Advice on winters for 2012 535xi with M

aoua · 09-11-2012, 06:07 PM

HI,

I have a 2012 535 with x-drive and the M package,

tire rack says that i use either:

18" Recommended: 225/50-18
18" Alternate: 245/45-18

for the tire size. what would be preferable?

I was also thinking of these rims:

OZ DAVID:
Front and Rear

Size: 18x8
Offset: 29mm
Backspacing: 5.66"
Bolt Pattern: 5-120
Rec. Tire Size: 225/50-18
Weight: 25.9lbs.
Finish: Machined w/Matte Graphite Acct
Construction: 1pc. Low Pressure Cast/Shot Peened

AM i ok with either tire and this rim?

thanks,

andreas

bobblehead · 09-11-2012, 06:50 PM

rims spec is fine.

tire size I would suggest 245/45/18
- Michelin PA4
- Dunlop WS 3D
- Bridgestone LM60

remmib · 09-12-2012, 05:22 AM

I'd go with 245/45/18 for sure.

aoua · 09-12-2012, 06:11 AM

thanks gentlemen.

The X Men · 09-12-2012, 07:29 AM

I would go with the narrower tire for winter, the 225/50/18, it will go thru snow better.

LiveLarger · 09-12-2012, 07:51 AM

Running 225/55/17 Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 (studded) here, and it's a fantastic car on snow and ice. Even without xdrive.

bimmer man · 09-12-2012, 12:23 PM

I run the Nokian Hakka R 245/45/18 on M350 wheels. And they are really good and I can recommend this setup.

Gilgorm · 09-12-2012, 01:04 PM

For what its worth the BMW Canada website only uses 245/45 R18 Dunlop SP Winter Sport for its F10 Winter Tire Package.

Lee · 09-12-2012, 01:22 PM

Anyone just wrap winters on their 19s?

bobblehead · 09-12-2012, 01:31 PM

For North America, the weathermen are predicting a warmer winter ... just like the past couple ....

tnikolov · 09-12-2012, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee

Anyone just wrap winters on their 19s?

I was wondering about that as well, as I have to get winters for my M351. Any advise would be helpful

Lee · 09-13-2012, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnikolov

I was wondering about that as well, as I have to get winters for my M351. Any advise would be helpful

Unless I hear something completely against it, I'm gonna pull the trigger on ordering Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60s.

bimmer man · 09-14-2012, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee

Unless I hear something completely against it, I'm gonna pull the trigger on ordering Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60s.

http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthre...3#post11337793

Gran Turismo · 09-14-2012, 03:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnikolov

Any advise would be helpful

Check your local country BMW Website or ask your friendly dealership for complete 18" winter wheel packages. If available, they're usually a great deal compared to the prices for separate rims and tires.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 3D in 254/45R18 are great on that car also on dry roads, I never had such a good winter tire on any car before.

LiveLarger · 09-14-2012, 10:26 AM

Considering what I read about driving in the winter here on the forum, I as a few other have said before me recommend trying to get the wheels we use here in scandinavia if you are to drive in a lot of snow.

We are either superior drivers or have superior tires. I'm going with the last one.

Amleto63 · 09-16-2012, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aoua

HI,

I have a 2012 535 with x-drive and the M package,

tire rack says that i use either:

18" Recommended: 225/50-18
18" Alternate: 245/45-18

for the tire size. what would be preferable?

I was also thinking of these rims:

OZ DAVID:
Front and Rear

Size: 18x8
Offset: 29mm
Backspacing: 5.66"
Bolt Pattern: 5-120
Rec. Tire Size: 225/50-18
Weight: 25.9lbs.
Finish: Machined w/Matte Graphite Acct
Construction: 1pc. Low Pressure Cast/Shot Peened

AM i ok with either tire and this rim?

thanks,

andreas

I just ordered a set of Nokian WR A3 245/45R18 (non RFT) for the winter. I think Nokian is #1 among winter M&S tires.

Lee · 09-16-2012, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer man

http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthre...3#post11337793

Thanks for the link. Can you steer me towards some info on putting non-run-flats on?

