6 signs to know when to change motorcycle tires

1. Based on the number of kilometers traveled

Depending on the type of tire and brand, the durability of the tire is different; you can refer to the manufacturer's advice to calculate the number of kilometers the tire can withstand; if the number of kilometers traveled exceeds, you should replace the tire with a new one for safer driving.

2. Slipping, shaking the wheel

If your car isn't handling as well as it used to, this change could indicate that your tires need to be replaced. Difficulty driving on wet pavement, difficulty maintaining traction on the road... could be signs of tire wear.

Tire wear also causes the wheel to lose grip on the road surface, so if it is difficult to maintain traction while driving, or if the car often skids longer than normal when stopping, this is one of the signs that the car should have new tires.

3. Vibration when rolling

Poor alignment can cause your bike to vibrate, but uneven tire wear can also be the culprit. A problem with the inside of the tire can also cause this effect. So it is important to check your tires and replace them if this is the case.

4. Tire bulge or crack

A large bulge in the sidewall area or cracks on the tire are also a sign for you to recognize the weak points of the tire and immediately check and replace it.

In addition, with some cars that are rarely used, although the tire surface still has quite deep grooves, showing no signs of wear, but if you look closely, there are small cracks, mostly on the sidewalls of the tires, then these tires also need to be replaced for safer vehicle operation.

5.Worn tread

The tread depth on a motorcycle tire should never be less than 1.6 mm. If you frequently drive on slippery or wet roads, it is best to double the tread depth.

To check the tire depth, simply buy a thin plastic ruler, cut off (or subtract the length of) the plastic part without the markings on both ends of the ruler, and insert it into the tire groove. If the tire is too worn, it is a sign that the tire needs to be replaced.

6. Tire pattern disappears

Any new tire has a pattern engraved around the tread grooves that is responsible for increasing traction. Over time, the tire will wear down and the pattern will fade. Like the tread, they are a sign that the tire needs to be replaced and you should pay attention to them.