Motorcycle tire review and fitment for Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak 2002-2003

Motorcycle tire review and specification for Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak 2002-2003
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1	Front Tire: 130/70R17 62H	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax D220F ST G Specific OE / Trail
	Rear Tire: 170/60R17 72H	Tubeless(TL)	Dunlop Sportmax D220 ST G Specific OE / Trail

Motorcycle tire review and tips especially for Kawasaki VN 1500 Mean Streak 2002-2003 tires

• Step in Line: Pay close attention to alignment--shaft drive bikes have no adjustment, but if you have a chain or belt, check the position of your tires. Proper alignment ensures better handling and longer wear.


• Top It Off: The valve stem cap should be securely fastened on the stem, because it's an important part of your tire's sealing system. It'll give you extra security at high speeds, when centrifugal force can conspire to open the valve inside the stem.


• 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.


• They are the only thing between you and the road surface. Proper care and inspection is critical for safe operation of the motorcycle. It is important to check not only the tire pressure routinely, but also the entire tire surface for cuts, nails and other items such as cracks, splits and bulges, before each ride. Tire pressure is important for various reasons including life of the tire in terms of mileage and ride quality. Please refer to your Owners Manual for the tire inflation pressures for your model of bike.


• 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.

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