RC51 John Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 I was having issues with the front of the RC not feeling right and a bit unstable. While on the Dayton run I noticed an issue with my front tire.I was wondering what the heck could be causing this.Needless to say it's not the tires fault. I checked the PSI and it was at 22. Yes that's right 22 PSI.So, because I didn't take the time to check my tire pressure I need to shell out some $$ for a new front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 your front has not so much tread. not sure if you knew this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Classic sign or inproper tire PSI. If you only knew how many riders have cupped tires out there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 that sucks man! sounds like it's time to "git to the pony" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dweezel Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Classic sign or inproper tire PSI. If you only knew how many riders have cupped tires out there...So is that too little, or too much pressure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 22 is about half pressure (at least on my bike), I run at 41 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Sticker on the 'busa says 42psi front and rear whether you're riding solo or pillion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Same thing happened to me. Brand new 2CT. I didn't bother checking the pressure. Put more than 1000 miles on it. Felt great in the corners!! All of a sudden, I get the wobbles at 120+ MPH. I checked my pressure..and it's a little below 30. I bumped it up to 40 to compare...wobbles are gone, but now I have a cupped BRAND NEW tire. Grrrr. Oh wait..make that *had* instead of *have*. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Sticker on the 'busa says 42psi front and rear whether you're riding solo or pillion.That's max cold PSI, no? That's aweful high pressure... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 That's max cold PSI, no? That's aweful high pressure...I was thinking the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 So is that too little, or too much pressure?Often times, it is due to too little. Some guys read the max cold PSI and think that's the amount they need. In fact, it is simply the max it can handle. Often, you really shouldn't need more than 35-38, but it depends on how you ride, what your level is, etc.Just running the freeway? Run higher PSI for fuel savings. Carving corners? Run lower to heat the tires to temp and add grip...It all boils down to what you're doing, but 22 on the front no matter what is WAY too low. I don't think anywhere below 30 is good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 30 would be my lower limit..but even with 30, if you do any high speed breaking, you are more prone to cupping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
street pilot Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 It's definitely cupped.Just like car tires, lots of things can contribute. Tire pressure, balance, suspension adjustment (or lack of), etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 cupping i hate cupping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoner1320 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 I have a B cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 I have a B cup.So off topic, yet so relevant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 I have a B cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 I have a B cup.that I believe, chunky... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoner1320 Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 that I believe, chunky...Hey I resemble that!!!!!! Is it wrong to have bigger ones than the wife?????????????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Ok, I am going to unsubscribe from this thread. it's making my shingina hurt all of a sudden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brennan Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 cupping? explain to this newb? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
street pilot Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 cupping? explain to this newb? Just like a car tire, irregular tire wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brennan Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Just like a car tire, irregular tire wear.ahhbut is it still rideable on a bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoner1320 Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 yes but it is not healthy to do so. makes for a rough ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Some people like a ruff ride...I usually run about 33 on the street Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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