Motorcycle tire review and fitment for Moto Guzzi V 65 NTX 1985-1987

Motorcycle tire review and specification for Moto Guzzi V 65 NTX 1985-1987
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1	Front Tire: 3.0-21 51P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D603F Trail
	Rear Tire: 4.6-18 63P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D603 Trail
2	Front Tire: 3.0-21 51P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604F Trail
	Rear Tire: 4.6-18 63P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604 Trail

Motorcycle tire review and tips especially for Moto Guzzi V 65 NTX 1985-1987 tires

• Steady, Now: Although it primarily affects handling, improper balance can also shorten a tire's life. Check it after 500 or 1000 miles of use.


• 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!


• 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.


• 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.

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