Permitted wheel size for Niva. What wheels can be installed on a Niva? Remember and choose

There are many “nivovods” in our country. And more and more often on various forums questions arise related to “shoes” for this wonderful machine.

“VAZ-2121”, “Niva” - they called the domestic SUV as many names as possible. And all these names are official. Marketing is what it is. Nevertheless, this car remains the most popular and best-selling of all that were produced. Moreover, many samples are exported.

You can see the Niva far beyond the borders of not only Russia, but also the CIS. Cars of this model were exported to Japan, Europe, Latin American countries, and even in Australia you can find some. In Canada you can often find modifications imported in the years 90-2000.

What is the reason for such a wild popularity of cars? It does not differ in design or comfort. So what's the secret?

And there is no secret here. The car turned out to be so good in terms of reliability and cross-country ability that in these indicators it left behind even Land Rovers, which have always been considered almost the standard.

But Soviet technology was developed as an all-terrain vehicle capable of getting out of sand, snow, and mud. At the same time, there is unification of parts with serial cars and cheap repairs. With a consumption of 10-13 liters per 100 km, the car performs such miracles off-road that it makes even the owners of Gelik cars, which cost many times more, whistle.

And if you find really cool off-road tires for the Niva, it turns into a real tank on wheels. Moreover, it is easy to operate and quite convenient.

Road grip under such conditions is good enough for the all-wheel drive monster “made in USSR” to pull you out of any jungle.

When these cars were tested at one time eleven years ago, they, along with various kinds of Rovers, were thrown into the Siberian and Far Eastern regions. In fact, to see when the machines start to fail. But despite the doubts and outright skepticism of many who said “no, it won’t fly,” domestic jeeps, cobbled together from an ordinary Zhiguli, suddenly showed the highest class, in many ways, in addition to the comfort mentioned above, ahead of their British fellow competitors.

Then many services purchased Nivas, which are good competition for the same UAZs, which were initially positioned as all-terrain vehicles and did not have “fathers” in the form of passenger cars.

Having bought mud tires for the Niva, you can easily forget about what autumn is. Because you will get out of any dirty puddle quite calmly. All that remains is to wash the car when you arrive home. And even if you get stuck, it won’t be that difficult to pull out the Lada 4x4.

There is a lot of controversy about the reliability of the Niva. Still, the Soviet ones are very different from the Russian ones. Even the quality of the metal in the “soviet” was better. Tolyatti residents began to openly save.

But now we are talking more about issues of cross-country ability and which tires are best to buy for the Niva.

Types of mud tires for the Niva car

Cheap and cheerful. This is about the Ya-569 “Bear” tires. “Mishka” will cost you less than 4,000 rubles. Tires are good because they are suitable for our winters. They feel confident in the snow. But in icy conditions it can let you down. Therefore, under such conditions it is better to choose something else.
Off-road mid-level, this is Cordiant off Road. For 4 rubles you get tires on which you can drive off-road and not be nervous on the asphalt. The car will need a small "Lift". This will be beneficial, as you will get +3 cm to the ground clearance.

Not perfect, but very good - Hankook Dynapro MT RT03. It will cost about 500 rubles more than the previous one. You need a 5 cm lift. And you will get a very decent result on dirt and asphalt.
More aggressive Kumho Road Venture mt kl71 tires are noticeably more expensive - 5.8 thousand rubles. Protectors allow you to feel confident even where the surface is not even a joke. A light lift or trimming the wheel arches will allow you to enjoy this beauty.
BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 – from rags to riches for 7 thousand rubles. Almost the standard of the genre among everything that can be put on the Niva. The treads clean well, and it is so difficult to kill a tire on the road that your car is more likely to break down. In general, if you want to get tires that can even get you to Africa, and you don’t spare money for your loved one, buy it with confidence.
Last on our list is the Federal Couragia m/t mud tire. This is the dirtiest of all existing ones. Only extreme is cooler. It's inexpensive. But it is not suitable for asphalt at all - it wears off quickly.

Extreme tires

Simex Extreme/Jungle Trekker are excellent tires. But there is no way to do without modification. And you won’t get off with just an elevator. Here we cut the arches and change the pairs. In general, a whole list of changes, after which you will be able to experience all the delights of driving on such tires. The cost may scare those who are used to mud shoes for 4 kopecks. Such “shoes” cost 12 thousand. Essential for most growers. But loving a car requires financial sacrifice.
If it’s expensive, then there is a Russian version that costs a little less than 5,000 - Forward Safari 500. Good for off-road use. Useless on asphalt. The downside is that it doesn’t go particularly well on the track. But you can do without an elevator by simply trimming the arches. Easy to clean. In general, the tread is very pleasing in the most difficult conditions.
Silverstone MT-117 XTREME - costs almost the same as Simex. Thanks to the lugs on the sides, it can get out from where the Safari gets stuck. The tires are designed for dirt, and on normal roads they wear out too quickly. He is not afraid of clay - he does not get washed out.

Many drivers believe that Safari is too heavy for the Niva. Because no one wants to load bearings and hubs.

