front tires

[rock]

got a 2010 rts and feel the front tires need replaced. are there any sizes that wont have problems with the nanny. also is there a brand and style that has been tested and reccomended by others that have tryed other sizes??

[SPYD3R]

here's my list:
SPYDER TIRES
For front tires:
165/65R14 BARUM POLARIS 2
165/65R14 KLEBER KRISALP 3
165/65R14 UNIROYAL MS PLUS 5
165/65R14 SEMPERIT WINTER-GRIP
165/65R14 PIRELLI W190 SNOWCONTROL
165/65R14 GOODYEAR ULTRAGRIP 7
165/65R14 DUNLOP SP WINTER SPORT M3
165/65R14 CONTINENTAL TS 800
165/65R14 MICHELIN ALPIN A3

For rear tire:
-Federal 225/50R15 SS-595 91W
-Fulda 225/50R15 Cart extremo
-Michelin 225/50R15 PI.Exalto PE-2
-Toyo R888 225/50R15, approved for road, but not good under rain (aquaplanning).
-Pirelli P Zero A
-Dunlop SP9000

personally, i'm running KUMHO's up front, as well as the rear... with exceptional performance from both...
Front are: KUMHO Solus HM, P175/65R14, Rear is: KUMHO AST, 225/50R15....

[Bob Denman]

Stay with the OEM size, and you'll NEVER have a problem... :thumbup:

[MouthPiece]

Stay with the OEM size, and you'll NEVER have a problem... :thumbup:

Not only that, but with a 2010 RT-S you should get JUST around 24,000 miles on your front OEM's.

Chris

[Chupaca]

Stay with the OEM size, and you'll NEVER have a problem... :thumbup:

:agree: there are a lot that fit but you can't go wrong with the original...:thumbup:

[Bob Denman]

I might try some different brands of tires; the sizes will stay as BRP intended... :agree:

[cuznjohn]

here's my list:
SPYDER TIRES
For front tires:
165/65R14 BARUM POLARIS 2
165/65R14 KLEBER KRISALP 3
165/65R14 UNIROYAL MS PLUS 5
165/65R14 SEMPERIT WINTER-GRIP
165/65R14 PIRELLI W190 SNOWCONTROL
165/65R14 GOODYEAR ULTRAGRIP 7
165/65R14 DUNLOP SP WINTER SPORT M3
165/65R14 CONTINENTAL TS 800
165/65R14 MICHELIN ALPIN A3

For rear tire:
-Federal 225/50R15 SS-595 91W
-Fulda 225/50R15 Cart extremo
-Michelin 225/50R15 PI.Exalto PE-2
-Toyo R888 225/50R15, approved for road, but not good under rain (aquaplanning).
-Pirelli P Zero A
-Dunlop SP9000

personally, i'm running KUMHO's up front, as well as the rear... with exceptional performance from both...
Front are: KUMHO Solus HM, P175/65R14, Rear is: KUMHO AST, 225/50R15....

let me ask if you change a front tire and replace it with other than a OEM name should you than change both tires not to have two different brands on the front

[MrLooney]

I am not a tire expert by any means of the word.

I thing other more experienced people will chime in later on their expertise.

My suggestion would be that different brands would be ok given they are similar tread design (directional / highway / off road traction tires).

Most definitely the tires should be the same exact size in with and height.

Other than that you would have to look at the 2 different tread patterns

[SPYD3R]

let me ask if you change a front tire and replace it with other than a OEM name should you than change both tires not to have two different brands on the front

never, and i mean NEVER use two different front tires... not even a good idear for cars... tires are cheap enough...

[Bob Denman]

:agree:
Did you have the Bridgestone Potenzas on your list for front tires?
I know that firefly is using a set right now; he seems to like them! :thumbup:
They do come in the OEM sizing also...

[cjackg]

Not only that, but with a 2010 RT-S you should get JUST around 24,000 miles on your front OEM's.

Chris .... That may be true if you live in the land where a twisty is an On-Ramp... :roflblack:

but, where I live the twisties start a mile from my house... and, yes, my 2012 Ltd is starting to show serious wear on the front tires with only 10,000. mi!

