Ford Falcon BF Tyres
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| Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 (126) | 83% | 78% | 76% | 73% | 58% | 65% | 64% | 71% | 1,891,356 |
| Goodyear Excellence (67) | 78% | 69% | 69% | 70% | 70% | 74% | 60% | 70% | 1,466,156 |
| Accelera Alpha (34) | 65% | 43% | 53% | 44% | 75% | 60% | 50% | 56% | 334,370 |
| Toyo H08 (2) | 55% | 35% | 35% | 35% | 75% | 40% | 50% | 46% | 15,030 |
Ford Falcon BF Tyre Review Highlights
Writing about the Accelera Alpha given 80% (235-45-17-W)
Driving on mostly town for 50000 spirited miles
Driving on mostly town for 50000 spirited miles
I drive a taxi full-time at night. I had read about these tyres in a magazine called Wheels, which is published here in Australia. If you Google search then you'll find the review on the CarPoint.com.au web site.
My taxi had a dry weight of around 1,7000kg. Summers here are long and dry, so when it does start raining the roads get extremely slippery due to the oil build-up from the dry months.
I was extremely impressed with the traction that I got in wet conditions with these tyres. I went through two complete sets from June 2010 until February 2011 and would love to continue using them. I was using 235/45R17 97W tyres, so maybe the higher load rating made a difference.
Unfortunately, they are not available in a suitable 18" size that will fit the rims that I am about to start using, so now I have to find another option. I would stick with the Alpha tyres if they had a suitable size.
I have spent years riding and racing motorbikes, so I'm well familiar with throwing a vehicle around. I used to push my taxi extremely hard on certain roads with these tyres and never lost control.
I don't know why there are so many negative reviews of these tyres. Maybe there was some change in the manufacturing process? Don't know... just wish they were available in a 235/40ZR18 size so that I could stick with them. At this stage I'll be trying out some Neuton NT5000 tyres (which are made by the same company).
My taxi had a dry weight of around 1,7000kg. Summers here are long and dry, so when it does start raining the roads get extremely slippery due to the oil build-up from the dry months.
I was extremely impressed with the traction that I got in wet conditions with these tyres. I went through two complete sets from June 2010 until February 2011 and would love to continue using them. I was using 235/45R17 97W tyres, so maybe the higher load rating made a difference.
Unfortunately, they are not available in a suitable 18" size that will fit the rims that I am about to start using, so now I have to find another option. I would stick with the Alpha tyres if they had a suitable size.
I have spent years riding and racing motorbikes, so I'm well familiar with throwing a vehicle around. I used to push my taxi extremely hard on certain roads with these tyres and never lost control.
I don't know why there are so many negative reviews of these tyres. Maybe there was some change in the manufacturing process? Don't know... just wish they were available in a 235/40ZR18 size so that I could stick with them. At this stage I'll be trying out some Neuton NT5000 tyres (which are made by the same company).
Writing about the Goodyear Excellence given 70% (225-50-17-W)
Driving on mostly motorways for 15000 spirited miles
Driving on mostly motorways for 15000 spirited miles
Good tyres in general but a bit dissappointed in milage got double out of last goodyear tyres, but very happy with performance of tyre in general.
Writing about the Goodyear Excellence given 69% (225-50-17-V)
Driving on a combination of roads for 58000 average miles
Driving on a combination of roads for 58000 average miles
Being OEM on my new Australian Ford Falcon, I had no choice of brands. I am happy with the tyres. They are good in the wet and dry. Providess a quiet and comfortable ride and have saved me in a couple of tight spots.
I am not happy with the rapid 'shoulder wear'. Despite religiously following the car manufacturer's recommended 32PSI inflation (for light passenger loads, as I travel alone mostly); and have always had 15,000 km wheel rotations and alignments when necessary. Currently, I need to replace all four tyres at 58,000kms. The shoulders are nearly worn down, while the inside tread still have approximately 4mm remaining.
Thinking about replacing with the same tyres but I am wondering if there are other brands with a better in price/performance. My 225/50/R17s are not a common size and they are expensive to replace. Have been recommended GY Excellence 235/45/R17s for economy and better performance. Any feedback on these 235/45/R17s is appreciated.
I am not happy with the rapid 'shoulder wear'. Despite religiously following the car manufacturer's recommended 32PSI inflation (for light passenger loads, as I travel alone mostly); and have always had 15,000 km wheel rotations and alignments when necessary. Currently, I need to replace all four tyres at 58,000kms. The shoulders are nearly worn down, while the inside tread still have approximately 4mm remaining.
Thinking about replacing with the same tyres but I am wondering if there are other brands with a better in price/performance. My 225/50/R17s are not a common size and they are expensive to replace. Have been recommended GY Excellence 235/45/R17s for economy and better performance. Any feedback on these 235/45/R17s is appreciated.
Writing about the Toyo H08 given 23% (215-60-16-T)
Driving on mostly town for 15000 easy going miles
Driving on mostly town for 15000 easy going miles
These tyres are absoulte rubbish and quite dangerous in the wet, having very little ability to get rid of water.
Also have no "bite" an grass or other smooth surfaces.
They feel like they are made of concrete with poor ride quality and constant flat spotting when left standing.
I now have to throw these tyres away as they are only 20% worn, but my life is worth more than these tyres.
Spend a bit more and get some decent tyres!
Also have no "bite" an grass or other smooth surfaces.
They feel like they are made of concrete with poor ride quality and constant flat spotting when left standing.
I now have to throw these tyres away as they are only 20% worn, but my life is worth more than these tyres.
Spend a bit more and get some decent tyres!
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Driving on mostly motorways for 30000 spirited miles