Michelin Pilot Super Sport

vin17 · 04-23-2016, 06:25 AM

I replaced the OE Bridgestones prematurely @ 23500 miles due to a puncture in the shoulder of the LF tire. The rears were about 85% worn with another 3500 miles (est) remaining. The fronts were about 75% gone. I was VERY satisfied with the Potenzas. They're an excellent tire!

Nevertheless, after reading this thread, I decided to replace them with the Super Sports. My first impressions (same inflation pressures):

Definitely quieter- especially from the rear
Very smooth turn-in
Smother ride/less harshness over cracks
Less twitchy - no bump steer
Wet pavement traction about the same

Steering response is different- more precise, although the Potenzas are quicker at initial inputs (this is very subjective and some drivers might prefer the Potenzas in this regard).

Both tires are well suited for my Z. Either choice is a good one.

9.24.16

6000 mile update and impressions.

Update: Moderate driving. Less than 10% wear. Much better than expected.

Impressions: More tuned to touring than sport. OE Bridgestone's more sport than touring. Both are excellent tires on my Z.

vin17 · 09-24-2016, 11:15 AM

6000 mile update and impressions.

Update: Moderate driving. Less than 10% wear. Much better than expected.

Impressions: More tuned to touring than sport. OE Bridgestone's more sport than touring. Both are excellent tires on my Z.

Chan Chee Hoe · 11-06-2016, 07:03 AM

Anyone find the stock 35 PSI pressure a tad too soft for PSS.?

jchammond · 11-06-2016, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Chan Chee Hoe

Anyone find the stock 35 PSI pressure a tad too soft for PSS.?

Higher pressure for higher speeds,,,gotta play with it.

Chan Chee Hoe · 11-11-2016, 07:40 AM

I remember someone here said newer Z,Factory even lowered the Tires Pressure to 32 PSI...

jchammond · 11-11-2016, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chan Chee Hoe

I remember someone here said newer Z,Factory even lowered the Tires Pressure to 32 PSI...

I don't run the PSS's (yet) but the tire is lighter than the oem; thus yielding more power to the wheels;not sure the sizes that you're running....We have frost here in the Southeast & usually a 30* temp. swing....i'd experiment & find what works.
if you're just cruising & not setting records...30/32 should be fine & a bit better ride.
I run 2.5bar(36psi) in my Nitto's@50* so it fluctuates up & down with the temp.

Chan Chee Hoe · 11-12-2016, 05:54 AM

I will try 36PSI[cold]Tomorrow.

04-23-2016, 06:25 AM	#1 (permalink)
vin17 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 16 Drives: 14 Nissan 370Z TS M6 Rep Power: 13	First Impressions Michelin Pilot SS I replaced the OE Bridgestones prematurely @ 23500 miles due to a puncture in the shoulder of the LF tire. The rears were about 85% worn with another 3500 miles (est) remaining. The fronts were about 75% gone. I was VERY satisfied with the Potenzas. They're an excellent tire! Nevertheless, after reading this thread, I decided to replace them with the Super Sports. My first impressions (same inflation pressures): Definitely quieter- especially from the rear Very smooth turn-in Smother ride/less harshness over cracks Less twitchy - no bump steer Wet pavement traction about the same Steering response is different- more precise, although the Potenzas are quicker at initial inputs (this is very subjective and some drivers might prefer the Potenzas in this regard). Both tires are well suited for my Z. Either choice is a good one. 9.24.16 6000 mile update and impressions. Update: Moderate driving. Less than 10% wear. Much better than expected. Impressions: More tuned to touring than sport. OE Bridgestone's more sport than touring. Both are excellent tires on my Z. Fern to the Z likes this. Last edited by vin17; 09-24-2016 at 11:17 AM. Reason: Update

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09-24-2016, 11:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
vin17 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 16 Drives: 14 Nissan 370Z TS M6 Rep Power: 13	6000 mile update and impressions. Update: Moderate driving. Less than 10% wear. Much better than expected. Impressions: More tuned to touring than sport. OE Bridgestone's more sport than touring. Both are excellent tires on my Z.

11-06-2016, 07:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
Chan Chee Hoe Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 861 Drives: 370z,Yellow,7sp A Rep Power: 19	Anyone find the stock 35 PSI pressure a tad too soft for PSS.?

11-11-2016, 07:40 AM	#5 (permalink)
Chan Chee Hoe Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 861 Drives: 370z,Yellow,7sp A Rep Power: 19	I remember someone here said newer Z,Factory even lowered the Tires Pressure to 32 PSI...

11-12-2016, 05:54 AM	#7 (permalink)
Chan Chee Hoe Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 861 Drives: 370z,Yellow,7sp A Rep Power: 19	I will try 36PSI[cold]Tomorrow.