PR (Ply Rating): defines the tire’s load index; however, this notation is no longer much used except for a few conventional tires. TL (Tubeless): refers to a tubeless tire construction Pattern: provides reference on the version and the tread design IMP (Implement): means that the tire...
A method for applying a sheet of flexible material to a cylindrical body is described. The sheet of material may be ply or a tire building component such as a liner. The method includes the steps of receiving the sheet of flexible material onto a conveyor belt of a conveyor table, where...
BUT, there is a line where pressures become too low, so we will tell you how to find the perfect pressure for your riding. Lower tire pressures allow you to get more grip and comfort from your setup Finding the right tire pressure means finding yourself! Your perfect tire pressure is ...
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It gives the tire the strength it needs to stay seated on the wheel rim and to handle the forces applied by tire mounting machines when the tires are installed on rims. The body is made up of several layers of different fabrics, called plies. The most common ply fabric is polyester cord...
The next figure needed to read tire size numbers is your tire's load index. The load index tells us how much weight, in pounds, the tire can support when fully inflated: P225/70R16 91S. It is called the load "index" because the figure doesn't tell us the precise number of pounds...
While tires may look simple from the outside, they are actually made of several parts: the tread, bead, sidewall, shoulder, and ply. Each component uses rubber in a unique way to create a strong, sturdy tire. Tread: Most automobile users are familiar with the tread of a tire. It’s ...
But we’ll tell you how to crack the code so you can understand what tire size numbers and letters mean. This will also help you match your car’s tire size to your driving requirements. Finding your tire size If all you want to know is your tire size, the fastest way to get that...
What size tire are you looking for?You ask most 4×4 owners looking for tires and they’re tell you they want to go with taller tires than what they currently have. And why not, taller equals more clearance, you sit higher and it looks great. But be sure you do your research. Depen...
Your owner’s manual will list the correct tire size for your motorcycle, although if you’ve installed aftermarket wheels on the bike, they may require a different tire size. 2. Radial vs. Bias Ply The “B” or “R” in a standard metric or alphanumeric tire rating will tell you whic...