Tanvic Tyre & Service Centre: Motorhome Tyres
Premium Motorhome Tyres – Safety You Can Trust on Every Journey
Your motorhome is more than a vehicle — it’s your home on wheels. Whatever road you travel, having the right tyres fitted and maintained is essential for safety, comfort, and long-lasting performance.
Motorhomes place greater demands on tyres than typical cars. They carry higher loads, have a higher centre of gravity, and are used for long distances — often in varied weather conditions. That’s why standard car tyres simply aren’t suitable for most motorhome applications
What to Look for When Choosing Motorhome Tyres
Correct Load Index & Speed Rating
Every tyre has a load index and speed symbol on its sidewall. These indicate the maximum weight a tyre can carry and the maximum speed it’s rated for. For motorhomes, choosing a tyre with a load index equal to or higher than the vehicle’s specification is crucial for safety and legal compliance
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For your size you can check the driver’s side door or inside the fuel door for a sticker that lists your vehicle’s tyre size and recommended inflation pressure.
What do the markings mean on the side of my tyre?
As illustrated on the right we have an example of a tyre size 215/60 R16 91V:
- 215: This is the tyre width in millimeters.
- 60: This is the height or profile of the tyre sidewall (aspect ratio), expressed as a percentage of the tread width. In this case, the height of the tyre sidewall is 205×0.55 = 112.75mm.
- R16: Here’s the diameter of the wheel rim, measured in inches – the wheel rim is 16″ in this case.
- 91: This is the ‘load rating’ of the tyre. It’s a measure of the maximum weight it can support. 91 denotes a load rating of 615kg.
- V: The speed rating of the tyre. I.E. the maximum speed at which the tyre can support maximum load. This should be higher than the maximum speed of the car. In this case, ‘V’ means a speed rating of up to 149mph.
Tips for Motorhome Tyre Safety
Perform regular checks — ideally once a month — for:
- Cracks or bulges in sidewalls
- Foreign objects embedded in tread
- Uneven or low leftover tread depth
- Correct inflation pressures
Even new looking tyres can age or deteriorate with time, especially on vehicles that see limited mileage.
Correct Tyre Pressures : Correct pressure means safer handling, better economy and extended tyre life. Always refer to:
- The vehicle handbook
- Placards on the door frame or fuel cap
Under-inflation not only causes uneven wear but can reduce load carrying ability, impacting handling and tyre safety.
