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05cert
10-29-2007, 11:05 PM
Thoughts on this... i rode to work this morning (52ish) and damn my tires didnt get sticky until i almost got there...
dudewhrsmybike
10-29-2007, 11:07 PM
Burnout b4 u leave :headbang:

jk
Gryphin
10-29-2007, 11:09 PM
i let the bike warm up, then side to side down my street then a little bit more for like 1-2 mins then they arent super sticky but alot hotters then just starting up and go
SPHINX
10-29-2007, 11:13 PM
I JUST START IT UP AND GO, IT'S NOT LIKE I'LL BE TAKING THE CORNERS AT 80MPH.
FlipSideUp
10-30-2007, 12:07 AM
I JUST START IT UP AND GO, IT'S NOT LIKE I'LL BE TAKING THE CORNERS AT 80MPH.

Sounds about right to me.
flypunk
10-30-2007, 03:24 AM
you don't need to be doing 80 for that to happen. Happened to me some time ago at about 25mph with 40° something at less than 5 mins after I started it. All you need is a bad combination of too much throtle with cold tires, and there comes the pavement.
dirtyrice411
10-30-2007, 04:22 AM
I don't have any corners on my way to work.... practically.:/: :angry7: :crying:


but when i ride to work i kinda take it easy...ish.
RACER X
10-30-2007, 05:33 AM
1) it ain;t that cold yet
2) weaving back and forth is useless for "heating" up tires, racers do it to knock marbles of their tires
3) building some speed and then doing a quick stop is the best method for heating up tires. other then tire warmers.
05cert
10-30-2007, 06:26 AM
1) it ain;t that cold yet
2) weaving back and forth is useless for "heating" up tires, racers do it to knock marbles of their tires
3) building some speed and then doing a quick stop is the best method for heating up tires. other then tire warmers.

1.) shiiiiiit for a pale white boy with no hair its cold... :D
2.) oh.....
3.) sweet ill try that... maybe it was a tire pressure issue i was having as well
RACER X
10-30-2007, 06:42 AM
yup, when temps dip you can loose 3-4 psi overnight. so yeah anytime we have dramatic weather changes hotter or colder, check A/P
jimmy"zx6
10-30-2007, 07:57 AM
i put my tire warmers on before i leave for a few minutes:D
houseofpaint
10-30-2007, 08:25 AM
yup, when temps dip you can loose 3-4 psi overnight. so yeah anytime we have dramatic weather changes hotter or colder, check A/P

you must be having a good day ed. :D
you're being nice to people today :thumb:

great advice, from a knowledgeable guy. tire pressure has A LOT to do with your riding, no matter what style of riding you do, tire pressure will affect it.
Guitar Man
10-30-2007, 08:29 AM
you don't need to be doing 80 for that to happen. Happened to me some time ago at about 25mph with 40° something at less than 5 mins after I started it. All you need is a bad combination of too much throtle with cold tires, and there comes the pavement.

+1 Same thing happened to me a couple of years ago in the parking lot at work on a cold morning going about 10mph. I'm more careful now. Would be nice to have some tire warmer just cause.
Swift E
10-30-2007, 08:31 AM
i put my tire warmers on before i leave for a few minutes:D

That's what I was thinking :nod:
Wake up early and put your warmers on while you suit up for work!
houseofpaint
10-30-2007, 08:34 AM
+1 Same thing happened to me a couple of years ago in the parking lot at work on a cold morning going about 10mph. I'm more careful now. Would be nice to have some tire warmer just cause.

tire warmers for the street would be useless and a waste of time.

tire warmers are more for heat cycle sensitive tires. also so you can rail it on your first time out. best and fastest way to heat up a tire is keep higher speed in a straightaway for a few minutes. heats up the tire way faster than a tire warmer could do. :thumb:
trdvet
10-30-2007, 03:10 PM
great advice, from a knowledgeable guy. tire pressure has A LOT to do with your riding, no matter what style of riding you do, tire pressure will affect it.

What would you suggest for street?
J-Row
10-30-2007, 03:13 PM
Burnout b4 u leave :headbang:

jk

LOL
BigComfy
10-30-2007, 03:13 PM
What would you suggest for street?

Getting on the freeway and cruising for a few miles.
trdvet
10-30-2007, 03:16 PM
Getting on the freeway and cruising for a few miles.


I meant in regards to PSI.
jus10
10-30-2007, 03:18 PM
I drop a few psi when it's cold. The tires warm up easier (more friction) and get better grip. And I haul less ass...usually.:D
CaJuNsOuLjA
10-30-2007, 03:46 PM
yup, when temps dip you can loose 3-4 psi overnight. so yeah anytime we have dramatic weather changes hotter or colder, check A/P

Damn that's good to know...never thought of that...:thumb:
houseofpaint
10-30-2007, 03:50 PM
I meant in regards to PSI.

depends on the brand/model of tire...but in a general sense, i usually go with 35 front, 33 rear for street use
RACER X
10-30-2007, 04:05 PM
depends on the brand/model of tire...but in a general sense, i usually go with 35 front, 33 rear for street use

actually A/P is more bike specific then manuf.

36/42 on my VFR
Whorenet
10-31-2007, 10:17 AM
personally?

I think if you wear shorts, a wife beater, flip flops,no helmet and some oakleys your tires will instantly heat up the second you get on the bike cause being squidley is hot! baaahahahah
joking man...

umm really? i guess a nice burnout IS a good way to start off the morning...HAHAH