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Motorcycle tire review Suzuki DR 500 S

#	Motorcycle tire review and specification	Tire tube type	We recommend
Motorcycle tire review and specification for Suzuki DR 500 S
1	Front Tire: 3.0-21 51P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D603F Trail
1	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
2	Rear Tire: 4.6-18 63P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604 Trail

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.

When oil is changed, it’s a good idea to check tire pressure and inflate to at least recommended manufacturer suggested pressure or higher so the tires run cooler and have less rolling resistance. This will result in better fuel economy and higher mileage for your tires. It also helps avoid irregular tread wear on the tires.

It is good idea to attend one of our tech sessions to learn how to plug the tires with a plug kit if that nasty nail has found its way into the tire carcass. That way if it does occur this temporary repair can be quickly accomplished on the roadside.

Do not apply any type of tire dressing to the sidewall or worse to the tread area of the tire, it is very slippery. Use only approved tires for your model of bike.