All Hype? - BFG KO2's - 6 month review - Pros and Cons
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- BFG KO2's - 6 month review - Pros and Cons - Watch Before Buying!
In this video I review the BF Goodrich KO2's. I've had them for about 6 months now, and go over my experiences with them, and what I consider their strengths and weaknesses. I plan to test them even more in the coming months and provide updated feedback if applicable.
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Excellent & fair review. I originally wanted to put the Falken Wildpeak AT3W on my Subaru but they didn't make a small enough size so I got the KO2s instead. I have never run any other AT tire so I have nothing to compare to, but after 2½ years of running KO2s, here are my impressions:
• Huge leap in offroad performance compared to high quality all-season tires (but probably true of any AT tire)
• Can handle airing way down which very noticeably increases traction even further on rocks, dirt, sand, and snow. I regularly run them at 15 psi and have never lost a bead or suffered wheel damage.
• Fabulous in fresh snow. If there's at least an inch or two of fresh, unpacked snow, and the tires are aired down, it's like driving a snowmobile...grippy and controlled.
• Less impressive on packed-down snow such as streets and highways that have been driven on.
• No benefit on ice...they seem to slip just as much as an all-season tire. I drove over the same icy highway as Meagan that same day and could barely keep the Forester going in a straight line.
• On the heavy side. Probably less of an issue if you're driving a reasonably powerful truck but noticeable on my little car, and has impacted MPGs.
• I have not experienced issues with rain (and I get plenty of opportunities living in western Oregon) BUT that may be down to the fact that my car is underpowered and probably just doesn't have enough oomph to break 'em loose. :-)
• Zero punctures or failures of any sort in 2½ years of extensive backcountry travel over all kinds of terrain including lots of sharp spiky lava and other rock
• A little noisier than my previous all-season tires, but to be expected and a fair tradeoff for increased trail performance
Would I buy these for my Forester again? Yes. Would I consider trying another brand of AT tire? Also yes. I feel there is very little that disappoints about the KO2, but also imagine other AT tires would provide similar performance for perhaps less cost and/or less weight.
I quit at “Subaru” lmao
@@oldrango883 Yet ya still commented.
@@oldrango883 you'd be surprised at how capable his subaru is. A lot of it has to do with the driver's ability, but that car has been through some very rough spots
@@KrokemOutdoors I would have never thought that Subarus would have the legit off road following and market that they do. I drive a Forester as a work vehicle (and own a newer 2500HD diesel as a personal vehicle). While I don’t think I’d purchase a Subaru for myself, that little tin can is bomb proof. I drive that thing like a rented mule.
@@oldrango883 you should watch some of Donald's videos. You would be amazed at some of the places he has been. Or you can be ignorant. 🤷🏼♂️
Holy guacamole this video is such a step up from your previous ones I just want to let you know on a very positive note this is one of the best videos I think I've seen you put out in a long time The editing the transitions the audio overlay everything is so damn good. How much respect sir.
I appreciate it man! Planning to keep the quality at this level or better as I keep practicing. Cheers 👊
Very informative and in line with my experience. I have KO2s on my 2017 Tacoma TRD and they have been awesome in all types of weather. Probably their weakest area is mud but I try and avoid those conditions anyway. Snow, highway and forest service roads are where they excel. Thanks Edward!
Thank you, Edward, for your honest review. I am in the market for tire replacement on my 2016 Jeep Compass. The present tires, Kumho, have been on the vehicle since my buying the Compass in 2017 and there's still a safe amount of tread left. They have provided excellent performance and gas mileage. I don't know if Kumho makes a more aggressive tire like your KO2's. The KO2's seem to be very popular with overland campers and I did have them on a 2005 Ford Sport Trac. I commuted to and from a job from San Bernardino up to over 5000 feet elevation. In the winter snow and ice conditions I never experienced any difficulties with my commute. Happy New Year to you and yours; your baby is precious. Take care and be safe.
Which Kumho tire exactly???
