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Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« on: February 27, 2012, 09:42:47 pm »
Had a set of Hankook V12 Ventus (also listed as EVO) on my Polo GTI last week and i must admit im quite impressed. I wasnt expecting masses due to the price tag having run Dunlop Sport Maxx's, Pirelli P Zero Nero's and recently Goodyear F1 Eagles...


Why: Because 225bhp through the front tyres of a Polo means I get through alot

Sourcing: I found that www.camskill.co.uk offered the most competitive price however my local Dexel branch matched the price which included fitting and balancing.

Other versions: for the 205/45/16 alloys I currently run there is a big price gap between some pretty unknown brand tyres and the more "house hold" brands we all know and love (Conti, Yoko's, Toyo's etc etc) As for a like for like comparison the closest I found that could be considered a comparison at the time listed on Camskill were Toyo Proxes but still £15 a corner dearer. Arguably a better tyre but potentially a softer compound?

Plus Points: Initially price. However as driving has discovered a good, composed, comfortable tyre that gives me the same cornering confidence I gained when using any of the previously mentioned tyres. Tread Pattern isnt too bad either.

Minus Points: I imagine that time will show me more of a clear difference between this tyre and a premium brand tyre however current performance hasnt revealed any negatives for me.

Summary: Very pleased with the results especially with the price tag.

Would be interested to know if anyone else has had or has Hankooks?
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« Last Edit: February 27, 2012, 10:25:11 pm by jimlad09 »

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #1 on: February 27, 2012, 09:45:21 pm »
Sell loads of the v12 and.they are a good tyre

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #2 on: February 27, 2012, 09:45:57 pm »
Saying i like these tyres is hardly a review is it.  :confused:

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #3 on: February 27, 2012, 09:51:36 pm »
Im pleased to hear it. Having always been told dont skimp on tyres you feel the only way you'll get quality is to spend a fortune im just pleased that i seem to have picked up a decent tyre for a decent price. Im not saying that these are as good as some of the top brands but a good cheaper alternative

Saying i like these tyres is hardly a review is it.  :confused:

Well in a word...no...but I am giving it a positive review. Feel free to move this post  :sad1: apologies

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #4 on: February 27, 2012, 09:53:10 pm »
Saying i like these tyres is hardly a review is it.  :confused:

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #5 on: February 27, 2012, 10:16:33 pm »
edited...again apologies  :sad1:

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #6 on: February 27, 2012, 10:28:11 pm »
Saying i like these tyres is hardly a review is it.  :confused:

maybe Hankook gave them to him free?  :signLOL:
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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #7 on: February 27, 2012, 10:33:08 pm »
Which i could get them.free

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #8 on: February 27, 2012, 10:36:31 pm »
as do i! Sorry guys I should have read the purpose built guide before diving in. I have amended my initial post and tried to cover the suggested bases...

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #9 on: February 27, 2012, 11:15:19 pm »
Sorry mate. Your actual review is much better. I have run some Hankook Icebears as my winters which I have just taken off. To be honest I don't think they are too bad.

On a £ per performance ratio I think they are up there.  :wink: :happy2:

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #10 on: February 28, 2012, 09:04:40 am »
they came 2nd didn't they in the evo tyre test behing the conti and just above the goodyear
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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #11 on: February 28, 2012, 07:08:14 pm »
Not a bad tyre but wears quickly and is poor in the wet.
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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #12 on: February 28, 2012, 08:06:27 pm »
they came 2nd didn't they in the evo tyre test behing the conti and just above the goodyear

It was the Hankook S1 Evo that came second in the 2012 EVO tyre test not the V12 unfortunately. The S1 Evo is available in the rare 205/45 R16 size but are harder to find than the V12.
« Last Edit: February 28, 2012, 08:08:59 pm by Bogwoppit »

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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus (Updated)
« Reply #13 on: March 02, 2012, 03:48:41 pm »
This 'updated' review looks good to me. Good to see a proper pic! as it's a bit useless to have a review if you can't see what your talking about.
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Re: Hankook V12 Ventus
« Reply #14 on: March 08, 2012, 12:00:46 pm »
Saying i like these tyres is hardly a review is it.  :confused:

maybe Hankook gave them to him free?  :signLOL:

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