Don't forget to check tire pressures periodically. I have not checked mine in a while and did last night. 29 psi in the front, 31 psi in the rear. :shock: Just a reminder! I noticed my bike rode and handled better coming to work this morning! :grin:
Mine gets squirrely if the pressure in the back tire is less than 40 psi. The K555 must have a really thin sidewall.
Ya, mike, your right. The tire calls for 36 psi up to 200# in the rear tire and 42 psi up to max weight limit in the rear tire. I usually try to keep it at 36 psi. I ride solo 99% of the time. This time when I checked it, it was down. :shock:
Good reminder. I am going out to check mine right now.
Remember the brand of tire matters on the PSI recommendations. Check with the tire manufactuer for recommendations.
FYI:
Dunlop K555 on the Magna 36psi (as stated depends on load)
Metzeler ME880 42 rear 40 front
I like 40 in the back with the K555...the usual 36 up front. Love the feel of a new tire in back, the new rubber really helps smooth out the bumps.
I need to change back to Texas air. I've been running Colorado air in my tires for the last week or so. 8)
Curtis
Quote from: Curtis_Valk on July 28, 2009, 07:06:08 PM
I need to change back to Texas air. I've been running Colorado air in my tires for the last week or so. 8)
Curtis
I was careful not to let my Texas air escape in Colorado. Once they get a whiff of real air (thick, you know, with lots of moisture!), they will all be down here. Not sure we have room for 'em all... :cool: :cool:
Quote from: lragan on July 28, 2009, 10:25:54 PM
Quote from: Curtis_Valk on July 28, 2009, 07:06:08 PM
I need to change back to Texas air. I've been running Colorado air in my tires for the last week or so. 8)
Curtis
I was careful not to let my Texas air escape in Colorado. Once they get a whiff of real air (thick, you know, with lots of moisture!), they will all be down here. Not sure we have room for 'em all... :cool: :cool:
Unfortunately I had to bring some of the Colorado air back with me. Might need to let it out and refill it with some good ol Texas air.
1 MORE WORD about Colorado and so help me GOD I am going to do an Ironbutt on my Valk when I get off and steal all the AIR from all your tires :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: Heheheheh Glad everyone made it back safe and had a good time !!!!
Um..........did I mention that Colorado was GREAT???!!!
Curtis
Oh Thats it next time I get off :lol: :lol: :lol: I bet it was and I sure envy you and the guys. Planning a trip to my Dads which is only about 250 or so miles from the Dragon may have to run over there and I need to start my map like you have Curtis!!
Yes don't forget to check your tire pressure.
I just check my back tire (dark-side). I had less then 20 PSI. The only thing I notices is when speed shifting I could feel the back tire shift to the right. The front was around 32.
Quote from: Magnum Magna on March 31, 2010, 08:44:11 PM
Yes don't forget to check your tire pressure.
I just check my back tire (dark-side). I had less then 20 PSI. The only thing I notices is when speed shifting I could feel the back tire shift to the right. The front was around 32.
Maybe you have a hole in it? I have a nail in mine, been there for some time now, since it is not losing air...
I was having trouble with handling and kept checking my tire pressure. It was the right pressure. The tires had me spooked as I kept feeling the rear end coming around. I changed the rear tire before it was worn out only to find that my tire gauge was always reading High by about 10PSI. :shock: Check the gauge THEN check the tires. :grin: