How to measure tire wear?
To measure the wear on your road tyres and to know when they need replacing, you need to inspect the tread. Signs of wear include:
- tread starting to fray
- the appearance of a series of micro cracks
- low tread depth
- the carcass becomes visible.
In all these cases the tyre is worn and needs replacing.
How to disassemble a tire?
To remove your tyre, deflate the inner tube until no more air comes out.
Then separate the tire from the rim with a tire lever.
How to install a tubeless ready tyre
Here's a video that explains how to mount a tubeless ready tyre (without an inner tube), step by step:
https://youtu.be/x80_Is3LjdU
The equipment required for Tubeless Ready assembly:
- A tubeless valve
- A tubeless rim strip
- Tyre sealant
- A tubeless ready compatible rim
- A foot pump or compressor
How to inflate your tyre correctly
Inflate the tire with caution.
The recommended pressure is indicated on the tyre's sidewall and its product sheet (available online).
Before each outing, make sure that your tyres are at the correct pressure for your ride.
The professional's advice
During inflation, it is important to obtain the right pressure depending on the terrain and especially depending on the time.
If you drive in rainy weather, feel free to lower the tire pressure to increase its grip.
When riding in dry weather, you can increase the pressure for better performance.
