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 Moderator | Henry_C The Sunrise Coast, Lowestoft, England 4:55 pm December 15, 2009
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TexasKat said:I was following the numbers listed under the seat. Then the tech at the Suzuki dealer told me I wasn't putting enough air in the tires and that I should follow the number listed on the tires. So I've been putting 42 psi in both front and back. Sounds like I'm putting too much in both, especially the front by reading previous posts.
I have been putting the handbook figures in my 650, 31psi front and 33psi rear, and all seems well. Anyone know different? (I guess it's possible that tyres and suspension set-ups are different between the US and UK because of differing road types. Cars are CERTAINLY different.)
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There are old pilots and there are bold pilots – but there aren't many old bold pilots!
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New Member | TexasKat Georgetown, Texas 4:45 pm December 15, 2009
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The extensions to add and check air pressure are life savers. Keeps me from cussing and swearing big time!
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New Member | TexasKat Georgetown, Texas 4:44 pm December 15, 2009
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I was following the numbers listed under the seat. Then the tech at the Suzuki dealer told me I wasn't putting enough air in the tires and that I should follow the number listed on the tires. So I've been putting 42 psi in both front and back. Sounds like I'm putting too much in both, especially the front by reading previous posts.
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Advanced Member | Burgermiser Gosport Peninsula-England. 2:31 pm October 20, 2009
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I didn't realize you were not suppose to ride with those extensions still connected. Not that I ever did, though. I've always screwed them on, put slightly more air in, than required (because you loose some, when taking it off, again), then check it with my own pressure gauge.
But thanks for the warning, Chet. (1930 hrs. B.S.T. Tues. 20th.)
Alan. T.
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Moderator | Henry_C The Sunrise Coast, Lowestoft, England 8:35 am October 20, 2009
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I got my extension from here and it works a treat!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/90-DEGRE…..33559dd7ac
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There are old pilots and there are bold pilots – but there aren't many old bold pilots!
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 5:28 am October 20, 2009
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Chet
Much appreciated!!
Dan
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Moderator | Chet Blountville, TN 8:15 pm October 19, 2009
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http://www.motorradzubehoer-ho…..apter.html
NOTE:*Do not operate your vehicle with this piece installed as doing so may cause valve stem failure. This failure may cause loss of control of the vehicle.
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From the hills of Tennessee welcome to another beautiful day the Lord has made. nn(Own a 2005 Silver Burgman 400 and 1982 Honda Silverwing GL500
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 7:00 pm October 19, 2009
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B-miser
Find 'em if you can and get back to me with their location…. before I make for the hills.
Dan
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Advanced Member | Burgermiser Gosport Peninsula-England. 6:40 pm October 19, 2009
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Hi, Dan.
Valves!
I know you have a 650, and I have a 400, but it's just as difficult, getting air into the tyres, especially with our petrol station air lines. There are brass 90 degree angled valve extentions on the market, that you screw onto the standard valve, that you can buy, which solves the problem. I know, because, I've got two of them. The trouble is, I can't find them, anywhere….lol
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 5:53 pm October 19, 2009
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Chet
Thank you.
Also there seems to be very few readers at this forum. Other than Steve helping me on "turning from a stop" I see that responses to Burgman rider querys here is very slight.
Anyway…..winter is coming.
Oh yes……….I have not seen a reply photo of the Stebel Air Horn install to date after I said that my Suzuki dealer told me it was not possible….and I even offered to pay for that photo.
Dan
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Moderator | Chet Blountville, TN 5:19 pm October 19, 2009
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Some of the 90 degree angle valve stem are known to leak. i sold my 650 and no longer have a problem but the hose I used had only the small end piece and worked fine.
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From the hills of Tennessee welcome to another beautiful day the Lord has made. nn(Own a 2005 Silver Burgman 400 and 1982 Honda Silverwing GL500
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 3:14 pm October 19, 2009
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Thank you Chet, I'll go with 33 and 41.
While we're on the subject I'd like you and anyone's thought on the "difficulty" of actually adding air to those tires.
The valve (stock) on the front tire is almost impossible to access due to the brakes blocking your hands.
The rear tire has a 90 degree angle valve so it is somewhat better.
What do riders do to make this supposedly simple deal from being an issue? I'll call it a royal pain in the butt.
But maybe I am the only Burgman owner who has ever noticed this.
Dan
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Moderator | Chet Blountville, TN 1:02 pm October 19, 2009
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Dan if you weight as much as two people no problem.
Either way I think the 46 psi is two much. Solo would not hurt to go a little less than 42.
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From the hills of Tennessee welcome to another beautiful day the Lord has made. nn(Own a 2005 Silver Burgman 400 and 1982 Honda Silverwing GL500
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 8:58 am October 19, 2009
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rdinning
Interesting. I am reading my manual now (K9) and it says the following:
Cold Inflation Tire Pressure
Solo: 33 psi front 41 psi rear
Dual Riding: 33 psi front 41 psi rear.
The same settings. page 7-24
Are these manuals different?
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Experienced Member | rdinning 8:37 am October 19, 2009
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The manual says single rider 33 front 37 rear
Two up 33 front 42 rear
My personal guess is that 48 is over the rated maximum for the tire.
If you run the a tire too high for your riding conditions it will develop a flat spot much faster than if it is run at the right pressure because at the correct pressure it will put more rubber on the road.
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 7:34 am October 19, 2009
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Moderator | Chet Blountville, TN 7:25 pm October 18, 2009
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The 46 psi in the rear solo may be a bit high. Most use 32 psi front and 42 psi in the rear on the 650s.
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From the hills of Tennessee welcome to another beautiful day the Lord has made. nn(Own a 2005 Silver Burgman 400 and 1982 Honda Silverwing GL500
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Full Member | Dan Forsley 3:53 pm October 18, 2009
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My understanding is that on my 650 while riding solo: the correct tire pressure should be 33 psi front tire….. and 46 psi rear tire?
Any (and all) comments from experienced owners is much appreciated.
Dan
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