can anybody tell me what the correct pressures for these tyres the manual says f 32 r 36 i have read some posts on the brigestones where they run 46 psi in the rear does this apply to the michelins if so what will be the gains will they last longer will the bike handle any better (not as though it handles badly any way)
cheers jason
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twincans2003
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Jason - as a rule of thumb, it's best to run with the tyre pressures recommended by the tyre's manufacturer. These, more often than not, tend to be 36f/42r. The Michelin website should give you the necessary info.
If I run my 020's at the BM-recommended 32/36 the bike feels really strange and a bit 'loose'.
If I run my 020's at the BM-recommended 32/36 the bike feels really strange and a bit 'loose'.
If you look up the fitment guide at http://www.michelin.co.uk/
it says 2.3 bar F / 2.5 bar R which I believe corresponds with the BM recommended pressures.
AFAIK it's only Bridgestones that run on the higher pressures.
HTH
Adam
it says 2.3 bar F / 2.5 bar R which I believe corresponds with the BM recommended pressures.
AFAIK it's only Bridgestones that run on the higher pressures.
HTH
Adam
Forgive me father for I have sinned... ex S owner moved onto pastures new with four cylinders and a chain... and back to a twin, albeit in a V.
Ran mine (Pilot sports) at 31.5, 36 as per the book, increase pressure a couple of psi for two up touring (as per the book) the only thing I've noticed is that the front feels horrible if the pressure drops below 30 (ie. it was last checked on a warm day and then ridden on a colder day) - it kind of feels like it wants to flop and steer itself into slow corners... although this is also perhaps due to running a new pilot road rear with a part worn pilot sport front.
I dropped the pilot sports a couple of psi when I took the S on the track seemed fine.
Presumably higher pressure means smaller contact patch and less grip (less wear) and a slightly harsher ride.
I dropped the pilot sports a couple of psi when I took the S on the track seemed fine.
Presumably higher pressure means smaller contact patch and less grip (less wear) and a slightly harsher ride.
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I've always gone on the suck it and see theory!Try various pressures.See how the bike handles and if your happy keep it that way!
I always run all my tyres at 37 front 40-42 rear solo riding.
If I go out for a very spirited ride I'll drop the pressures to about 36f/38r.
It always depends on what kind of rubber you've got too.
As I've mentioned recently I'm currently running Michelin Pilot Road.Very,very good tyres.Excellent in all conditions.I've fairly cained it just of late with this better weather we've been having and not once have these fantastic tyres let go.They are fast steering but stable at high speed,very progressive,tip in nicely and seem to be wearing nice and evenly and feel good in the wet.
I must say a special thanks to Mr Colin Edwards as I think it's his homework that has given us tyres like this!
Bailey.
I always run all my tyres at 37 front 40-42 rear solo riding.
If I go out for a very spirited ride I'll drop the pressures to about 36f/38r.
It always depends on what kind of rubber you've got too.
As I've mentioned recently I'm currently running Michelin Pilot Road.Very,very good tyres.Excellent in all conditions.I've fairly cained it just of late with this better weather we've been having and not once have these fantastic tyres let go.They are fast steering but stable at high speed,very progressive,tip in nicely and seem to be wearing nice and evenly and feel good in the wet.
I must say a special thanks to Mr Colin Edwards as I think it's his homework that has given us tyres like this!
Bailey.
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