Tire Air Pressure

[finless]

Be aware my BRP gauge that came with the bike was off by over 2 lbs.

I bought this one and then checked it's accuracy and it is right on.

http://store.valueaccessories.net/TireProDigitalTireGauge.aspx

It does not help with the valve stem problem but I don't seem to have an issue using it.

Bob

 

[LEEB]

Proper air pressure

I've only had my RT-S for 300 miles and was unsure of the handeling----yes I know riding a motorcycle for the last 55 years might have had a bit to do with the "strange " handeling in the corners:dontknow:. so-- I put on the heavyer anti-sway bar. It helped ---but reading the owners manual again ( and again) I realized that I had not checked the tire pressure when the bike was delivered to me. :lecturef_smilie:

So when I checked the pressure this evening----about 12 psi on the fronts and 23psi on the back. So assuming that the stealership will deliver a very expensive vehical with the correct tire pressure has reaffermed what assume means ( ass of u and me)

Michaels Motorsports of Reno will be getting an ear full tomrrow!!!

Kaos

Once you get the air pressure to where it should be you should find a lot of improvement. What are you setting the pressure at on your Spyder? My dealer said 20 in front and 25 in rear, although I am going to elevate the rear to around 28, per input from this great forum. That is, once I get a way to correctly check the rear air pressure. Good luck with that new ride. They're great!!

 

[finless]

Look on the left rear tire swing arm. There is a sticker there that tells you the tire pressure ranges.

I am running 19.5 front and 28 rear. BUT my rear tire is now a Yokohama S drive.

Bob

 

[Chupaca]

Double headed....

I have never had a problem when using a double headed truck style chuck. You can air up from either side of the rim.

if you get the built in air guage model its a breeze...:thumbup:

 

[SpyderAnn01]

My 2014 tool kit has a digital tire gauge in it. It's a slim form factor and fits the opening required to check the rear tire pressure.

Wow, they were missing in 2013 and I have never looked in my kit for 14. I use a gauge with a flexible hose and keep one on my Spyder.

 

[LEEB]

No contortionist

You are absolutely correct on that rear tire valve. the present location is ridiculous! I was able to get my air compressor onto it but you have to almost be a contortionist???????????? tougher time was getting the air tester on the valve...
BIG F

...and a pot bellied 67 year old man is no contortionist!!!

 

[Lew L]

contortionist

Yes the rear tire valve is "poorly" placed but it really isnt too bad---if your a 67 year old ex-gymnast.It's been over 45 years years since I've been on the rings or pommel horse but I still can " contort".

Kaos

 

[RTL1330]

Tire pressure check

I just ride in to my tire dealer KAL tire and a nice young tech does free air service for me.