Tyres ..... again XL or Not?
 

Hi, I'm looking to change my tyres and looking at a number of different brands and reading lots of good advice and opinions.

However, does anyone know whether I should fit XL (Extra Load) or SL (Standard Load) tyres on a Hawkeye wagon?

I'm running 18inch prodrive alloys and non XL tyres are not that easy to find especially if I want a quality replacement tyres with decent performance.

Any advice?

XL is best imo on a hawkeye. The stronger sidewalls will give a sharper steering response

And a harsher ride... with more load from potholes transmitted to the wheel rim.

Just giving both sides :)

I don,t find the ride harsh in my car tbh, I run pirelli p zero nero,s 18" XL. On my second set too.

I must confess, I was worried about effecting the ride. Its running Goodyear Eagle F1 (chevron pattern) which are past their best. The ride is OK but I understand that the sidewalls are softer than some of the XL rubber.

Decisions decisions !!!!

If you drive hard and think you would notice the difference, the stronger sidewalls are worth it. On toyo T1r's on a hillclimb, I had tread wear half way up the sidewall- these cars are very demanding in that respect.

Profile will make more of a difference on comfort- I run 40 and its not too bad.