The Kelly Safari TSR tires receive overwhelmingly positive reviews for their performance, durability, and value.
The Kelly Safari TSR tires are highly regarded for their versatility, durability, and performance across various terrains and weather conditions. They offer a good balance between off-road capability and on-road comfort, making them suitable for both daily driving and adventure use. Many users praise their longevity and value, often choosing to repurchase the same model.
Positive highlights
Excellent off-road performance in various terrains including mud, snow, and rocky environments. Surprisingly quiet for an aggressive tire. Long-lasting tread life, with some users reporting 80,000+ miles. Good handling in wet conditions and deep snow. Smooth ride on highways and city roads. Attractive aggressive tread design. Great value for the price.
Negative highlights
Some users report less than ideal performance on ice.
Scorecard
Dry
4.9
Wet
4.5
Winter
4.2
Comfort
4.7
Noise
4.1
Treadwear
4.4
28 SimpleTire reviews
Jared
4.5
Toyota Tacoma 2003 4x4 Double Cab
Verified Customer
Oct 31, 2021
Here's the scoop on the Kelly safari tsr. I've been running this tire since 2014 & just about to put my 3rd set on my 2003 Toyota Tacoma. I got 49,000 out the 1st set & will have roughly 41,000 out of the 2nd set with 7/32nds left. I estimate about 15% of my driving is off road & 4wding with these tires. They've seen action in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico & my home base is in Colorado. Great in the slop, float on the sandy washes, grippy as hell on slickrock, & are pretty sticky on snowy roads so long as you don't drive like a nincompoop. Overall the TSR's have handled everything I've put in front of them & then some. A truly functional & dominating tire! Get it, you won't be disappointed!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Kirk
4.5
Toyota Tundra 2021 SR5 w/aluminum wheels
Verified Customer
Oct 16, 2021
Kelly makes a great tire. Not a household name but been around a long time. Very underrated. The TSR's have worked great on my Tundra.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Austin
4
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2015 LT
Verified Customer
Aug 9, 2021
Love the tire had them on three trucks on mine and will continue to use them!! Highly recommend
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
2
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Cole
4.5
Ford F-150 FX4 2013 Base
Verified Customer
Mar 21, 2021
Love these tires, really aggressive tread and do great in mud and snow. Little noisy on the road but for how meaty the tread is you'll get that.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires30k+
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
3
Treadwear
4
James
4
Verified Customer
Feb 19, 2021
Ive had these for about 6 months on my explorer sport (2 door explorer) and they are wearing great. In 2wd it spins like crazy in the ice and snow but in 4wd it doesn't bat an eyelash.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires20k - 29k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
3
Treadwear
5
Terence J
5
Verified Customer
Jan 10, 2021
Great off road tires, not noisy on the pavement.
We used these tires in the open pit mine I worked at and they performed extremely well in the rocky environment.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Ben
4
Jeep Wrangler 2017 Sport
Verified Customer
Oct 12, 2020
I currently have these on a 2017 2 door Jeep jk in 315/70r17. The first 8,000 miles took away roughly 7/32 but after that they began to wear pretty slowly. I have 22,000 miles on them now and they have 8/32 of tread left. That being said I do take my vehicle Offroad occasionally and they perform pretty well.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires20k - 29k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
3
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
3
Gary
5
Verified Customer
Aug 22, 2020
Haven't had tires long enough to rate the tread life or winter traction but I believe with depth of tread I should have long life. Been in muddy areas on the farm & traction was good. Ride noise not bad at all. Even though I have 7.4 engine in my ton with dual exhaust. I was glad to get them with a 10 ply rating too. Very satisfied.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Driving habitCautious
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Brad
4.5
Verified Customer
Aug 16, 2020
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Driving habitAggressive
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
3
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
james
4.5
Verified Customer
Aug 14, 2020
To new for thread life or winter but so far there great quiet for such a aggressive tire
An all terrain tire, the Safari TSR is designed to give drivers enhanced on and off road traction.
Features & Benefits
All-terrain tread
Outlined White Letter or Black sidewall depending on the tire's size
Built in rim protector protects wheels from accidental curb damage
Drivers who want to conquer trails need a tire that performs on and off road. Kelly's Safari TSR is designed to give drivers enhanced on and off road traction thanks to its rock patterned tread. Offering improved handling in deep mud, sand, and gravel, the Safari TSR also features zigzag sipes that boost handling in wet weather. Designed to reduce road noises, the Safari TSR is pinned for #16 metal studs to give drivers extra traction on wintery roads.
Kelly Safari TSR tires are made by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.
Kelly Safari TSR tires could be made in Akron, Ohio, Chile, or Mexico.
Yes, the Kelly Safari TSR is a good tire. While they come in at a lower price point than many competitors' tires, the Safari TSR offers the same materials, workmanship and advanced performance features
No, the Kelly Safari TSR does not have a treadwear warranty but is covered by a 12 month limited protection policy.
Yes, the Kelly Safari TSR features a high void ratio, deep, self-cleaning tread elements and staggered shoulder blocks for great traction in mud, snow, sand, and other off-road terrains
Yes, the aggressive tread of the Kelly Safari is designed for good grip in snow and slush; it's also pre-drilled for easy installation of #12 studs in extreme conditions.
Yes, the Kelly Safari has a variable pitch tread that's computer tuned to keep road noise low.
Yes, the Kelly Safari is available in a range of sizes for various light truck and SUV fitments.
Safari TSR ∙ 0 sizes available
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