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drsmith

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air pressure
« on: April 28, 2017, 10:40:55 PM »
how many PSI should I run in the tires of my Grand Vista 250?

Mr. Paul

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Re: air pressure
« Reply #1 on: April 29, 2017, 12:54:23 AM »
25 front. 28 rear.
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CROSSBOLT

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Re: air pressure
« Reply #2 on: April 29, 2017, 01:15:43 AM »
29 front, 32 rear, page 35 of owner's manual, bottom right. Free PDF download. Mr. Paul has the pressures for single rider, mine are for two-up. Or you and a whole buncha freight!

Karl
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Re: air pressure
« Reply #3 on: April 29, 2017, 10:28:45 AM »
Make sure you fill/check your air pressure when the bike is stone cold.
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Re: air pressure
« Reply #4 on: May 03, 2017, 11:59:14 PM »
Take your bike over to Discount Tire where they check you tires for free. I've already done it for my 125cc agility bike. I make sure I do it monthly now.
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Re: air pressure
« Reply #5 on: May 08, 2017, 01:57:33 PM »
Tires are used to protect the rims of your wheels.
They also improve traction under various conditions.
Selection and inflation pressure will enhance or be a detriment to the suspension activity and ride quality.
The manufacturer will advise size and inflation ranges for optimal performance under common conditions.
You must decide if there may be a few more un-avoidable potholes and sharp-edged aprons in your daily travels that might warrant change.

The owner of a busy tire shop once advised me that for autos, 2 to 4lbs more than advised for the rear was best, and enough to keep the tire on the rim appropriate for the fronts. (I'd use a little more than that ! )

Cargo loading on a minimal piece of equipment such as a scooter can bring Huge changes !
Be prepared to adjust inflation pressure to suit the immediate occasion at hand.

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