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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 07:47 AM
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Default 2002 Night Train, Tire pessure?
hey guys new to harleys, no manual. what should I run for tire pressure? bike is a 2002 night train with no wheel modifcations. I think the rear has 11lbs psi in it. any help is appreciated. thanks!
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 08:07 AM
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I run 40psi in front and rear on my Standard.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 08:25 AM
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I run 40psi in front and rear on my Standard.
thanks man ill put some more in. bikes look pretty well identical lol should be the same eh
 
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 10:33 AM
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Should be written on the frame
 
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30-40 seems typical. 11 is waaaay too low. Running low tire pressure will make the tread wear weird (cupping, etc.)
 
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Originally Posted by hedleylamarr
should be written on the frame
usually found on a placard on the right down tube.
 
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38 to 40 for the front and 40 to 42 for the rear.
 
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