R56 Bridgestone Driveguard review
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Bridgestone Driveguard review
I already posted this is the wheels and tires section. But thought it would be helpful here as well.
After much contemplation, I decided to stick with run flat tires (RFT) for the MCS and give RFTs another chance. Based on all my hours of research, I chose the bridgestone driveguard RTFs and also went slightly wider 205-55/16 on all four corners.
And boy, what a difference they have made! I’m amazed that I’m actually driving on RFTs. These tires are so much more comfortable, not every bump is a bone shattering affair and the road noise has considerably reduced. I can actually listen to the radio and have a conversation without having to yell! The ride has become a little mushy (not terrible). The car has lost a little bit of that “go kart” feeling. Only slightly… but, I’m willing to make that compromise for everyday driving. The steering response is still great and the ride is still sporty/firm. These are all season tires. So don't expect to set any autocross lap records .
They are decent in the twisties under hard cornering. I went out in the rain yesterday on some twisties. I felt much more confident on the wet roads compared to the factory contis. I have yet to push them really hard in the dry.
Overall these are fantastic tires! I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to stick with RFTs but, at the same time have much better driving comfort and above average performance.
After much contemplation, I decided to stick with run flat tires (RFT) for the MCS and give RFTs another chance. Based on all my hours of research, I chose the bridgestone driveguard RTFs and also went slightly wider 205-55/16 on all four corners.
And boy, what a difference they have made! I’m amazed that I’m actually driving on RFTs. These tires are so much more comfortable, not every bump is a bone shattering affair and the road noise has considerably reduced. I can actually listen to the radio and have a conversation without having to yell! The ride has become a little mushy (not terrible). The car has lost a little bit of that “go kart” feeling. Only slightly… but, I’m willing to make that compromise for everyday driving. The steering response is still great and the ride is still sporty/firm. These are all season tires. So don't expect to set any autocross lap records .
They are decent in the twisties under hard cornering. I went out in the rain yesterday on some twisties. I felt much more confident on the wet roads compared to the factory contis. I have yet to push them really hard in the dry.
Overall these are fantastic tires! I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to stick with RFTs but, at the same time have much better driving comfort and above average performance.