The quality of the wheel and tyres determines how the developments of the BMW suspension specialists react on the road. Original BMW tyres with star marking are service providers for your vehicle on every surface. Interacting with the BMW suspension components and adaptive systems, they ensure a maximum level of grip and performance, while simultaneously contributing to low figures for consumption and emissions.
All BMW approved tyres are developed for the dynamic character of each BMW model and bear the special Star Mark. Each tyre has passed stringent testing with up to 50 different quality criteria.
Tyres with star marking are harmoniously tailored to the BMW suspension components and adaptive systems. In this way, they provide a maximum level of grip and performance.
Special materials and tyre compositions help reduce fuel consumption, guarantee a high longdistance comfort and lower noise level inside and outside your BMW. Tyres marked with a star are particularly long lasting, have top ratings and feature innovative Digital Tyre Diagnosis.
All BMW approved tyres are ahead of the curve. Technologies such as the Digital Tyre Diagnosis provide reliable information on the condition of the tyres.
Different manufactures work closely with the BMW vehicle development department to create a custom-built product, such as Goodyear, Dunlop, Continental, Pirelli, Hankook and Yokohama.
Wherever the road may take you: we want to make sure that you enjoy sheer driving pleasure and peace of mind at any time. This is our mission. And this is why we persistently work on the development of new technologies that make your ride even more comfortable and safe. #whateverhappens
The floating hub cap consists of the BMW logo that no longer turns with the wheel but instead remains level. The hub cap can be mounted to all BMW light alloy wheels with a pitch circle diameter of 112 mm.
The high-quality BMW valve caps from aluminium protect TPMS aluminium valves effectively from dirt and moisture. At the same time, they enhance the appearance of the tyre. Set of four valve caps. With BMW logo.
The high-quality BMW valve caps from aluminium protect TPMS aluminium valves effectively from dirt and moisture. At the same time, they enhance the appearance of the tyre. Set of four valve caps. With M logo.
The premium quality, extremely reliable wheel bolt locking system features four wheel bolt locks with special gloss-lathed BMW encoding. The bolts can only be opened with the special tool included in the package, thereby offering the ultimate protection against wheel theft.
The BMW rim cleaner effortlessly removes stubborn dirt such as burnt-in brake dust or oil and rubber residues.
Rims are subject to availability, please contact your authorized BMW dealers.
We don’t want to reinvent the wheel. We want to perfect it. This is the idea behind every single Original BMW wheel. The wheel undergoes an elaborate manufacturing process and is subject to our stringent durability criteria. Accordingly, it meets threshold values that far exceed the legal requirements for dynamics, statics and simulation tests. The result is a wheel of supreme quality on which you can rely in every situation – elegant in its styling and uncompromising in its substance.
Original BMW Wheels are cast from molten aluminium. The liquid metal is filled into a mold where it cools before it is removed, strictly monitored by the latest computer technology which guarantees the high quality of our wheels. This casting process reduces costs and allows a high degree of precision and freedom of design. Cast wheels are low in weight and high in stiffness.
In the forging process, the wheel is forged from the solid piece of aluminum. The high-end option is to mill the entire spoke design after forging the base material. Forged aluminium wheels are 10 to 20 per cent lighter in weight than aluminium cast wheels and allow a more delicate design of the spokes.
Flow-forming is a pressure shaping process. While the cast wheel is spinning, pressure is exerted on the inner barrel. This process stretches and compresses the aluminium. It thus leads to an increase in tensile strength, which makes it possible to achieve particularly low wall thickness values for the rim. The result is an especially light and stable wheel. It offers distinct advantages in terms of impact resistance, elongational strain and load-bearing capacity.
This process is employed for both forged and cast wheels. Parts of the wheel with no relevance to the strength are reduced by machining the material from the spokes. And the weight of the wheel is further reduced. Undercutting between the spoke connection and the rim well base achieves additional high-quality style elements with a 3D appearance in the rim design.
Regardless of the manufacturing technology, the surface of the Original BMW light alloy wheels can be processed in a large number of different ways. The basic process of power coating gives the wheel resistance to environmental factors.
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Original BMW light alloy wheels are fitted with innovative tyres. They have integrated noise damping. A foam layer on the inner surface of the tyre absorbs driving noises caused by resonance vibrations in the hollow chamber of the tyre. This reduces the noise level perceived in the interior of the vehicle and noticeably increases acoustic comfort.
Aerodynamically optimised light alloy wheels reduce the weight and lower drag resistance. As a result, your BMW drives more efficiently. The largely closed surfaces effectively reduce air turbulence around the wheels.
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BMW tyres with runflat technology never let you down even when you have a puncture. The tyre pressure control system of your BMW informs you immediately. Instead of forcing you to stop, it lets you continue driving at 80 km/h for a further 80 km. The reinforced sidewalls of the tyre stabilise your vehicle and keep you on track. This enables you to drive safely to the next BMW partner.
What is the right tyre pressure?
The pressure details for the approved tyre sizes can be found on the B pillar when the driver’s door is open.
Depending on the vehicle and year of manufacture, an electronic tyre pressure sign is used at BMW. The tyre pressure sign affixed there is supplemented by an additional user menu and is shown in the Central Information Display (CID).
When and how often should I check my tyre pressure?
Correct tyre pressure determines the service life of the tyres, driving safety, ride comfort and also fuel consumption. This is why we recommend checking the tyre pressure and adjusting it as necessary at least twice per month and before setting off on a lengthy journey. You should do this even if the tyre pressure of your vehicle is monitored electronically.
If your vehicle has an emergency spare wheel, please check this at the same time.
The tyre pressure figures refer to cold tyres or tyres that are at the same temperature as the surroundings.
What are BMW star marked tyres?
The star marking is the BMW stamp of approval. All BMW star marked tyres have been tested and developed in partnership with leading tyre manufacturers to ensure they harmonise with your BMW in the best way possible ensuring optimum performance, comfort and safety.
How do I find the correct tyres for my vehicle?
When buying a wheel-and-tyre combination, please contact a BMW Partner or a BMW dealership.
How do I clean my wheels?
The BMW rim cleaner effortlessly removes stubborn dirt marks such as burnt-on brake dust or oil and rubber residues. A colour indicator makes it easier to check the efficacy of the acid-free special cleaner. The product is suitable for all BMW steel and light alloy wheels.
