GS650GL tyre pressure

[Guest]

Hi guys,

I'm new to the forums. I've recently bought an '81 GS65GL. Before I take it to the road, I want to be sure I'm running the correct tyre pressure.

I've looked for the owner manual for this specific model, but no luck so far.

What I have found, is a manual for the GS650G. The prescribed tyre pressure in this manual is about 25PSI (1.7 bar) front and 29PSI (2 bar) rear for solo riding.

Should I maintain the same tyre pressure for my GL?

Thanks in advance!

[jef__vb]

I've just noticed I posted this thread in the wrong subforum, but I don't see how I can remove it - sorry for that.

[Nessism]

Those pressures are a reasonable minimum. I say that because modern tires typically use more air pressure than tires from 30 years ago. You might want to check what the tire manufacturer says. If you really want judge the best pressure search out info on the 10% pressure methodology. Basically, you measure pressure both cold and after a ride and try to find the best pressure where the pressure rises slightly after a ride, but not too much.

Good luck

BTW, I typically use 30-32 front and 35 rear. If a little leaks out, no big deal.

[1_v8_merc]

I ran around 34 front and 32 rear...maybe more because my rear tire leaks, haha.

[GSX1000E]

I would start with 32-34 on the front and 34-38 on the rear.

[tom203]

I run 28 psi at both ends. Make sure you check tire date code