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Yaris Hilton · 08-13-2009, 01:38 PM

When my original tires wear out (which I expect will take a long time), I'll only look at two numbers to choose replacements: Treadwear and price.

ctrj · 08-16-2009, 11:53 AM

I replaced the OE Bridgestone's at 53k with a set of BFG Traction T/A's. My first choice was the Michelin Harmony's but I couldn't find them anywhere. I would not get the BFG's again as they are pretty noisy on the the highway. I sell quite a few tires each day (working at a dealership) and Michelin's are by far the best riding tires.

RedRide · 08-16-2009, 01:44 PM

I still got "Michelin Pilot Exalto/AS" tires on my Celica (it was my DD) and they are without a doubt the best AS tire I ever had. They excell in every area which is remarkable considereing they are AS.

I'm sold on Michelins.

aca72 · 08-17-2009, 01:18 AM

+1 to Michelin Harmony in stock size.

Get them and your done.

Bob Dog · 08-17-2009, 04:39 AM

Michelins MS/LTXs (trucks only) on the Tacoma. They handle nicely refuse to wear out. Falken 912s on the Yaris, great instant improvement in handling, but they seem to be wearing rather quickly (as expected), but then again they were so cheap ($50 each)that they can be affordably replaced.

ivanivanix · 08-17-2009, 02:38 PM

I had Yokohama Avid Touring, and then, after 4 years of quiet and comfy ride, one of my set of four developed a bubble (on my Nissan Quest). The shop said that the tire was defective but, prorated, a replacement was pretty expensive. Went with cheap chinese newcomers called Prime Well, a decision I immediately regretted since my MPG went down 3-4 miles and the ride is not the same anymore.
Lesson learned - even the best out there can croak, but still be more enjoyable and reliable than what is sold cheaper. Go with Yokohama or some other better known brand out there.

cali yaris · 08-17-2009, 02:59 PM

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I'll only look at two numbers to choose replacements: Treadwear and price.

Me too: the lowest on the first number and the highest on the second.

ChinoCharles · 08-17-2009, 03:01 PM

^^ ROFL good one Garm...

Now pick up your shovel and go to your end of the sand pit.

08-16-2009, 11:53 AM	#20
ctrj Drives: 07 Yaris Sdn, 97 4Runner Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 113	I replaced the OE Bridgestone's at 53k with a set of BFG Traction T/A's. My first choice was the Michelin Harmony's but I couldn't find them anywhere. I would not get the BFG's again as they are pretty noisy on the the highway. I sell quite a few tires each day (working at a dealership) and Michelin's are by far the best riding tires. __________________ RJ 2007 Toyota Yaris Base Sedan -5 speed SOLD

08-17-2009, 01:18 AM	#22
aca72 Drives: '07 Yaris S Sedan M5 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Santa Clara, CA Posts: 208	+1 to Michelin Harmony in stock size. Get them and your done. __________________

08-17-2009, 04:39 AM	#23
Bob Dog DARK PHASE OF THE MOON Drives: 07 liftback Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: the Boondocks, NC Posts: 993	Michelins MS/LTXs (trucks only) on the Tacoma. They handle nicely refuse to wear out. Falken 912s on the Yaris, great instant improvement in handling, but they seem to be wearing rather quickly (as expected), but then again they were so cheap ($50 each)that they can be affordably replaced. Last edited by Bob Dog; 08-17-2009 at 05:08 AM.

08-17-2009, 02:38 PM	#24
ivanivanix View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 5 Door Liftback White Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 10	I had Yokohama Avid Touring, and then, after 4 years of quiet and comfy ride, one of my set of four developed a bubble (on my Nissan Quest). The shop said that the tire was defective but, prorated, a replacement was pretty expensive. Went with cheap chinese newcomers called Prime Well, a decision I immediately regretted since my MPG went down 3-4 miles and the ride is not the same anymore. Lesson learned - even the best out there can croak, but still be more enjoyable and reliable than what is sold cheaper. Go with Yokohama or some other better known brand out there. Last edited by ivanivanix; 08-17-2009 at 02:56 PM.

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08-13-2009, 01:38 PM	#19
Yaris Hilton Half a Bubble Off Plumb Drives: 2009 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bristol, Tennessee, USA Posts: 1,593	When my original tires wear out (which I expect will take a long time), I'll only look at two numbers to choose replacements: Treadwear and price.

08-16-2009, 01:44 PM	#21
RedRide Drives: '09 Yaris carmine red 2d HB Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Middletown, NY Posts: 1,501	I still got "Michelin Pilot Exalto/AS" tires on my Celica (it was my DD) and they are without a doubt the best AS tire I ever had. They excell in every area which is remarkable considereing they are AS. I'm sold on Michelins.

08-17-2009, 03:01 PM	#26
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	^^ ROFL good one Garm... Now pick up your shovel and go to your end of the sand pit.