Tires, 2009 Honda Fit Sport
#21
i would definitely try the G19's.
#22
Stock 185/55R16 Overall
Diam. 24.2"
205/50R16 Overall
Diam. 24.1"
195/50R16 Overall
Diam. 23.7"
195/55R16 Overall
Diam. 24.4"
As you can see 205/50-16's are actually the closest dia to the stock 185's.
195's will work but 205 will probably have better traction due to being slightly wider. Your speedo might be slightly more off with 195's too.
Last edited by Committobefit08; 10-26-2010 at 11:30 AM.
#24
A few people run 205/55 and report that the tire will rub only in extreem situations. It does result in a 3.6% difference, but it also provides more tire height resulting in a more comfortable ride. I would assume tire life would be better. I may do this when the time comes, or perhaps the 195/55.
Granted the 205/50 provides more tire choices than stock, but I hate the idea of having a less diameter tire. The Fit is low enough already...
Granted the 205/50 provides more tire choices than stock, but I hate the idea of having a less diameter tire. The Fit is low enough already...
Last edited by Spacecoast; 10-26-2010 at 10:11 PM.
#25
A few people run 205/55 and report that the tire will rub only in extreem situations. It does result in a 3.6% difference, but it also provides more tire height resulting in a more comfortable ride. I would assume tire life would be better. I may do this when the time comes, or perhaps the 195/55.
Granted the 205/50 provides more tire choices than stock, but I hate the idea of having a less diameter tire. The Fit is low enough already...
Granted the 205/50 provides more tire choices than stock, but I hate the idea of having a less diameter tire. The Fit is low enough already...
Remember the speedo/odo being off means your WARRANTY is off. by the same amount. Sometimes in your favor, sometimes not. the 205/50 will be slightly in your favor for warrranty and the closest to stock/highest performer that likely won't rub.
~SB
Last edited by specboy; 10-26-2010 at 10:52 PM.
#26
For what it's worth, the recommended tire size for the Mugen wheels on the Fit is indeed 205/50R16 (Honda Fit Alloy Wheels - Genuine 2009-2010 Honda Fit Alloy Wheels)
The Mugen wheel is 6.5" wide (compared to 6" for the stock alloys) though.
The Mugen wheel is 6.5" wide (compared to 6" for the stock alloys) though.
#27
I found these, I really like Michelin tires as I have had very good wear on our other car with them. I found these on Tirerack.com and am wondering if these would be safe on my car: Pilot Exalto A/S. Size: 205/50R16
Can anyone explain how these would be safe/fit the car?
Can anyone explain how these would be safe/fit the car?
Dunlops are fine. I expect over 40 K out of mine.
#28
I would not recommend wider tires. According to automotive books, these tires will be dangerous as they could slide off the wheel in hard cornering. Do a search on google why it's not recommended to use wrong size tires.
Dunlops are fine. I expect over 40 K out of mine.
Dunlops are fine. I expect over 40 K out of mine.
I agree on the general, not so much on the specifics.
If we were talking 225, definitely. 215, probably. But 205? Hum... I think that should be within the acceptable size for a 6" rim.
I cite TireRack... Tire Tech Information - Tire Specs Explained: Rim Width Range with the tire in question having a range from 5.5" to 7.5" (listed on TireRack and Michelin Tires, need to click on specs).
But hey, it's a seller site... so I know it isn't the "final word" on the topic... but so far, it's good enough for me.
#29
I would not recommend wider tires. According to automotive books, these tires will be dangerous as they could slide off the wheel in hard cornering. Do a search on google why it's not recommended to use wrong size tires.
Dunlops are fine. I expect over 40 K out of mine.
Dunlops are fine. I expect over 40 K out of mine.
~SB
#30
Ok, sounds convincing... if the information on the acceptable widths for this wheel includes 205s.... It's two sizes above what honda chose to mount on its wheels (185 195 and 205) so it sounded like a bit too much difference. Still, I would not even want to to sacrifice gas mileage with increased rolling resistance and probably increased weight of the wheel.
But, to each their own.
But, to each their own.
#31
Ok, sounds convincing... if the information on the acceptable widths for this wheel includes 205s.... It's two sizes above what honda chose to mount on its wheels (185 195 and 205) so it sounded like a bit too much difference. Still, I would not even want to to sacrifice gas mileage with increased rolling resistance and probably increased weight of the wheel.
But, to each their own.
But, to each their own.
Also, before I purchase I just want to make sure that this tire will fit my stock rims?
Last edited by Mainer82; 10-27-2010 at 12:39 PM.
#32
Ok, sounds convincing... if the information on the acceptable widths for this wheel includes 205s.... It's two sizes above what honda chose to mount on its wheels (185 195 and 205) so it sounded like a bit too much difference. Still, I would not even want to to sacrifice gas mileage with increased rolling resistance and probably increased weight of the wheel.
But, to each their own.
But, to each their own.
Of course their is nothing wrong with staying stock size and you do have one dunlop and two bridgestone (well 3 if you count the winter tire) to chose from in the stock 185/55/16 size. Although one of the bridgestones has been unavailable for a while.
#33
For some reason I thought I saw that the warranty on the Pilot Exalto A/S were 75k but it's actually 45k. That's semi expensive for that rating, isn't it? I looked up the Potenza G 019 Grid which have a better life span but am wondering if they will wear our quicker? The other thing is that they are on back order for 7 weeks according to Tire rack... Inspection runs out this month.
Last edited by Mainer82; 10-27-2010 at 05:02 PM.
#34
For some reason I thought I saw that the warranty on the Pilot Exalto A/S were 75k but it's actually 45k. That's semi expensive for that rating, isn't it? I looked up the Potenza G 019 Grid which have a better life span but am wondering if they will wear our quicker? The other thing is that they are on back order for 7 weeks according to Tire rack... Inspection runs out this month.
#35
For some reason I thought I saw that the warranty on the Pilot Exalto A/S were 75k but it's actually 45k. That's semi expensive for that rating, isn't it? I looked up the Potenza G 019 Grid which have a better life span but am wondering if they will wear our quicker? The other thing is that they are on back order for 7 weeks according to Tire rack... Inspection runs out this month.
#36
Using Committobefit08's numbers from TireRack, you'd get 64.73 mph when the speedo indicates 65, if you switch to 205/55/16.
I don't think it's enough to worry.
#37
I find the Miata site helpful in determining relative tire size: www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html