Tyre Tips & Hints

Check inflation pressures before riding, always when tyres are cold
Always use recommended size, oversizing can impair handling and grip.
Always rebalance wheel when new tyres are fitted.
Never ride fast on cold tyres. Apart from safety aspect, tyres can experience "cold tearing" which will greatly impair tyre performance and cause undue wear.
Pre heat tyres for 45 minutes at 70-80 degrees centigrade.
Racing tyres work best at high temperatures(80 degrees Celsius) always pre heat racing tyres or ride carefully until tyres are warm.
Always "break in" new racing tyres by gradually increasing lean angles until both sides of tyre completely scrubbed in before racing speeds are reached.
The use of tubes in racing tyres is not permitted.
Never repair damaged tyres, all punctured tyres should be replaced.
Never use puncture sealant.
Do not use any solvents to clean or buff tyres.
Store tyres carefully, avoid cold conditions below 8 degrees Celsius.