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Can you mix bias tires with radial tires?
no
When is it legal to mix cross ply and radial ply tires?
Legality has nothing to do with it. Safety is what you should be concerned with. You should never ever mix Bias & Radial tires on the same vehicle. This will cause the vehicle to handle in an unsafe manner. The handling characteristics of Bias Ply and Radial Ply tires is so very different that it is unsafe to mix them.
Can you switch from radial to bias tires?
Yes, but you can't mix the two types on the same axle and tire companies discourage mixing in all four corners. I.E. choose one type or the other for all four wheels. Keep in mind old fashioned bias ply tires don't wear as well as radial tires, may not get as much traction and aren't as fuel efficient. So, unless you're mounting tires on a 1960s or earlier vehicle to make it 'period correct' there's nothing to be gained and a lot to lose by replacing radials with bias ply tires. Cheers
Can you mix ply and radial tires on a car?
Preferably not, as it can afffect the handling in a bad way.
Can you use two different brands of tires for front and back?
Yes, as long as both are the same on each axle. Additionally: they have to be the same "type" of tire. You can not mix Radial Tires (example; P255 65 R17) with Bias ply or Diagonal tires (example P255 65 D17) on the same vehicle.
If a vehicle is equipped with radial tires on the front you can place non radial tires on the rear?
It's generally not recommended to mix radial and non-radial tires on the same vehicle, even if they are placed on different axles. This can lead to uneven handling and stability issues, especially during cornering or in wet conditions. For optimal performance and safety, it's best to use the same type of tires on all four wheels. If you must mix them, consult the vehicle's manufacturer for specific guidance.
Can you tell a difference in the sound of a car when driving with radial tires?
It depends on the tread pattern of the tires. If you are driving a passenger car and want a quiet ride, i suggest either a michelin symetry 65,000 mile tire, or a goodyear assurance comfortread 80,000 mile tire. if they are available in your size. Visit your local tire store and ask a qualified salesman what he would recomend for your vehical. Just keep in mind that all tires are not made of the same rubber compound or density, usually the softer the compound the quieter the ride, harder compound tires will have a slight wir at highway speeds.Whatever you do NEVER mix bias ply tires and radial tires on the same vehical.could result in a blowout....... (naner) for all passanger tires give roughly the same sound but vary in the ride a fair amount. but tire amnufactures do not make bias ply tires for passanger tires. the difference between a bias tire and a radial is that, a radial tire has steel cords for its construction and a bias tire has nylon strings for its construction. a bias tire is more flexible but not reliable and dangerous in the automotive world. i have to to agree the assurance is the best car tire and the fortera triple tread is the best light truck, both are basically the same tire just diffrent uses
Can you mix radial and bias ply on ATV?
Mixing radial and bias ply tires on an ATV is generally not recommended. Each type of tire has different characteristics in terms of handling, traction, and stability, which can lead to unpredictable performance and compromised safety. If you need to replace a tire, it's best to use the same type as the others to maintain consistent handling and performance. Always consult the manufacturer's guidelines for your specific ATV model.
Can you mix different brands of radial tires on a car?
yes, it is not recommended however. The safest thing to do is have all four tires be identical (same brand, tread pattern, speed rating, load index). At least if you are going to mix and match change the tires two at a time.
Do all radial tires on a vehicle have to be the same?
They all have to be the same size. They can be different brands but even then make sure the tires on the front axle are the same brand an the tires on the rear axle are the same brand. Do not mix brands on the same axle.
Should you put radial tires on a 1997 Honda ST1100 motorcycle that came with bias-ply tires?
You should usually stick with what the bike came with originally. Although radials have numerous advantages, the bias ply tend to have more rigid sidewalls, and with the weight of your bike, you might need the rigidity, less you get a slightly squirly situation. You might not get the great lean angles that bikes equipped with radials get due to the contact patch and traction, but bikes equipped with radials have these excessive lean angles planned during design and construction. Whatever you do DON'T MIX BIAS WITH RADIALS. you've got two tires with different characteristics, and every manufacturer will say it's iffy at best. Many manufacturers have great bias and radial tires, and your best bet is, you get what you pay for with tires. If you equip cheap tires your tires will transmit this to you, if you put more premium grade tires, you'll have a better ride. Keep your tire pressure up, if you're running 20lbs like these wannabe rossi's are trying to do on their cheng shins and F2's you're gonna get into an accident. Keep it up, especially on a touring bike, I run 38-40 in front and 40 rear, hot, cold, fast, slow, my tires last a while, the bike handles crisp, and I have never had a problem with traction in any situation that didn't deal with my own miscalculations. Yes, I've ridden Rain, Snow, Sleet, Shine and 115 degree days. Other than keeping good tires, work on being smooth, smooth is fast and fast is smooth.
If you have two different types of tires on the front and back of your car will it effect the handling of your car?
It probably will. Each brand and type of tire has it's own ride & handling characteristice. Depending on the tires the difference may take a professional evaluator to feel it or "even a caveman" would fee it if you were to put High Performance on one axle and snow tires on the other. You may not have an issue if you keep same speed rating on all 4 tires and same general type such as Snow or All Season or Summer. Read the sidewall and see if the construction materials are the same too. NEVER mix radial and bias (diagonal) on a vehicle. Use one construction or the other.