The debate about which tires for the Niva 4x4 are the best is still going on. Some people manage to drive in mud on standard tires, others take the Bear for the winter and for mud. And a fair percentage “pray” to Goodrich, who is essentially very versatile. If you are not an extreme sports enthusiast, then there is little point in buying tires for 12,000 rubles. You just need to clearly understand why you are buying tires. If you are traveling for work, hunting, fishing, etc., then in each case you need to correctly understand where to go, on what road, at what time of year and in what weather. Otherwise, you can either get stuck or ruin tires that are clearly not suitable for certain conditions.

Often, some even experienced tire drivers install good tires, kill them on the asphalt, and then scold them on all forums for their weak tread. Unfortunately, driving experience and understanding are not the same thing.

What is good in mud, and even in snow, can be 100% useless on ice and clean asphalt. The specification of each set of tires for Niva cars is very unique. But we tried to talk in general terms about what is most suitable and for what purposes. So that when you buy tires for Niva, you get exactly the result on the road that you wanted to see. And don’t forget that no less depends on driving skill than on tires, no matter how much they cost.

Niva is one of the few Russian cars that can even participate in prestigious rally races. Therefore, considerable experience has been accumulated. Cars of this model perform quite well in the toughest off-road races.

One of the Niva’s greatest successes was 2nd place in the 1983 Paris-Adjir-Dakar rally. A year earlier, another crew also received silver, and they took bronze in 1981.

Lada 4×4 performs quite well not only on mud, but also on sand, which becomes an obstacle for many Dakar crews. And the reason for this is the correct choice of tires. Perhaps it is precisely thanks to the versatility of the Niva and the ability to adapt it to different tires that athletes from many countries really like it.

Under normal standard conditions, the best wear resistance is shown by the most common domestic tires K-156-1 and Y-457. They managed to beat the expensive Dunlop Grandtrek AT2. And the point is not the poor quality of the latter, but the fact that the Dunlop tread turned out to be too shallow.

We managed to avoid obstacles on the road using the Kama-232. While on imported tires I had to seriously slow down. When braking on wet asphalt, the result is similar, not comforting for foreigners and pleasant for Kama tires. Having tried braking on dry asphalt and snow, we again found that the Kama copes better.

During testing, the car crawled out of mud and ditches better with the K-156-1. The worst in this ranking were the Ya-457s, but the Dunlops were quite good. They turned out to be the best in braking on snow and ice, leaving domestic models far behind. So the foreigners have completely rehabilitated themselves by showing good statistics for the winter.

We wish you to successfully cope with any off-road conditions and not end up with your Niva in places from which you can’t get out on any tires without a tractor. Good luck on the roads!

In general, there are many videos about the correct choice of tires not only for the Niva, but also for SUVs in general. You can find one of these videos below:

Every part of the machine requires attention. When it comes to maintaining it, we don’t just mean systematic checks of oil and water levels. The truth is that there are many aspects to take care of, and tires are one of the most important. Choosing the right tires for your car can be a difficult task, especially if you don’t know what the modern market offers and what tires you need. Tires can be purchased from dealers, in specialized stores, in online stores; it is important to pay attention to factors such as product brand, presentation, quality, price, reliability.

Choosing the right tires for Niva is not an easy task

An even more serious choice faces you if you are the owner. As practice shows, having a Niva or UAZ in your garage is not a guarantee that you will be able to conquer off-road terrain with this car. An important task is choosing the right off-road tires. How to properly put on car shoes? It is very difficult to choose tires without certain knowledge.

Standard design size

Before choosing wheels and tires for a Niva 4x4 with a diameter of R16, you need to carefully study the sizes of their standard, factory wheels. From the factory, this car was produced on wheels with the following designation: 5Jx16, H2-ET = 58, DIA = 98, PCD = 5x139, 7.

The developments discussed in this article are encrypted with the following formula:

J - indicates that the structure can accommodate 5-inch tires. Depending on the manufacturer, the permissible size may differ by 1 inch up or down. The letter “J” indicates that the development has only one side.
16 - shows the diameter of the wheel rim assembly.
H2 - indicates that the wheel rim design has 2 hants (special protruding rings located on the edge of the rim). They are needed to ensure that tubeless tires are securely fixed, in particular when the force of the road surface moves on the working plane of the tire. They secure the tires during maneuverable turns and are mandatory on off-road rims.
ET - disc overhang size in mm. Of course, they are allowed to disdain, but only to a lesser extent and no more than 1 cm.
DIA is the diameter of the hub in millimeters.
PCD - indicates the number of holes for mounting the wheel and the diameter at which they are located.

As mentioned earlier, it is possible to install slightly larger or smaller structures on the Niva 2121, 21214. For example, the best choice would be tires from the American Chevrolet Niva prototype. They fit perfectly in the fastenings and also have acceptable dimensions.

Product size

Product characteristics:

0J x 15 ET = 48 - for stamped options;
5J x 15 ET = 40 - for the option with cast samples.

It is best to select the appropriate rim diameter after the car owner has decided on the choice of off-road tire for the Niva 4x4.