I had Ko's on my 79 Scout II, Fantastic up in the hills on snow a number of times I had to air down to 10 pounds in freezing cold. No air pump so I waddled back into town some 30 miles. Only drove under 30mph with the tires this low and never had a bead break. Also they have computer designed tread so considering their fairly aggressive tread they were very quite on the highway. No they are not mudder tires. But for back country exploring they are fantastic. In the mountains on sidehills that have had slope slippage you don't want big fat soft tires. You are already leaning over, staring down a 2000 foot cliff. They are still my go to off-road venturing tire.
Happy Holidays to your family!!! I honestly still have my old BFG's on my FJ. It was my second set. I got around 65,000 out of first set so I stuck with them. Will get KO's next time because I heard they stopped making original BFG.
Your rig is a beauty... 33" to 35" tires makes all the world a difference. That really sucks what happened to her and her van, she's lucky to have survived that accident. I just went backpacking up in the Baldy range this last weekend in a snow storm, check it out. Thank you for sharing. Take care Edward. Have a safe and Happy New Year.
I love the way you outfitted your Tundra. It just looks so rugged and bad ass.
Just got my 295/70 Falcon Wildpeaks on my rig. Looking good bro. I also ordered the C4 Overland bumper and it will be ready in early March. Happy New Year.
Used to run KO2’s exclusively on my rigs until I tried the Falken Wildpeak AT3W’s. I find the the Falken’s much better in mud and snow and are quieter. My new fav tire.
Same here
Same here. I have the falken wildpeaks on my Sequoia. They are amazing. I've found my forever tire as long as they keep making them.
Agreed I find the Falkens a better performer in the dirt/gravel an snow up here in Alberta, I used to run KO2s, and the Terra grapplers. Plus the Falkens look cool
Yeah but good luck finding them right now....back ordered
I use this on my Tacoma too. Love it in the snow!
3 years on my ko2's and I love them. Tough tires.
I had k02s for 3 years. I liked them for the first 2 winters I felt like I could go through any kind of snow. During the 3rd season I was sliding all over the place. I now use Wrangler Duratracs and they are much better for the winter. I drive a 2017 GMC Canyon 4x4
I've run the K02s on my Tacoma for a couple of years. General thoughts mirror your experiences: Fairly quiet tire, durable on the forest roads (no worries), seem to be long lasting. I live in British Columbia and switched out to a dedicated snow tire Nov - Mar/Apr for concerns around ice and wet snow/slush that is part of winter here. This give me extra assurance of traction in winter and does prolong the life of the KO2s by having them off the truck 1/3 of the year. Wintertime I tend to be on the paved roads so the softer tread of a winter tire isn't a liability and do appreciate the tough tread and sidewalls of the K02 the rest of the year.
Really enjoyed the KO2’s on my Tacoma TRD Off-Road. When I traded it in for a Tundra Limited, decided to have the dealer also replace the stock tires with KO2’s. Drove home with a new truck & new tires. My wife's Tacoma TRD Sport is slated for KO2's next, with raised white lettering to compliment the "sports" look.
I've used BFG all terrains before on my truck back 10 years ago and I liked them buy they've gotten more expensive these days, specially with the KO2. I switched to Falken Wildpeak on my 80's land cruiser two years ago and I've really been impressed with them off road and on and also in the rain.
Edward. I have watched many videos doing tires research and yours was by far the most honest and detailed. I really appreciated the views and the text notes as you went along. The real life scenarios and experiences were great.
What suspension / lift set up are you running and what is the overall height of your truck?
I used to run KO2s. When the Falken Wildpeaks came out I switched to those due to my tire shop not having the KO2s. So far, I am very pleased with both tires. I have stuck to the Wildpeaks for price reasons and noise. I feel the Wildpeaks do not have as much road noise as the KO2s. But both tires I feel are very comparable
Oh, and it is great peace of mind to know your family is riding on quality tires.
The prices on the AT3W’s are climbing; they’re priced than many other options including KO2’s now in some sizes.
@@Icutmetal sadly, they are climbing in price.
Amazing ! Love the video , very detailed , so many questions answered . My question is which one do you prefer nitto ridge gaplers or ko2’s?
