How to measure tire wear?
To measure the wear of your VTC 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 showing.
These are all cases where 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?
To remount a tire, place one side of the tire in the bottom of the rim. Once you've done this, pre-inflate your tube to around 30% before installing it in the tire (pre-inflation reduces the risk of the tube pinching).
Next, install the second side of the tire in the rim, starting opposite the valve.
Before fully inflating your tire, check that the tube is not trapped between the tire and the rim.
How to properly inflate 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.
INTEGRATED AIR SUSPENSION
The Big Apple launched the Balloonbike trend ten years ago: comfortable cycling without complicated technology! Air-cushion tires are used as natural suspension. Inflated to around 30 psi, a Balloonbike rolls easily and with total suspension. A normal 37 mm wide tire needs to be inflated to a very hard 60 psi to roll as well.
LEVEL 4 RACEGUARD
Double layer of Nylon fabric.
Good protection for light, sporty tires.
E-BIKE READY 25
In standard E-Bikes with motor assistance up to 25 km/h, there is no legal requirement for a special tire. But even with these bikes, loads and average speeds are higher than on ordinary bikes, which is why we only recommend certain tires like "E-Bike Ready 25".
PERFORMANCE LINE
Excellent quality for intensive use.
These tires offer the best value for money.
