Compare 1986 BMW L7 Tires

Get Tires for Your BMW L7

When it's time to buy new tires for your vehicle, turn to the skilled technicians at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Browse tires online and schedule an installation appointment today!

1986 BMW L7 Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your BMW L7 tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
1986 BMW L7 Base* 220/55VR390 V 33 PSI/33 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
1986 BMW L7 Base* 205/70HR14 H 32 PSI/32 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

1986 BMW L7 Base*

- Size: Shop 220/55VR390

- Speed Rating: V

- Inflation F/R: 33 PSI/33 PSI

1986 BMW L7 Base*

- Size: Shop 205/70HR14

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 32 PSI/32 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 1986 BMW L7

What tires are best for a 1986 BMW L7? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your BMW L7.

Buy Tires for 1986 BMW L7

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's one reason it's a good idea to visit us when you're ready to buy new  1986 BMW L7 tires. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the tire shop of choice for BMW L7 tire options. Whether you want tire that's made to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find the right tires for your vehicle and budget.

View the tires BMW recommends for 1986 L7s, plus helpful information about BMW L7 tire size, tire inflation, and speed rating. Take it from one of our tire technicians, Brianna: "You want to find the correct size for your tire. It matters in alignments and keeping your vehicle driving the way it’s supposed to.”

Beyond the correct tire size, you also want to consider a handful of other factors when buying new BMW L7 tires like where and how you drive, and what tire brand you trust most. If you live in Louisiana, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of BMW L7 snow tires for one part of the year, and all-season tires for the rest of the year.

When evaluating your driving conditions, think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience. Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one for summer and one for winter. That way, they can maximize their BMW L7's performance during both seasons. Other drivers buy one set of all-season tires instead. That way they don't have to return to the tire shop and their vehicle is always ready for sun, rain, and light snow!

Next, consider your driving style. Do you enjoy pushing your BMW L7 to the limits? Hitting the road less traveled? If you're an avid off-roader who yearns to pioneer new paths, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't hit the hills very often. You'll want a tire that can handle sand, stone, gravel, dirt, and more. You might even want a bigger tire with stiffer sidewalls and a wide tread pattern to help prevent punctures and maintain stability in uneven road conditions. But if you plan on sticking around town, a BMW L7 tire that offers a smooth, quiet ride might be exactly what you need. Talk to a tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care for help choosing the best tire for you, or start shopping for BMW L7 tires online. You're only a few clicks away from finding the right 1986 BMW L7 tire for your needs.

Good Tire Brands for BMW L7s

Firestone Complete Auto Care has plenty of good BMW L7 tire brands for you to choose from. Firestone and Bridgestone are two of the most popular. Firestone tires for BMW L7s always deliver! Harvey Firestone founded the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio in 1900. He was a passionate inventor from the get-go. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started producing and testing truck, passenger, and farm tires. One of the company's pioneering efforts was the introduction in 1908 of the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! Firestone Tires has been dedicated to staying one step ahead of the competition since day one, all thanks to Harvey Firestone. Firestone now makes about 8,000 different tires for all kinds of vehicles — including tires for 1986 BMW L7s.

Bridgestone is another smart move for BMW L7 tires. Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan in 1931. His company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas! The company remains an international leader in tire and rubber technology, providing world-class service, tires, and more to communities worldwide. In the words of founder Shojiro Ishibashi, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." What are you waiting for? If you want to drive with peace of mind, buy Bridgestone tires for a 1986 BMW L7 today!

Installing BMW L7 Tires

Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're your one-stop shop for tire installation, rotation, and ongoing maintenance! Shop 1986 BMW L7 tires online and schedule an installation appointment. Many stores are open on Saturday and Sunday for your convenience.

1986 BMW L7 Tire Questions

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common BMW L7 tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why does BMW tire inflation matter? Even a tiny decrease in tire pressure could impact your safety and fuel economy. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan.
  • What do the numbers on my BMW L7 tires mean? Your tire sidewall gives you information about load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to one of our tire technicians to learn how to read the numbers on your tire!
  • How do I check the tread depth on my BMW tires? Grab a penny. Hold the so that Abe Lincon's head is facing you and his hair is pointing toward the ground. Then, place the penny into a tread groove. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new BMW L7 tires.