Falken ZE 914

Bought 4 Falken ZE914 215/55 R16 97W tyres for a VW Sharan 1.9 TDI. Existing tyres were Dunlop SP Sport 2020E and had around 2-3mm tread on the back tyres and 2mm left on the front tyres. I've driven on Firestones and Dunlop SP Sport 9000 on previous cars. Dunlop advised changing to SP Sport 01 as they had stiffer shoulders so better road holding, because the VW Sharan has higher center of gravity. However I took a risk and went for an untried brand Falken Ziex 914 due to £20 price difference per tyre. I definitely made the CORRECT choice. Tyre pressures were kept the same as on the old tyres according to VW recommendations on the fuel cap. I ran in the tyres for 250 miles on local trips and on a motorway journey at 55 mph as advised. I''ve driven over 800 miles on motorway and local roads now and in comparison to the Dunlop SP Sport 2020e I got the following results in order of benefit. 1. Lighter steering, makes driving and parking much much easier, the tyres are somehow very light, even after running in. 2. Fuel MPG improved considerably by 4 + mpg as shown on the vw dash meter average. The MPG has gone up by at least 6 mpg on the motorway speeds of 55 to 75 mph 3. Comfort has improved, car is smoother over minor bumps, and slightly better over bigger bumps than the Dunlops. I've kept tyre pressures the same as the Dunlops. 4. Dry grip has improved slightly. I've noticed that the car no longer understeers or oversteers at 30mph - 40 mph on dual carriageway and motorway slip road bends. 5. Wet grip has considerably improved and I can feel control of the car at speed in the rain and can change lanes on a motorway feeling in control when I need to quickly move the car left or right when lane changing. 6. Noise is not noticeable locally but has slightly improved on the motorway. 7. Tyre Wear - Still too early even after 800 miles, will try to leave another review after 10K miles Overall Verdict. After lots of research and nearly buying the SP Sport 01 or the SP Sport Blueresponse after reading reviews, I'm happy I made the right choice and saved money by choosing the Falken Ziex ZE914. I feel performance and comfort has increased. Previously only bought the bigger brands but now MUST consider mid price brands like Falken. Read more Collapse

I was wondering for a long time over which tyres to choose. I decided to go for Falken. I admit that I was guided by the price and the opinions of others. The car that I drive has maximum speed 180km and rear-wheel drive, I might add, that this is a diesel, and these Falken ZE 914 are perfect!! :) Whether it’s in wet or dry conditions or even when I drive into a puddle nothing unexpected happens. Literally as if on rails. As for the noise I had 16inch Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D and the level is the same - none. I do not know whether it’s my car soundproof or the tyres are really that quiet, but I can’t hear them. I drive very fast and sometimes I can hear when the front tyres literally bite into the road without compromising on controllability. At 150m/H the car still behaves normally. Speaking of the wear, I do not know. I have done around 1000 miles and after washing they still look like new. I recommend them and I know that my next purchase will also be Falken but probably 19inch :) Read more Collapse

I highly recommend Falken ZE 914. I had a lot of different tyres before, always from the top shelf. In my opinion, Falken beats Michelin, Goodyear and Dunlop. I tested them with emergency braking on dry and wet roads. The car stops immediately in place. Even in the mud they managed nicely. They are very durable and resistant to abrasion. Fuel consumption in general hasn’t changed so as for me they are very economical. My Mazda at an average speed of 87m/h burns around 6l. On the highways at speeds up to 150m/h it feels like the car is flying, and in the event of a fast braking doesn’t lose control but instantly stops. From April to September 2014 I did well over 20 thousand miles using them. I haven’t noticed any significant tread wear. I drive in the city and on international routes. The only slight minus is that the tyre noise is noticeable. As for me, this is not a problem because a moderately loud music eliminates this drawback. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 pleasantly surprised me, compared to summer predecessors - Bridgestone Potenza Re 50 205/50R16, now I have Falken 215/40R17 and they are much better than Bridgestone; although they had larger profile I could feel every unevenness on the road. They are also much harder than Falken. In wet conditions even with the wet track I haven’t sensed any disturbance. Potenza was able to spin the wheels on the wet. The only minus I found in Falken is that during the hot weather they warm up and you can smell the burnt rubber while approaching them. They are still new and not used a lot, but I don’t think it’s something serious. The smell is perceptible only as auto stands in a garage after driving :) NOISE -> as for wider tyres than the previous ones are quieter, even than Nexen (much louder hum) IN GENERAL - I recommend 100%, no damage despite few accidents with curbs :) Read more Collapse

