225/50R17 94W XL Winter Tyres

[silver1011]

I'm struggling to find any winter tyres in 225/50 R17 with the required 94W XL (Extra Load) needed for my 2011 MkII Superb.

 

Has anyone seen anything in this size / specs?

[Huskoda]

I've seen Michelin Alpins of a similar size in W. But why not V/H? They're also a size too big for a mk2 Superb

[trundlenut]

I've seen Michelin Alpins of a similar size in W. But why not V/H? They're also a size too big for a mk2 Superb

I would go for H rated, not planning on exceeding 130mph are you?

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[silver1011]

I'll be honest, the only reason I was looking for W is because that it what Skoda fitted.

 

If dropping down a few speed ratings is OK then that is great!

 

The recommended size for the Superb is 225/45 but I'm going to try a 50 profile for the additional pothole resistance and to fill the arches a little better.

 

Discussed briefly here...

 

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/373406-can-i-fit-22550-r17-tyres-to-my-superb/

[ChrisRs]

Get these...Excellent tyres...Just bought a set for the DS4

Had them on the vRS for 4 winters, still plenty of tread left for one more winter...Now sold though

http://www.mytyres.co.uk/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=110&cart_id=45999479.110.8717&sowigan=Wi&Breite=225&Quer=50&Felge=17&Speed=&Load=&kategorie=&Marke=&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&filter_preis_bis=&filter_preis_von=&homologation=&Label=C-E-72-2&details=Ordern&typ=R-263493

[Auric Goldfinger]

Never mind Tyres Silver You need  " Fish and Chip Money, " Just buy 3 tyres   :yes:

[silver1011]

Haha, I might need the winter tyres to get there!

[silver1011]

Get these...Excellent tyres...Just bought a set for the DS4

Had them on the vRS for 4 winters, still plenty of tread left for one more winter...Now sold though

http://www.mytyres.co.uk/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=110&cart_id=45999479.110.8717&sowigan=Wi&Breite=225&Quer=50&Felge=17&Speed=&Load=&kategorie=&Marke=&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&filter_preis_bis=&filter_preis_von=&homologation=&Label=C-E-72-2&details=Ordern&typ=R-263493

 

Cheers Chris, £103 each fitted, not bad!

[silver1011]

After far too much time looking at tyres all I can see is black rings!

 

I think I've decided on the Nokian WR D4. A new tyre for 2015 to replace the very well respected W3.

 

Great fuel efficiency for my high mileage, a good chunky rim protector too.

 

225/50 R17 98V XL.

 

Best online price is £102 (fitted) so I'll see what my local tyre fitter can do over the phone tomorrow.

[trundlenut]

I just bought another pair of Nokian WR A3, so I have four matching tyres.  I got them from Oponeo and my mate's garage fitted them for £10 each.

[silver1011]

All sorted!

 

Found the Nokian's online via a company called Tyre Leader, they also ranged a version with an H speed rating (up to 130mph) which were the best part of a tenner cheaper. My trusty Superb can be a bit nippy when it wants to be but 130mph is definitely not going to happen unless I decide to reenact the Thelma and Louise film!

 

So 4x 225/50 R17 98H XL (reinforced) for £316.12 or £79.03 each inc. VAT.

 

Fitting was an extra £9 per tyre and get sent directly to a local fitter near me.

 

I'm happy with that, £88.03 each all in for what appears to be a cracking winter tyre, bring on the winter!

[silver1011]

All credit to Tyre Leader, three days from ordering to arriving at my chosen fitter and they came from Germany.

 

Not been in storage for ages either, they have a week 32, 2015 date on them (1st week of August).

 

Very much liking the extra profile, a nice chunky look and loads of pothole absorption hopefully.

 

Very pleased for £89 a corner fitted, bring on the winter!

 

 

 

 

 

[trundlenut]

I like the tread depth indicators on the Nokian tyres.

[Gizmo]

They are what I have just gone for (but 55 profile) however 1 has been lost in transit so currently waiting on its replacement, from my previous experience of Nokian’s I do not think we will be disappointed in them.

[silver1011]

I like the tread depth indicators on the Nokian tyres.

Ah, I get it now!

The 8, 6, snowflake and 4 all disappear as you wear past them?

Good idea.

[trundlenut]

Ah, I get it now!

The 8, 6, snowflake and 4 all disappear as you wear past them?

Good idea.

Yep. So once the snowflake goes, they will be no good in the snow anymore.

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[clv101]

I recently got some Nokian WR D4 from Tyre Leader, cheap and quick.

[Jeeves]

All sorted!

 

Found the Nokian's online via a company called Tyre Leader, they also ranged a version with an H speed rating (up to 130mph) which were the best part of a tenner cheaper. My trusty Superb can be a bit nippy when it wants to be but 130mph is definitely not going to happen unless I decide to reenact the Thelma and Louise film!

 

So 4x 225/50 R17 98H XL (reinforced) for £316.12 or £79.03 each inc. VAT.

 

Fitting was an extra £9 per tyre and get sent directly to a local fitter near me.

 

I'm happy with that, £88.03 each all in for what appears to be a cracking winter tyre, bring on the winter!

And they'll fit the Scout too if needed.