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Tire and wheel sizes for Niva

Any manufacturer gives clear instructions and recommendations on what tire size is suitable for a specific car brand. The factory size for Niva is 175/80 R16, but there is a selection of interchangeable parameters. When selecting tires for R16 wheels, car owners are faced with the problem of an insufficiently wide selection of tires. The most popular of them are 185/75 R16, 175/80 R16 or 215/65 R16. Often, as an alternative, SUV owners use R15 wheels for their car, which are installed on the Niva without additional modifications. Tires for R15 wheels have a much wider range. The maximum tire size for such wheels for Niva is 215/75 R15.

Let's consider such parameters as the radial size of the disk, the height and width of the tire.

As for the disk size for the Niva. Wheels of 15 and 16 inches can be installed on any car from the Niv family; they are interchangeable in mounting dimensions. On R15 tires, the Niva takes on a more stylish look; due to the smaller rim size, the car will be more comfortable on uneven roads.

Tire height. Installing smaller tires on a car will reduce ride quality and cause rapid wear. An increase in height will entail an increase in the load on the wheels and chassis of the car, and the car will become stiffer. Positive quality - the car's handling will improve, reactions to the steering wheel will become faster and clearer.

Increasing tire width has both pros and cons. Wide tires improve the contact of the tire with the road, increase the acceleration speed of the car, and the stability of the car. The disadvantages are that the sprung weight of the car increases, fuel consumption increases, and the price category of such tires is much higher.

What is the optimal wheel diameter for off-road driving on a domestic SUV?

The best option for moving a vehicle off-road
The original Niva body can be called the one that has not been lifted. Especially in the version if it has “original” wheel arches installed. Basically, cars of this brand are equipped with VLI-5 tires. The indicators for off-road tires of the Niva 2121 brand are 175/80 R16. It should be noted that this type of rubber is not recommended from the best side. Experts have identified several disadvantages that you should pay attention to before purchasing new components:

When driving at high speeds above 60 km/h, especially on smooth asphalt, noise occurs.
This tire is not recommended for installation on cars in winter. Any product loses its performance properties. The elasticity of the rubber is significantly reduced, which has an adverse effect on the car when driving on the highway, opening up high speeds.
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Poor directional control is observed.

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However, despite all these negative qualities, there are a number of advantages.

The main advantages include the following:

Easy off-road/wet asphalt driving.
Availability.
Model range of components.

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Motorists are offered many analogues to ensure safety at any time of the year. Among the huge assortment, it is important to find the appropriate components that will improve directional stability on a dirt road or asphalt.

Types of SUV tires

Niva is a car that has a relatively low price, excellent cross-country ability, and is suitable for driving in any conditions. Niva tires have a wide range. Before purchasing and choosing tires, you need to decide for what purpose you are using your car.

Let's highlight two categories: the first - you use the Niva in exclusively urban conditions, then you need to choose tires for highway use, the second - mud tires for impassable roads.

Tires that are labeled Highway Terrain (H/T) and High Performance (H/P) are classified as tires suitable for driving on asphalt. Such tires are installed by car owners of premium cars that are practically never used in off-road conditions.

All Terrain (A/T) tires are considered universal tires. The tread pattern of these tires has bulky blocks that separate wide channels, which accompanies the self-cleaning of the wheels and increases the level of cross-country ability. When driving on asphalt with such tires, the noise level may increase slightly.

Tires marked Mud Terrain (M/T) are mud tires intended for poor quality dirt roads or off-road use. The tread of such tires is distinguished by powerful patterns and large grooves, which contributes to a high level of self-cleaning. Such tires are practically unsuitable for driving on asphalt. High noise level, low speed, lack of comfort in driving the car, rapid tire wear - these are only some of the shortcomings of this rubber when driving in urban conditions.

Tires with a rough tread pattern are excellent for driving in off-road conditions, increase the cross-country ability of a car, but are actually not suitable for driving around the city, reducing the comfort and controllability of the car.

List of the best winter tires for Niva

The purchase of winter tires should be based on the area of use of the vehicle. If the machine is used primarily for hunting and fishing, you will need an aggressive model installed on standard stampings. Serious lugs combined with rolled steel provide decent grip and minimal likelihood of damage to the sidewall when hitting an obstacle.

If you use a car in urban conditions, there is no need to buy aggressive winter tires. Here it is better to use European-type winter models. Thanks to the 4x4 drive, the car quickly gets out of the way and does not slip on ice. And if you put it on alloy wheels, it will add an excellent appearance.

The most popular solutions for 3 and 5 door Niva on the market are the following tires:

KAMA Euro LCV;
Rossava LTW;
Good Year Cargo Ultra Grip;
NOKIAN WRC3;
Gislaved Nord Frost 100;
Kumho KW 7400.

Is it necessary to install studded tires on a Niva?

The choice of tire type depends on the area where the vehicle is used.
When asking whether it is necessary to install studs on a Niva, you should refer to the use of a car. If driving is carried out in the city, where the roads are normally cleaned and there are no strong sweeps, installing studded versions is unprofitable. Thanks to all-wheel drive, the car velcros out even from difficult sections of the road. It's another matter when the car is racing in deep snow. Here the presence of metal inserts will not be unnecessary.

