What's the Perfect Aftermarket Tire Replacement for Your Rivian? 

You are right; this was perfect timing, at least for me. I have 24k on my R1T with 20" ATs. I think the LTX might be a good option for me as my driving is more like Skyler's. I went with the 20's mainly because of what you guys and others said about the availability of aftermarket tires plus I wanted to try out off-roading. Now I know that most of my driving will be on roads but I want to feel comfortable with Forest Service roads and light off-roading. It seems like the LTX with maybe some dedicated winter tires will be the best way to go. Thanks again for a really useful video!

Glad y’all are back!

Agree w/ Skyler 100%. Pirelli's drove me crazy w/ noise but I waited it out until 35K miles. Replaced them with MICHELIN DEFENDER LTX M/S and noticed an immediate difference. Super quiet. Have had them now for about 10K miles and they're still as quiet as when I got them.

😢glad you decided on the Defenders . They are awesome tires and are great in snow and are so quiet! I am driving on the Defenders LTS M/S with 25000 miles and they ride like they were brand new. I would be interested in seeing how Kyle’s tires do in snow. Interesting tread pattern

I agree with Skyler that the stock Pirelli's probably aren't the best rock crawler tires, nor are they best on road. But I've been VERY impressed with them on both gravel roads and snowy roads. Now this could be attributed to the R1T traction control being so good it's omniscient. But traction on ice/compacted snow is good, and on 2-4" of unplowed snow, it's amazing. They also do a great job of staying neutral on gravel roads. I have the same Toyo Open Country RT/Trails on my F-350, and they're not nearly as good in the snow. I normally love Michelin for quality and smoothness, but that tread pattern looks really iffy for those low traction scenarios. I'd love Skyler's take on how they work in snow and winter roads.

I'm still at 7/32nds on my stock tires at 26k. Gonna go with Continental Terraincontacts when it's time. Figured that'll be around 32 to 35k. Have them on my Ram. Great tire. Quiet. A little less aggressive but still capable off road. Better reviewed than the Michelin. At least on tire rack.

Excellent topic! Every Rivian owner wants or will want advice on OEM replacements.

Skylar, you just saved me from thinking I was crazy. I thought that increased noise on my 20" AT was my imagination but definitely noticed it somewhere between 13-15k miles. Unfortunately, my full size spare didn't arrive until after I'd had 10k miles. So I'll probably go with Pirelli's again, do a 5 tire rotation and then see whats out there at that time. Maybe the Defender LTX like you did.

I hope you guys follow-up on this a year or so from now. I've got the 21" wheels with OEM/Pirellis and have been very satisfied so far --sorry to all the Pirelli haters. In the past 18 months, I've done about a dozen off-road trips that included rock-crawling, dry dirt, mud, and snow. I've never felt tire-limited. In fact, seasoned off-roaders frequently can't believe what the tires can do --it makes them a little uncomfortable sometimes☺. I get comments like, "Wow, I can't believe you just did that on road tires." I've also towed hundreds of miles with a 5k trailer & boat combination. With ~22,000+ miles on the tires, I have an average tread now of 4/32" on all of them. My miles/kWh efficiency has been 2.4 which has given great range numbers. If you're not off-roading EVERY weekend, there's no "need" for the ATs or anything more aggressive. Another common complaint about the Pirellis is cost. However, even something like the Michelin Defender LTX Platinum tires discussed in this video are similarly priced --seeing prices today around $425/tire online. So I'm interested to see, over time and mileage, what Skyler thinks of the Michelins. If your primary concern is aesthetics and looks, I agree the ATs look cooler.

Got the Defender Platinum a few days ago. Couldn't be happier.

100% agree with going with the 20" wheels. Many benefits like forged wheels and many tire options. I downsized and went with 275/60R20 Pirelli all seasons since I mainly drive highways. Gets the overall diameter to be similar to the 21" and meets the load requirements

Y’all this is a great topic. My R1T was spec’s with the AT’s. I have just under 35k miles on my vehicle and the Tires are ready to be replaced. Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been trying to decide what to replace the with. I was not too impressed with the Pirelli’s and honestly don’t need AT’s. Will probably go with a good all season tire.

