mazdaspeed wheels on 1996 NA

[SAMUEL]

hi guys, I'm running an NA 1996 with Mazdaspeed 17" wheels, what tire size did you recommend?
I feel like I'm running without tires!

[Demon I Am]

Personally, 17 is just too big of a rim for the NA. You're probably going to need some rubber bands

[The Driver]

hi guys, I'm running an NA 1996 with Mazdaspeed 17" wheels, what tire size did you recommend?
I feel like I'm running without tires!

Thats because Miatas are UNUSUALLY sensitive to wheel weight, and any '17 rim will be too heavy for a comfortable Miata driving experience. Out here in CO, even Mazdaspeed Miatas are driven on '15 lightweight rims!

[Phatmiata]

They look great I had a set on my 96 NA but a month later I sold them as I could feel every bump on the road.

[Flyin 92]

Personally, 17 is just too big of a rim for the NA. You're probably going to need some new wheels

FTFY