Hankook ventus v12?

PGabriel · 12-25-2011, 08:20 PM

Hi, I´m interested in switching my stock Michelin PS2 tires (19") to a new set of Hankook Ventu's, in order to improve my DD ride which I find a little harsh at the moment.

It seems there are some contradictory opinions here, cause some are saying the Ventus are quiet and comfort, while other say they are noisy and not more comfortable than the PS2.

??

isakhnov · 12-25-2011, 09:35 PM

Bought them based on C&D review for my old e46 and had nothing but regret. Traction was pretty poor in the wet Seattle climate and it was only marginally better compared to my bold conties it replaced.

**ben@tirerack** · 12-27-2011, 11:12 AM

Ride, steering feel, and noise are subjective categories. You can measure some objective data, but ultimately feel is a personal preference.

In general, the Hankooks are strong in measurable data, lateral G's etc.

Their feel is not to the taste of everyone. Generally they are found to be good for ride, but not as responsive for handling as everyone would prefer.

They are usually quiet, but the dramatic directional tread pattern could get noisy over time given that you are not able to rotate a staggered setup.

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PGabriel Private 15 Rep 55 Posts Drives: M3 E90 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Brazil iTrader: (0)	Hi, I´m interested in switching my stock Michelin PS2 tires (19") to a new set of Hankook Ventu's, in order to improve my DD ride which I find a little harsh at the moment. It seems there are some contradictory opinions here, cause some are saying the Ventus are quiet and comfort, while other say they are noisy and not more comfortable than the PS2. ??
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isakhnov Private First Class 42 Rep 169 Posts Drives: f10 M5 CP - SG/AB Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: WA iTrader: (1)	Bought them based on C&D review for my old e46 and had nothing but regret. Traction was pretty poor in the wet Seattle climate and it was only marginally better compared to my bold conties it replaced.
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12-27-2011, 11:12 AM	#25
ben@tirerack M3Post Supporting Vendor 87 Rep 964 Posts Drives: 740i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Bend, IN iTrader: (0)	Ride, steering feel, and noise are subjective categories. You can measure some objective data, but ultimately feel is a personal preference. In general, the Hankooks are strong in measurable data, lateral G's etc. Their feel is not to the taste of everyone. Generally they are found to be good for ride, but not as responsive for handling as everyone would prefer. They are usually quiet, but the dramatic directional tread pattern could get noisy over time given that you are not able to rotate a staggered setup. __________________ _______________________________________________ I have accepted a new position at Tire Rack and am no longer in the sales department. gary@tirerack.com is available to assist with M3 questions.
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