Why you shouldn't ride on a blad tire...

[earlfor]

If you look at the tread/grooves on the centerline of the tire, about every 12 inches or so of the circumference, you will find a rubber
bridge that will be flush when the tire is considered worn out. usually, that will be when there appears to be about 3/32nds of an inch of tread left.

Earl

When do you know it's time for a change? Is there a way to check the depth?I now have 6000 on my tires and they look really good with deep tread left.I always keep them inflated properly and there is no indication of cupping or excessive tread wear.Just wondering.

 

[Gravity Tester]

When do you know it's time for a change? Is there a way to check the depth?I now have 6000 on my tires and they look really good with deep tread left.I always keep them inflated properly and there is no indication of cupping or excessive tread wear.Just wondering.

6K I wish I last about 4k & Iam at the Ware Bar. I need to post this in the tech. but will a bent swing arm or a misaligned chain cause low mileage? Things look stright but has a pull to the left.
Pat

 

[earlfor]

Yes, those will both accelerate tire wear. More commonly though, the culprit is incorrect tire pressure and usually the problem is too much pressure.

E.

6K I wish I last about 4k & Iam at the Ware Bar. I need to post this in the tech. but will a bent swing arm or a misaligned chain cause low mileage? Things look stright but has a pull to the left.
Pat

 

[tconroy]

I found the wear indicator on the front but not on the back.I still have over 1/16th" before I get to the indicator and on the back I measured the depth of the tread in the middle groove and have over 1/8" left. I have bridgestone s11's front and rear and keep 36lbs in the back and 32lbs in the front.I only weight 150 fully dressed and dont ever ride passengers so there is not very much weight on these tires when I'm riding.I put all my vetter stuff back on just to soften up the ride too.The new progressive suspension is kinda stiff.

 

[Billyboy]

I put all my vetter stuff back on just to soften up the ride too.The new progressive suspension is kinda stiff.

It seems to wear in. Mine is softer now after a few months.

 

[bradleymaynar]

Earl, don't forget the Armour All. :lol:

Best thing to do is to replace the tires before they need to be replaced. I know, I'm being hypocritical, but it really is the best idea. Motorcycle tires have a short life, and a yearly replacement of both tires is the best way to ensure you have good tread.

Brad bt

 

[tconroy]

Im replacing mine when winter hits and I dont have much to do except tinker with my bike.