Talk Morgan Forums Thread Like Summary - Ride Comfort & Tyre Age – Plus 4 Duratec

Hi all,
I've owned my 2008 Plus 4 Duratec from new, and it’s still running on the original Continental tyres—mounted on stainless steel wire wheels, with 23,000 miles on the clock. While the tyres appear in decent shape visually, they’re now over 16 years old, and I’ve started wondering how much they're affecting the ride comfort, overall handling, and of course safety.

Has anyone swapped out similarly aged tyres and noticed a meaningful improvement? What brands, tread patterns, etc.,have worked well for other Plus 4 owners.

Thanks in advance for any input or suggestions!

Please change them as soon as possible. Almost anything will give a substantial improvement in ride quality, handling and safety.

I am sure a few +4 owners will be along soon to offer specific advice on tyre choice.

Back on topic , Friday I had two new 165/80R15 87T MAXXIS ME3 fitted for £154 at my local MOT garage/tyre folk and so far I have noticed the ride is better as the TwinTracs were 7 years old.
I threw it around a bit in the wet yesterday (yes I know the new tyre crap) and they certainly are the equal of the younger (than rear) TwinTracs with an identical tread pattern.

I run 25psi all round and for the 4/4 Sport that seems bang on with the 80 section with no rolling off the rim feel and plenty of grip in the wet and dry.