Viking Tyres launched in Malaysia

[RENESIS VIII]

Many Malaysian rather pay for a 2nd hand performance tyres than new budget tyres. I wonder why

Tyres are linked with safety on the road. I rather get new budget tyres provided that the quality is good and reliable not some random China brand or something.

 

[vr2turbo]

Honestly if I really ahve to choose between a used but still in good condition UHP tires vs a new but econo level tires, I'd go with the used UHP tires, coz even in used condition it will still give me a better performance.

But usually hard to find, as most trade in tyres usually are the OEM ones from new cars......lol

 

[6UE5t]

But usually hard to find, as most trade in tyres usually are the OEM ones from new cars......lol

Hmm not easy but still very much possible, just need to be more patient. Yes if the size you need is an OEM size of some other cars then it's easier to find coz you see so many people very quickly change rims after buying cars. I had bought 2nd hand tires once before in really excellent condition (the first version of Potenza) and I used it until they're totally worn, I did not regret it ever coz it was a good tire at a very cheap price, no doubt better than buying new but just econo level tires. Actually come to think of it, I've used 2nd hand tires several times coz I bought used cars several times too!

 

[vr2turbo]

I bought second hand cars too, but first thing after sending for service is to change the rims and tyres.....hhahahhah

 

[6UE5t]

I bought second hand cars too, but first thing after sending for service is to change the rims and tyres.....hhahahhah

I did not when the car had good rims & tires.

 

[vr2turbo]

I did not when the car had good rims & tires.

You are lucky, mine all OEM rims and tyres.....lol

 

[Manson]

Drew this to my Viking tyres just now. Hehe.

Woww, so "cute"..
how is your Viking's performance?? many say this eco tyre is less lasting compared to other "high class"
tyre..
i dunno i want to buy this or not, hard to decide.

 

[Henley]

Woww, so "cute"..
how is your Viking's performance?? many say this eco tyre is less lasting compared to other "high class"
tyre..
i dunno i want to buy this or not, hard to decide.

of course "high class" tyre is better..but if budget is not allowed eco tyre is our choice.
my sis uses Viking, i never heard that she complain about it.

 

[vr2turbo]

Wow! Viking sales must be pretty bad to end up pushing so hard in the forum......lol

 

[gunnerzz]

China tyres are gaining more popularity in Malaysia.
Nowadays even RM 5 different for 1pc of tyres is considered significant enough for a customer to opt for the cheaper brand.

Last time,those unknown brand only shod the rims of old cars like proton saga,wira.Then they progress to Vios, Waja. Now they are shodding the rims of Camry and even BMW.

 

[vr2turbo]

China tyres are gaining more popularity in Malaysia.
Nowadays even RM 5 different for 1pc of tyres is considered significant enough for a customer to opt for the cheaper brand.

Last time,those unknown brand only shod the rims of old cars like proton saga,wira.Then they progress to Vios, Waja. Now they are shodding the rims of Camry and even BMW.

Yup, agree with you. Past month met up with a few tyre shop bosses, they also mentioned cheap tyres are the way to go at the moment due to the present economy. China and Indonesian tyres are their top sales now. Just saw a Lexus on Landsail tyres too.....

 

[Izso]

I know maddriver uses Landsail on his c-class only because it allows him to muck around and slide everywhere without worrying about cost of changing tyres. If you drive like him then probably going for cheap China tyres are ok but if you're carrying family and don't have advanced driving / racing driving experience, I don't think gripless scaryass China tyres are a good idea! People like me would stick to the Assymetrics and Pilot sports, I'm a noob driver!

 

[vr2turbo]

I know maddriver uses Landsail on his c-class only because it allows him to muck around and slide everywhere without worrying about cost of changing tyres. If you drive like him then probably going for cheap China tyres are ok but if you're carrying family and don't have advanced driving / racing driving experience, I don't think gripless scaryass China tyres are a good idea! People like me would stick to the Assymetrics and Pilot sports, I'm a noob driver!

I have been testing many types of tyres. When driving on those slippery tyres, got to slow down loh.....hhahahhah
For you never never try the Blue Streak Stiletto......lol

 

[RENESIS VIII]

Woww, so "cute"..
how is your Viking's performance?? many say this eco tyre is less lasting compared to other "high class"
tyre..
i dunno i want to buy this or not, hard to decide.

Thanks, hahaha.

Performance wise I'm not too certain on how good it is compared to other tyres since I've only tried this and Good Year Duraplus before. But this one definitely is better than Duraplus because Duraplus's thread seems to be wearing off faster than this Viking City Tech. But generally I think Viking tyres are good tyres. No problems with them and they seemed to maintain air pressure better than Duraplus.

 

[6UE5t]

I know maddriver uses Landsail on his c-class only because it allows him to muck around and slide everywhere without worrying about cost of changing tyres. If you drive like him then probably going for cheap China tyres are ok but if you're carrying family and don't have advanced driving / racing driving experience, I don't think gripless scaryass China tyres are a good idea! People like me would stick to the Assymetrics and Pilot sports, I'm a noob driver!

I'm also just a noob driver so need good tires. Problem is most drivers are way more noob than people like you & me and yet they use shit tires!

 

[vr2turbo]

Thanks, hahaha.

Performance wise I'm not too certain on how good it is compared to other tyres since I've only tried this and Good Year Duraplus before. But this one definitely is better than Duraplus because Duraplus's thread seems to be wearing off faster than this Viking City Tech. But generally I think Viking tyres are good tyres. No problems with them and they seemed to maintain air pressure better than Duraplus.

One thing positive I hear about Viking tyres and this is from tyre shop owners, is they are easy to balance......lol

I'm also just a noob driver so need good tires. Problem is most drivers are way more noob than people like you & me and yet they use shit tires!

Especially those who fit nice expensive bling bling rims.......hhahahhahah

 

[avatar1avatar]

Wow! Viking sales must be pretty bad to end up pushing so hard in the forum......lol

i'm doing a research about viking just now,,, hurmm i found that viking is the economy tyre,, so, it is good for our cars? coz as i know the better tyre and the best tyre is to use a expensive and the high branded tyre,,,, am i right?

 

[6UE5t]

i'm doing a research about viking just now,,, hurmm i found that viking is the economy tyre,, so, it is good for our cars? coz as i know the better tyre and the best tyre is to use a expensive and the high branded tyre,,,, am i right?

Can use but doesn't mean good. The best tires are almost always on the expensive side or at least mid-high level price range, not aware of any in low price range. And yes, they're those popular brands which have been in the tire industry for decades like Michelin, Goodyear, Continental, Pirelli, Dunlop, Bridgestone & the likes.

 

[Mr. FE]

Viking?????????
haven't heard of this brand before, sounds tough haha.
However I don't feel like want to try these, too risky, looks cool though

Thumbs up for the nice drawing!!!!

 

[sweelt]

i'm doing a research about viking just now,,, hurmm i found that viking is the economy tyre,, so, it is good for our cars? coz as i know the better tyre and the best tyre is to use a expensive and the high branded tyre,,,, am i right?

Match the rubber with your driving styles. Drive accordingly.
Like uncleVR mention nice bling rims but cheapo tyre wont keep you safe.
15 inch is the best of both world, but not much choices as those on 16,17,18+++ tires