New Tyres on Mapped GTi

[jaceyboy]

I am looking at replacing the Kumho tyres on our mapped GTi and want some that will get grip on the front a little better, obvs I know its hard all the power through the front wheels but I am sure we can gain some more grip though better tyres, I know most people love the Michelin PS4 but they are just too expensive in 19", so its come down between Pirelli P-Zero's or Goodyear Eagle F1's Asymmetric 5's, does anyone have experience of these on a mapped GTi please?

[Watts]

I would avoid the P-Zeros, the latest ones do seem to grip a bit better than the ones I had before but even in slightly damp conditions they would have the TC light on or tramp. The PS4S were much better.

[jaceyboy]

I would avoid the P-Zeros, the latest ones do seem to grip a bit better than the ones I had before but even in slightly damp conditions they would have the TC light on or tramp. The PS4S were much better.

Cheers for the reply, I am thinking the F1's might be the way forward for me

[Guzzle]

The F1's seem to be quite highly rated by Tyre Reviews. These are 18's tested here, but I can't imagine it making a huge difference TBH

https://youtu.be/2_utfLrFaOM

[jaceyboy]

Thanks yes agreed

[Al1040]

The F1's are a very good tyre, I have just had a set fitted, however do not expect miracles as it is still easy to break traction with them fitted on my GTD (hopefully the diff on the GTI will reduce that a lot)

[ub7rm]

Have a look at Hankook tyres as well - excellent performance IMO.

[jaceyboy]

The F1's are a very good tyre, I have just had a set fitted, however do not expect miracles as it is still easy to break traction with them fitted on my GTD (hopefully the diff on the GTI will reduce that a lot)

What is the rim protection like?

[Al1040]

Not too bad, better than the PS4's and Bridgestones, not infallible though still have to be really careful. (Running Seville 18's) Had to get the wheels powder coated due to scuffs and white-worm (there are a number of us with a pathological hate for Diamond cut wheels)

[fredgroves]

New mk8 on nineteens comes with Hankook Ventus S1evo3. Might be worth looking at those.