The M-LTX are awesome tires - speaking from my experience on my 4Runner. I’m sure they put the same quality into the whole line. I plan to buy Michelin LTX for my R1S 22s when ready.

Can I replace my HL275/50 R22 with DEFENDER LTX M/S2? I'm more concerned with understanding if the HL275 can be replaced with 275/50 R22 tires

My Pirellis drove me nuts with noise and so I replaced them around 20,000 miles. Went with the Continental TerrainContact HTs and love them for the most part! Perfectly silent, smoother riding, better handling, and sensational wet traction. Only problem? They are HEAVY and this results in their efficiency being identical to the Pirelli ATs. Was really hoping for better range, but ah well! However, guess what? The Michelin Defender Platinums are even heavier :(

Any update on the Rivian community discount for the Michelin Tires? I'm looking to purchase a set.

Thanks for the vid. On my stock AT 20" tires for 2022 R1T I did the four-tire rotation regularly and got less than 25K miles out of them before they were basically bald.

Same exact experience as you; at 15k the noise started driving me nuts. Up till then I was VERY impressed with the on and offroad behavior of the stock tires. 15k just isnt enough miles for a set of tires though. I was split between the platinums and BFG KO's or the Toy open country AT3's. I ended up going with cooper discoverer AT3 XLT's. They took a second attempt to get the balance right, then about 1000 miles or so to "break in" (I havent had that experience with other tires in the past). Prior to the swap I was averaging right at 2.0 miles per KWh, with the new tires I get about 1.8 miles per KWh. Thinking back now, i kinda wish I had gone with some LTX defenders for the range.

Maybe I missed it, but what was the range impact with the Defenders?

Perfect timing on this video. I'm at 31k on my R1T and I'm looking at tires. I was leaning towards BFG ko2 because I have had them on a lot of vehicles in the past and they lasted longer than any other AT that I've used but hearing about the range loss that Jimmy has and the efficiency that Skylar has been getting I'm tempted to go the Michelen route. My lifetime efficiency is 2.17mi/kWh and I would like to keep it near there or better. Keep us updated on the efficiency and ride of these tires. I can probably get another 5k out of mine before I need to replace them.

good job guys. looking forward to more content.

Thank you for another exceellent video/review of tire options. I went with the LTX Platinums as Skyler chose. These are as quiet as he describes and look great. My question is for Jimmy and awareness for all owners - What did yo do for installation with your aftermarket step/rock sliders on your R1t - Discount tire would not lift my R1t with the EV1 sportline rockslides/steps on my R1t - I had to bring them the wheels/tires, 2 at a time ,then put them on my truck! Rivian/EV1 need to get together on this, becuase there is no guidance out there for tire companies. Larry

I did the tire research before locking in the configuration, and the 20" was the way to go. We also don't offroad so we were going to use up the OEM AT tires and swap to AS tires. Skyler's findings make me glad to hear I made the right choice. With the defenders do you see an increase in range?

Been waiting for some of this exact info...curious to see how the Defender Platinums work out....getting some definite noise w/ the stock Scorpions and looking for an AS tire for my next set. TY

Would you guys take the 21s or the 20 wheels with the Michelins to a mountain pass like engineer pass in Colorado?

Any updates on the Michelins as far as ride and handling. Thinking im going to try the Continentals. Pirellis have been killing me with flats never had this many on one vehicle 3 flats within a year of ownership. Screws and nails on highway driving. Continentals show better on paper than the Michelins for my driving style, highway 80 miles a work day round trip no snow action or off roading (planned). Lol

Thanks guys ! Great insights ...

Skyler, Jimmy, thank you for the video. I have the 21 in wheels. I am planning to purchase the OEM 20 in wheels and get the Michellin Platinum tires. How is your efficiency? I do a lot of long-distance highway travel. I also pull a 7000 lbs travel trailer occasionally.

21" option: Michelin Defender LTX M/S 275/50R21

Very interested in the LTX Platinums, but am concerned about winter performance. Seems like some mixed reviews here.

