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Pre-Ride Inspections
Tires
Tire Pressure
Check tire pressure before riding, when the tires are cold. This will provide the most accurate
reading, as riding warms the tires and increases tire air pressure.
Adjust tire pressure as needed based on the total weight of your intended load. See page 191.
Tire Condition
Inspect the tire sidewalls, road contact surface and tread base. If inspection reveals cuts,
punctures, cracks or other wear or damage, replace the tire before riding.
Tire Tread Depth
Measure the tread depth near the center of the tread on both tires. See page 190. Replace any
"
tire with a tread depth of less than 1/16
(1.7 mm).
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