Love you set up. just got a Tundra and watching videos like yours makes me want to get into overlanding so much more
Do it if you can, Mike. Words can’t explain the satisfaction it brings 👍
you are now my favorite channel. I watch and subscribe to numerous overlanding channels but the disappointing aspect to them is they are either Tacomas or jeeps or other vehicles, but not full size rigs. I have 2014 Chevy Silverado Z71 crew cab and lets just say it is very difficult to get all the good stuff from manufacturers for my rig. Very limited indeed unless you have Tundra or Ram. SO your reviews of products that do fit full size rigs is what keeps me on your channel. Keep it coming and as always great video
Thanks Paul!
Great review. KO's were on my short list but ended up going with wildpeaks. I think the Toyo and Falken AT3 are very comparable to the KO's. Differences are more than likely vehicle dependent.
The video's opening scenes and soundtrack are terrific. Nicely done.
Thank you Steve!
Love my KO2s. Had them now for about 9 months 👍🏻👍🏻
These tires scored a 99/100 on the ice test in northern Canada. I love these tires. I live on the northeast corner of Washington state on the Canadian border where we have some pretty crazy winter driving conditions. Mt wife runs them on her tacoma and we have yet to be disappointed. Today we hit a patch of black ice and the broke loose for a second but then got another grip and got us around the corner safely. I really do love them in snow/ice and mud. Great video by the way
I live in Alaska and was thinking of putting these on my maverick with a 2 inch lift. Good to know they do well on snow and ice. Trying to avoid buying a second pair of winter tires like I traditionally have for my other rigs.
I have KO2s on my Tundra as well. The forest roads here are littered with the sharpest volcanic rock imaginable, but not a single puncture yet! Love these tires.
C or E load rating?
2016 Tacoma with my bfg ko2's after 2 years 4 months . Horrible in the rain , heavy tire and the wear went very quickly . Switching to a Falken AT3 W 285//70R17 lighter , better in the rain , better gas mileage . All my buddies run these on there lifted Tacoma and they love them .
Appreciate the video👍I’ve had Ko2’s on my F150 coming up 6yrs. So time to replace them. Going to the same brand. $325? Wow! Looking forward for the border to open up. If I was the buy those tires in Vancouver I’m looking at around $600 Can. $487 US.
Hi Edward. I have watched a few of your camping excursion videos and truly appreciate your good natured personality.. "Keep on cruising, and stay wild, and free !!
Thank you Steven!!
Great, straightforward review (with great visuals)!
Merry Christmas to you, your wife and your new daughter. Wish you in the best of health and and a new getaway with the whole family in the coming year to come.
Thank you Glenn, Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you as well
Hope to see you on the road sometime.🤗🤗🤗
I liked mine at first. I used them on my work truck for my Forestry Company in the PNW. I track on about 30,000 miles a year. Towards the end of their life cycle they would hold rocks that would drill through the compound in the sipes and cause unexpected punctures. They where awesome the first 20,000 miles though. They didn't do well in mud. I prefer Goodyear Duratracs.
Just subscribed, love the video! I have an 18 Tundra crew max on 35's and getting ready to get ICON stage 8. How much are you using the CDCV and is it worth the extra cost in your opinion?
4:05 That exhaust note 😍
I have probably twenty years with the different versions of this tire. Currently have three year old KO2 on mt F150. The only con I would give them is that they are a harder tire compound which does harden with age which does effect the performance on wet pavement starting from a stopped position especially heading up grades. They are definitely heavy but how else you going to build a tire to air down to fifteen and go rock crawling. Thats like saying my framing hammer should be as light as my tack hammer. I have never had a flat with these tires. They get harder with age and the road noise follows this. Costco is the place to get these if you are comfortable doing your own rotation and such. Last set of 32's for the truck were under a thousand installed five hundy cheaper than Discount or Shwab
Great tires. Ran them for years when I had my Jeeps.
Thank you for taking the time to post this video. It was quite informative. As I'm just seeing it now a year and a half later, any update on Megan? I hope she is back on the road.
Your interest in being objective is apparent, producing an articulate and high quality video that can be relied upon, not to mention the film-making expertise. Good job.
