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I figured your post was just a typo, since the numbers were the same; using red type for the size that lowered the gearing makes that value easier to spot. When I wear out my first set, I'm going with 205/60-16 for all the reasons listed in this thread. Probably the Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max, if for no other reason than there is a Goodyear store very near where I live.
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Everyone keeps saying 205/50's.
Today I got some 205/55/16's installed and they are great. I don't think there is much difference between the 55 and 50, right? I do notice though, if one wheel hits a deep bump in the road (mountain roads, etc) then the wheel rubs a bit (not on the top of the wheel well, but on the side, just slightly). WAY better handling, its great :D |
The stock 185/55R16 tire has a diameter of 24.01 in. The 205/55R16 tire you have fitted has a diameter of 24.87 in, which will make your speedometer run about 3.6% too slow, and is probably why the tire rubs, as you report. In comparison, a 205/50R16 has a diameter only .06" larger than the OEM fitment.
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Originally Posted by SCBarren
(Post 747301)
Today I got some 205/55/16's installed and they are great. I don't think there is much difference between the 55 and 50, right?
I do notice though, if one wheel hits a deep bump in the road (mountain roads, etc) then the wheel rubs a bit (not on the top of the wheel well, but on the side, just slightly). WAY better handling, its great :D |
Originally Posted by SCBarren
(Post 747301)
Everyone keeps saying 205/50's.
Today I got some 205/55/16's installed and they are great. I don't think there is much difference between the 55 and 50, right? I do notice though, if one wheel hits a deep bump in the road (mountain roads, etc) then the wheel rubs a bit (not on the top of the wheel well, but on the side, just slightly). WAY better handling, its great :D |
Originally Posted by txmatt
(Post 747393)
Let us know what you think when you get to drive on them more. I'd be interested to hear if they affected ride quality any. The slightly taller aspect ratio might soften some of the impact harshness a bit.
I actually noticed really quickly that the ride was softer. My passenger (a buddy of mine who's in the car a lot) also noticed really quickly how it felt nicer. But WOW to the handling increase. I totally recommend this to anyone. I can take turns way better then I could before. They barely ever rub, as well - only when I was on a back mountain windy road with pot holes. So I guess I ought to call Honda bout my speedo then? (The tire guy mentioned it would slow it down). |
Originally Posted by Committobefit08
(Post 747480)
got a pic of your new tires on the stock rims?
Here, went out and took two :) https://img179.imageshack.us/img179/705/img6635.jpg https://img43.imageshack.us/img43/3136/img6636f.jpg enjoy :) |
Originally Posted by SCBarren
(Post 747496)
Here, went out and took two :)
enjoy :) +rep |
Originally Posted by SCBarren
(Post 747301)
Everyone keeps saying 205/50's.
Today I got some 205/55/16's installed and they are great. I don't think there is much difference between the 55 and 50, right? I do notice though, if one wheel hits a deep bump in the road (mountain roads, etc) then the wheel rubs a bit (not on the top of the wheel well, but on the side, just slightly). WAY better handling, its great :D |
Originally Posted by vwli
(Post 748375)
The rubbing will be worse if you have a full load. I hope it is not going to cause any problem during normal driving.
It hasn't so far at all... But I've driven others lowered cars and I assume it would be similar to that, no? Just requires careful driving, which is what I like to do anyways. |
205/55/16 should lower your rpm's stock tires 840
"" " 811 speedo off, so what allow for it. |
Originally Posted by jrlnc
(Post 635606)
I replaced my stock tires with the above size in Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max because I wanted something that was low rolling resistance.
They also have a better ride and grip than the original tires. Somewhat quieter too. Not quite like Michelin MXV4's, but definitely better. The size is almost perfect because like another poster said, size change affects your speedometer. My speedo is just about dead on now with the GPS. The difference is miniscule. A side benefit, which I was hoping for, is improved gas mileage. My last tank was 41 mpg in normal driving. Usually I'm averaging around 38 mpg. I really need to average this over a longer distance, but it is encouraging. Usually a wider tire will lower your gas mileage. The rolling resistance offsets this. I think they might be a great combo between mpg and handling. Thanks |
OK so can anyone recommend a 205/50/16 tire with a very stiff sidewall? |
Originally Posted by jrlnc
(Post 635606)
I replaced my stock tires with the above size in Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max because I wanted something that was low rolling resistance.
They also have a better ride and grip than the original tires. Somewhat quieter too. Not quite like Michelin MXV4's, but definitely better. The size is almost perfect because like another poster said, size change affects your speedometer. My speedo is just about dead on now with the GPS. The difference is miniscule. A side benefit, which I was hoping for, is improved gas mileage. My last tank was 41 mpg in normal driving. Usually I'm averaging around 38 mpg. I really need to average this over a longer distance, but it is encouraging. Usually a wider tire will lower your gas mileage. The rolling resistance offsets this. |
Originally Posted by qbmurderer13
(Post 633734)
What he said ^^^
205/50/16 is the tire size you need. |
For the Fit Sport: 205/50/16 is nice if you want to go way wider than stock (185/55/16) but I want a tire that is only slightly wider, AND a little taller (I want the car an inch higher so the nose doesn't scrape on eneven road surfaces). I don't mind if the speed/odometer is slightly off. When the time comes I think that 195/55/16 will look and ride better. The stock ones look dinky and cheap.
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