Guys.. need some feedback. I currently have 2 choice of tires to choose for 205/50/R17.

1. Falken Azenis FK-453 Made in Japan
2. Continental Premium Contact 2 Made in Europe

Getting them from some left over stock in country down south due to limited choice in Malaysia.

The only rubber I have good experience with is Bridgestone but the Potenza RE050 cost a bomb here!

Currently on Pilot Preceda 1.

Thanks!

Thanks!
fk-453 is a thad cheaper compared to cpc2.

I had good experience with the first batch of contis but the second one(sime tire) really is hopeless. Noisy and felt like some cheapo tires in terms of comfort and grip. Not sure if the Europe version is better. The cpc2 u sat in is local or import?

I have only tried ZE912 years back on another car and I can say nothing much to shout about. Never tried the azenis but was told not to expect too much as these are not premium tires compared to Bridgie, Mich and Conts..

Then again I've given up hope on Michs.. they just do not perform in rain!

I'm leaning towards comfort driving nowadays but not keen on sacrificing the fun sometimes.. so its quite a tough choice.. Will Falken get very noisy after like 10-20k of use?

This post has been edited by maui303q: Dec 22 2012, 09:41 AM

Yeah that's what we should think generally are made to suit local climate but it really is a disaster.. humming sound when doing under 60kmh and the grip is nothing like the first batch which was brought in. It was exactly the same model as I insisted them to remain due to the good experience with the first batch.

Can't deny my arm bushing are failing but still reluctant to change as I rarely drive the car now..

Heard very bad comments on 322 and 522. I suppose quality things do come at a higher price.

Agreed each brand have their premium and affordable range.
Bridgestone Turanzas are ok depending on which model as they are mostly premium touring for sedans where as the Potenza series are for performance. No doubt the MY-01 is a total failure replacement of their Techno 50 if I'm not wrong. I've tried the RE030 and by far the best rubber I've tried to date!

I think my main concern is cheap and reasonable performance and comfort. The Azenis seems to fit the bill just nice and since its from Japan, it shouldn't go very wrong.

912 was on a Sentra.

you mean PT 722 is better for comfort and performance compared fk 453?

Yeah, agreed.. the car is very low used by previous owner and myself for the past half year. .
Don't mind the wear as I'm out of the country most of the time thus the low usage of the car.. for me the rip and comfort is important.

'pear' shape? any example? human body i know la.. hahaah

hmm.. tough choice.. will see how much pt722 cost.

My choice will be the cheaper one