Due to the low profile tyres do not judge the suppression of inequality. On dry roads at least they behave properly. On wet as well. These are my first low profile tyres so driving for me is great. It is possible that it is because of the AWD drive - also a first for me. I’ve read that there are problems with balancing these tyres but for me not a problem. What’s interesting is that in the event of a pressure drop (due to the significant cooling) the steering wheel started to vibrate at speeds above 60m/h. After adapting the inflation level for the required use the problem disappeared. After driving 14k miles consumption is very low. Overall, I am satisfied with Falken ZE 914. Usually I bought tyres of manufacturers such as Dunlop and Goodyear, however, in this case due to grip on the wet roads they can be compared to Dunlop FastResponse that I had in the other car. Read more Collapse

I've had quite a few Falkens in the past and these are no different to the usual quality that I've had. When we bought this car it was shod with Michelin's on front and Continental's on rear this had the entertaining effect of making the car quite unstable in the wet, especially straight line braking. Since the Falkens were fitted the car is a different animal altogether, she really holds the line in corners and feels very sure footed on fast winding country roads. The wet grip is very good when driving enthusiastically and again feels sure footed. Now I dare say that the car itself does handle well but these tyres definitely compliment the suspension and chassis. Some reviews mention lots of road noise, I have to be honest my car seems quieter on these Falkens than my last Michelin's and Continentals. Overall I have no problem recommending these tyres to anyone. Read more Collapse

From June to November I covered more than 6 thousand miles with those tyres in all conditions from heat to the early November frost. In my opinion, tyres recommendable. They really didn’t disappoint me in any situation giving me the confidence during braking and feeling of the car in every situation. As for my driving style, I gave them a test ;) outside the city with speed 70-90m/h (usually in the limits of traffic regulations) quiet driving without any crazy acts in the city but can be described as a dynamic. If it comes to consumption it’s by the books so I can give positive comment as well. In conclusion I can safely recommend Falken ZE 914 because tyres are really good and they have one more advantage - price :) I hope that my review will help you in making a good choice... I repeat really worth investing in! Read more Collapse

The car that my Falken ZE 914 tyres are fitted to is a 2008 Mercedes Vito 120, 205 BHP, rear wheel drive. Previously, I had Kumho KU31 tyres and I was very happy with them. They gave me good grip on both wet and dry. No corners were a problem, the tyres were reliable and had a nice visual look. With my driving style, they have lasted for 1,5 season. After consulting the helpline of Oponeo I was suggested to get Falken ZE 914 and advised that these tyres will be better at the same price. I tried them and unfortunately I am heavily disappointed. They are no match for Kumho when it comes to grip in the corners (they lose it slightly when coming out of the corner) and stability while driving. I just don't trust these tyres. For me, it's better to get Kumho or Toyo tyres instead of Falken ZE 914. Read more Collapse

I use my Falken ZE 914 tyres in quite a pawerful car - 218 BHP and 500 Nm. Previously, I had Dunlop tyres and Michelin Pilot Primacy ones, and I thought there are no better tyres. It turns out that Falken ZE 914 not only matches Michelins with their grip, which is important for me, but also has harder shoulders than Michelin and due to that it behaves better during aggressive driving. Of course, the driving comfort on bumpy roads is a bit worse, but I have Run Flat tyres as my winter set, so after chenging to Falken it's still better. I only did ca. 700 miles on my tyres, so I don't know what will be their wear. However, I am very pleased with Falken ZE 914 as they grip the car nicely on both dry and wet. At such a price there's probably no better tyre with such parameters as Falken ZE 914. Read more Collapse

