(07-25-2020, 05:04 PM)darrell Wrote: Until about 10 years ago I used to change tire pressures based on the load I was carrying. This likely was a result of the bike manuals giving you different numbers to use based on load. There was a period of time when I would set tire pressures based on a 10% increase from cold to hot. Now I just set the RS at 38/42
Yep, BMW used to call for different tire pressures based on load.
The 10% rule was when we ran bias ply tires. I don't know if this still applies with radial tires.
The important thing is to use a method that works for you and check your tire pressure every day or every other day on trips using a gauge or TPM and to check for things stuck in your tire.
I usually need to remind Deb to check the TPM reading. That whole instrument panel thing doesn't interest her.
Gas gauge, TPM, speedometer, oil level, doesn't matter, she travels with a servant to keep track of minor issues.
Lee
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT