover more distance than the OME tire - increasing MPH.
VTENGR wroteI think we’re saying the same thing, and yes the taller tires are the exact same diameter. To answer your original question though, yes the taller tires are a little “off on your speedometer”. There’s an error with the stock tires, these tires are now more accurate to the speedometer reading. So yes it’s “off” from stock but accurate.What you compared was the front tires with the rear tires both with the larger ratios. This is an important check because you want to make sure your front and rear tires are the same diameter.
What I'm comparing is the OEM sidewall ratio with the new ratio - the new ratio adds about 1/2" to the overall radius of the tire, which increases circumference. That means at 3000 RPM, the larger sidewall tire will cover more distance than the OME tire - increasing MPH.
elJames wroteOK I see what you're saying now. Going to go this route when I get new tires next month.I think we’re saying the same thing, and yes the taller tires are the exact same diameter. To answer your original question though, yes the taller tires are a little “off on your speedometer”. There’s an error with the stock tires, these tires are now more accurate to the speedometer reading. So yes it’s “off” from stock but accurate.
VTENGR wrotePlease update us when you do!OK I see what you're saying now. Going to go this route when I get new tires next month.
JB BMW wroteI suppose you’d have to check your agreement to be sure, but I think those agreements generally state they only replace damaged with OEM tires.Anyone know if you have the tire and protection package, would the conti tires be covered? I’m assuming no since not OEM.
Although depending where you purchase them from, most outlets should offer free or inexpensive protection. I purchased my Conti’s from SimpleTire which included replacement coverage for 3 years and covers punctures, bruises and impact damage.
elJames wroteI’m pretty sure you are right on the tires. Just hope they wouldn’t try to deny any rim damage due to having a non-oem tire on it…Main reason I purchased the wheel and tire package was for the 22inch rims.I suppose you’d have to check your agreement to be sure, but I think those agreements generally state they only replace damaged with OEM tires.
Although depending where you purchase them from, most outlets should offer free or inexpensive protection. I purchased my Conti’s from SimpleTire which included replacement coverage for 3 years and covers punctures, bruises and impact damage.
elJamesShould I go Conti's or Arroyo Grand Sport?
It's a difference about 1k. Car has 6k miles and is a lease. should have 40ish when I return it. I was thinking I do the change now to the conti's and use them till about 35ishk miles and then change back to the summers when I return the car.
ChiCityN20 wroteI’m really enjoying the Conti’s and I think you will too. The Arroyo is cheaper but there’s not much online yet regarding snow performance. I think from reviews and the Conti rating they might be a better all around to include those Chicago winters. Let us know what you decide!
Should I go Conti's or Arroyo Grand Sport?
It's a difference about 1k. Car has 6k miles and is a lease. should have 40ish when I return it. I was thinking I do the change now to the conti's and use them till about 35ishk miles and then change back to the summers when I return the car.
ChiCityN20 wrote
Should I go Conti's or Arroyo Grand Sport?
It's a difference about 1k. Car has 6k miles and is a lease. should have 40ish when I return it. I was thinking I do the change now to the conti's and use them till about 35ishk miles and then change back to the summers when I return the car.
elJames wroteI've also been following this thread and was considering the Arroyo's at first because of the cheap cost. I've never heard of them until this thread and started looking into them. Not many reviews and a few with quality control issues. All tires can go through issues whether big name brands or not but just not sure I want to put such a cheap tire on my car. I know some on the forums seem to like them but they all seem to be fairly new into the tires with not many miles logged. The Contis on the other hand have thousands of reviews and are a proven brand. They also, compared to other tires in 22's are much cheaper. So in the end the Conti's seem to be a great in between choice.I’m really enjoying the Conti’s and I think you will too. The Arroyo is cheaper but there’s not much online yet regarding snow performance. I think from reviews and the Conti rating they might be a better all around to include those Chicago winters. Let us know what you decide!
As far as the choice to go Contis for your lease vehicle, then put the summers back on when turn in. That's the way I'd go.
Just to be clear as well I'm not downing anyone who goes with the Arroyo tires. I'm all about saving money as well. Just sharing my opinion in case someone else has the same thoughts as far as comparing cost to name brand etc.
F: 275/40/22 R: 315/35/22.
iamakshay wroteHow are you finding the ride? I am about to make the change myself soon.I went with Continental DSW 06 plus to replace my Pirelli Pzero summer tires. I was debating between Nitto and Continental. Online some people complained about road noise with Nittos which made the decision easier for me. Lexani sells super cheap high performance tires and has great reviews online but I didn’t want to take a chance. I too went with the following size
F: 275/40/22 R: 315/35/22.
