It is necessary for any rider to have proper knowledge about all that is related with tires and its performance. Various issues related with tires like its construction, its maintenance and care, how to mount and dismount it, how to troubleshoot and to take precautions, must be known by the rider so that he can make the most out of them. Let’s have a closer look at these essential areas:

1.Right Size: Basically sizing is nothing but a process of choosing the right tire by evaluating the width of the rim. What does it mean is that the tires must not be wider or narrower than its original equipment tires as it may result into distortion in motorcycle handling if chosen otherwise.

2.Pressure: Due to temperature the pressure increases and so it is really important for the rider to check the pressure of tires on a regular basis especially during winter season. It is a better idea to check the manufacturer’s reference table in case the rider is in doubt or doesn’t know about the right pressure for his tires.

3.The Wear: The rider must regularly inspect the wear indicator in the tire grooves so that he may know when the tire needs a replacement. The rider must check the whether the wear indicators are leveled with the surface of the tread at any point or not, then only he will be able to make out whether a replacement is required or not.

4.Valve Caps: Valve caps not only help in the prevention of air loss but also help in avoiding dirt from entering the valves.

5.Warm-up: The rider is always advised to begin riding at a moderate speed which helps in gradually conditioning the tires up to their normal operating temperature. If the tires have achieved a full warm-up already then they will have an optimal grip.

6.Break-in: For the first 50 kilometers of ride, the rider must avoid rapid acceleration or hard cornering, up to the extent when the tread area is totally worn off.

7.Repairs: A rider must be known to the basics of motorcycle repairs so that he doesn’t find himself helpless in case he encounters any unforeseen damage. So it is always good for a rider to try and learn the basics of motorcycle repairs.

The particle knowledge of all the above points not only helps a rider to maintain his motorcycle but by knowing them he also becomes a good rider as then he already be known to the aspects which may create problems later.