SUV SUMMER

I installed in 2021, the RIKEN 701 tires, (exactly the same tires as the KORMORAN SUV SUMMER, TIGAR SUV SUMMER, TAURUS 701) with dimension 215/65/16 102 H XL on DAIHATSU TERIOSΙΙ 1.5 4X4, (fourth tire on the same car). When changing from the previous MICHELIN LATITUDE TOUR (I did not prefer them again because they were not comfortable at all) I noticed a big difference in the behavior of the car. It became noticeably more comfortable in everyday driving. It effectively absorbs any bumps on paved roads (potholes, manhole covers, etc.). As if new shock absorbers were installed!! The car is used as a family car mainly on the road. Off-road it is occasionally taken on vacations and trips. In the summer on the islands of the Aegean Sea (Greece), for the approach to isolated beaches, on steep, rugged dirt roads with rocky outcrops, no problem arose. Even in the last sandy section, the tires coped on the sand without unpleasant surprises. Unfortunately, they did not happen to be tested on snow although they have an m+s rating. In general, there was no problem either on wet or dry roads (city, provincial roads, highways, etc.). They have been installed on the car for five years (45,000 km) and are going for the sixth year since they have no significant wear. Especially the rear ones are still like new. In conclusion, so far, I am completely satisfied with these tires in terms of grip in all terrains and weather conditions, as well as the low tread wear. But mostly they pleasantly surprised me in terms of the comfort they offer while driving. (surely a heavier vehicle will have different effects on the same tires). I believe that when the time comes to replace them, they will be among my first choices to install the same ones since they offer many advantages, are economical and fit perfectly on my light SUV.

Bought them late last year after GoodYear tires in the same size which came to end of their life. After a few 1000 Kms had to replace them with winter ones but since winter was not that strong in our area this year, they were back on vehicle (Nissan X-Trail, 4x4, 2005) early. Since I drove mainly premium brands before, this was taken as experiment with this class and I can say that I'm pretty satisfied all around with these tires. Dry grip is great and you can trow car on curvy roads same as with premium brand. Had a few "critical" situations in town, out of which one on traffic light when other car came from red light line. Fun part was summer shower and middle of junction....pedal to the metal and car moved without causing slide or any uncontrollable maneuver, escaping side hit. will see at the end of this season about wear.