The question I get asked about tire pressure is always “what tire pressure should I have?”.
Besides the puncturing of the tire a flat can be caused by: failure of or damage to the valve stem; rubbing of the tire against the road with low pressure, ripping the tire, or separation of tire and rim by collision with another object; excessive wear of the tire tread allowing explosive tire failure or allowing road debris to tear through it.
Some tires, particularly those with a slow leak, and small puncture can be repaired and re-inflated; others, especially those with worn tread, must be replaced.
Those with a slow leak, and small puncture there is a quick fix that can be used on the road. The product is called Flat -A-Fix (click here)
Driving or Riding with a flat tire
When a flat tire occurs, drivers are advised to slow down gradually and pull off the road. Continuing to drive may damage the rim, yes the wheel and hub possibly other components unrepairable damage. Driving with a flat tire, especially at high speeds, may result in a loss of control and an accident.
On a bicycle, a flat tire will compromise handling, as well as increasing rolling resistance.
Proper tire pressure lets your bike roll quickly, ride smoothly, and avoid flats. Narrow tires need more air pressure than wide ones: Road bicycle tires typically require 80 to 130 psi(pounds per square inch); mountain tires, 25 to 35 psi; and hybrid tires 40 to 70 psi. Lets add the new fat bike tires riders use 8 to 25 psi. yes 8 psi for soft conditions (ex:Beach,Snow) and 20-25 psi for urban riding.
The Onyx Motorbikes uses a 2.75 tire. The side wall of the tire indicates 40 psi required. I have gone around and have asked multiple sources as to what they tire pressure they use and what did they find works for them given weight and size of each individual varies. here are my findings.
I weight 168 lb and use 28psi in the rear wheel and 30psi in the front wheel. Currently riding with all original shocks. The rear shocks have been set to the second notch provided making the shock a bit stiffer. Keep in mind at times I have a passenger onboard.
These measurements are based riders with on stock bikes. The changing of temperature due to weather and seasons will also impact tire pressure so be sure to check tire pressure weekly especially if it has been sitting stagnant. Upgraded suspension or battery will change bike weight and handling.
The Pressure should be reduced if an individual is riding on soft conditions (ex:Beach,Snow) by 5-8 psi given that the tire are still a 2.75 (width of tire will determine proper psi) check side wall of tire which states max psi if the psi indicated is 40 psi graph may be applied.
List of tools for flat that can be repaired on the road.
Flat-A-Fix (Click Here)
Electric Air Inflator/Pump (Click Here)
List of tools for flat that can be repaired without removing wheel off the bike.
Rim Protector(Click Here)
Iron Tire Lever Set(Click Here)
or
Tire Lever Set(Click Here) (preferred)
Patch Kit (Click Here)
List of tools for a flat that requires the wheel to be removed.
Front Wheel 19mm Box Wrench(Click Here)
Rear Wheel 22mm Box Wrench(Click Here)
or
Standard 1/2 inch 12 piece Socket Wrench Set(Click Here)
For The Non Turn Plate and Brake Adjustment/Removal
Stubby Allen Key(Click Here)
If you own a 1/2 ratchet
Standard 1/2 inch 7 Piece Allen Key Set(Click Here) ratchet not included
10mm Box Wrench(Click Here)
Motor Cable Velcro Straps(Click Here)
It is much easier to work with the bike elevated off the ground. majority of bike lift need to be bolted into the ground, here is an option that doesn’t and meets the weight requirement to lift the bike. Use the straps for extra measure they are the same ones recommend to secure the battery in its tray for an added measure during larger impacts on the road.
Bike Lift(Click Here)
Large Velcro Straps(Click Here)
Thank you for stopping by, leave a comment below with any questions regarding this article. Ride Safe and see you out there.
