What are the types of motorcycle tires?

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Nathaniel
07/29/25 4:10pm
Traditional motorcycle tires come in two types: one is coded, and the other is metric. The coded designation method uses "b-d" to represent the tire, where "b" is the tire's cross-sectional width, and "d" is the diameter of the tire's inner diameter and rim diameter, measured in inches. The "-" in the middle indicates a low-pressure tire. Replacement time depends on the situation: The general replacement time for tires is 3-5 years or after traveling 60,000-80,000 kilometers. Tire aging time: The main material of tires is rubber, which undergoes natural aging. This is mainly manifested by the tire becoming hard and the sidewalls covered with small cracks. The natural aging time is generally 4-5 years. Tires should be replaced promptly after 5 years of use to prevent the risk of blowouts. Observing tire wear: If the tire is severely worn, and the tread pattern is level with the wear indicator, the tire needs to be replaced. Otherwise, braking on wet or slippery roads will be more difficult, and the vehicle is prone to losing control. Driving on excessively rough roads can also lead to blowouts.
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