“Rocky roads without marshmallows...” 🤣🤣🤣
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Have these on my bronco, lower noise than I expected, great off road and in the snow, I did not pay as much as some of the other major brands, overall BFG a/t k02 I highly recommend 👍
Love my KO2s. FWIW I am rocking the stock tire size on my taco and have not noticed a difference in gas mileage. Living in the desert I haven't really exposed them to snow or other winter conditions but they seem to handle dirt and rocks perfectly. I air down to 20psi on a stock 16" rim and tire size. Arizona didn't get much for a monsoon either so I can't comment on how they do in mud.
They are also not noticeably louder on the highway (again, stock truck, stock tire size). They do seem to be one of the most expensive tires in the stock size for my taco.
Can't wait to overland just purchased a 2020 f250 6.7 powerstroke 10speed transmission I've already installed Deck for storage and leitner bedrack coming in feb ,just by watching your channel is giving us a heads up and ideas for our future adventures.
MERCED California..
Congrats! 👊
Big KO fan boy here I must admit. After having a set that had 80,000 on them outperform my mud terrains in the snow and ice I never looked back. In your video you showed a couple clips and I instantly knew you were in Oregon. I am from a small town at the base of the cascades and your video just looked like you were in my backyard.
I’ve had KO2s for a year and a half in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta on my F150. They’ve performed in bad snow, gravel, sharp rocky terrain. I haven’t noticed much difference in fuel or road noise and had no issues with balancing
Did you get the same size tires that came on your f150
@@ryanlee8539 no I increased the size but not by much. I went with 265/70/17
Crazy enough I have the same color truck & your choice of colored wrap is my favorite color 😮
I just added Mickeythompson baja atz’s to 07’ xterra. Great ride, lower road noise than my previous tires, so far good traction for east coast snows
Thank you for your honest review.
I have a 3500kg HZJ75 LANDCRUISER Troopy. I go to marocco every time I can. Love the sand.
The 315/75/16 km3 are ok for sand but I really didn't like this wide size in loose rocks and wet roads... They just slip.
I recently change to 285/75/16 and the steering has improved and highway road driving also of course, but the height loss is an handicap. I was thinking on 285/75/17 (34") or 315/75/16 ko2 cause they're a little narrow than km3. I'm not sure but I believe the 35's are smoother than 33's
The perfect tire size would be 275/85/16 or even 265/85/16
awesome video, awesome truck, awesome footage of the PNW!
Great info.. really enjoyed the camera work.
those are some really good tires! I had some for about 10,000 miles before I went bigger!
I rock the KO2's on my CJ, and Pro Comp A/Ts on my Ram...
Very Informative Review Thank you!
What wheels are you running on your Tundra and are they +1mm offset? The 35's look mean!!
Thanks for the help 👍🏻👊🏼
I’ve have 35 ko2 on my ram for about 30k miles. So far I’m very impressed.
Nice job and thank you. I have the KO2 on my tacoma and like them, but was also thinking about going with the Wildomar or Terra Grapplers. Appreciate the info and your channel.
With regard to your friends go, I hope she is well, or getting better,, and the go fund me page helps. Will get to it shortly if its still up.
Great edit and review! Nice rig!
That sucks to hear about her van, and glad to hear she’s okay. But, why wouldn’t she have full coverage on a vehicle you live out of? That would be one of my highest priorities if I full timed a vehicle. I’d also make sure all the accessories inside and out were insured as well.
Great stuff, Edward.
Your setup looks great! What size of tires are you running on the truck and do have any lift?
Between the Falken AT3Ws (285/75/16) and the same in the KO2s I found the wear is a lot better, (and with the wear being better they stay quieter over the life of the tire) and the snow performance better with the Falkens. Either way, I think you can't go wrong.
I miss the falkens and wish they weren’t backordered. They are definitely solid tires 👍
Falken - I have these now and the sidewalls aren’t as thick. I got two flats in one trip with the tires at 10PSI. Don’t go below 20 psi. KO2 are my next tire.
Which wear is better?
