Reading Between the Tires
How do you read between the
tires? 2.Pressure. Pressure increases
with temperature. Thus, a rider must check tires regularly especially
during winter season. Advisable tire pressures can be found on the
manufacturer's reference table. Check them out in order to have
a safe tire pressure. Never bleed air from a hot tire. Also avoid
riding when tires are underinflated because this can lead to premature
wear, tire failure and damage to the carcass. 3.The Wear. Regularly inspect
the wear indicator in the tire grooves. You will know that the tire
should be replaced if the wear indicators are leveled with the surface
of the tread at any point. 4.The Valve. Always use valve
caps to prevent air loss and to avoid dirt from entering the valve.
5.Warm-up. Each time you ride
on your motorcycle, always begin at a moderate speed. This will
gradually condition the tires up to their normal operating temperature.
If they have already achieved a full warm-up then they will have
an optimal grip. 6.Break-in. After warming
up, avoid rapid acceleration or hard cornering. Do this for the
first 50 kilometers of your ride up to the extent when the tread
area is totally worn off. 7.Repairs. Try to learn the
basics of motorcycle repairs so that you will not be groping in
the dark when discrepancies occur. Another option is to consult
tire experts to attend to tire repairs. |
