Ever hit a bump or stone and thought “oh that didn’t feel good”. Whats the likely cause? Under inflated bike tyres. It’s important that your bike tyres are pumped up correctly so that they function well.
Correct tyre pressure is important because;
- Spongy, soft tyres make it harder to ride
- You are much more likely to get a puncture
- If they are really flat you can damage your rim which wrecks your wheel
- Your tyres naturally lose air over time so it’s a good idea to have a routine in place where you check them. goRide recommends a pre-ride check before every ride. This check should include a squeeze test of your tyres.
You will find we have lots of stories on The Bike Tyre. These stories explain the terms and tasks introduced in the Pumping Up A Bike Tyre video and should be read to help with your understanding . If you’re not sure how to pump up your bike tyre check out our video…
Please note that any pre-ride bike check or tyre inflation does not replace a more comprehensive bike assessment or bike maintenance that should be completed on your bike. How often this is done depends on how often you ride your bike. We recommend a thorough check at least once a month. It is also a good idea to do a comprehensive check before you go on longer duration bike rides like a bike tour or multi day riding holiday. It reduces the risk for any mechanical surprises.
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