Tire Construction & Safety: Get Some Peace of Mind for Enjoyable Off-Road Motorcycle Riding

John V.
SubmitYOURArticle.com
April 7, 2011

John V.
http://johnvantine.com

Copyright (c) 2011 John V

When you get outdoors, riding your motorcycle in the thick muck, where you won't find traffic lights or any signs of civilization, you're going to want a pair of quality off-road dirt tires. The only thing standing between you and everlasting nowhere are those two rubber circles and knobby treads rotating around your rims.

There are dual-sport tires, motocross tires, off-road tires, sand tires, and super-moto tires to consider when trying the combination of balance, performance, and conditions each type calls for. Dual sport DOT tires have become more and more popular with city types riding on- and off-road, especially enduro type riders who ride the freeway to the dirt tracks. Off-road tires offer maximum traction, but don't hold up well on city streets. And motocross tires, well, they'll win you championships if you're in that game.

The big manufacturers are Dunlop, Pirelli, Michelin, Bridgestone, Metzeler, Kenda, and Shinko tires. Shinko has a nice 700 series of dual-sport tires that work well on- and off-road. Kenda makes a nice dirt bike tire that retails as low as $19, which is a decent price for any kind of tire. The most important thing to know about the type of tire you need is the difference between various conditions - like mud, sand, gravel, etc. Sand tires can push through some deep, silky stuff, but they may not work well in mud or gravel. Rubber-tire density, side-angle measures, as well as tread depth and pattern all make up important components for how well and for what function a motorcycle tire performs.

Motorcycle tire construction can become very specific or it can cross over a broad array of features and benefits. Some riders who ride streets during the week but still want to run the trails on the weekend will go for the dual-sport option. But hardcore trail riders who push the boundaries and elements will be more apt to choose a tire with exceptional performance on rough and loose terrain. Don't want to get caught in everlasting nowhere with a tire that is made for fuel efficiency on the highway. Check out the rest of this website for more information on riding motorcycles - on-road and off-road.

In the rough and rugged world of off-road and tough-road motorcycle riding, having a good set of properly fitting tires can be as important as anything related to the mechanics of your engine. If you're not rolling with some efficiency and integrity, your two-wheeled chariot won't get where you want to go the way you hope it will. Take the time to find some great tires, and you'll get where you're going and beyond. Happy rolling.

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