Kenda KOMET PLUS KR23 review
The Kenda Komet Plus KR23 is a polarizing budget-tier tire that receives highly inconsistent feedback from users. While some drivers appreciate its affordability and durability for basic city commuting, a significant portion of the user base reports dangerous handling characteristics, particularly regarding wet-weather traction and unpredictable grip levels.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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59%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 24 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Kenda Komet Plus KR23 is a polarizing budget-tier tire that receives highly inconsistent feedback from users. While some drivers appreciate its affordability and durability for basic city commuting, a significant portion of the user base reports dangerous handling characteristics, particularly regarding wet-weather traction and unpredictable grip levels.
Pros
- Highly competitive price point
- Good tread life and durability for casual city driving
- Quiet operation reported by some users
- Adequate performance for low-speed, non-performance commuting
Cons
- Poor and unpredictable wet-weather traction
- High noise levels and vibration issues at highway speeds
- Significant loss of grip during cornering or hard braking
- Concerns regarding structural integrity and heat buildup
Worth knowing
- Users driving smaller, lighter city cars report mixed experiences, with some finding them sufficient and others citing dangerous loss of control.
- Drivers of vehicles with higher torque or those used for motorway driving frequently report poor handling, increased fuel consumption, and excessive heat generation.
- Performance-oriented or heavier vehicles appear to struggle significantly with the tire's sidewall flex and lack of grip under load.