I had 21 inch wheels on my R1t. As you know there is no replacement tire other than Perelli scorpion. This tire did not last. I ended up changing to a 20 inch. I chose the Michelin defender platinum 275/65/20. Awesome tire that has a 70,000 warranty. This is the best tire option as a daily driver

Great video! Finally, a discussion on tire options. Any thoughts on the new Toyo Open Country A/T III EV tires? Planning to switch my R1S L stock 22s to the 20in BR Voltaic wheels with either the new Toyo’s or Falken Wildpeak AT4’s. The Michelins do look good tho 👍🏼

How did your Rivian efficiency change with these tires?

Skyler, is your R1S painted limestone? Looks sick.

When is the georgia traverse coming?? I would like to join. Did Loved to hear the feedback from the tire you both got. I started checking on optional tires since I purchase my R1S. My default is probably for Ko2s since we had it on both my GX and my wife 4runner. My wife got 92K miles out of them (E rated, 10ply, so much stiffer). I did see a local Rivian with the Michelin agilis Crossclimate and I have being curios how they have behave for him. I may stop him one of this days, and update the comment. Did you mention if there was a better efficiency on the michelin's? Thanks alot great content as usual.

I’m hoping for a Nokian Remedy WRG5 for my 21’s - not sure they’re made in that odd size though. :) Definitely going on my Model3 when this set wears down in the next six months.

Hi Skyler, thanks for the tire info. Sounds like what I need for my cross Canada trip (as soon as Superchargers are open). Have you noticed any range/efficiency improvement with the Michelin's? Usually noise reduction means better efficiency. Keep up the awesome communication!

What wheels did you get and how much were they?

I decided im going with the Continental Terrain Contact HT on my 20"

In Florida and Texas i guess you are not in need of snow and ice traction - im in central California and travel to the mountains during the winter - would like to consider a all weather tire with snow and ice capability

Hi Jimmy, Those Toyo’s look like a good fit for me except the road trip range loss you registered on your Tampa trip is a nonstarter. What was the outdoor temperature when you marked your efficiency on the Toyo’s on your trip to Tampa? I was doing some range testing with various rooftop loads last month and found any daytime temperatures below 60 took a hit that was at least as strong as that from certain equipment drag. Below 55 I lost about .3 to .4 mi/kwh. So, I’m wondering if ambient T was a contributing factor and it’s not all on the tires?

I am down to 7/32" on my 21"s so it will soon be time for replacement. I found a 21" AT tire set. Falken Wild Peak 265/45R21 . Has anyone tried these before? They should be good for the weight, but dimensions are different than stock

Why not the Defender LTX M/S2?

Looking @ Michelin Platinum 295/60/R20 same diameter as stock almost and little wider. R1t LA SILVER Skyler any thoughts on clearance?

We have the 22s on our R1S .. when we had to get some work done for our S, the service center gave us an R1T with the 20s.. they drove better, but my god was it noisy. So much so, that I would never get those 20s. Are the aftermarket 20s just as noisy or are they much quieter?

Great topic. Wondering if Skyler has any info or personal experience with the Michelins in snow? Also, do they track well on the highway. The main beef I've had with the Pirellis on my R1S has been the feeling that they drift slightly at highway speeds.

I have 46k on my original AT 20” for my R1T. I think I have about 5k more in them

What are the alternatives for the 21" road tires?

Any suggestions for snow/ice and everyday driver

Just curious...why did the show stop for so long?

Meanwhile those of us on 22" wheels are saying "you got 20,000 miles out of your tires?" All 4 of my OEM Pirellis were at 3/32 at 14k miles even rotating every 5k miles

You guys drive a lot, surprised how many miles you have already. How's your battery doing with all those miles? curious if you have noticed degradation at all?

"P" or passenger rated tires aren't a "car tire", you should seriously consider the consequences of switching to an LT (light truck) tire - worse range, worse noise, worse handling, just to support loads you are most likely not carrying unless you trailer heavy loads consistently. The sidewall durability is not any better, actually having a more maliable (sp?) P rated tire is often better off road.

No offense, you guys talk soooo slow. I sped it up x2 only then is it bearable.

If 95% of your driving is on road, then just get street tires or all-season tires and call it a day. Don't be a poser, worrying about a rugged look. All-terrain tires are for people who drive off-road frequently, but still spend lots of time on the street.

This guy sounds like he's half asleep...