Switching from RFT to non-FTS

[ITR1]

Oops, meant "non RFTs" in the title...anyways:

Sorry in advance as I expect this question has been asked to death, but will there be any issues in me switching from run flats to non-run flats on my G20 330i? It is not an x-drive and I intend switching like for like on sizes, of course.

I did it on my old 3 series years ago and it improved the ride but for some reason I've started second guessing myself this time as to whether or not it is a good idea.

I plan to just carry a gunge kit and keep my fingers crossed for no punctures.

So:

1. Can I do it?
2. Should I do it?

Cheers.

[Jamescrs]

Did the same on my F series M240i and no issues at all, have had the new tyres on over 12 months. I noticed when I first did it the ride felt softer which was slightly strange but now I guess i'm used to it.

No regrets

[ITR1]

That's good to know, thank you.

[d_a_n1979]

ITR1 said:

Oops, meant "non RFTs" in the title...anyways:

Sorry in advance as I expect this question has been asked to death, but will there be any issues in me switching from run flats to non-run flats on my G20 330i? It is not an x-drive and I intend switching like for like on sizes, of course.

I did it on my old 3 series years ago and it improved the ride but for some reason I've started second guessing myself this time as to whether or not it is a good idea.

I plan to just carry a gunge kit and keep my fingers crossed for no punctures.

So:

1. Can I do it?
2. Should I do it?

Cheers.

Personal choice

But I'm not an advocate of RFTs at all; been out in various BMWs with them fitted; had them on a previous F01 and just removed them on the F31 we bought yesterday

For me they don't offer anything but a louder, harsher ride and tram lining; but the roads local to us are terrible...

A decent tyre inflation kit, decent breakdown cover is all that's needed

[g3org3y]

Done it on both the 630i (Michelin PS4) and X4 (Michelin CrossClimate). Both resulted in better ride and reduced road noise. Have a BMW mobility kit in both, how effective it'll be in the event of a puncture, not sure!

[Pica-Pica]

For me, I am reasonably satisfied with the RFTs on my F30 335dx, Goodyear EfficientGrips 18” staggered. No tramlining. Some road noise, but I doubt that would be down to RFTs. We have pretty decent roads around here (North Wales). I am not disturbed enough to experiment with changing them to Non- RFTs.

[helix402]

I tried non run flats on my E91 and put run flats back on. I found non rfts gave poor turn in, handling and body control. The thing with ride and handling is that they are subjective which is why opinions vary.

[rassi]

BMW switches from RFT to non-RFT on the G05 X5, when you go to “22 tyres, presumably as a nod to ride comfort.

My 21” OEM winter wheels are with RFT, 22” OEM summer wheels are non-RFT.