I just ordered 2 of the few remaining Bridgestone Potenzas to be ready to replace the front tires next season. I already replaced the rear with a Toyo Proxes.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

here's my list:
SPYDER TIRES
For front tires:
165/65R14 BARUM POLARIS 2
165/65R14 KLEBER KRISALP 3
165/65R14 UNIROYAL MS PLUS 5
165/65R14 SEMPERIT WINTER-GRIP
165/65R14 PIRELLI W190 SNOWCONTROL
165/65R14 GOODYEAR ULTRAGRIP 7
165/65R14 DUNLOP SP WINTER SPORT M3
165/65R14 CONTINENTAL TS 800
165/65R14 MICHELIN ALPIN A3
NEW SIZE YOKOHAMA " S " DRIVE , 185/55 -14 ...V -speed rated FRONT .......this tire has a HUGH footprint, but will fit in the fender 2008 thru 2012..Mike :thumbup::thumbup:
For rear tire:
-Federal 225/50R15 SS-595 91W
-Fulda 225/50R15 Cart extremo
-Michelin 225/50R15 PI.Exalto PE-2
-Toyo R888 225/50R15, approved for road, but not good under rain (aquaplanning).
-Pirelli P Zero A
-Dunlop SP9000

personally, i'm running KUMHO's up front, as well as the rear... with exceptional performance from both...
Front are: KUMHO Solus HM, P175/65R14, Rear is: KUMHO AST, 225/50R15....
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

[Oldmanzues]

I only got about 17 K out of my front tires and 20k out of the back, but I believe most vehicle people say never to use different brands on the "same axle".
It makes sense to me. No two tire brands are compounded the same and under extreme ( serve to avoid a wreck), they would react differently.
Just my thoughts
Oldmanzues

[rock]

ok thanks all...i guess id better stay with oem sizes...now just deciding what brand i should use ....:yikes::yikes::yikes:...so many brands so so so

[Bob Denman]

MOre than half of the fun is in the shopping! ;)
Happy Hunting! :thumbup:
Please let us know which ones you decide to get!

[quickster47]

Like Jack did, I also ordered a pair of the few remaining Bridgestone Potenzas 165/65R14 tires from The Tire Rack and have them in hand and ready to be installed at my 14,600 mile service, which will be in another month at our current ryding rate.

My OEM tires have had an inherent wobble at about 42 mph since day one and I have finally decided to do away with them.

Carl

[OldCowboy]

The 2013 RTs have 165/55R15 front tires. Plus, the fenders are closer to the tires to "improve the look." Any ideas for replacements other than OEM?? Going to a 50 profile tire would require a wider tire to keep the same tire height and might rub the fender. Going to a 60/65 profile would require a narrower tire to keep the height the same. Since virtually all my ryding is on twisty Ozark two lane roads :yes::yes: I expect I'll be replacing mine more quickly than usual.

[Ivorspyder]

:agree:
Did you have the Bridgestone Potenzas on your list for front tires?
I know that firefly is using a set right now; he seems to like them! :thumbup:
They do come in the OEM sizing also...
I have the Potenzas which I had installed at 15000 miles in July.Since then I did a 4700 mile trip to Nova Scotia as well of lots of rydes and they are excellent.

ivor:f_spider:

[Bob Denman]

185/55R-14 seems a bit "short" (22.01" versus the OEM's 22.44") :dontknow:
Is that too much of a difference for Nanny to accept without pitching a fit? :shocked:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

185/55R-14 seems a bit "short" (22.01" versus the OEM's 22.44") :dontknow:
Is that too much of a difference for Nanny to accept without pitching a fit? :shocked:

Not really Bob, I posted the Revolutions per mile ( and that is the true measure ) on a past recent thread but of course I can't remember it now and the difference wasn't very much........I doubt the NANNY would notice .....Mike :thumbup:........I'll check my past list of threads :gaah:

[Bob Denman]

It might have been about 900 to 916 per mile... I think! :shocked:


