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Motorcycle tire review Yamaha DT 125 E 1976-1978

#	Motorcycle tire review and specification	Tire tube type	We recommend
Motorcycle tire review and specification for Yamaha DT 125 E 1976-1978
1	Front Tire: 2.7-21 45P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop K550 Trail
1	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
2	Rear Tire: 4.1-18 59P	Tubed Tire(TT)	Dunlop Trailmax D604 Trail

Stay Smooth: This is common sense--avoid potholes and sharp objects on the road that can compromise your tire's integrity. The same goes for curbs.

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.

Motorcycle tires work in much more brutal environment then car tires. Because of many factors such as load carried, horsepower and torque produced, and this being applied to a contact surface that is very small by comparison, one can understand why the tires are not only expensive but also work in a much more demanding environment. Therefore keeping the tire pressure correct and routine tire inspection is critical.

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.