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PostSubject: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 4:07 pm

Using the std book settings 30 on the front but the front feels a bit like its flat, especially when doing a slow speed u turn or in very slow traffic
so just thought id ask see what pressures you guys were using
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 4:29 pm

My book says 29 psi in the front and 33 psi in the rear tyre unless carrying some weight (eg. pillion) then its 36 psi in the rear.

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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 4:30 pm

35 f...38 rear cold.Way better than the OEM suggestion.Kinda bounchy but better in everything...Braking.....handling...cornering....consumption(fuel)
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 4:48 pm

Thanks guys my book says the same All of my sports bikes have been 36/42 I might try to up the pressures my a couple of Lbs just to see if it makes it any better ive got a new pair of Hoops on order so hoping that will make it feel a bit better
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 10:37 pm

I go by the mfg recommendations. The Hoops were 29 f/ 36 r, Metzler Feel Free 38 f/ 38 r. I am now on my 4th set. I have Pirelli Diablos at 38 f/ 38 r.

I liked the Metzlers wore my rear tire down to the chords. I drove just under 11,000 miles on that one. Should of changed it before my October Falling Leaf rally down in Potosi, MO last fall. I learned my expensive lesson. Won't do that again. Changed to the Pirelli's about 3 weeks ago.
So far so good. The front tires seem to last longer. But I usually change both at the same time.

I think I will try the new Michellin's that have come out for scooters next time.

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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeMon May 20, 2013 11:11 pm

Whatever brand I have used I seem to go thru two back tires to one front. The Pirelli's seemed to have the best grip in wet weather but also wore out the fastest. I also would like to try the new Michellin's.
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 12:54 am

I usually just pump mine up to whatever the manufactures max pressure are ,I don't like the feel of a flabby tire , also if a tire is low or starts to go flat I can feel it ....
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 3:30 am

Pumped them up to 36 rear and 33 front last night it felt better on the way to work this morning but was 2 up today, what are the new Michelins called guys ??
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 11:12 am

Power Pure SC?
I actually enjoy them at 40psi, front&rear. Noticed slower rear tire wear, and I like the sportier ride.

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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 12:03 pm

Some more feedback....Michelins are good compared with your previous ones?What were they ? Oh ..and some remarks about grip besides wear
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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 12:18 pm

I put new hoops on a couple of weeks ago. After 600mls i think they are bedded in. I never have any problems with 29 front 33 rear. Consider, that, in the UK if you are in any kind of accident the police will check your tyre pressures, if they are not at recommended pressures your insurance could be awkward about paying out, no matter who is to blame. Smile


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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 12:49 pm

I also use the Honda recommended tyre pressures for Bridgestone Hoops for solo riding and only increase the pressures when Mrs M's riding along with me. I've never had any problems either.


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PostSubject: Re: What tyre pressures guys    What tyre pressures guys  I_icon_minitimeTue May 21, 2013 3:03 pm

Maybe just me as im used to riding My KTM 990 Adventure thats got a 21" front wheel just a differant feeling from the front, the bike seems to handle fine,
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