HDEddie1

Besides the Bridgestone Potenza RE050, what other 19" tire comes on the new GS350 F Sport? Any Michelins?
Thanks

dchar

My 2015 F-sport came with Dunlop Sport Max. Not really impressed by these tires because they ride kinda harsh and are kinda loud like the Bridgestones. We'll see if they last longer. On my 2013, I changed the worn out Bridgestones to Michelin Super Sport, and it made a huge difference in ride quality and quietness. Wish Lexus would put the Michelins standard on the car since they cost almost the same (were cheaper when I got them installed).

HDEddie1

Thanks for the tip. Now I know its the Dunlop Sport Max, I'm wondering what the Michelin tire would be.
I may be buying a new F Sport soon and I'm not sure if I should ask for a specific tire (i.e. swap for a particular tire over another).
Any opinion would be appreciated!

dchar

They are Michelin Super Sport. I don't think any of the cars at the dealer would have them already on so tire swap would be your only option. I've read from others on the forum that the dealer charges a fee. If you're willing to pay then do it, but IMO I would just use whatever comes on the car and replace them when needed. This car needs new tires around 18-25K miles.

bigblack06

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Actually, I saw one at my dealership with those wheels already on from factory. Should have grabbed that one.

ItzFilyO

The Michelin Super Sport is cheaper than the Bridgestones plus higher mileage warranty and that's what I'll be getting once my Bridgestones are worn out. There isn't much choices for the FSport staggered setup.

HDEddie1

"The" Pilot Michelin Super Sport? Wow, that would be a great find. That tire is rated better traction, brake, ride, noise (by Tire Rack and other enthusiast) , slightly lighter weight and even a higher wear rating. The dealer I visit has over a dozen F sports so if I spot the Michelins, I'll definitely ask for a swap, even if I pay a fee. Thanks!

thekhmer

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Cali it prob comes with dunlops

And cold weather package comes with different tires and luxury too

Androux123

Very happy with Goodyear eagle F1! 14 GS350 F-sport

They grip like a king through it never snows in my country so I don't have to worry about that.

PlPete

I'll be up-sizing to 245/275 on my staggered set up which opens up a lot of options. General G-MAX RS has caught my eye as a great tire with solid performance and reviews at a significantly lower price. Currently a set goes for under $700!

rclarke94

Usually Michelin Primacy MXM4 come on GS 350 F Sport

np20412

Mine came with continental extreme contact sport (formerly DW). It's an ultra high performance summer tire

Been very pleased with them. Have put 20k on them and still 7/32 all around

JLRespTher

I have these and they are great! unfortunately the only thing is that the G-MAX RS tires are not "squared" like the Bridgestones so it doesn't look as slim as the Bridgestones. Overall the performance and road noise not to mention the price makes them great tires for our cars.

PlPete

Very cool and glad to see there is someone running them. I assume you have them in the larger 245/275 size? I find the stock Bridgestones in stock sizing pretty slim and rounded on the edges but I do know different designs produce different looks. I do like the lip on the tire protecting the rim on the Bridgestones. Do you have a photo of your set up?

drgrant

Yes, this is an AWD car thing though. Mine had Primacy's with it.

OP is in CA and most of the cars there are RWD.

-Mike