205/50R17 is a quite expensive size, but Falken ZE 914 has a decent price and for such, the tyres are worth buying. Generally I think they are for a mixed use - to go for a vacation with your family, etc. For such use, Falken ZE 914 is much better than eg. Nokian, Michelin, Bridgestone and Pirelli. They have to be "driven off" and adjust themselves, first miles may seem a bit rough, like on premium tyres. They are very reliable on wet and in ruts, and I can't complain about anything on dry. Very predictable in sharp corners, they don't lose traction all of the sudden. I definitely recommend Falken ZE 914 tyres, I also decided to get winter set of Falken tyres - just to have a matching set. I personally am satisfied with them. Read more Collapse

The tyres are better than the previous manufacturers run flat that are fitted as standard to this model . They are quieter and not as rigid and bumpy . Grip is excellent in all road conditions . Car is regularly driven at speed over A class roads and on motorways . The price paid will virtually allow for another set to be fitted when compared against a premium run flat as recommended by BMW . Insurance company were advised of the change away from manufacturers recommended tyre type and no additional premium added . Overall very happy with he only reservation being no spare option . However I made sure insurance policy included recovery to nearest garage which is still considerably cheaper than run flat tyres. Read more Collapse

I bought Falken ZE 914 tyres basing on the reviews of users. I testem them in various conditions, eg. motorway in Germany, fast cornering, sharp and sudden braking, driving in the rain. Previously I had Michelin Primacy HP tyres and I find Falken ZE 914 way better, and also three times cheaper! In my case, I find it useless to buy Michelin or Goodyear which were complained about fast wear and cracks in the sides as they don't ground your complaints. It's just simple overpaying. What's better - I also noticed lowert fuel consumption. Overall, I find Falken ZE 914 a good tyre which is worth buying. Read more Collapse

I bought Falken ZE 914 tyres, as previously I used their precedessor, the ZE 912, which were really great. At first, the tyres were a bit hard and loud (ca. 200 miles), but then they turned out to be absolutely sensational. When it comes to behaviour on water, it's perfect (better then the 912), and on dry it's as good. I did ca. 1500 miles on these tyres (size is 225/45R17, fitted to a Skoda Superb). Also, Falken ZE 914 have a great quality-price ratio. I recommend them even to most demanding drivers. Who will try and use Falken ZE 914 once, then they will not say goodbye to this brand too soon. Read more Collapse

In four months of use of Falken ZE 914 tyres I did over 14000 miles, 60% of which were done on the motorways. I was pleasantly surprised by low rolling resistance and low wear - as for now, I don't see any signs of wear. Behaviour on the road, no matter if it's dry or wet, is great. During driving at 90 MPH I don't hear any sounds of rolling tyres inside the car. Previously I had Michelin Primacy fitted in my car and they happened to lose traction in the least expected moments, which is why I switched them to Falken ZE 914 and I am very happy with my decision. Read more Collapse

I was basing on opinions, but it looks like that my requirements are higher. The main problem is balancing and driving comfort. My old Continental tyres didn't make any vibrations, and the issue with new Falken ZE 914 cannot be resolved by three different tyre men. I simply don't know what to do. The driving comfort is, so to say, insufficient. I can feel every bump. Traction on both dry and wet is good. When it comes to noise level, it could've been more quiet at higher speeds. I can't recommend Falken ZE 914 tyres - I got very disappointed with them. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 are great tyres, they stick to the road well, disperse water as good, and absorb shocks better than the majority of tyres in the size 225/40R18, the car also doesn't have the tendency to swerve out of the ruts. I have a comparison to Michelin Pilot Sport 3 and Dunlop SP Sport Maxx, so I can rate Falken ZE 914 very high - definitely higher than Dunlop. The only thing I have objections against is the rim protector which doesn't fulfill its function well - my wheel has already experienced the results. Read more Collapse

After world-record-rapid wear of my previous Michelin Primacy HP tyres I decided to get tyres from another brand. I did ca. 3500 miles on Falken ZE 914 tyres (on various road types) and I can say they behave very well during fast driving, emergency braking, they have superb rolling resistance on both dry and wet pavement. In my opinion, Falken ZE 914 not only match the premium tyres with their capabilities, but they are also way cheaper. I recommend them with a clear conscience. Read more Collapse