Great video! A lot of the vehicles in my videos run KO2s. My buddy Sean loved his until he sliced 2 in one day on a fairly moderate trail. I made a video on another tire where we asked for feedback on the KO2s... got quite a few comments about others getting slices also. I’m very skeptical of them in rocky terrain and believe there may be a big batch with weak sidewalls. Just something to know if you’re considering them.
I appreciate the heads up brother! 👊
I too have been given the option of these tires due to the lack of Wrangle Duratracs
Much respect for mentioning Meagan in your video. I also slid on black ice yesterday in Michigan and nearly crashed into a truck coming from the opposite direction. People seem to believe that K02s or any all-terrain tires are invincible, but that's definitely not the case. Drive slow, folks.
Yeah, definitely can’t underestimate black ice . Glad to hear you didn’t get wreckedb
Has a lot to do with your tire pressure
@@3wolfsdown702 and driving a pickup, and rwd/fwd/awd, or black ice is unforgiving to just about everything.
Excellent review! Thank you
Be safe, i thanks for the review. I was about to buy them also. Take care.
I knew I’d seen this truck around! I know most of those roads your driving. I’d love to meet up once I get the GX found.
I tried chasing it down just outside sandy last year. Beautiful Taco. Haven't seen the rebel yet
Correct me if I am wrong, but you shouldn't deflate for snow driving. You want the tires to bite through the soft snow to grip the ground. You don't want to 'float' on snow by increasing the contact patch by deflating. Did plenty (relatively speaking) of snow driving last year with KO2s and they were great.
just did Bilstein 5100s and BFG K02 33's on my Tundra, love it so far!!
I've been using Duratracts for last few years. They holdup better than BF on my Tundra. BF are very soft and amazing when new but wear out fast in my opinion.
Great video! Thank you! Be safe🙏
Looking great brother. Great content as always,,,,,,,,,
Thumbed up and shared to my older bro who is shopping for full set to put on 18" rims for his somewhat newer(2014) Cherokee. I like the idea of K02s but also like the suggestions in comments. Not sure which way I'll jump when my current cheaper ATs wear down.
I just got a set of KO2 285/70/17 for $1100 installed and balanced, had this tires for over 2 years and they been really good thats why i got another set
60 seconds in and I really appreciate your audio quality.
thanks!
Well done Edward...
Thank you
I had the KO2s for a couple of years on my Wrangler. They were COMPLETELY worthless in mud. May as well have been running slicks. But other than that, they were an excellent tire, especially in snow. I never noticed any concerns on wet roads with them, either. I run Nitto Ridge Grapplers now, which are hybrid tires that do much better in mud, but not as good in snow as the KO2s. Ya picks yer poison.
I had a set of KO2’s ... great tires.. but my next set was General Grabber ATx .. much cheaper and i honestly think lasted longer with the same performance.
This applies to most M&S tires but after 2+ years of owning these on a Jeep, I've decided they are not worth the extra costs. I just ordered a set of Kuhmo A/T 51's at half the price. Reason I made such a big reduction is, after a year of running the KO's I noted a loss of traction on wet and snow covered surfaces. And just like the Goodyear Duratracs they replaced, which also lost traction on wet/snow covered road, they tend to get HARD over time, which also causes more road noise and a substantial loss of traction. They were ok in mud and dirt/sand, but IMO because a hazard in the rain and snow.
Great vid; the bfg ko2’s are awesome but ye.. terrible in icy conditions.. dangerous actually. I’d highly recommend Nokian Hakkapelitta 10 SUV studded tires for tough winter conditions like we have in Canada. Cheers 🍻 😊
I grew up in Maine. If the road looks black with any kind of moisture or humidity and it is near freezing ( black ice can form above ambient temps of 32° F.) assume you are on black ice and drive according. This means slow way down. Follow this advice and black ice becomes less of an enigma for those not accustom to encountering in on a regular basis.
Thanks for the video. May I know what trails are those showing at 3:48 and 4:30? Thanks.
I know this is an old video, but IMHO - I think the KO2 is the perfect Swiss army knife of tires! Ive tried others and I keep coming back to them. I have 2 built Jeep TJ's, a Tundra and a 2023 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium. All of them have KO2's because they are perfect for highway, trail, snow and sand. They are quiet and smooth on the highway and handle off-road excellently. And the air pressures you mention are abosulty correct. The bigger tire size will always kill your gas milage, as you engine works harder to turn them.
