Tyre pressure: Too much or too little?

The easiest and cheapest way to improve the handling and performance of a bike (and car) is to make sure tyres are properly inflated. So what's improper inflation? 

Under-inflation is when there is less than enough air. The tyre wall becomes weak and flabby. It is prone to buckling and can even come off the rim during hard cornering. Over-inflation is when there is too much air. It makes the tyre bulge in the centre like the belly of a man who has had too many plates of free biriyani all three days of Eid. This reduces the contact patch with the road, which means less grip, especially under braking.

        What to do? Get your own quality tyre pressure gauge if possible. Check weekly. In our country, we have passing pedestrians occasionally helping let out some air back into the environment because it's fun. Check pressure when the tyre is cold to get an accurate reading. If you're using stock size tyres, refer to user manual or Google. If you've gotten wider, hot looking aftermarket tyres, then that's another issue for next week. And the same principle applies for cars too. Happy riding.

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