I needed two front tyres for my minivan and I bought Falken ZE 914. I didn't know the brand, and the price wasn't the lowest as well. I can say that they handle transferring the power of 235 BHP on the road very well, but they only have one drawback - they are loud. The noise appears at 80 MPH and may disturb a bit. Despite that fact, I will buy them again as Falken ZE 914 is a good tyre. Just remember they are asymmetric tread pattern tyres. Read more Collapse

I bought these as they were on offer and i had read on the forums that they're were a good tyre for my car. I didn't want to break the bank on some new tyres, but i also wanted the best value for money, these haven't let me down. pro's: decent grip in dry and wet wearing average - at least not fast like my previous khumo's! excellent value con's: tyres feel a little harder than my last set. a little noisey. Read more Collapse

For such a price, Falken ZE 914 are very good tyres! I was expeting them to be much louder than it really is, but it may be a result of soundproofing the car. On dry they are sensational, however I can see significant decrease in the quality of braking on wet - however it's not troublesome. On good pavement Falken ZE 914 behave great on both wet and dry. I can recommend these tyres without any hesitation! Read more Collapse

So far, I've driven almost 4500 miles on Falken ZE 914 tyres and I can't say anything bad about them. They behave very well and as for now, I don't see any signs of wear on them. Braking, even from high speeds to zero, is not a problem anymore. The tyre grips the road very well, especially on sunny days. Generally speaking, Falken ZE 914 is worth recommending - a good tyres for a decent price. Read more Collapse

Fitted 2 on front wheels of Rover 75 (FWD) before 4000 mile tour of Europe and they performed excellently in both hot dry weather and also torrential rain. Very quiet on autobahns at high speed, surface depending, and gave full confidence in their performance whatever the conditions. No ice or snow encountered due to the trip done in June. Cannot wait wait to get 2 on the rear wheels. Read more Collapse

Falkren ZE 914 are very good tyres, they behave in the corners, during starting and braking very well. My mileage on them is low at the moment, but I can say I don't see any signs of wear. The car is small but powerful, and it has automatic transmission. After fitting Falken ZE 914, even my wife happened to have a rush start at the traffic lights. Read more Collapse

The problem with this model of falcon tyre is that it provides NO rim protection like many other tyres do. My wife, who has driven for twenty years without kerbing her wheels has managed to kerb all four on our skoda in two months. I am seriously considering throwing these tyres away even though they've only done 3000 miles. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 is a very good tyre for cars with high torque (I personally have an Avensis T25 D-CAT chipped up to 550 Nm). Behaviour in the corners is sensational, as well as behaviour on wet surface is. Definitely better than the 912. Falken ZE 914 is on of the best tyres in this price range - I definitely recommend. Read more Collapse

Decided to buy theses after reading previous reviews on them. The brand i used before these were more expensive but I found they wore down quickly. These tyres perform well in the wet and dry for me and my style of driving. They are also wearing well. I shall be buying another two when I next replace my fronts. Read more Collapse

Excellent for the money, I'm sure more grippy tyres are available, but these are more than adequate for a sensible family car. Quieter and more comfortable than the nasty federal tyres that were on the car when I bought it. My only niggle is that they can tramline a bit, something they didn't do when brand new Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 do a good job in all conditions, they grip well in the corners and allow to control the car in the puddles. The drive is soft, like on ordinary tyres, and at the same time you can confidently take holes and curbs. The only drawback of Falken ZE 914 is its noise level, but it's bearable. Read more Collapse

Tyres are good took ages to come over 3 weeks so was very angry and upset with the deliver time it took when this is a uk website you would think would have them over 4 days or a week so I wouldn't order from this website Again it took to long to come after I put my order on these tyres. Read more Collapse

Bought these tyres to replace the original Bridgestone ones that basically were useless and only lasted around 12000 miles. The reviews I read when deciding on these Falkens suggested that they were good value and they weren't wrong. Would I buy these again.. yes without a doubt. Read more Collapse

