Motorcycle Tyre Care

1) Right Tyre Age - To make a tye last longer the tyre’s age is of lesser importance. But be careful not to buy tyres which are over six or seven years old. You will be able to know their date of manufacturing by searching for the three or four-digit number stamped in the tyre’s sidewall. For instance, 2101 stands for 21st week of 2001 - which is its manufacturing date.

2) New Tyres - First, new tyres are better because it is organic and it decomposes. Second because the older the tyre gets, the more it is exposed to outgassing. Outgassing makes the tyre brittle.

3) In Case Of A Flat Tyre - Motorcycle tyres flex from more directions. Unlike car tyres, motorcycle tyre has only the other tyre to prevent it from falling. Thus, the best thing to do in case of a flat tyre is to replace it and not just plug it.

4) Size & pressure - Run the bike in the recommended tyre pressure. It is so simple. You just have to stick to the manufacturers guidelines. That is the safest and the best thing that you can do. Nevertheless, you can have some deviations depending on your desired performance. Moreover, you have to check tyre pressure regularly.

5) Buying A New Tyre - You can buy tyres at reputable motorcycle stores. These stores have already established their names and services. You can also order online. But this remedy is a gamble because it will not guarantee that you will be getting newly manufactured tyres. When you buy tyres personally, you have the opportunity to choose the freshest tyre in the store.