What is better: summer - winter or all-season?

When choosing a tire, you must be guided by the weather conditions in which the tires will be used. They are made from different materials.

For winter, soft rubber is used, resistant to sub-zero temperatures, which has a high level of grip on icy and wet roads.

Summer tires are made from durable hard rubber, which is resistant to high temperatures.

All-season tires consist of chemical compounds that reach average parameters, which guarantee adequate density in summer and grip on slippery roads in winter. All-season tires have a characteristic tread structure that allows you to cope with snow in winter and ensures safety in conditions of heavy rain or icy roads. A special all-season tire for an SUV can really make your car a universal vehicle, but at the same time the fuel consumption of the car will increase, the dynamics and comfort will decrease when driving on asphalt, and tire wear will accelerate.

The most acceptable option for harsh winters is the option of winter - summer tires according to the season. in severe frosts they can behave inappropriately and you need to drive very carefully.

Amtel is a company that specializes in all-season tires for SUVs. The tires are distinguished by a powerful tread that ensures vehicle stability, excellent road traction, and are effective in both snowy and rainy weather due to wide and deep grooves.

BF Goodrich is an American company. The range includes All Terrain T/A KO and Mud Terrain T/A KM models, which are suitable for Niva. Both models are designed for muddy, rocky, impassable roads. Thanks to the latest technologies, the tires of this company are additionally protected from punctures and impacts.

Michelin is a US tire company. The benchmark for off-road tires today is the BF Goodrich Macadam. It has a serrated tread that provides excellent maneuverability on slippery, difficult-to-pass dirt roads. Winter Michelin Latitude Alpins have proven themselves well in conditions of constant weather changes.

Maxxis International is a Taiwanese company and is one of the largest. Models M-8060 Trepador and MAXXIS MT-762 are perfectly adapted for mud roads, have an aggressive tread pattern, and self-clean well. The MT-753 and MA-751 models are designed with a special design that ensures a comfortable and safe ride both on paved roads and in light off-road conditions.

As you can see, the tire supply market today is diverse, and it is difficult to single out one leader. Tires from domestic manufacturers have an acceptable price range. If we talk about imported tires, then their pricing policy is much higher.

The behavior of the car on the road depends on the parameters of tires and wheels. The manufacturer suggests using tires and wheels of a certain size on the Niva, only in this case it provides a guarantee for the chassis and suspension.

Before changing the size of tires and wheels, consider all the pros and cons.

In what cases can you change tires that are not recommended by the manufacturer?

There is no way to buy typical size tires.
The desire to purposefully change the smoothness of movement and the car's response to handling to suit your driving style.
Choosing a cheaper option in order to save money.

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Absolutely every driver has at least once had the thought that it’s time to get bigger wheels. Because the stock Nyvka is, of course, good, but as they say - more wheels - more possibilities. Therefore, let’s figure out what a driver will have to face in order to install tires of a larger diameter and, in general, whether it’s worth doing. Here we will try to present everything as simply and clearly as possible, because looking for answers on forums is long and painful for many)) Because many people are absolutely not happy with driving))

Basically, here we will collect all your questions and answers to them.

Is it worth switching to 15-inch wheels?

I think you know that most tire drivers are switching from standard 16″ wheels to 15″ ones. For what? The answer is prosaic - the choice of tires with a 15″ fit is many times greater than for 16. That’s why they switch, because they want to install a meaner rubber, but with 16″ options the cat cried. No, of course, if you drive it, then leave the standard wheels. But I think you will soon feel that you should at least install Cordiant.

In general, then I’ll write a separate article about normal 16″ tires for the Niva. In the meantime, I recommend these cool “slippers” - they will fit on the Niva without modifications, row perfectly and you don’t need to think about buying 15 discs. Although the choice of 15 tires is simply gorgeous, here you will also find Goodrich, Mudrichi, Hankuki and other well-known mud tires.

What is the maximum tire size for a Niva without modifications (lift, cutting arches)?

If the car is new, then few people will want to cut the arches - this is a fact. So the answer is this: the maximum you can set is 215-75-R15. I have this one on my Shevik, which is stock, by the way. However, there’s an immediate counter-question here: what kind of wheels to take for these tires, because everything is right next to each other, and if you get smart about the takeoff, the tires will rub against the wheel arch liners. The answer is that you need to take wheels with an offset of 40, or at least 35.

So if you are looking to the side, then get ready to prepare the car, cut arches, lift, etc. Do you need it? An increase of 1.5 cm in ground clearance, and work per million. It makes sense to use 235 tires only when you are planning to seriously offroad. And if you simply want to put the biggest wheels possible on your Nivko without any modifications, then your choice is 215-75-R15.

What disc offset will be optimal for Niva chassis parts?

The basic rule is “wider and larger wheels - less offset”, but within reasonable limits. Because many people like to set the offset to zero and the car will be very unstable on sharp turns and big tires. Maintain balance))

Everything will depend on the size of the wheels. As you know, the factory recommendation is offset 58. Therefore, the closer the offset of your disk is to this indicator, the better. ET 58 is recommended because the wheels from the factory are very small; K-156 tires seem to be 185-75-16 in size. For such small wheels the reach is appropriate, maybe more.