After a relatively small distance, I can rate Falken ZE 914 positively. It may be a bit hard, but you have to remember that the suspension of the RAV4 is also not very user-friendly. Generally, I find Falken ZE 914 behave very well and can recommend them with a clear conscience. Read more Collapse

I do over 15000 a year and they are standing up well so far. If you drive agressivly you will shorten the life of the tyre. That said you will shorten any make of tyres life with aggressive driving. I'm an intermediate driver and so far there are wearing well. Read more Collapse

Probably drove too long on 2.2bar on front tyres..should have been 2.8..otherwise i think wear would have been much better..the 3.0quattro weighs 2.1 tons and as a heavy car with sports suspension i feel the tyres performed quite well for the price. Read more Collapse

Before I fitted Falken ZE 914, I used Michelin tyres, which cost me twice as much as Falken did, and they behaved much worse. On Falken ZE 914 cornering, braking and starting on both wet and dry is great. The tyre is definitely worth recommending. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 are pretty cheap for the capabilities they have. Personally I will not buy any more expensive tyres, as it would be a simple overpayment. And it's not worth it. On Falken ZE 914, you can race anyone and still leave them behind. Read more Collapse

Tread wear of Falken ZE 914 is definitely better than of my previous Barum tyres. They are "harder" and are much more suitable for drivers who drive at least a bit dynamically. In my opinion, Falken ZE 914 is definitely worth recommending. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 is a tyre which greatly grips the surface, no matter if dry or wet, and even at high speeds it's not very loud. You can feel very confident in the corners and bends. I recommend Falken ZE 914 as a decent tyre - worth buying! Read more Collapse

There's nothing to complaint about in Falken ZE 914 tyres. They are simply great on both wet and dry surface, and they are cheap at the same time. I can only recommend Falken ZE 914 - worth buying instead of premium tyres! Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 are quite audible on dry pavement, and they wear rapidly - I have to get rid of them after only one season, for such a price I can't recommend Falken ZE 914 - it's better to get tyres from a different brand. Read more Collapse

this tyre is a brilliant option for cars like the CRV I have used other brands, and none have been as good as the Falkens, will use them again, as well as order them from oponeo, who have also delivered excellent service Read more Collapse

Replaced after 6 months after 3k miles. Worn down to canvas on rear. Car driven at moderate speeds and no rapid acceleration. This is a heavy car and these tyres are not able to cope. Could not recommend on that basis. Read more Collapse

The Suzuki swift sport tyres is an odd size and there aren't many tyres to choose but these Falkens are brilliant they wear well and they grip the road very good in wet or dry conditions, I'm very pleased with them. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 is a very good tyre for such a price. It grips the road in the corners superbly and sensationally disperses water. For a 200 BHP car with a front wheel drive, Falken ZE 914 is a perfect tyre! Read more Collapse

I fitted these in combination with stiffer front suspension bushes on my Z3 and the handling is greatly improved. The tyres were responsible for the larger part of the improvement. Very pleased. Read more Collapse

I've had two sets of these tyres on my car now and am very pleased with them, the dry and wet grip is very good and they seem to last well. They also happen to be excellent value for money. Read more Collapse

I am very pleased with the purchase of Falken ZE 914 tyres, especially because of their quality-price ratio - in this tyre feathering does not exist. I recommend Falken ZE 914 to everyone. Read more Collapse

Quality of a premium tyre for the price of a budget tyre. Personally I found these tyres better than the continental's that I took off. Definitely recommend these tyres for summer use. Read more Collapse

Falken ZE 914 may not be the most quiet tyres, but they give splendid traction and great road grip. They also look very attractive. For me, there's no better tyre than Falken ZE 914. Read more Collapse

For such a price, Falken ZE 914 are very good tyres - no matter if the surface is dry or wet, they behave perfectly, noise level is very low. I recommend Falken ZE 914 to everyone! Read more Collapse

TRIED THESE TYRES ON MY VOLVO , VERY POOR IN WET CONDITIONS , TO THE STAGE IM REMOVING THEM WITH STILL 5 MIL ON THEM , WHEN CORNERING HARD THEY DO NOT GRIP , VERY DISSAPOINTED . Read more Collapse