Motorhome tyres

My van originally came with commercial tyres on. I changed them a couple of years ago for camper type and I think they do not give quite as smooth a ride as the commercials did.

peedee

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You don’t need stiffer side walls if you have corner steadies.

I have Contivan contact tyres on my new Autosleepers Bourton which I understand to be commercial tyres as they are designated “C” not “CP” so I guess it’s fine. As [Deleted User User] says, you can probably reduce the tyre pressures, certainly front, and that will give you a better ride. Tyresafe (tyresafe.org) have an online calculator so assuming you have weighed the vehicle you can check required front and rear pressures.

I would imagine any tyre that meets the size/weight/load/speed requirements of vehicle will be safe. The problem with motorhomes is that they tend to lead a very different life to the average white van man operating a vehicle everyday, at probably max load and where tyres need replacing every 12/24 months. As has been said specific motorhome tyres have reinforced sidewalls to support a vehicle which is often left in one place for long periods at a time. I know both Continental and Michelin make such tyres, there may be more. If you intend to keep the vehicle for any length of time it might be better to invest in proper "Camper Tyres" as they may be a better investment in the longer term. On the other hand if you only intend keeping the van for a shorter period then go for the economic option. 

David

Given that moho tyres are generally replaced based on age rather than wear, it would suggest that the cheaper commercial tyres are adequate assuming your vehicle isn't stationary for excessively long periods.

Are long stationary periods really a factor affecting the design of motorhome specific tyres? I find that difficult to believe. There are lots of cars that are parked stationary for periods at least as long as the average motorhome. My wife's car is sometimes stationary for months on end when we are away from home.

Why be a cheapskate ? Given the amount you pay for a motorhome for the sake of a few quid surely you would put the right tyres on it.....??

 

https://www.continental-tyres.co.uk/b2c/car/tyres/vancontact-camper/

https://www.michelin.co.uk/auto/advice/van/motorhome-tyres