What is the recommended tire pressure for motorcycles?

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Maddox
07/28/25 8:08pm
The normal tire pressure for motorcycles is 1.7 for the front wheel and 2.5 for the rear wheel. Detailed explanation is as follows: 1. Air pressure is the lifeline of tires: Both excessive and insufficient pressure will shorten the tire's service life. Insufficient pressure increases tire body deformation, easily causing cracks on the tire sidewalls while generating flexing movements that lead to excessive heat, promoting rubber aging, fatigue in the cord ply, and cord breakage. It also increases the tire's contact area with the ground, accelerating shoulder wear. 2. Excessive pressure: Overinflation causes excessive stretching deformation of the tire cords, reducing the tire body's elasticity and increasing the load on the vehicle during driving. In case of impact, it may cause internal cracks or even bursts. Additionally, excessive pressure accelerates tread wear and reduces puncture resistance.
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