Now... A 175/60R-14 runs about 906 per mile... MUCH closer! :thumbup:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

185/55R-14 seems a bit "short" (22.01" versus the OEM's 22.44") :dontknow:
Is that too much of a difference for Nanny to accept without pitching a fit? :shocked:

Bob the difference in size between these two tires is a "whopping " .......19 revolutions per mile traveled...(more).....This is so insignificant because the OEM tire travels 926 revs per mile.....Hope this allays any fears you may have had...........annnnnnnnnnnnd this is my next front tire it's " V speed rated " and can be had for around $75 at most places I looked.......Mike :thumbup:

[Dan_Ashley]

Motorcycle tires are high performance, softer and stickier. As a result they don't last as long as car tires...MC tires are designed for increased traction with a larger contact patch. Use MC tires on a MC. Use car tires on a car. I use Bridgestone on my Prius. These are the hardest, least sticky tires I've been able to find. They have the least rolling resistance, and the smallest contact patch. I use motocycle tires on my Spyder. My safety, even the little bit of marginal safety from the difference in tires...my safety is worth a lot more than a few dollars.

[Bob Denman]

One thing though... These just ain't motorcycles! They actually react in most ways quite similarly to a subcompact car... :opps:
Bikes have very unique needs in tires due to how they turn...

[Dan_Ashley]

One thing though... These just ain't motorcycles! They actually react in most ways quite similarly to a subcompact car... :opps:
Bikes have very unique needs in tires due to how they turn...
Ok Iagree. But for me, I'm going to use the BRP recommended tires.

[Bob Denman]

:thumbup: And that's cool! :thumbup: I'm currently looking at a set of tront tires for my bike... The OEM Kendas have served me well; they're on the short list! :2thumbs:

[cjackg]

I have the Potenzas which I had installed at 15000 miles in July.Since then I did a 4700 mile trip to Nova Scotia as well of lots of rydes and they are excellent.

ivor:f_spider: Ivor, I am interested in your experience with the Bridgestone Potenzas.... After using them this much do you feel they are as good as the Kendas in ryding the twisties? and in the rain?

Thanks for any comments you can share about these since some folks seem to think the Kendas are better than any car tires.

Jack

[rnet]

Ivor, I am interested in your experience with the Bridgestone Potenzas.... After using them this much do you feel they are as good as the Kendas in ryding the twisties? and in the rain?

Thanks for any comments you can share about these since some folks seem to think the Kendas are better than any car tires.

JackKenda makes tires for lawn movers, Atv's, golf carts, and a spyder, enough said.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Ok Iagree. But for me, I'm going to use the BRP recommended tires.

Dan, it's your life do what you want but if you don't know this .........KENDA'S are at the bottom of the preferred list of motorcycle tires......Mike :thumbup:

[Bob Denman]

I've been happy with the OEMs up front...
The rear of the bike was a different story...

[Dan_Ashley]

Dan, it's your life do what you want but if you don't know this .........KENDA'S are at the bottom of the preferred list of motorcycle tires......Mike :thumbup:
How so?

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

How so?

How so what ? ? ?

[Bob Denman]

They actually do make "truck" tires...245/70R-15s...
who decided that they were at the bottom of the pile? :dontknow:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

They actually do make "truck" tires...245/70R-15s...
who decided that they were at the bottom of the pile? :dontknow:

Bottom ?,....I don't recall anyone saying " Bottom " Bob........However I equate " lawn mower tires ", " golf cart ", wheel barrow " etc ...with less than a " V " speed rating !!!!!!!!!....and Bob the 185/55-14 's Yokohama's I told you about are " V " rated and I'm not sure any of the others mentioned so far are........just sayin........Mike :thumbup:

[Bob Denman]

Mike
It's good to know that you're prepared for 149mph blasts up the Northway,.. :thumbup:
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoSpeedRating.dos

[OldCowboy]

Bottom ?,....I don't recall anyone saying " Bottom " Bob........However I equate " lawn mower tires ", " golf cart ", wheel barrow " etc ...with less than a " V " speed rating !!!!!!!!!....and Bob the 185/55-14 's Yokohama's I told you about are " V " rated and I'm not sure any of the others mentioned so far are........just sayin........Mike :thumbup:

Here you are, from post #29. I think I see you referring to Kenda's as being at the bottom.


