CerberusUK

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?

jh1-2009

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

Galifrey

iTrader: (3)

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

Just giving both sides

jh1-2009

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.

CerberusUK

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 !!!!

Grant74

iTrader: (10)

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.