6 replies to this topic

[Stilly]

Hi all just wondering what psi should I be running in my front and rear tyre, I have had around 7psi in both, is this too much or not enough,

[BenBeta23]

I run 4 1/2 in the rear and 5 1/2 in the front, Depends on your weight though really.

[EastCoastHopper]

I run between 3 and 4 psi in the rear and 5 to 7 in the front. If it's muddy and really slippery I run a bit lower, if it's dry and rocky, I run it a bit higher. I no longer use a gauge, just my hand. I like the front to be fairly firm and the rear I can put my thumb against the center of the tread and push it in about halfway to the rim. BenBeta23 is right about the weight thing too. If you're heavy and run it too soft, you risk denting the rear rim and getting a front flat.

Edited by EastCoastHopper, 15 December 2010 - 05:41 PM.

[helloyes]

I run 6psi in the front and 2.5-3 psi in the rear seems to work down here in muddy gloucestershire !!!

[chewy]

probably what the other guys said but also dont forget that ambient temperature makes a big difference as well cold tyres are stiff like old trials riders

[Stilly]

Thanks for the info I will try 4 rear and 7 front f now and go from there.

[Neo]

Tuning tyres is like tuning suspension and one effects the other too. Be aware of the limitation and try-test, try-test, try-test, try-test, try-test, try-test, try-test, try-test!!

Best of Xmas balance to you
Neo