Therefore, if you decide to change the stock wheels (and this is what 99 percent of drivers decide to do after their first rides), then you will have to take different wheels, with a smaller offset. Larger tire diameter means shorter disc offset. But you need to maintain a balance, strive to be closer to ET58. Why is this necessary? The answer is the closer the offset is to ideal, the better for your suspension and bearings.

And therefore, on wheels 205/70/R15 (most often they install tires in this size and do it right) you need wheels with an offset of 48. You can put thirty-fifths, but these will be better. The car will be intact.

Well, if you decide to set the maximum without modifications to 215/75/R15, then reduce the ET to 35 and it will be normal. If you put it on wheels with forty-eighth, there is a possibility of wiping.

I want to install 215/65/R16 tires - what wheels are suitable?

“Sneakers” of this size are considered almost ideal for a stock Niva - there is no need to take separate wheels, the dynamics are normal, the size is slightly larger than the standard one, there is no need to cut/lift anything. If you are not going to do much “bezdorov”, but purely for mushrooms, berries, fishing, hunting, and not particularly drilling, then the choice can be considered ideal.

As for the wheels, the answer is 40-45 offset, forty-five is better, of course. Closer to the recommended one is better for the machine. Put more and it will wipe with the steering wheel turned out.

Even more offroad.

Many car owners had in their garage a car like the Niva 2121, a wonderful passenger SUV. We fell in love with the Niva due to its cross-country ability and power. This vehicle is perfect for both city trips and rough terrain. Hunters, foresters and fishermen willingly travel on the Niva.

The car received respect and positive recommendations absolutely deservedly. A spacious interior, two drive axles and indifference to the road surface - this is what makes the Niva one of the best cars in the Russian automobile industry.

Thanks to the available transfer case, in low gear the car can navigate swampy and mountainous terrain perfectly. But it's not that simple. To drive through swamps and forests, you need to pay attention to such a factor as wheels.

This article describes their correct selection for driving in certain conditions, as well as what wheel size for the Niva 21214 is most optimal for Russia. What is needed first? To choose the right size 2121, it is worth remembering that the behavior of the car while driving directly depends on the wheels and tires.

Eventually

Instead of standard tires, you can put more serious tires on the Niva. It is possible to install off-road mud tires without modifications, and it will be quite bearable, but it is possible to make a lift and some other modifications to the suspension and install real off-road tires on the Niva, after which off-road driving will become a pleasure.

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Standard wheel sizes for Niva 2121

According to the standard, the wheel size for the Niva 2121 is R16, with a rim offset of 58 millimeters. Smaller wheels, for example R15, are also widely in demand.

R15 is installed mainly in cases where the car is operated in mountainous areas. The large thickness of the rubber prevents damage to the disc and provides excellent shock absorption when stones get under the wheels or when they fall into a hole or pothole.

Wheels from Chevrolet Niva are perfect for the Niva 2121. In this case, no modifications are required. Thanks to the installation of wheels from the specified model, the choice of tires increases, and the car will look stylish.

What cars are rims suitable for the Niva?

“Niva” is a special car of the Russian concern, however, when producing many units in Russia, specialists try to adhere to some kind of unification in order to ensure the maintainability of vehicles, ease of tuning, and also reduce the cost of the finished product, which will affect the formation of prices for the consumer.

The Chevrolet-Niva joint production has the same data as the VAZ 2121. In addition, all previous generations of the SUV may well act as donors of auto parts for the latest models, including rims.
The Gorky Automobile Plant, which has an even richer history than AvtoVAZ, was the first to produce a bolt pattern, which the developers later adopted for the Niva. Thus, wheels from the famous Volga GAZ 31024 will also fit easily on a domestic SUV. However, over the years, steel tends to wear out, and before using the old wheel, you need to carefully measure the fit size, since it could become a little larger, which will not allow the wheel to be securely fastened to the hub.
Oddly enough, the Niva has the same wheel mounting parameters as some cars of the Japanese concern Suzuki, which produces a number of models with off-road qualities, which in appearance and technical characteristics are strongly reminiscent of the Russian competitor. This means that rims from models such as Suzuki Eskudo and Suzuki Jimni are perfectly adapted for use on the VAZ 2121 without any modifications to the landing platform.

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Refinement can mean either additional drilling of the wheel rim using a milling machine if the wheel has a smaller drill, or rearranging the solid hub to another, more suitable bolt pattern. You should be aware that cutting off the studs and then installing them in a different order using welding is extremely dangerous for the further operation of the vehicle.

The Niva has long become a cult car among Russians, but this was largely due to its low cost. This means that too expensive tuning of this brand is at least impractical, because really high-quality exclusive wheels with a radius of R16, complete with huge high-profile tires, can cost up to 25-35% of the base price of the car itself, while they are not insured by anyone from damage or theft, which can be a heavy loss for the owner.

