Nitto Motivos - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

PalmerGA · 04-27-2018, 04:26 PM

I've been surfing the tire sites, looking for my first set of replacement tires. Like many, I'm not thrilled with the factory P-Zero summer tires. They stick good in warm weather and generally handle well, but they are REALLY noisy and are hard in cold weather (no snow here, but temps get below 40 fairly often in the winter). I'm looking for a tire with very good handling and a less harsh and quieter ride. I have 37K miles on the P-Zeros and they've pretty much had it.

Based on reviews I've read for MANY tires, it seems the Nitto Motivos are very highly rated by customers. Are they really THAT good? I'd appreciate opinions from those who have these tires and/or anyone who really prefers another tire with the characteristics I seek. I also read the Nittos are rated for 60K miles. Can anyone confirm this claim?

Thanks for the input.

Rock-It Man · 04-28-2018, 10:20 AM

Based on the reasons you dislike the P-Zeros, you might be happier with all season tires, which will have more consistent performance over a large temperature range.

Frankly, I don't understand why summer tires are standard equipment on the SS; they should be optional for people who really want them.

I selected my all-season tires based on comparison tests at Tire Rack and Car and Driver. Mine are superior to P-Zeros for touring and are more than adequate for the occasional visit to the drag strip, where the highly prepped track makes the stickiness of summer tires irrelevant, at least for a stock SS.

PalmerGA · 04-28-2018, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

Based on the reasons you dislike the P-Zeros, you might be happier with all season tires, which will have more consistent performance over a large temperature range.

Frankly, I don't understand why summer tires are standard equipment on the SS; they should be optional for people who really want them.

I selected my all-season tires based on comparison tests at Tire Rack and Car and Driver. Mine are superior to P-Zeros for touring and are more than adequate for the occasional visit to the drag strip, where the highly prepped track makes the stickiness of summer tires irrelevant, at least for a stock SS.

So what brand/type tire do YOU prefer? I am considering A/S as well.

Rock-It Man · 04-28-2018, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

So what brand/type tire do YOU prefer? I am considering A/S as well.

These are the tires I got:

BF Goodrich G-Force Comp-2 A/S

And here's one of the reviews I used to make a decision:

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests...y.jsp?ttid=222

This is the only tire other than P-Zero that I've had on the Camaro, so all I can say is that for my needs, the Comp-2 is FAR better of the two, particularly:

lower noise
better tracking and steering feel
much better traction in cold and rain

Clarkstar · 04-28-2018, 12:55 PM

I recommend the nitto 555g2 for a good all around street tire...

etlreams · 04-28-2018, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Clarkstar

I recommend the nitto 555g2 for a good all around street tire...

I've been running the 555 G2s for a couple of weeks now. I like them. I looked at the Motivos, as well. But I think the sizes were limited, if I recall.

shibbs · 04-28-2018, 10:30 PM

The best All-Season tires on the market right now is either the Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06, or the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+.

What size tires you run? Stock SS sizes? If so, the DWS-06 is going to be my recommendation.

Clarkstar · 04-29-2018, 06:16 AM

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PalmerGA · 04-30-2018, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

So what brand/type tire do YOU prefer? I am considering A/S as well.

After a little more digging around, I'm thinking the Motivos are considered All Season (A/S) tires.

And Tire Rack doesn't seem to carry them, but Discount Tire does.

Thanks for all the input, guys. More welcome.

PalmerGA · 04-30-2018, 10:30 PM

Just checked back with Discount Tire and they state the Motivos ARE all-season tires, which is good.

Also, the Nitto 555 G2s are "directional" tires, which I don't want. I like to rotate my tires every 5K miles. I've got 37K miles on my original P-Zeros and I believe the regular side to side rotating has something to do with it.

Rock-It Man · 05-01-2018, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Just checked back with Discount Tire and they state the Motivos ARE all-season tires, which is good.

Also, the Nitto 555 G2s are "directional" tires, which I don't want. I like to rotate my tires every 5K miles. I've got 37K miles on my original P-Zeros and I believe the regular side to side rotating has something to do with it.

I got about 50K out of my P-Zeros and never rotated them side to side.

