tire swap

jk6672 · 05-13-2009, 09:05 PM

I currently have the PS2's that came with the stock 19's. My question is how do the PS2's compare to the NITTO INVO's or the TOYO TR1's? would I see a difference in handling, better or worst?

foosh · 05-13-2009, 10:57 PM

PS2s are top-rated, but as with all questions on tires it's always a trade-off. What are you looking for? Best price, wear, handling, cold vs. warm, rain, etc? You'll get different answers for each category. You're best off doing a lot of research yourself, and thinking about what is most important to you.

It's very tough to beat the PS2s in the handling department for a street tire in street use, that also do a good job in the rain.

MrHarris · 05-14-2009, 04:52 AM

I find the Nitto INVO's grip about 80-90% of the PS2's, and requiring a much shorter time to get them in "optimal grip" temperature. The PS2's took about double the time to get them to grip 100%.

Steering response I find the INVO's only about 60-70% of the PS2's. The PS2's steering response is precise and quick where as the INVO's feel sluggish.

Price, the INVO's were $300 flat for my rears (285/30/19) while the PS2's in the same size were $452. Yes, this is PER tire.

Space Ghost · 05-14-2009, 07:34 PM

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"Steering response I find the INVO's only about 60-70% of the PS2's. The PS2's steering response is precise and quick where as the INVO's feel sluggish."

+100%

dont get them if you are looking for a better handling tire.

FrankieP · 05-14-2009, 11:44 PM

Can't beat the PS2 for performance. Best wet and dry traction available by any tire.

TRZ06 · 05-15-2009, 12:14 AM

Look at the new Pirelli P Zero's for ultimate street performance. I just got them and they rock!!! Performance wise they are ahead of the PS2s. Crisper turn-in, more grip.

In TireRack's latest tests, they beat out the PS2 as well.

OR

if you want EXTREME performance, go look at the new Bridgestone Potenza RE-11's, That was my 1st choice but they are not available in the sizes I need yet on my HRE wheels, but I will probably go with them when the PZeros wear out, as I am sure they will expand the sizes by then. Just remember the treadwear rating on them is 180, not the 220 like the PZeros or the PS2s.

Ryan@IND · 05-15-2009, 12:14 AM

+1 Can't beat the PS2 for performance. But I think the Invo is a great "bang for the buck"!

Space Ghost · 05-15-2009, 08:23 PM

These got pretty good reviews I dont have any expierence with them though.

05-13-2009, 09:05 PM	#1
jk6672 First Lieutenant 48 Rep 332 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 m3 6MT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: El Centro, Ca iTrader: (2)	tire swap I currently have the PS2's that came with the stock 19's. My question is how do the PS2's compare to the NITTO INVO's or the TOYO TR1's? would I see a difference in handling, better or worst?
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foosh Major 27 Rep 1,314 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 E93 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Annapolis, MD iTrader: (0)	PS2s are top-rated, but as with all questions on tires it's always a trade-off. What are you looking for? Best price, wear, handling, cold vs. warm, rain, etc? You'll get different answers for each category. You're best off doing a lot of research yourself, and thinking about what is most important to you. It's very tough to beat the PS2s in the handling department for a street tire in street use, that also do a good job in the rain. __________________
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MrHarris yodog 197 Rep 5,025 Posts Drives: '86 Corolla Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Diamond Bar, Ca iTrader: (5) Garage List 2009 BMW [10.00]	I find the Nitto INVO's grip about 80-90% of the PS2's, and requiring a much shorter time to get them in "optimal grip" temperature. The PS2's took about double the time to get them to grip 100%. Steering response I find the INVO's only about 60-70% of the PS2's. The PS2's steering response is precise and quick where as the INVO's feel sluggish. Price, the INVO's were $300 flat for my rears (285/30/19) while the PS2's in the same size were $452. Yes, this is PER tire. __________________ 2009 E92 M3 \| Alpine White \| Black Extended \| Advan RS \| Turner Test Pipes \| Dinan Axle-Back \| OETuning \| Eibach Springs \| UUC SSK \| VRS Front Lip \| VRS Type I Diffuser \| Matte Black \| RPi Scoops \| MS Filter \| Yokohama AD08 \| F1 Pinnacle Special Thanks: Gintani \| OETuning \| eAs
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FrankieP 47 Rep 410 Posts Drives: E92 M3 AW/BLK Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	Can't beat the PS2 for performance. Best wet and dry traction available by any tire.
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TRZ06 Lieutenant Colonel 629 Rep 1,753 Posts Drives: 16' M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	Look at the new Pirelli P Zero's for ultimate street performance. I just got them and they rock!!! Performance wise they are ahead of the PS2s. Crisper turn-in, more grip. In TireRack's latest tests, they beat out the PS2 as well. OR if you want EXTREME performance, go look at the new Bridgestone Potenza RE-11's, That was my 1st choice but they are not available in the sizes I need yet on my HRE wheels, but I will probably go with them when the PZeros wear out, as I am sure they will expand the sizes by then. Just remember the treadwear rating on them is 180, not the 220 like the PZeros or the PS2s. __________________ 18? Camaro 2SS 1LE 16' M3 MG Ext. /SO Int. (DCT, Ohlin R/T, 19" wheels) 15' Audi S4 13' Audi TTRS (APR stage 1, MSS springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' M3 Interlagos Blue: 6sp, Tech.
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Ryan@IND BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 1771 Rep 7,653 Posts Drives: ACR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago iTrader: (18)	+1 Can't beat the PS2 for performance. But I think the Invo is a great "bang for the buck"! __________________ IND DISTRIBUTION \| 866-963-4520 • INSTAGRAM • FACEBOOK • FLICKR
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Space Ghost Captain 11 Rep 619 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: USA-PA iTrader: (5)	Potenza RE050A These got pretty good reviews I dont have any expierence with them though.
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