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Post  carolinadrifter Sun Aug 30, 2009 2:18 pm

Gonna go darkside with my 1800R with the 205/65 16 Hydro-Edge. I'd even go 215 if I knew it would fit without rubbing. Do you use the factory recommed pressure on the tire or what pressure do you run?

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Post  Larry Simpson Sun Aug 30, 2009 2:28 pm

I run 32,some run over 40,everyone has to find their comfort zone.Just play with it a couple lbs. at a time until you get it zeroed in you will know it when you find it. Very Happy Very Happy
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Post  spud1800r Sun Aug 30, 2009 7:54 pm

yea, what Larry said! I started at 40, ran it for 5k miles, dropped it to 38, ran the rest of the season on that. Couple of months ago, I dropped it to 35, and WOW cheers what a difference, like a whole different tire. Even better than before! It's a PIA to tweek the pressure, but worth it when you find the right number.
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Post  Oldsmobility Sun Aug 30, 2009 11:52 pm

Based on the videos I've seen, you get alot bigger contact patch running lower pressure. I'd been running 32 psi in my rear m/c tire, so I just kept running the same pressure in my c/t and am very happy with it. The lower air pressure also translates into a smoother ride, which is always a plus.

I know when it comes to cars, you're supposed to run the pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, so I don't see why that rule wouldn't apply for motorcycles as well.
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