Rims

When tuning a Niva, you should limit yourself to domestically produced products of 16 radius, at a cost not exceeding 5 thousand rubles. for each wheel. The best brands here can be companies such as Grizzly, Slik, KiK and others, the price of which, even in a forged version, rarely exceeds 3-6 thousand rubles. per wheel. But, based on practice, most car enthusiasts still prefer to install Grizzly wheels on Niva.

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Installation of high profile wheels on a VAZ 2121

If you want to put large wheels on the Niva, but without cutting the arches, R15 wheels with sizes 215-75 are perfect. The tire offset should be no more than 40 millimeters, otherwise the wheel arch liners will become unusable due to the tire scraping the plastic. Therefore, the wheel size for the Niva 2121 without cutting the arches is only 215-75 and with a radius of 15 inches.

It is possible to install a larger radius, but it is worth choosing the size of the disk and tire in proportion to each other, in order to avoid their grinding against the wheel arch liners and damage to the wheel itself.

Where is rubber made?

Which plant produces rubber?
The production of special lifting kits is carried out in Tolyatti. Thanks to these developments, the wheel axle is reduced to as much as 40 mm. Installing this tire size on the Niva 2121 is very easy and simple. This procedure can be performed independently without the help of specialists.

After completing the work, it is not recommended to touch the shock absorbers and springs. This action will not help in adjusting the required tire size on the Niva 2121 car. After all, in fact, the product will not provide the expected power and speed.

Note!

To prevent the wheels from coming off in the middle of the road, you need to use special spacers. They are created using aluminum.

With this improvement, the hub assembly will have an increased load. For this reason, experienced auto mechanics recommend installing hubs that have double-row bearings in the steering knuckle. Despite the ease of installation, it will require certain material costs for the purchase of rubber and related spare parts.

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Lifting kit:

cross rod;
upgraded spring cups;
spring spacers;
reinforced longitudinal rods;
spacers for the ball joint.

If you install this kit correctly, the shock absorbers and springs will fit as they should.

But this does not end with just installing this kit. To ensure a comfortable/safe ride, some replacements still need to be made. The manufacturer recommends that Niva car owners replace the front or rear gearbox pairs if they are damaged. If they come from the factory at 3.9, then in the future you need to set them to 4.44. This option increases the acceleration dynamics. Consequently, the additional load on the motor and clutch is reduced.

Effect of wheel and tire sizes

Depending on what size 2121″ is installed, the characteristics of movement can change dramatically, and an important factor is understanding what is generally required from the machine. By increasing the wheel diameter, qualities such as car style, road holding, comfort when driving on a flat surface and control accuracy will improve.

The only downside of the increased diameter is driving on a dirt or rocky road: the Niva will shake and create inconvenience for the driver and passengers. By increasing the wheel width, all of the above qualities will be repeated, and the vehicle’s grip on the road and noise absorption will also improve.

The negative point when using wide wheels is the increase and also the fuel consumption will be higher. So you should choose the wheel size for the Niva 2121 carefully and take into account the terrain where the car will be used.

Installation and operation of larger wheels

In order to install large wheel sizes on the Niva 2121, it is worth considering that the car will have to undergo some modification. To begin with, it is worth making some play by replacing the springs. To lift the Niva 2121, springs from the Chevrolet Niva are perfect. It is also worth making spacers for the springs. We should not forget about ball ones.

Standardly installed ball joints are subject to rapid failure when the wheels are enlarged. It's best to have them made to order. Well, the final installation factor is cutting the arches.

The arches should be cut taking into account the depreciation of the car while driving. If the car will drive through forests and mountains, the arches should be cut 100-150 millimeters more than the wheel itself. When driving around the city, 80-100 millimeters is enough.

After installing high-profile wheels, your car will change dramatically in both design and ride quality. In what direction the changes will occur, for the worse or for the better, depends only on the correctness of the installation itself.

Absolutely all car owners have repeatedly had the idea that it’s time to change the wheels and install something bigger. Or as they say, the classic Niva is good, but large wheels give it more real possibilities. But before installation, it’s worth figuring out whether such a change would be rational and whether it’s worth making.

The original wheels on sixteenth wheel rims do not look very attractive and are of little satisfaction to Niva owners. Many people solve this issue by switching from 16-inch to 15-inch wheels. For what? The answer is very simple - 15 seat tires are much easier and easier to find than any other. No, of course, if you can stay on the original Kame Flame tires and leave the original wheels. Many people recommend using K-139 tires for the Niva; it will cope with all tasks perfectly, and you will not need to change 16 to 15 inches.

If you decide to go with the latter option, then consider:

1) Goodrich. 2) Mudrich. 3) Hankuk.

If the car is new, then few people will dare to perform any technical manipulations, so manufacturers and technicians recommend installing 215-75-P15. At the same time, you should take forties or at least 35 discs, smaller ones will be irrational.

So if you have your eye on another tire, then be prepared to change the arches, install a lift, change the main pairs. The increase in ground clearance will be small, but you will put maximum effort into the installation. An increase of 1.5 cm in ground clearance, and work per million. It makes sense to install smaller tires only when you engage in professional off-road driving.

Mud tires on the field.

M/T tires.

