Then just go for the Michelin XM2. I managed to get at RM 200 for a 175/65/R14 tyre (including valves and balancing). I was very happy with the XM1 and the XM2 is supposed to be better.

That's a common statement used by tyre shops to increase prices and push off old stock. This method has been used since 2 years ago. So far ive tested out the pricing over the past 1 year and found that prices have actually remained the same despite all the claims about price increases. The Michelin XM1 was priced at RM 179 back in Oct last year and now its priced at RM 175 despite 3 increases.

Dont believe what tyre shops tell you about increases. The older tyres are the more difficult it is to sell them. There will always be stock which you can bargain for but never get tyres which are more than 6 mths old.

If ure in KL, then use Tyrezone and Lim Tayar. They are competitors and if ure smart you can play them off each other to get yourself better prices.

35K is over what period? My XM1 lasted from end 2009 till now with still some thread depth remaining. I think i travelled about 60K. Tyre wear depends alot on your driving style. If ure always taking corners fast and applying hard braking then no tyre will last.

XM1 also went up. If u go and ask Lim Tayar and Tyrezone they will quote you RM 205 for these tyres. BUt i managed to fight and nego down to RM 175

No point continuing XM1 with the XM2 out. So yes ull be able to bring the prices down more. I would think that you could probably get the XM1 for RM160 easily enough. But make sure the tyres are not more than 6 months old.

Your tires can still be used for approx another 6 months. Dont worry.

Based on the current condition of the tyres and normal wear and tear over the next few months assuming no damage to tyres in that period.

Yes thats what i meant. I did an approx assumption based on mileage for 6 mths.

Go for the Michelin XM2. U will not regret at all. If ure in KL, change it at Lim Tayar in TTDI. I can tell you who to see.

The same way car manufacturers come up with the servicing intervals based on mileage.

U dont get what im trying to say. Im not refering to the actual parts of service. Im talking about the mileage. You know most brochures say service every 10,000km or 3 months. How did they come up with 10,000km in 3 months? Thats based on the average usage of a vehicle for the specified period based on normal usage.

Thats wht im refering to! Not whether its tyres or lubricant or whether a part lasts longer or shorter.

How is Continental CC5 compared to other tyres of its class? Im looking for a quiet tyre thats also got good wet traction for a friend's Waja. Michelin XM2 is too expensive. Current NCT5 is crap. Tyre size 195/55/R15. I was quoted RM 210 for CC5 for this size.

This post has been edited by cybermaster98: Jul 6 2011, 06:19 PM

We want something cheaper for the same comfort and grip. Not something more expensive.

When u say GYF1, are you refering to Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 2? Im trying to decide between this tyre and the Michelin PS3 for 225-45-R18 sizes

Haha! Anybody asking about 235-45-R18 will surely be Kia Optima users.

How much to trade in stock Nexen tyres?

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2662398

My stock 18 inch Nexen (CP643a) on my K5 exploded end of last year while i was driving at 130kmph on the NSE. Despite having a puncture in the middle of the tyre thread, the entire sidewall of the tyre was torn very cleanly around the entire circumferance of the tyre. Doesnt seem normal to me at all. Have never seen a sidewall separate to cleanly.

How quiet is the Michelin Pilot Super Sports compared to other Michelin tyres or the Goodyear Assy 2? Im talking about 18 inch rims. My current Nexen's are damn noisy.

This post has been edited by cybermaster98: Jan 11 2013, 08:18 AM

Go high end if your pocket can take it...Michelin Pilot Super Sport.