Tire pressure - PR4’s

[Esti1300]

Just curious, do you guys run a few psi lower in the colder weather? Heard a some guy talking about getting more “grip” in the fall weather on “colder” roads.
I’m currently running 42 psi front and rear.

 

[st11ray]

I run 42-42 year round.

 

[Larry Fine]

Less pressure = more flexing = warmer tires = better grip.

 

[sky.high]

42 Front, 44 Rear, here throughout the ridding season, we're always two up on the ST. Apparently our winters don't make for good riding unless you're on a C90 , a new meaning to cold weather riding!

 

[SMSW]

42/42 I don't ride once they salt the roads here, unless rain washes it away. Since most of us are running tires no more than 5 years old, decreasing the pressure to cause more flexing and increased heat buildup is probably not going to cause tire problems. However, I've not seen any tire manufacturer recommend this. My tires tend to heat up in any weather within a few miles, as shown on my TPMS, and I've never had adhesion problems riding in my lil ole conservative way. On the other hand, if you ride in a more spirited fashion, and you need all the grip you can get, maybe then you should stick to what works best for you. YMMV

 

[Esti1300]

Apparently our winters don't make for good riding unless you're on a C90 , a new meaning to cold weather riding!

 

[ToddC]

I ran 42/42. Always saw cupping on the rear. Because of an unplanned wheel and tire change, I am going to the Michelin 5 tires. Will report back after a few hundred miles. T

 

[Tdinova]

42 42

 

[pmatulew]

42 42. Just need to give them another minute to come up to temperature.

 

[Sheriff41]

I keep mine at 42 psi (cold) front and rear.

 

[Kevcules]

I'm trying 40/40 on my new bridgestone tires and we'll see what happens. I've noticed how high the pressure gets on a hot summer day after a ride.

 

[CYYJ]

I run 42-42 year round.

Me too. Those pressures work just fine, for grip and for long tread life.

Michael

 

[STJohnS]

What tire gauge do you use? My digital one won't fit in the space between the rear hub and the tire stem.
I just got new tires and the installer said "I have them at 36 and 41". I said "No - make it 42/42 per Honda's guidance" He said "Oh yea, that makes sense".
Thanks, John

 

[SteveST1300]

I have been playing with many different pressures you should run whatever feels good to you 42/42 is a recommended pressure but if its hot you may want to start out with a bit less pressure as the pressure will rise as the tire heats up to me it doesn't make sense that 42/42 is written in stone. Check out www.davemosstuning.com its interesting.

 

[tjhiggin]

What tire gauge do you use? My digital one won't fit in the space between the rear hub and the tire stem.

Get you some 90-degree valve stems. This thread, message #20, tells how to order them. Then, next time you get new tires, have the shop install the new stems. You'll be glad you did.

 

[SMSW]

What tire gauge do you use?

Next time you change tires, get the TPMS 'T' shaped valve. They are all metal, and you can use virtually any gauge. Who knows, you might someday go for an external TPMS. They are available from Hawkshead or FOBO as well as other vendors.

 

[STJohnS]

Thanks for the suggestions. I still need a solution for now since the tires are brand new but these other stems look very cool.

 

[Bush]

Thanks for the suggestions. I still need a solution for now since the tires are brand new but these other stems look very cool.

Get a digital gauge, like the one shown in this article. Any auto parts store should have them.

Best Tire Pressure Gauge Buying Guide - Consumer Reports

Shopping for a tire pressure gauge? Read about types, features, and other must-know topics in our tire pressure gauge buying guide to make an informed choice.

www.consumerreports.org

 

[Tdinova]

42 42 when tire is cold. I should have added that part the 1st time

 

[Esti1300]

Thanks so much for the input gents; I will stay the course at 42.