Tyre sizes for my Exige S

[Bursar]

Currently got R888s fitted, but they're starting to get a little low on tread. I was thinking of replacing them with AD08s instead.

The current tyres are:
Front: 195/50/16
Rear: 225/45/17

I can get the AD08s in the right size for the rear, but not the front. Will I be OK fitting a 205/45/16 on the front? I just want to make sure that it won't rub. Or should I be looking at a different size for the front?

[macgtech]

45's on the front should be fine. If you went bigger you may get into difficulties with rubbing.

It will lower the car at the front by a few mm so worth bearing in mind when you go over speed humps etc for the first time.

[Bursar]

Yeah, I guessed it would be a bit lower. With a few mm of tread missing from the 888s already, it might not be too much of a difference initially.

Thanks for help. Now to go rubber shopping!

[Arun_D]

You won't have any issues with the 205mm width AD08s at the front, I replaced my A048s with them in December and they've been marvellous. No issues with the extra width or section

[scatty72]

ive got the ad08's on my exige.

205/45/16 and 225/45/17 rear.

i was worried about rubbing etc, but they are absolutely fine......i wouldnt worry at all.... i did that for you...

[Bursar]

I've finally ordered the tyres Thanks all.