Mud tires of the classic type, have a convex and large tread pattern, lugs are located on the sides, very light, the car will move smoothly off-road. It is recommended to install it if you will be traveling more than half of the way on mud roads, and only a few not more than 10% on the highway, because it wears out quickly.

I-569 Medved.

These economy type tires are from a Russian manufacturer, the cost starts from 4 thousand. For installation, you do not need to adjust the arches to the tire parameters. The model can give a head start to competitors from other countries used for any car. Suitable for winter driving: the car moves smoothly on snowy roads. Driving on summer asphalt and ice is not allowed: the car is difficult to control on these surfaces. One size available - 235/75 P15 (approximately 30 inches).

Coordinate of Road.

A rational option for a domestic car. It is acceptable if cars move on any type of road and through mud. Can be used as an alternative to Goodrich. The car moves well on asphalt, but for such tires it is necessary to “lift” the car a little, as a result it will be possible to use 225/75 P16.

Hancock Dunarpo MT RT03.

A very successful and rational option. Niv is especially popular among owners. Size 235/75 P15 will cost about 5 thousand rubles. But for it it is necessary to make a lift of several centimeters.

Hancock Dunarpo MT RT03 is a good option for those who will not often go out on dirt. Does not wear out much on the road, feels good off-road, but with such tires it is better to avoid clay roads. The car drives smoothly and has good maneuverability.

It is worth remembering that it is advisable to use mud tires only in the summer, since when it is minus outside, they become hard and it becomes extremely difficult to drive a vehicle.

What tires are recommended for Niva 4x4

The question of what tires to put on a Niva 4x4 is a pressing issue among many motorists. For such purposes, special samples are selected. Their main condition is the width, which will be slightly more than half the width of the product. For example, for a structure with a width of 10 centimeters, a tire measuring 12.5 inches is suitable.

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Choosing tires for a Niva 4x4

Such criteria are selected taking into account the fact that when driving off-road, the air from the product will gradually be released, while increasing the width of the rubber on the sides. This impact is of great importance, as it increases the contact surface of the Niva 4x4 wheel and provides the vehicle with better traction.

Of course, nothing prevents you from installing off-road tires on narrower rims. But at the same time, the width of the rubber will decrease and the contact plane will also decrease. Although such a change also has its advantages. For example, when driving on a hard dirt surface, narrower tires on a Niva 4x4 will hold the road better due to the larger protrusion of the treads. But when driving through a swamp or other similar soil, it will go worse than a rim with wide tires.

Note!

To install rims with flattened tires, you must install additional fasteners in advance - beadlocks. They will hold the products during any maneuvers, braking and slipping. A cheaper fixing option is to put the tires on a sealant. But this method is very unreliable.

Road tires for the field.

K 156-1.

If you drive mainly on asphalt, then this model will be the most rational; it is designed for driving on the highway or in the countryside. Of course, if we are talking about moving in mud, as a rule, such bald tires fly through any mud, since maneuvering in mud is still worth it with geared models.

Advantages of road tires K 156-1.

1) Improved appearance (the car looks strict and restrained). 2) Improved road grip when braking. 3) Tire service life has increased significantly. 4) The car drives smoothly. 5) The risk of damaging the wheel when it falls into a hole has been reduced.

Disadvantages of road tires K 156-1.

1) Fuel consumption will increase slightly. 2) A slight increase in noise level. 3) The car maneuvers poorly at speed and during turns.

Belshina VLI-10.

Size: 175/85Р16. Speed index: 150 km/h. Loading index: 510 kg. Weight: 11700 gr. Tread depth cm: 0.78

Car owners may remember Belshinov's VLI-10 models from USSR times. Today, these tires can be a worthy competitor to modern analogues, however, with them the car is not entirely maneuverable after rain, when the asphalt is still wet, and the braking distance is longer compared to other models. The tires perform well during summer trips and during turns; it is easy for the driver to find the necessary driving algorithm.

Price for tires for the Niva (2016).

Prices for tires for Niva depend on the following factors:

1) Manufacturer. 2) Seasonality. 3) Class. 4) Dimension. 5) Place of purchase. 6) Condition of the tires (new, used).

When choosing tires, give preference only to proven and popular manufacturers. After all, it often happens that in the pursuit of savings, quality is lost, rubber quickly wears out and requires replacement. As a result, you will spend more money because you will buy 2 cheap sets rather than one expensive one.

Let's look at the most popular options and their average prices.

VLI-10

— price 160 dollars (set price).
Kama-232
- price 131 dollars (set price).
K-156-1 Niva 4x4
- $80 (set price).
The price of one tire BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2
ranges from 100 to 160 dollars.
Cooper Discoverer CTT
tire starts from $100 to $120.
The price of a Bridgestone Dueler D 673
starts at $100.
Yokohama Geolandar MT
tires can be purchased for $80-110.
Hankuk Dynapro MT RT03
tires - will cost from $80.
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71
tire starts from $116-156.
Federal Couragia MT
tire will cost the buyer 110-120 dollars.
Tires I-569 Bear
- Driver in Russia can be purchased at a price of $80 per unit.
Cordiant off Road
tires starts at $72 per piece.