Dan, it's your life do what you want but if you don't know this .........KENDA'S are at the bottom of the preferred list of motorcycle tires......Mike :thumbup:

[SpyRyd]

Bottom ?,....I don't recall anyone saying " Bottom " Bob........However I equate " lawn mower tires ", " golf cart ", wheel barrow " etc ...with less than a " V " speed rating !!!!!!!!!....and Bob the 185/55-14 's Yokohama's I told you about are " V " rated and I'm not sure any of the others mentioned so far are........just sayin........Mike :thumbup:

I believe you said "bottom" ... see your post # 29.

[shelbydave]

What does a "V" rated tire give you when you put it on a vehicle that probably makes it to the "H" rating speed at best?

:dontknow::dontknow::dontknow:

[Dan_Ashley]

How so what ? ? ?
With all respect, why do you consider those tires to be defecient? Saying "but the company also makes wheelbarrow tires..." Or something similar is like telling me not to use Dial Soap because the company also makes dog food (yes, the company really does make both.)

What I am really asking is:"What is it about the tires that makes the tires deficient?"

[Bob Denman]

Hi Dan,
The only thing that would make a tire "deficient"; should be an owner's personal unhappy experiences with it...
I wasn't happy with the Kenda OEM tire at the rear of the bike; that's why I'm trying other brands.
The fronts have behaved well-enough that they're still on my list... :thumbup:
But there are always options out there... And more than half of the fun is in the shopping! :D

[jwulf74]

I have Kendas on my pedal bike. They suck. I do have the OEM's on the Spyder and as soon as they are in need of replacement, I personally won't buy another. Cheap Chinese crap that doesn't balance well or hold air well.

Same goes for the Toyo's. Had a set on the GTO and despite the billing as s great street tire, they were the hardest crappiest tire that would not keep traction that I ever owned. Switched to Goodyear and never had a problem.

Like Bob said though...It all depends on your experiences. Others have probably had better experiences with those brands than I did and are perfectly happy with them...or they don't know what they are missing...

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Here you are, from post #29. I think I see you referring to Kenda's as being at the bottom.

" OF THE PERFERRED LIST "..........the perferred list does not include the worst tires.......NOW DO YOU UNDERSTAND !!!!!!!!!! :dontknow: :yikes: :roflblack:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Mike
It's good to know that you're prepared for 149mph blasts up the Northway,.. :thumbup:
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoSpeedRating.dos

Robert, if you have the choice of two $75 tires one rated at 149 mph and one rated at 110 mph which one is the one to buy.......Personally I think the 149 MPH tire is safer .....you may not feel this way........IMHO.....Mike

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I believe you said "bottom" ... see your post # 29.
Yes I did BUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUT .....Read Post # 43 :agree:

[Bob Denman]

Actually; buying tires based solely upon their speed ratings; is kind of like buying soda based solely upon it's calorie count...
There's a lot more in there to worry about. :thumbup:
But I'm actually not a fast rider anyway! :D

[OldCowboy]

" OF THE PERFERRED LIST "..........the perferred list does not include the worst tires.......NOW DO YOU UNDERSTAND !!!!!!!!!! :dontknow: :yikes: :roflblack:

Nevertheless, you used the word 'bottom' and then denied using it without categorization.

Oh, and BTW, I understood all along.

[Bob Denman]

I think that it's all of the lsrge, bright letters, that makes it seems as if Mike's so mad all of the time... :shocked: ;) :joke:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Mike
It's good to know that you're prepared for 149mph blasts up the Northway,.. :thumbup:
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoSpeedRating.dos

Not on my Spyder That only does 118 mph...............Now my COBRA on the other hand is a different story :gaah: :agree:. For that I have Nitto 555 "s...rated " W "

[Bob Denman]

:thumbup: But I was already pretty sure that you'd be shopping in other places for the proper meats for THAT beauty! :thumbup:
By the way... If the Missus was to buy a FF Mk IV complete kit; how much should it take to complete it in time and $$? :shocked:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

What does a "V" rated tire give you when you put it on a vehicle that probably makes it to the "H" rating speed at best?

