Your tyre pressure needs to be high enough to minimise energy losses from the deformation of the tyre and to offer predictable handling through corners. But you also need it low enough to absorb, rather than bounce over, imperfections in the road. In this article, we’ll run through why ty...
8. Check your tyres and tyre pressures Reduced tyre pressure will create a bigger contact patch with the road for more grip. - Russell Burton / Immediate Media Unlike car tyres, cycle tyres are not prone to aquaplaning because of their narrower widths, so it’s not necessary to have a tr...
Q: How often should I check the air in my inner tubes?A: Regular checks are essential; frequency depends on material and usage. Latex tubes might need weekly checks, while butyl tubes can last longer without losing much air. Q: Are there eco-friendly options a...
2. Tyres must be inflated to the right pressure. That means sticking to the pressure recommended by both your vehicle manufacture and the tyre manufacturer. When should I change my tyres? Check your tyre tread depth more often once they get down to 3 mm. Aim to replace tyres before the t...
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(electric windows, steering angle sensor, sunroof, clock and audio, tyre pressure monitoring) may be required. If the car is equipped with an automatic start-stop system, this should also be initialised. This means that the start-stop function is always available immediately after battery...
I'm curious—how often or after how many miles do people typically check or change their mechanical disc brake pads? I've been bikepacking for a while but never really followed a maintenance schedule. A few weeks ago, I took my bike to a mechanic because I heard some noise. The mechanic...
Check the owner’s manual for the ideal tire pressure. Tire’s alignment should be correct and change then when worn out. Change the air filter when it gets dirty. Don’t load the trunk with too much stuff. Change oil at regular intervals. The electric version may offer the best mileage...
According to Sheldon Brown, if the rivet is less than 1/16″ past the mark, your chain is ok. If it’s between 1/16″ and 1/8″ past the mark you’ll likely need a new chain, but your sprockets should be ok. If it’s more than 1/8″ past the mark, you’ll have to repla...
“You just want to keep it loose,” he says. “Keep it fun. Give them a little information, but they should stream out of there going, ‘Okay, I’m not going to forget that meeting where everybody had their dog.’ And then you’ve accomplished your goal.” ...