What tires should I put on the field in winter?

KShZ K-156-1 Niva 4×4: in winter, this model performed well while driving on an icy road, a little worse on compacted snow.

Coordinates of Polar SL. The price of one tire starts at $42. These tires are ideal when driving on ice or snowdrifts. The disadvantages include a decrease in technical performance in severe frost and at temperatures of minus four. Therefore, this model is not suitable for those drivers who like to “change their shoes” before the onset of the first frost. Because, otherwise, driving a car will be irrational, but as soon as it gets cold outside, this model will be simply irreplaceable.

Rubber is ideal for those who prefer to save money.

Kumho Aizen KV 22

Good cheap tires. When compared with popular analogues, this tire is twice the market value. Rubber with spikes, very impressive size models. As for the price, 215/65Р16 costs $46.

Advantages:

1) price; 2) good maneuverability on icy roads.

Flaws:

1) noise while driving; 2) spikes often fall out when compared with expensive competitors. But this will happen if you do not change the wheels in due time and use tires for driving on dry asphalt.

By saving here, you can lose a significant amount of studs per season, from 30 percent. For more expensive analogues, this percentage does not exceed three units.

What tires should I put on the field in the summer?

Of course, every car enthusiast who respects himself and his car should have at least two sets of wheels. For summer, AT class tires are better suited, which should be used more than 70 percent on the highway and only 30 percent on dirt roads. Therefore, it is advisable to combine these two points in rubber so that you can ride on the highway and go off-road.

Matador MP 71 Izarda.

This brand is a subsidiary of the German Continental, so the quality of these tires cannot raise any doubts. All Matadors collect only positive reviews from car owners and among comments on the Internet. Izarda will perform well on dirt roads and light off-road conditions. Well, on the highway the ride will be very comfortable.

Dunlop Grandtrek AT2.

Danlon tires will not disappoint even the most demanding car owner. True, they cost much more than their domestic counterpart. The tires are ideal for driving on wet asphalt, the braking distance is maximum, the car drives well both on a regular highway and on a country road.

Dunlop tires have improved the response of the Niva model range during turns, the characteristic delays have been eliminated: good grip properties, driving the car will be simple and comfortable. But sudden disruptions in gliding prevent the “rearrangement” from being performed. To stay in the required corridor, you will need to steer very intensely and efficiently. And this can only be done when the speed is no more than 50 km/h.

What is the size of tires on the field: minimum, standard, maximum?

From the very beginning, the Niva was equipped with 175/80 P16 tires (standard size), which had an off-road tread pattern with large lugs.

According to the test results that were carried out at the factories, tires are allowed to be used on modifications of VAZ-2121 models - 185 P16, 195/65 P15, 195/80 P15, 205/75 P15, 205/75 P15, 215/75 P15 and others " close" sizes.

If you do not take into account the dimensions during modifications, then the maximum tire size will be: 215/75 P15

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At a minimum, the wheels should be 31x10.5
so that the car can somehow move.

If we take into account the Chevrolet Niva, the minimum tire size is: 205/70R15, maximum: 205/75R16.

Wheel size for white Niva 4×4

Since 2006, a more advanced model of the VAZ 2121, the Lada 4×4, has become available to the population, which has plug-in all-wheel drive without locking the center differential clutch. Fans of the brand began to actively look for this modification, and more often in the traditional white color. Around this time, specialized wheels with the following characteristics began to be produced for it:

The main size installed in the basic configuration was stamped black wheels with parameters 5Jx16 ET58 5x139.7, which was suitable for tires with dimensions 175/80/R16. The central drilling and bolt pattern remained unchanged compared to models of previous years - the wheel was traditionally mounted on a hub with 5 studs of 139.7 mm each.
The owners of these cars often tried to change only the width of the seat on the rim for mounting the tire, and almost never changing the radius, because the target audience of the brand was completely defined - the SUV was used for its intended purpose. Thus, the most popular wheel sizes installed on Niva 4x4 are 6.5Jx15 ET15, 6.5Jx15 ET35, 7Jx15 ET15, 7Jx16 ET15, which corresponded to wheel widths of 185, 195, 2015, 215 and 225 mm, and the profile at the same time it remained within 75-80 mm for better cross-country ability.

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Exclusive wheels for Niva

Of course, every car owner wants not only stamped, but also alloy wheels for his white Niva, which, in principle, is available, since there are many domestically produced products on the market, and their cost starts from 3 thousand rubles.* In addition, A number of wheels are available in black or white, which perfectly matches the body color.

Also, car enthusiasts often turn to paint shops, where their alloy wheels are professionally painted by craftsmen in the required color both over the entire surface of the steel and locally. The driver just needs to drive the car, agree on a paint sketch with the designer or offer his own, for example, from a catalogue, designate the required color (usually black or white), and the next day pick up the finished product and use unique wheels.

Important!

During intensive use of the car under conditions of aggressive environmental influences, drivers should choose products made from alloys of the highest possible strength so that deformations do not appear on the discs over time, which will not only cause beating when driving, but may also be a consequence of suspension and brake failure. systems.