Mention tires to a group of adventure riders and you have a conversation that is more hotly contested than the 2020 presidential election. With so many variables in the terrain accessible by ADV bikes, there is no one tire to rule them all. But no matter what rubber you choose, tire pressure plays a key role in how tires perform. Today on MC Garage, we talk about adventure motorcycle tire pressure.
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You’ve decided on new tires based on your needs and riding style for your adventure motorcycle. These could be anything from a pure road tire to a DOT-approved knobby and anything in between, but no matter how or where you ride, you need the proper tire pressure.
So where to start? As ADV rigs are streetbikes that are capable of off-road travel, your baseline should be proper street pressure. Follow the manufacturer’s pressure recommendations for your bike for the street, this will ensure you will have enough support for the maximum load of your bike.
Then evaluate that overall load. Are your bags full or empty—or do you even have bags? If you are fully loaded all the time, max pressure is your friend. If it’s just you and a backpack, you could reduce the pressure slightly on the street for better traction. But be forewarned—this can cause uneven and accelerated wear. If you are on the street and fully loaded, just stick to the recommended pressures and enjoy the ride.
You’ve decided on new tires based on your needs and riding style for your adventure motorcycle. These could be anything from a pure road tire to a DOT-approved knobby and anything in between, but no matter how or where you ride, you need the proper tire pressure.
So where to start? As ADV rigs are streetbikes that are capable of off-road travel, your baseline should be proper street pressure. Follow the manufacturer’s pressure recommendations for your bike for the street, this will ensure you will have enough support for the maximum load of your bike.
Then evaluate that overall load. Are your bags full or empty—or do you even have bags? If you are fully loaded all the time, max pressure is your friend. If it’s just you and a backpack, you could reduce the pressure slightly on the street for better traction. But be forewarned—this can cause uneven and accelerated wear. If you are on the street and fully loaded, just stick to the recommended pressures and enjoy the ride.
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