""its like this. If you are the kind of driver who likes to go hard on corners, then the XM1+ are not meant for the purpose. But otherwise, for a regular driver they do the job quite well. The handling and grip levels are quite decent and predictable for a regular user. Where they really score high are brilliant ride comfort, low noise and also wet weather performance.
As far as the Turanzas are concerned, there is a dedicated thread :-
Team-BHP - The Definitive Indian Car Community (Bridgestone Turanza - Very trust worthy!)
If you go through user reports , you get the feeling that the Turanza ER-60 are indeed better all-rounders than the Michelins. That is, they do have a good balance of ride comfort, low noise, good handling and grip levels. Some members who have used both (lohithrao I believe) do mention that the Turanzas are much better at tackling rough/ bad road conditions. So based on user reports, I think they have an edge over Michelins, especially in the grip and cornering parameters. Add to that the fact that they will be cheaper by a few hundreds than the Michelins.
The one thing, though its definitely not a negative, nor a reason for choosing tyres is the fact that when you keep the two together and have a look at them, you will instantly fall for the way the Michelins look and feel. The Turanzas definitely dont look great. Infact, the Turanzas were my first preference as well. At that point of time, based on the reviews here, I thought the two would almost be identical (and they are in most parameters, except the difference in handling/cornerning bit which I know of only after I have used them). So I instinctively went for the Michelins the moment I saw them.""
this is the summary that i found from this thread at tam -bhp
Michelin Energy XM1+ & Bridgestone Turanza ER-60....The Best Allrounders? - Page 12 - Team-BHP
i guess bridgestone wud suit me the best depending on the road conditions i drive on , bridsestone wud take that kind of abuse better than xm1+
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on reading year old threads on team bhp prices of the these tyres are in the range of 3200-3800/- , have these prices increased now in a year?
its now 4600 for michelins and 4200 for bridgestone?
i ll go in tomorrow most likely for the tire change once the prices are confirmed!
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now i am confused whether to put the 2 new tyres on the front or rear , i thought it shud be in the front but after reading this on michelin website i m really confused:
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FOR COMPLETE CONTROL, FIT YOUR NEW TYRES TO THE REAR AXLE
Rear wheels are not connected to your steering wheel, which makes it extremely difficult to judge their grip while driving. So for your safety, always fit new, or the least worn, tyres to the rear wheel positions to ensure:
Better control in emergency braking or tight corners
Less risk of losing control of your vehicle, especially on wet surfaces
Better road holding, particularly in difficult situations, whether your car is front or rear wheel drive""
http://www.michelin.in/Home/Interactive-Centre/Tyre-Training-Centre/Tyre-safety-saving-tips
wat do u guys says shud the new tyres be in the front or rear??