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MODEL SPECIFIC => BIG BANDIT BANTER => Topic started by: Kamzilla on March 14, 2005, 02:32:45 PM

Title: Inflation
Post by: Kamzilla on March 14, 2005, 02:32:45 PM

I'm currently running Metzler Z-6's and have a question about inflation.  Do you guys follow the PSI specs that are given in the bike's manual or does tire pressure change from tire to tire?

Title: Inflation
Post by: B12Teuton on March 14, 2005, 02:51:14 PM

From tire to tire, from bike to bike, from one riding style to another... even temperature.
There are many factors.  I consider the psi the factory recommends as a starting point.

Title: Inflation
Post by: Red01 on March 14, 2005, 06:33:30 PM

Quote from: "B12Teuton"

I consider the psi the factory recommends as a starting point.

A very good starting point. If you're the type that's reluctant to experiment around, stick with the sticker.

Title: Inflation
Post by: ray nielsen on March 15, 2005, 08:50:01 PM

In older days of bias ply tires we often looked for a cold to hot pressure rise of about 10%, indicating the tire was flexing and generating enough heat to raise the pressure that amount.

I believe, after a conversatinon with the Michelin rep. at a recent trade show, that radials probably don't generate as much heat and the number should probably be closer to a 5% rise is pressure.

This seems to be true for my Bandit 1200 with Metzeler ME880 radials, at least in the summer weather.

Title: Inflation
Post by: aussiebandit on March 16, 2005, 07:36:57 AM

When I spoke with my mechanic re the low milage I got out of the M1 rear he suggested that any of the Sports - Sports/Touring Metzlers should be run at 40psi, with the front at 36psi.  Then, with a glint in his eye, said "if your on a track day/racing go down at least 4psi from stock pressures".

Title: Inflation
Post by: Steve on March 17, 2005, 05:15:31 AM

I set the pressure at 34 F and 36 R right out of the Metz guide. Feels great and seems to wearing well.

Steve

Title: Inflation
Post by: Kamzilla on March 31, 2005, 10:57:15 AM

I sent an e-mail to Metzler with this question and here's what they replied with:

min 32 front 36 rear. best mileage would be with 38 to 40 front and 40 to 42
rear. ride safe.
Thank you for your interest in our company and products.
Best Regards.

Customer Service
Metzeler MOTO

Title: Inflation
Post by: Jacknife on March 31, 2005, 12:06:46 PM

Wow, thats good, have just got my new Z6 on the front now and had the read Z6 fitted over a week ago and was going to post an enquiry on tyre pressures. this is mint dont need to wait now! :beers:

Title: Inflation
Post by: B6mick on May 19, 2005, 06:48:22 AM

42 psi rear dry conditions dropped to 40 psi in wet and cold conditions,
38 psi front dry conditions dropped to 36 psi in wet and cold conditions.

I may drop another 2 psi out of front and rear when and not to often when its really cold frosty mornings 0 - 2 degrees c. But I find that half way through the day I have to put a couple of psi back in, starts to feel like I;m riding on sponge rubber.