@mrbrett: I wouldn’t call the feeling “planted” though. Rather agile and liquid and relaxed compared to the summer tyres. Fast corners are less precise in winter tyres and more micro corrections on the steering are needed.
I use BBS 18″ rims with Pirelli Sotto Zero 3 since a couple of winter seasons now. I guess, the different feeling comes from the slightly different cross section of the tyre. The summer Michelin Super Sport is rather square with a sharp edge compared to the more blended Pirelli besides the harder rubber mixture. The square one is more prone to tram lining around lane grooves, hence the “twitchy” behaviour.
Moreover, the 18″ rim has a slightly smaller moment of inertia that, together with the cooler intake air, makes for a more vivid accelleration adding to the fun.
Hope that helps. Drive safe 😎
Revo Stage 1 – JCR super low seating frame – Mishimoto gas pedal spacer – DSC sport controller
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