I have falken wild peak trail. They are awesome. I have to say I have had KO2 and I live them they look good and super loud on high way use.
Only down side to my falken wild peak is deflated lower and lower.
My KO2 where super tough tiers.
Which one do you prefer? I will mainly be on the highway
Good job bro. Excellent video. 👍🏽
So glad your friend is alright. It’s a good lesson to all that you need adequate insurance, especially if you live on the road
Owner of two Jeep’s , two Powerwagons, and four 3/4 ton plow trucks. I’ve been buying BFG four years. Bought Falken because couldn’t get BFG size I needed. Great tire but isn’t as durable from damage and they wear fast compared to BFG. Plus noisy as they wear down. BFG shine in all areas except mud. They don’t clean out. I feel you can’t go wrong with either tire. BFG are a better all around tire for my personal applications. Stock size BFG on my plow trucks work, wear, and cost are the way to go.
Nice one Edward.
I hope you had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Likewise Jason! Looking awesome on your backpacking adventures man👍
@@KrokemOutdoors thanks brother 👊🏻
Love your B Roll Ed.
Nice one Edward. I hope you've a good Xmas and look forward to seeing your next videos. 😎🇳🇿👍
Thanks Phil!
My ko2s have been great through all seasons. Love them
My KO2s absolutely get louder as they’ve worn. But I feel that’s true of any tire. Difference with these is I have 65k on them with plenty of tread left. I’ve never needed more grip in off-road conditions, and towing my boat they have been very good. If you only go off road a few times a year I’d say go with something a little more mild. Think about how you drive most of the time.
Nice review. Super helpful.
My 18 JLUR comes with 33" ko2s, I got easily 43k miles out of them and the tires still had thread between, still never slipped off roading. They were great in the rain and snow, they didn't do well in mud, they are a great
all around tire.
It's also not fair to compare a 33" wildpeak AT to a 35" ko2.
I have had the BFG K02 's on my 4runner since day one. it's been 4 years since. Overall a very durable long lasting tire. I would say the best thing about them is their longevity. 50k on them and they still have lots of life left. I think they pretty much do everything quite well, nothing great... when it gets icy they're pretty slick. Though not a snow tire.....2wd it struggles to get traction, even with a light foot. Overall I'm pretty happy with them.
What makes a winter/snow tire grip ice so much better than a BFG KO2???
@@mercedesbenzs600bash generally a softer tread compound and tread design id say. Funny, after 65k on my ko2's I hit a piece of metal which blew a tire, so I got new ko2's. 😅 they're handling our snow storms quite well, but I don't doubt that proper snow tires would be better. Mostly stopping and cornering!👍
@D Barton Oh ok,very much appreciated my man..
Glad to find your comment since I’m considering KO2s on my 4 Runner. Do you run stock tire size? Did it noticeably affect your gas mileage?
@@JASmith-oy8db Yes, I just went with the stock size. this is my 2nd set of ko2's that have been on the vehicle since 20 miles new, so I don't have any input on mileage. though mine is currently sitting at 19.6 after 225 miles on this tank👍
Just get the K&N air filter seems to counter act the heavier tire mods at least a decent bit
Buddy truck 🛻 looks awesome 🤩
Video was good enough to get my subscription, man. 👍🏻
I’m getting 37x12.5 on 17s next week on my single cab F250! Excited to see how they do in the Rockies!
I am on my 6th set of BFG all terrains over 3 vehicles, great tire. I live on the Front Range of Colorado.
Great looking tundra
Great video. I’ve been considering going with K02’s for my next set of tires for my 2019 Ranger. You’re from the Seattle area aren’t you? I live in Issaquah. I’ve been looking for some overland/camping friends.
I’m closer to Vancouver, explore the Gifford Pinchot mostly
Just had a puncture today with my 6 month old 35’ BFG AT KO2 when driving on a gravel road. I was surprised and disappointed as I never had punctures with my AT’s.