FROM SCHWALBE:
MARATHON RACER
THE LIGHTEST MARATHON.
RaceGuard for good puncture protection.
SpeedGrip compound for best handling characteristics.
With its LiteSkin sidewall, the Racer remains at an excellent weight level. A very sporty Marathon tire.
How to measure tire wear?
o measure the wear of your folding bike tires and know when they need changing, you need to look at the condition of the tread.
Signs of wear include:
- the tread fraying,
- a series of micro-cracks,
- the tread tending to flatten
- the carcass appearing.
In all these cases, the tire is worn and needs changing.
How do I dismount a tire?
To remove the tire, deflate the tube until no more air comes out.
You can then remove the tire from the rim using a tire lever.
How do I remount a tire?
Inflate your tire with care. The recommended pressure is indicated on the sidewall of your tire.
Also check that your tire pressure is correct before every trip.
Pro tip
When inflating your tire, make sure you set the right pressure for the terrain you're riding on and, above all, for the weather.
If you're riding in wet weather, don't hesitate to lower the tire pressure to increase grip.
Conversely, if you're riding in dry weather, you can increase the pressure.