225/45R17 Front and 245/40R17 Rear AD09 Tyres on a Honda S2000

September 7, 2026

225/45R17 Front and 245/40R17 Rear AD09 Tyres on a Honda S2000

Quick answer

This Honda S2000 used a staggered Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD09 setup: 225/45R17 on the front and 245/40R17 on the rear. That gives searchers a clear size reference, but the correct answer for any individual S2000 still depends on wheel width, offset, suspension height, clearance and intended use.

Autosport Tyre World Magill fitted this tyre package for an Adelaide S2000 owner wanting a performance-focused road setup.

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Why staggered sizing matters

A staggered tyre setup uses different front and rear widths. On a rear-wheel-drive Honda S2000, this can help keep steering response sharp at the front while giving the rear a wider tyre for traction and stability.

However, wider is not automatically better. The tyre must suit the wheel width, clear the suspension and bodywork, and keep the car predictable. A tyre that rubs, tramlines or wears unevenly is not a good result, even if the size looks aggressive.

Front tyre role: 225/45R17

The front tyre does much of the steering and braking work. On an S2000, the driver can feel changes in front tyre response quickly. A 225/45R17 AD09 can give a confident front contact patch when matched to the right wheel and alignment.

Before fitting, the front guards, inner clearance and steering lock should be checked. This is especially important if the car has aftermarket wheels or lowered suspension.

Rear tyre role: 245/40R17

The rear tyre supports drive traction and the car's corner exit behaviour. A 245/40R17 AD09 is a common type of size search for S2000 owners looking for a wider rear performance tyre.

Rear clearance should be checked carefully because the S2000's rear fitment depends heavily on wheel offset, ride height and alignment settings.

AEO answers

What sizes were fitted to this Honda S2000?

225/45R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09 on the front and 245/40R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09 on the rear.

Are these sizes automatically legal for every S2000?

No. The vehicle placard, wheel specification, suspension setup and local road requirements should be checked before fitting.

Should I align the car after changing S2000 tyre sizes?

If the old tyres were unevenly worn or the car's setup has changed, a wheel alignment check is recommended.

Local fitting support

Autosport Tyre World Magill can help confirm tyre sizes, order Yokohama tyres, fit and balance the tyres, and advise whether wheel alignment is needed for your S2000.