Motorcycle Tyres

Bang!! One gun shot and all the bikes of the Grand Prix zoom past one another on the race track vying to be first and clinch the title of the winner. Do you also feel like doing the same? If yes, then you should also know that all the riders are professionals and the race track is a place only for the most experienced and not for the amateurs. Have you also noticed the kind of tyres these bikes have? The tyres are big and with different, different tread marks on them making it easier to grip the road and avoid any skidding. After all, the bikes are in top speed and one wrong turn can be fatal for the rider. Well, racing or no racing, the tyres of your bike need to be such that they can grip the road well and avoid any kind of accidents. There are several brands of tyres in Australia and the ones that suit the Australian roads.

Some Tyre Tips...

Following are some tips that you will need to consider while selecting tyres.

• The right matching of the rear and front tyres is very vital so as to get the maximum handling and performance.


• If you will be mounting tyres on your own, then ensure that the tyre marked 'front wheel' is mounted at the front position and the one marked 'rear wheel' is fixed on the rear.


• Preferably try and not mix the radials with belted bias tyres or bias tyres as it can affect the stability and the handling.


• The air pressure of the tyres also needs to be as per the terrain that you will be riding your bike on. If the tyre is under inflated, then there are chances of the wheel getting damaged on rough and rocky surface. If the tyre is over inflated, then it can damage the tyres and chance of bumpy rides increases drastically.


• You will need to check regularly for any cuts that can cause air leakages. You will also need to check the tyres for worn treads and any missing knobs.


• If you need to store tyres, then keep them in a dark and dimly lit area as the harsh sunlight can cause the tyres to harden and age faster.