Tire pressures

Twice a week. Front 36, Rear 40 since I always have my partner with me.

[Majicbringer]

I keep the rear at 40, since I never know when I'm going to have someone riding with me; plus the bike seems a bit snappier with the higher PSI when solo.

Originally Posted by John Brown

I check weekly; doing so pretty much takes care of ambient temp compensation I guess . . .

JB

Neglected to mention I run factory recommended pressures, front & rear. Also, I run a solo saddle and I have removed rear foot pegs entirely, so I never ride two-up.

JB

[glennmartinez]

I have a XL1200C 2007, What is the recommended pressure riding single and for riding double?
Mahalo,
Glenn Martinez

[frisco-rigid]

Hey Glen

If you ever read about or go to the tire manufacturers web-sites one of the first things that is discussed is tire pressures..
It is always stated to never go over the Max Tire Pressure stamped on the side of the tire..

Sooo, it's kinda up to you to maybe start there when your Flower Blossom is behind you and try diff pressures down to achieve what you feel is the best riding..

When alone simply try the same method,, start high then adjust and see where you like it most.. But you don't need to get tooo awful concerned about it cuz once you find a good pressure for you it's usually fine for your sweety too until you start packing stuff in the saddle bags also for a weekend trip.. Well,,, that's my experince anyway..

Since all sickles and riders are diff, it is up to you to find what is best for you by staying with-in the tire manufacturers specs.. I'd bet a dime to a doughnut it usually ends up being only 3 - 5 lbs. less than max..

Remember this--- Others can only suggest what has been best for them but you are your sickles best friend and mechanic, only you will discover and be responsible for what is best for your sickle..

Also,, check pressure when cold,, if you release pressure throughout the day and find what feels best,,, check to see what that pressure ended up being the next day when tires are cold..

[Softailzz]

Didn't know you had to check the tires!! I thought that was why we put those little fancy caps on the stems, to keep all the air in the damn tire. Guess that was a waste of money!!

35 front, 40 rear, checked every other week.
Oh yeah, Frisco said it best.

[flathead512]

I just had my back tire replaced on my 04 Electra Glide it had 18,094 miles, the front is still going strong. I was told that the average mileage is 10-12 thousand for a tire?

So to answer your questions yes, it looks like checking my tires on a regular basis has paid off for me!!! As a matter of fact my pre-ride inspection(bad rear tire tread) may have saved me and the old lady last week with all the rain heading to the Hog Rally in Vt. I hate to say it but we took the truck

Safety First!

[tennesseecanefan]

I usually check them once a month as with my other vehicles, unless something feels or looks wrong. I guess the bad thing is I store my bike in a basement garage where the temperature is always cool. The outside air temperature however is always different, winter or summer. Not sure how much ambient air effects the pressure but it has to somewhat. Bottom line is (checking tire pressure cold) is a relative statement.

[4cams]

Originally Posted by glennmartinez

I have a XL1200C 2007, What is the recommended pressure riding single and for riding double?
Mahalo,
Glenn Martinez

I checked my owners manual, it says 30# front and 40# with a passenger. 30# up front and 36# rear solo, that's what I run. It goes on to say over and over "NEVER OVER INFLATE YOUR TIRES". Under inflated will cause handling problems but over inflated can blow up. I needed a car a couple of weeks ago and rented one that showed tire pressure while I was driving. I never knew how much they gain pressure at higher speeds, 5# or more, maybe even at lower speeds. So read what's on the side-wall of the tire and don't exceed what they say or it could be bad news my friend.