Amleto63 · 09-16-2012, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer man

http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthre...3#post11337793

Thanks for the link. Can you steer me towards some info on putting non-run-flats on?

IMHO better feeling and sharper handling. Just keep on board a mobility repair kit in case of puncture.

bimmer man · 09-16-2012, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee

Thanks for the link. Can you steer me towards some info on putting non-run-flats on?

I'm running on non runflat on winter Nokian Hakka R 245/18 and M 350 rims. Non-ruflats is much more comfortable for winter roads with lots of uneven road and follow shots much better. Attach a picture with winter wheels.

Lee · 09-16-2012, 03:59 PM

Thanks for all the help. Any thoughts on Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60 245/40/19 on my 351s?

bimmer man · 09-17-2012, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lee

Thanks for all the help. Any thoughts on Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60 245/40/19 on my 351s?

Yes it will look good, but remember that you will not have a 245 on the rear wheels if they are wider than the front wheels, use four front wheels when you have x-drive. Because it would be wrong rotation speed rear wheels are berengnet for 275 wide tires. good luck.

Lee · 10-03-2012, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer man

Yes it will look good, but remember that you will not have a 245 on the rear wheels if they are wider than the front wheels, use four front wheels when you have x-drive. Because it would be wrong rotation speed rear wheels are berengnet for 275 wide tires. good luck.

Heard that changing out RFTs will degrade the seal, therefore, I'm thinking about ordering these in 19s: http://www.**********s.com/Avant-Gar...Wheels-BMW.htm

I just received my set of Blizzak LM-60 245/40/19. Does the four front wheels still apply?

Appreciate the help.

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bobblehead Brigadier General 256 Rep 4,721 Posts Drives: warp speed Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto, On iTrader: (0)	rims spec is fine. tire size I would suggest 245/45/18 - Michelin PA4 - Dunlop WS 3D - Bridgestone LM60
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LiveLarger Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 261 Posts Drives: F11 520d M-sport Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oslo iTrader: (0)	Running 225/55/17 Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 (studded) here, and it's a fantastic car on snow and ice. Even without xdrive.
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bimmer man Lieutenant 75 Rep 514 Posts Drives: 745le xdrive 2020, i3 2020 Join Date: May 2008 Location: norway, kristiansund iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 745le [0.00] 2012 640i [10.00]	I run the Nokian Hakka R 245/45/18 on M350 wheels. And they are really good and I can recommend this setup.
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Gilgorm Second Lieutenant 24 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 2018 640i Xdrive GT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	For what its worth the BMW Canada website only uses 245/45 R18 Dunlop SP Winter Sport for its F10 Winter Tire Package. __________________ 2018 640ix GT; Alpine White, Blk Nappa, Piano; M-sport, Premium (Ceramic, SIRIUS, Soft-close, Vent/Massage Comfort seats, Surround, Sunshades, Parking Ass't), Advanced Driver Ass't (Lane keep, Steering/Lane control, Cross traffic, ACC with Stop/Go), Smartphone, Tint. Retired: 78 300D, 81 300SD, 87 190E, 88 Porsche 924, 89 260E, 93 300E, 97 Volvo 850, 98 E320, 03 BMW 325iT, 02 C230 Sport Coupe, 08 BMW 535i, 12 BMW 535i X-drive
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Lee Lieutenant 64 Rep 411 Posts Drives: '17 X5 50i/'01 Z3 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Anyone just wrap winters on their 19s?
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bobblehead Brigadier General 256 Rep 4,721 Posts Drives: warp speed Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto, On iTrader: (0)	For North America, the weathermen are predicting a warmer winter ... just like the past couple ....
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LiveLarger Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 261 Posts Drives: F11 520d M-sport Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oslo iTrader: (0)	Considering what I read about driving in the winter here on the forum, I as a few other have said before me recommend trying to get the wheels we use here in scandinavia if you are to drive in a lot of snow. We are either superior drivers or have superior tires. I'm going with the last one.
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Lee Lieutenant 64 Rep 411 Posts Drives: '17 X5 50i/'01 Z3 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Thanks for all the help. Any thoughts on Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60 245/40/19 on my 351s?
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