pixelpro

Just wondering if anyone has any experience with thesse tires. I'm at 17000 miles and the Pilot's that came on my coupe are slicks now. I'm looking for a good all season sport tire and am looking for any oppinons on this tire. I've never owned Pirelli's and dont know how they match up in terms of road noise/performance/wear. Any info or opinions are welcome.

tifosiv122

If you are looking for all season stay away from Pirelli. I love Pirelli, thats all I ride on, but they are far from all season. They are not great in the rain and are horrible in the snow. They are amazing on hot days though If you buy Pirellis be prepared to buy a second set of rims/tires for the winter.

Erik

CHATMANR

I just put them on the fronts, and I'm happy so far. [400miles, 36psi with 235/19]

They are very quiet and grippy compared to the 555's. Check out the comparo at tirerack.com

gtownmbc320

They're very nice. I have them on my 2003 Jaguar XK8. It's very good at turning at high speeds. Make sure you get the Z rated ones

bagwell

I've "heard" Pirelli's are great for traction but suck for noise.

I would research on TIRERACK reviews by folks that have bought them...(as was said above)

JAM

word of caution about Pirellis.... I have tried nearly every model of them on my various Benzes. They handle very nicely, but every model caused steering wheel vibrations or a shimmy. Balancing, and rebalancing never helped. I have had the best luck with Michelin, Continental, and Dunlop.

Now, I have used Pirellis on Acuras and Hondas, and they have been phenomenal with no vibrations or shimmying. just something about a Pirelli and a Benz doesn't seem to work.

CRB

Pirelli's stick like gum to the bottom of a homeroom desk, but they wear fast and make tons of noise. Some people swear by them.

JAM

Agreed, and the noise never bothered me, but the vibration sure did.... I began to think that it was my driveshafts or something, but it wasn't, it was definately the tires. Tried the P-Zeros, 4000s, 6000SVs, and some others--all vibrated. BZZZ...