:dontknow::dontknow::dontknow:

For the same price would you rather pick up a 50 lb load with a rope rated for 50 lbs ............or a rope rated for 100 lbs.,..........it's the same with tires or ladders or anything else..........If it's built stronger .....it's less likely to break.......Is this a concept that's hard to understand......???????? :yikes::yikes::yikes:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

With all respect, why do you consider those tires to be defecient? Saying "but the company also makes wheelbarrow tires..." Or something similar is like telling me not to use Dial Soap because the company also makes dog food (yes, the company really does make both.)

What I am really asking is:"What is it about the tires that makes the tires deficient?"

I'm done trying to help out on this question ! ! .......So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES.................YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER ,....BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh::roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......ride safe on your KENDA'S.......Mike

[OldCowboy]

Actually; buying tires based solely upon their speed ratings; is kind of like buying soda based solely upon it's calorie count...
There's a lot more in there to worry about. :thumbup:

:agree: Just because a tire is rated at 165 MPH, it doesn't make it better than one rated at 110 MPH. Most of us will never exceed 110 MPH for any extended time, so both tires are equally safe for the usual :spyder2: ryder. Other considerations come into play when choosing a tire. Things like wet and dry traction, ryde quality, tire noise, cornering stability, ryde comfort, cost and treadwear.

[Bob Denman]

:bdh:Has this horse been sufficiently tenderized yet?? :bdh:

[SPYD3R]

I'm done trying to help out on this question ! ! .......So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES.................YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER ,....BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh::roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......ride safe on your KENDA'S.......Mike

Mike, some people just don't get it, won't get it, can't get it... stop knocking your head against the wall my friend... :banghead: those of us who know, KNOW...:yes: those of them that don't, don't....:dontknow:
i rest my case... :popcorn:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

:thumbup: But I was already pretty sure that you'd be shopping in other places for the proper meats for THAT beauty! :thumbup:
By the way... If the Missus was to buy a FF Mk IV complete kit; how much should it take to complete it in time and $$? :shocked:
Bob that's like asking why buy a tire rated for 149 MPH :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:........there are approx. 1000 variables to your question.:gaah:

[Bob Denman]

http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_11_4.gif (I knew that...) :roflblack::D:roflblack:
But for argument's sake; lets's assume that it's the rear-IRS equipped setup, and with their wheels....
A carbbed 5.0 up front with a Tremec behind it...
Stainless rollbar (ONLY ONE) and exhaust...
No crazy paint; just the typical twin stripes down the center... (Blue/White)
What should it take to get from the box to the driveway :dontknow:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_11_4.gif (I knew that...) :roflblack::D:roflblack:
But for argument's sake; lets's assume that it's the rear-IRS equipped setup, and with their wheels....
A carbbed 5.0 up front with a Tremec behind it...
Stainless rollbar (ONLY ONE) and exhaust...
No crazy paint; just the typical twin stripes down the center... (Blue/White)
What should it take to get from the box to the driveway :dontknow:

Bob, I only know what I'm capable of any that's still only a S.W.A.G. at best. Like I said previously but probably underestimated approx. 1000 variables to determine what someone else's build time would / could be..........Now on the other hand I do have a mostly built COBRA DAYTONA COUPE ( the fastback ) with a 391 cu.in. stroked Ford windsor eng........435 HP est. at the crank....It has AC.........................and for HER i'd sell it at a loss......Mike........and if you ask for pics :gaah:

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: The Daytona Coupe?? :shocked: :bowdown: :bowdown:
That wasn't the convertible that she was looking for...
But I'll trot it past her, and see if she bites.
Get your pictures ready! :thumbup:

[Dan_Ashley]

