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Read the tyre wall, it should have the pressure envelope there. Any pressure within that range should be okay. If you want less rolling resistance inflate the tyre to the higher end of the range.
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What is triathlon bike?
a triathlon bike is like a road bike, thinner then mountain bike tires..
Should you keep a low pressure on new road bike tires?
No. Maintain the pressure stated on the side wall of the tire.
What is the best mountain bike tires for the 18 speed mountain bike?
There are a few good mountain bikes tires that would suit a 18 speed bike. I would go to a bike store and ask.there's different tires for what type of riding you doing but everyone have their own way they like their bikes from handle bars to tires. There's no best part. It's just what's good for you
Where can someone purchase dirt bike tires?
Someone can purchase dirt bike tires from Rocky Mountain ATV and Motorcycle in Payson Utah. One can also shop at Motor Sport for dirt bike tires. Local bike shops in one's area will have dirt bike tires also.
Is it harder to ride a bike with fat tires?
No, if the tires are inflated to correct pressure it may be easier.
What is a mountain bike?
A mountain bike is basically a bike meant to be strong enough to be ridden off road. It's overall stronger and has wider tires than other bikes.
What is mountain bike tire pressure?
40 psi
How does low air pressure in bike tires reduce the efficiency of a bike?
low tires cause drag and it takes more to push these tires down the road. most bikes run about 40psi.
Why are bike tires inflated to a higher pressure than car tires?
Becuse that's what it says on the sidewall of the tire... "inflate to...". Bike tires have a higher number there than car tires do. ;-). OK - actually it is a factor of the ratio of the tire's footprint size to the weight supported. Bike tires have a very small area that contacts the surface and therefore require a higher pressure to support the weight.
How much pressure should go in a bike?
Not more than what the tires are rated for, which is printed on the sidewalls of the tires. You can run lower if you wish, but eventually that will increase your risk of getting pinch flats.
What should the tire pressure be in your bicycle tire?
Depends on the type of bike, for a mountain bike, usually 40-60psi and around 90-130 for a road bike. Check the side of your tyre, it should have a min and max psi on it somewhereIf this is about how much pressure to put inthere:Depends on brand and model of your tires. Your best bet is to look at the tire sidewall where maximum recommended pressure just about always is listed. If that feels bumpy you can experiment with lower pressures, but don't drop the pressure to the point where you can feel the rim contacting the ground.If this is about how much is there:Short of measuring, there's no way to know.
Is the air pressure the same in bicycle tires and car tires and why would it be different?
It is not the same, as car tires contain much greater volumes of air. The same amount of air that would raise the pressure slightly on a car tire could over-inflate a bike tire. Motorcycle tires typically fall in the middle of these tire sizes. A car tire contains a greater VOLUME of air at a lower PRESSURE. A bicycle tire has a lesser VOLUME of air at a GREATER PRESSURE. Some bicycle tires can be inflated to well over 90 PSI. The tires on my touring bike are inflated to 75 PSI. That's WELL over what should be in most passenger car tires. Some things to remember: When looking for the correct tire pressure for an automobile DO NOT go by what's printed on the tire, that is the MAXIMUM PRESSURE FOR MAXIMUM LOAD! YOU CAN CAUSE A BLOW-OUT BY INFLATING YOUR CAR TIRES INCORRECTLY! There is usually a sticker on the driver's side door jamb that tells what the pressure should be. OR CHECK THE OWNERS MANUAL Be sure to CHECK THE PRESSURE WHEN THE TIRE IS COLD! Oddly enough the CORRECT pressure, or range of pressures, is printed on the side wall of most all bike tires. It's important to check for the correct tire pressure on your bike to avoid "pinch" flats and to protect the rims and tires. It's normal for both car and bike tires to lose pressure if they are left standing for any time.
