chewbacca
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Just something to think about, do motorcycle racing teams or car racing teams call the vehicle manufacturer for a recommended tire pressure? Racing guys, even when a tire rep is supporting the team adjust pressure to meet conditions. When you look up most bike tires they usually have a statement to the effect of what the bike manufacturer recommends. Avon used to have specific recommendations. I don't recall Michelin, Metzler or Dunlop having them but that changed from time to time. As previously stated that sidewall pressure is a max loaded pressure. There is an old timers rule of thumb and I'll probably screw it up. Set the pressure cold. Go ride for maybe half an hour. Check the pressure. If it goes up about 10% your good. More than 10%, add some air and try again. Less than that, let some air out.
IMO, to get good, consistent readings you have to measure cold. Also, don't use the TPS readings for anything else than to determine you have leak.
IMO, to get good, consistent readings you have to measure cold. Also, don't use the TPS readings for anything else than to determine you have leak.