Tyre pressure help.
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
From: England
Tyre pressure help.
The standard front tyre size on my bike is 100x90x19,I have changed it to a 110x90x19.......so do I have to change the tyre pressure? If I do, why and what to? Thanks in advance
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 52,957
Likes: 44,480
From: SW OH.
Same pressure as you always ran is appropiate. Your tire is just a bit wider now that's the only difference,you still need the same pressure. I run 32psi front,36psi rear solo. Loaded with a passenger I run 40psi on the rear.
Road Master
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 1,232
Likes: 4
From: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Despite what many people think, the pressure listed on ANY tire's sidewall, car, truck, bike, airplane or golf cart,
is the MAXIMUM that the tire is designed for, NOT the recommended pressure. The vehicle manufacturer will
specify that in the owner's manual.
A larger tire such as you have fitted is capable of supporting a greater load at the same pressure as you have been using
so I'd start with that. The difference isn't going to be huge so I wouldn't be surprised if you just stay with what you'd been
using, but it never hurts to play around a little. In theory, you could lower the pressure a smidgen, but I wouldn't.
is the MAXIMUM that the tire is designed for, NOT the recommended pressure. The vehicle manufacturer will
specify that in the owner's manual.
A larger tire such as you have fitted is capable of supporting a greater load at the same pressure as you have been using
so I'd start with that. The difference isn't going to be huge so I wouldn't be surprised if you just stay with what you'd been
using, but it never hurts to play around a little. In theory, you could lower the pressure a smidgen, but I wouldn't.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 52,957
Likes: 44,480
From: SW OH.
Despite what many people think, the pressure listed on ANY tire's sidewall, car, truck, bike, airplane or golf cart,
is the MAXIMUM that the tire is designed for, NOT the recommended pressure. The vehicle manufacturer will
specify that in the owner's manual.
A larger tire such as you have fitted is capable of supporting a greater load at the same pressure as you have been using
so I'd start with that. The difference isn't going to be huge so I wouldn't be surprised if you just stay with what you'd been
using, but it never hurts to play around a little. In theory, you could lower the pressure a smidgen, but I wouldn't.
is the MAXIMUM that the tire is designed for, NOT the recommended pressure. The vehicle manufacturer will
specify that in the owner's manual.
A larger tire such as you have fitted is capable of supporting a greater load at the same pressure as you have been using
so I'd start with that. The difference isn't going to be huge so I wouldn't be surprised if you just stay with what you'd been
using, but it never hurts to play around a little. In theory, you could lower the pressure a smidgen, but I wouldn't.
Trending Topics
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 1,633
Likes: 46
From: East Hartford, CT
Depending on your brands recommendation of the tire.
My Metzeler front 110/19 takes 38 psi
Metz's run hard.
My Metzeler front 110/19 takes 38 psi
Metz's run hard.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
Jason Momoa Is Turning Classic Harleys Into PHEVs
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom
Verdad Gallardo
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Ga Blue Knight
Tri Glide, RG3 & Freewheeler Models
18
Aug 2, 2013 06:41 PM