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Old Apr 29, 2024 | 08:49 AM
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What tire pressure should I run on my 2001 Road King? thanks, Greg
 
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What tire pressure should I run on my 2001 Road King? thanks, Greg
 
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From the 2001 Touring service manual.

 
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solo 36 front, 36 rear for stock Dunlops
rider & passenger 36 front, 40 rear

99466-01_en - 2001 FLT Models Owner's Manual | Harley-Davidson SIP
 
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Look at your sidewalls. It will give you Min and Max. Each tire is different.
 
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There's a sticker on the bike that gives the recommended pressures.
 
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i run 42 psi on front Michelin commander 2
40 psi rear Michelin commander 2
 
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40 PSI is really 54.7 PSI so should I put 25.3 PSI in there so that it's 40 PSI inside the tire?
 
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40 PSI is really 54.7 PSI so should I put 25.3 PSI in there so that it's 40 PSI inside the tire?
can you explain please
 
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