73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
211 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Falken FK452 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
19 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 — better wet, dry and treadwear. Pick the Falken FK452 if handling matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 GS-D2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | FK452 | Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 GS-D2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | FK452 | Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 GS-D2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | FK452 | Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 61 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 GS-D2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | FK452 | Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 64 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
FK452 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | FK452 | Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken FK452 | Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 76 |
| Dry | 82 | 85 |
| Wet | 72 | 81 |
| Comfort | 73 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 72 |
| Handling | 73 | 64 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Falken FK452 is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers impressive dry and wet grip, often rivaling premium brands at a significantly lower price point. While many users praise its predictable handling and value, a notable segment of owners reports issues with road noise, rapid tread wear, and soft sidewalls that can impact steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong dry and wet traction for spirited driving
- Predictable and progressive breakaway characteristics
- Attractive, aggressive tread pattern design
Cons
- High levels of road noise, often described as a 'hum' or 'bearing-like' sound
- Rapid and sometimes uneven tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feel or 'gelatinous' handling
- Lack of adequate rim protection
Observations
- Users with high-torque, rear-wheel-drive vehicles frequently reported faster rear tire wear and occasional traction loss under heavy acceleration.
- Owners of heavier vehicles (e.g., Audi A8, BMW 7 Series) noted that the soft sidewalls could lead to increased tramlining and less precise turn-in compared to stiffer premium alternatives.
- Some users observed that the tire width can run slightly narrower than other brands of the same nominal size, occasionally causing fitment or aesthetic concerns.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD2 receives a polarized reception, with users praising its wet weather performance and straight-line stability while criticizing its inconsistent handling characteristics and longevity. While some drivers find it a capable performance tire for both track and street use, others report significant issues with grip degradation over time and a lack of steering feedback.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Strong straight-line stability and highway comfort
- Effective performance for light track use and autocross
- Quiet operation compared to run-flat alternatives
Cons
- Significant loss of grip as the tread wears down
- Unpredictable or 'disconnected' steering feel in cornering
- Rapid tread wear reported by some performance-oriented drivers
- Lack of rim protection leading to potential wheel damage
Observations
- Owners of lightweight vehicles like the Suzuki Swift Sport and Mazda Miata report mixed experiences, with some noting premature hardening and loss of grip.
- BMW drivers report high satisfaction with wet-weather confidence and noise levels compared to OE run-flat tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken FK452 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Max Performance Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Falken
76
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 — better wet, dry and treadwear. Pick the Falken FK452 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Falken FK452 scores 73 vs 64 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 scores 81 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 scores 85 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2 scores 72 vs 69 on treadwear.
Tire A · Falken FK452
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D2
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.