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Motorcycle tire review BMW R 1150 GS 1999-2004

#	Motorcycle tire review and specification	Tire tube type	We recommend
Motorcycle tire review and specification for BMW R 1150 GS 1999-2004
1	Front Tire: 110/80R19 59V	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart Front Sport Touring / Trail
1	Rear Tire: 150/70R17 69V	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart Sport Touring / Trail
2	Front Tire: 110/80R19 59H	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Trailmax D607F Trail
2	Rear Tire: 150/70R17 69H	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Trailmax D607 Trail
3	Front Tire: 110/80R19 59V	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax D220F ST Specific OE / Trail
3	Rear Tire: 150/70R17 69V	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax D220 ST Specific OE / Trail

Look Before You Crank: Before you saddle up, take a moment to visually inspect your tires. We can't tell you how many times we've pulled out screws or nails before a ride, thus preventing almost certain tire failure. Once you're on the road, it'll be too late.

Scuff 'Em Up: Optimal grip is obtained only after the tread surface has been ridden on, so go into those first few twisties with a bit of caution. The suggested break-in distance is usually 100 or so miles. After that, check the tire's pressure again!

Use a digital pressure gauge if possible or ensure your pencil stick gauge is accurate. Look into a tire sensor to warn of low air.

Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum inflation as noted on the tire sidewall. Inflate your tires when they are cold, and be aware that a cooler day may also require you to recheck the inflation pressures due to a change in outside air temperature.

Unseen internal tire damage: If you have a front or rear wheel that has a dented rim, replace the tire, as the tire has suffered internal damage to the sidewall. This applies to car tires as well. It is wise to replace the wheel as well since it may be internally cracked. The straightening of bent wheel rims is not recommended since you are reworking the metal thus weakening it.