MINI2 - MINI Forum - View Single Post - 7-holes or 5-spokes ?

noahe · Jan 3rd, 2003, 06:58 PM

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Originally posted by HarryIndiBlue
She may notice a slightly harsher bottom over big bumps but I find it is still quite a comfortable ride....

(the X-lites are only 2.5lbs heavier than the 8-spokes so the wheels wouldn't have much effect). Perhaps non-runflats on 16" X-lites would be the best but then you don't get runflats (which I like personally).

Harry

Exactly, the suspension dictates the behaviour of the car over bumps, the aspect ratio of the tires will translate more or less of the surface characteristics. The differences are subtle.

I believe the X-Lites are an S only option. You got yours as take-offs, so you're lucky.

I would prefer non-run-flats on a Cooper, if it was equipped with a spare. The lower weight and lower rolling resistance would eventually save money on fuel. All MINI's have the low-tire-pressure warning light, so the most common reason for tire failure is already drastically reduced - over or under tire inflation.

Jan 3rd, 2003, 06:58 PM	#8
noahe MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 1,638 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by HarryIndiBlue She may notice a slightly harsher bottom over big bumps but I find it is still quite a comfortable ride.... (the X-lites are only 2.5lbs heavier than the 8-spokes so the wheels wouldn't have much effect). Perhaps non-runflats on 16" X-lites would be the best but then you don't get runflats (which I like personally). Harry Exactly, the suspension dictates the behaviour of the car over bumps, the aspect ratio of the tires will translate more or less of the surface characteristics. The differences are subtle. I believe the X-Lites are an S only option. You got yours as take-offs, so you're lucky. I would prefer non-run-flats on a Cooper, if it was equipped with a spare. The lower weight and lower rolling resistance would eventually save money on fuel. All MINI's have the low-tire-pressure warning light, so the most common reason for tire failure is already drastically reduced - over or under tire inflation. Chilli Red/White Cooper S, Sport Pack & Sunroof. Delivered June 12th, 2002! Now with MCS Winter Tire Package.