Not really a performance difference. The ride is still surprisingly smooth. There's a small buzzzzz on the highway but that's about it for noise........and music on the Monsoon takes care of that
The tires do stick a little better to dry pavement. It's not something that's noticeable though. What's going to be sweet is when I take this bad boy out on some trails. Apparently the tires are great for rocks and mud, so it should be a good time romping through some slush.