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This guide will equip you with the essentials of tire care.

Bicycle Tire MAINTENANCE

Uneven Wear

Uneven wear on the front and rear tires can cause a handling issue or vibration.

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Check the tire on the front and the rear for any uneven wear. It will need immediate correction and replacement if any uneven wear and tear is observed

INAPPROPRIATE TIRE SIZES

Incorrect tire sizes can cause serious handling issues

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Make sure the tire size(s) are as per the OE or tire manufacturer recommendations.

MIXING RADIAL AND BIAS TIRES

Mixing of Radial and Bias tires on the front and rear position

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Make sure that the type of tire used on both front and rear positions are the same.

Tube vs Tubeless TIres

Tube Tires

a) The Tube is designed to retain air in the tire. The inner liner is not designed for this function.

b) The inner liner is designed to protect the casing plies from the tube abrasion.

c) The TT wheel rims in most cases do not have a hump design because the inflated tube ensures bead seating.

Tubeless Tires

a) Air retention is the sole purpose of the inner liner.

b) The bead is designed to air-lock the tire-rim assembly and grasp the tire on to the rim.

c) When a tire is externally penetrated by an object, the inner liner grips the object to prevent the loss of pressure

NOTICE: Never interchange a tubeless tire with a tube tire, and vice-versa because components of each type of tire are designed to function differently from each other.

SAFE CYCLING TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND

Never bicycle against the direction of traffic

Do not fail to yield, as bicycle accidents generally occur at intersections.

Do not jump stop signs or red lights.

Never ride at night without reflective clothing or gear

Do not weave in and out of riding lanes

Avoid ‘hugging’ the curb

Never ride on sidewalks

Avoid motor vehicle blind spots

Do not be distracted while riding

How to ride safe at night?

Wear reflective clothing. It makes you more visible to other road users at night.

Use safety gear, especially a helmet

The law requires you to have a white front light visible from 500 feet away, red rear light or reflector, and pedal or wheel reflectors. For extra visibility, add one or more red rear lights to your bike.

Remain on high alert while riding in the night to notice upcoming hazards early.

Do not ride close to parked cars to avoid getting hit by carelessly opened doors.

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