Are run flat tyres less robust than ordinary ones?
Are run flat tyres less robust than ordinary ones? I currently have a puncture and when I get the Continental tyre replaced tomorrow, it will be the tenth I have had replaced for flats and punctures in 6.5 years with this BMW. I had my previous BMW for 9 years with conventional tubeless tyres and didn't have a single puncture even though I drive and park in the same areas. I really like the run flats but they are proving costly!
Asked on 29 December 2016 by carowner
Answered by
Honest John
Not less robust. Far from it. Most still use strengthened sidewalls. But low profile tyres (tyres of a profile of less than 55) are generally vulnerable because there is less tyre between the rim and the road so they are more prone to damage from kerbs and potholes.
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