There was no cupping on the fronts, and toward the end, just a bit of feathering on the fronts. They were all still legal when I replaced them.

PROZ11 · 05-01-2018, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Just checked back with Discount Tire and they state the Motivos ARE all-season tires, which is good.

Also, the Nitto 555 G2s are "directional" tires, which I don't want. I like to rotate my tires every 5K miles. I've got 37K miles on my original P-Zeros and I believe the regular side to side rotating has something to do with it.

I've been running the Motivos for about 30K miles now. My stock P-Zeros only lasted me about 16K. I'm happy with the Motivos, no complaints. Much better than the stock P-Zeros IMO. They are UHP A/S tires. I also didn't want directional tires so I could still roatae side to side. They are a great tire at a good price point. I bought mine when Discount Tire was offering a $200 discount on a set of 4 thru eBay. I will probably buy them again when these are worn out, although I still have decent tread left at this point. I'm running 275/315.

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PalmerGA · 05-01-2018, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by PROZ11

I've been running the Motivos for about 30K miles now. My stock P-Zeros only lasted me about 16K. I'm happy with the Motivos, no complaints. Much better than the stock P-Zeros IMO. They are UHP A/S tires. I also didn't want directional tires so I could still roatae side to side. They are a great tire at a good price point. I bought mine when Discount Tire was offering a $200 discount on a set of 4 thru eBay. I will probably buy them again when these are worn out, although I still have decent tread left at this point. I'm running 275/315.

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Thanks, Pro. I'm pretty sold on trying the Motivos. Wish they stll had that discount going. ;-)

Thanks for the input.

paul84043 · 05-05-2018, 10:02 AM

If you can swing it, get a set of winter and summer tires. I have a separate set on standard SS wheels for winter.
All season tires don't do anything particularly well.
I had Nitto Motivos on my last Camaro and they were decent. they would start to break loose noticeably sooner than the P Zeroes but I would buy them again.

04-27-2018, 04:26 PM	#1
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Nitto Motivos I've been surfing the tire sites, looking for my first set of replacement tires. Like many, I'm not thrilled with the factory P-Zero summer tires. They stick good in warm weather and generally handle well, but they are REALLY noisy and are hard in cold weather (no snow here, but temps get below 40 fairly often in the winter). I'm looking for a tire with very good handling and a less harsh and quieter ride. I have 37K miles on the P-Zeros and they've pretty much had it. Based on reviews I've read for MANY tires, it seems the Nitto Motivos are very highly rated by customers. Are they really THAT good? I'd appreciate opinions from those who have these tires and/or anyone who really prefers another tire with the characteristics I seek. I also read the Nittos are rated for 60K miles. Can anyone confirm this claim? Thanks for the input. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

04-28-2018, 12:55 PM	#5
Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	I recommend the nitto 555g2 for a good all around street tire... __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

04-29-2018, 06:16 AM	#8
Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	315 35 20 __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

04-30-2018, 10:30 PM	#10
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Just checked back with Discount Tire and they state the Motivos ARE all-season tires, which is good. Also, the Nitto 555 G2s are "directional" tires, which I don't want. I like to rotate my tires every 5K miles. I've got 37K miles on my original P-Zeros and I believe the regular side to side rotating has something to do with it. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

04-28-2018, 10:20 AM	#2
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	Based on the reasons you dislike the P-Zeros, you might be happier with all season tires, which will have more consistent performance over a large temperature range. Frankly, I don't understand why summer tires are standard equipment on the SS; they should be optional for people who really want them. I selected my all-season tires based on comparison tests at Tire Rack and Car and Driver. Mine are superior to P-Zeros for touring and are more than adequate for the occasional visit to the drag strip, where the highly prepped track makes the stickiness of summer tires irrelevant, at least for a stock SS.

05-05-2018, 10:02 AM	#14
paul84043 Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lehi, Utah Posts: 1,349 View My Garage	If you can swing it, get a set of winter and summer tires. I have a separate set on standard SS wheels for winter. All season tires don't do anything particularly well. I had Nitto Motivos on my last Camaro and they were decent. they would start to break loose noticeably sooner than the P Zeroes but I would buy them again.