Motorcycle tire review and fitment for Moto Guzzi 125 TT 1986-1989

Motorcycle tire review and specification for Moto Guzzi 125 TT 1986-1989
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1	Front Tire: 2.7-21 45P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop K550 Trail
	Rear Tire: 4.1-18 60P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop K550 Trail
2	Front Tire: 2.7-21 45P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604F Trail
	Rear Tire: 4.1-18 59P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604 Trail

Motorcycle tire review and tips especially for Moto Guzzi 125 TT 1986-1989 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.


• 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.


• Check tire pressure at least once a month for cars, once a week for motorcycles. Tires can lose up to a pound a month of air pressure. Consistency is the key. A sudden drop in pressure is noticeable with regular pressure checks. E.g., 40, 39, 40 then 30 psi indicates a leak or puncture or other type of problem. It could be as simple as a bad valve stem or bent rim or something more serious such as internal tire failure.


• When inspecting your tires check the tread wear indicators (TWI), which are noted by the TWI (some tires may display logos etc in place of TWI) marking located on the tire sidewall. Look towards the center of the tire to locate the actual tire wear bar which will be located in the tread groove itself, as a raised bar. When the tire is worn to this indicator it is time for a new tire. We have actual samples of worn tires to show you the amount of skin left between you and the road so to say. It is scary. The remaining amount of rubber is actually less than is apparent from the outside.


• 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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