I'm done trying to help out on this question ! ! .......So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES.................YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER ,....BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh::roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......ride safe on your KENDA'S.......Mike
Please take a chill pill. Just because I don't understand the logic by which you make assertions, does not mean that I disagree (or agree) with that assertion. I merely asked you, in a calm and respectful manner to explain your thought process. :chill:

[cjackg]

There was a lot of interesting data being brought to the table in this thread but somehow it became a chat for some that need to hear themselves no matter what they have to say... Maybe if everyone posted in the same size text it would keep things in perspective, and avoid the impression that someone is Screamin at you. Maybe some other Spyderlovers would contribute to these threads but are reluctant to enter the "Battlefield"...

It might also help if some of the addictive hourly posters would ask themselves before they post: " Will my post contribute any new information to this thread?" JMHO !

This post will likely draw a lot of fire and will likely be the last I do for a while...

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

There was a lot of interesting data being brought to the table in this thread but somehow it became a chat for some that need to hear themselves no matter what they have to say... Maybe if everyone posted in the same size text it would keep things in perspective, and avoid the impression that someone is Screamin at you. Maybe some other Spyderlovers would contribute to these threads but are reluctant to enter the "Battlefield"...

It might also help if some of the addictive hourly posters would ask themselves before they post: " Will my post contribute any new information to this thread?" JMHO !

This post will likely draw a lot of fire and will likely be the last I do for a while...

best news so far........see no shouting ...........not that I was shouting before

[shelbydave]

For the same price would you rather pick up a 50 lb load with a rope rated for 50 lbs ............or a rope rated for 100 lbs.,..........it's the same with tires or ladders or anything else..........If it's built stronger .....it's less likely to break.......Is this a concept that's hard to understand......???????? :yikes::yikes::yikes:

Sorry I asked... I've been shopping for tires, and the v rated start at about double the price of the same size H.



:agree: Just because a tire is rated at 165 MPH, it doesn't make it better than one rated at 110 MPH. Most of us will never exceed 110 MPH for any extended time, so both tires are equally safe for the usual :spyder2: ryder. Other considerations come into play when choosing a tire. Things like wet and dry traction, ryde quality, tire noise, cornering stability, ryde comfort, cost and treadwear.

Thank you for answering this...

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Mike, I really don't want ot say this...
But I can't read your latest posts... :shocked:

[Silvervette05]

oem size and specs are the best way to go, buy quality not price

[rjgraph]

got a 2010 rts and feel the front tires need replaced. are there any sizes that wont have problems with the nanny. also is there a brand and style that has been tested and reccomended by others that have tryed other sizes??

I am also having trouble finding tires. Every time I look it up P165/65 - R15 comes up. Can I use that size? I thought the r-14/15 was the rim size.

[rjgraph]

Mike, I cannot find the P165/65 R14 tires my bike says I need. All I see is the R15's

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Mike, I cannot find the P165/65 R14 tires my bike says I need. All I see is the R15's

Well I just went to the " TIRERACK " and they Have 165/65-14 ( which is the same as " P165/65-14 ) ..... Vredestein has other 14 in. sizes that will work great .... try Vulcan tire or Simple tire ...... Mike :thumbup:

[ARtraveler]

:oldpost: This post was started in 2013. Only the last three posts are current as of today (2/22/21). :bowdown:

[rjgraph]

Thanks, I will try. I cannot believe they dont make tires for this.

[Fatcycledaddy]

Mike just told you that they do. I just searched Tire Rack and Amazon and found many of them.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchResults.jsp?zip-code=49323&width=165/&ratio=65&diameter=14&rearWidth=165/&rearRatio=0&rearDiameter=14

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[Possible]

There's another thread going on about trying to find the right size tires in a 14" wheel size. I did post in that one
that a quick Google search turned up a bunch of tires in 165/65-14.

[jcthorne]

Tire Rack and Discount Tire both stock the Bridgestone Potenza 165/65R14. We also stock them and have installed many sets. Great tire for the older Spyders that have 14" wheels.