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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Nexen N Fera SU4 vs Riken Maystorm 2 B 2 — 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.

Tire A Nexen

Nexen N Fera SU4

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Nexen N Fera SU4 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
94 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
87
Snow
76
Comfort
88
Noise
91
Treadwear
82
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Riken

Riken Maystorm 2 B 2

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Riken Maystorm 2 B 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
50/100
22 owner reviews
Dry
68
Wet
35
Snow
–
Comfort
57
Noise
–
Treadwear
52
Handling
54

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 23
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
91
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
68
Why this score
SourceN Fera SU4Maystorm 2 B 2
Tyre Reviews owners 91 68

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 52
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
87
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
35
Why this score
SourceN Fera SU4Maystorm 2 B 2
Tyre Reviews owners 87 35

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
76
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
–

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 31
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
88
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
57
Why this score
SourceN Fera SU4Maystorm 2 B 2
Tyre Reviews owners 87 57

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
91
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 30
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
82
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
52
Why this score
SourceN Fera SU4Maystorm 2 B 2
Tyre Reviews owners 81 52

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 26
A — Nexen N Fera SU4
80
B — Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
54
Why this score
SourceN Fera SU4Maystorm 2 B 2
Tyre Reviews owners 80 54

Scores at a glance

Nexen N Fera SU4 vs Riken Maystorm 2 B 2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryNexen N Fera SU4Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
Relative Score 85 51
Dry 91 68
Wet 87 35
Snow 76 –
Comfort 88 57
Noise 91 –
Treadwear 82 52
Handling 80 54

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Nexen N Fera SU4

The Nexen N Fera SU4 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly summer tire that punches well above its price point. Users consistently praise its impressive wet and dry traction, low noise levels, and superior ride comfort compared to more expensive premium brands. While it is not a dedicated track tire, it serves as an excellent daily driver option for those seeking a balance of performance and economy.

Pros

  • Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
  • Strong, predictable grip in both wet and dry conditions
  • High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Good longevity for daily commuting and highway driving

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls can lead to a lack of precision during aggressive cornering
  • Performance significantly degrades in near-freezing or snowy conditions
  • Occasional reports of sidewall bulges or premature wear under heavy use
  • Not suitable for high-performance track applications

Observations

  • Drivers of heavy vehicles or hot hatches noted that the soft sidewalls can cause a 'rolling' sensation during spirited cornering.
  • Users on luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus, Audi) frequently highlighted the tire's ability to significantly reduce road noise and improve ride quality over stock premium tires.
  • Some owners of high-torque vehicles reported faster tread wear on the front axle compared to lighter, standard passenger cars.
Tire B Riken Maystorm 2 B 2

The Riken Maystorm 2 B2 is widely regarded by users as a budget-tier tire that offers acceptable performance in dry conditions but presents significant safety concerns in wet weather. The consensus among reviewers is that the tire suffers from rapid tread wear, poor wet-surface traction, and unpredictable handling, leading many to label it a false economy despite its low initial purchase price.

Pros

  • Low initial purchase price
  • Adequate grip and handling on dry pavement
  • Generally quiet operation

Cons

  • Dangerous lack of traction in wet or damp conditions
  • Extremely rapid tread wear and short lifespan
  • Poor braking performance
  • Unpredictable handling and lack of driver confidence

Observations

  • Users driving heavier vehicles, such as the Citroen DS5, reported accelerated tread wear and poor performance compared to expectations.
  • Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles like the Toyota Aygo and Yaris noted a 'floaty' or unstable feeling at highway speeds.
  • Owners of electric vehicles, such as the Renault Zoe, reported that the tire's lack of grip was particularly hazardous given the vehicle's torque characteristics.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Nexen N Fera SU4 B · Riken Maystorm 2 B 2
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Nexen

Riken

Winner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 87 vs 35 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 88 vs 57 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 82 vs 52 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 80 vs 54 on handling.

Tire A · Nexen N Fera SU4
Tire B · Riken Maystorm 2 B 2

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.