Hi guys, The previous owner fitted aftermarket 22 inches wheel with Michelin Pilot sport 4 suv. I found that the tyre noise are horrendous when driving during both low and high speed. Also it felt very rough when hit small pot hole. Thinking of going back to 18 or 20 wheels. For those with 22 wheel, do u feel the same? What do you guys think ,is it because of the tyre?

 

tire sounds fine from a brand perspective, maybe it’s an alignment issue ?!

But I would probably downsize it from the rap video special to oem.
If you have a P400 you can’t fit 18”s

 

22’s have smaller sidewalls, less tire and you will feel bumps and pot holes much more.

as mentioned road noise from one of the best tires every made is probably an issue with alignment

if you want to hear real road noise try some all terrain tires

 

I put Michelin Pilot Sport wheels on my wife’s Mercedes and although they’re outstanding if not the best tire out there, they’re incredibly noisy. I’m not sure if they’re made to be quiet versus handling and stickiness. Just a thought.

Also, 22” will be harsher on any vehicle. Trade offs.

 

what sort of Mercedes? And which tires were on it prior

 

Wheel weight between two wheels of equal size can differ greatly and contribute to unpleasant feel in both steering and driving behavior. These aftermarket wheels might be notably heavier than the factory wheels, but also wider (or narrower). The tyre size might also be a contributing factor if they have reduced sidewall height. The factory tyre size for a 22" wheel is 275/45/22. Can you confirm that is the size currently on the vehicle?

Lastly, sometimes tyres are simply overinflated and you should confirm that the pressures are appropriate.

Hope this helps.

 

I have stock 22s and don’t find them too noisy or the ride too harsh. They are better than the 20s of my old RRS. The tire wall depth is slightly larger on the 22s. I would also check tire pressure.

 

I ran on 285/45/22 with tyre pressure set to light load. Will go to have an alignment done on monday.