Kinnock Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 There's another thread on "do you believe in God", but my bike provides daily evidence that random chance does not apply to motorcycle tyre valves. If it did, then every time I park my bike, the valves would not hide in the most inaccessible area behind the chain (rear) or between the forks (front). There's 360 degrees of rotation, but only 3 degrees behind the chain ..... but every time I want to check my tyres pressures ..... Rant over. I feel better now. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papa al Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 Life is tough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cranki Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 I too suffered from this for years until one day I changed my tyre, then lined the valve up with the 9th tooth on the sprocket, it will never be behind the chain when you stop ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliss Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 If the tyre aint flat , why bother to pump it up ....555 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveAustin Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 Sod's law, though of course it'll keep happening if you will it and expect it!... or you never notice the 15x in a row when it's just in the right spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alx123 Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Wait, you mean to say that we have to check our tire pressures from time to time? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Plus i find it is almost impossible to fit a normal tyre pressure guage in between the wheel spokes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asquith Production Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Mines only flat at the bottom the rest looks okay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tifino Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 10 minutes ago, Asquith Production said: Mines only flat at the bottom the rest looks okay yeah! just like my dead watch is still correct twice a day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xerostar Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Don't let a Thai inflate the tyres because he likes to over-inflate so the tyres are like concrete. Also they don't handle well on slippery, wet roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quandow Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 I sacrifice a chicken weekly and that takes care of the valve problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headgame Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Sidebar. I purchased a chargeable air compressor. Set the desired pressure / attach to the valve / turn on and it magically stops once the desired pressure is reached. I stopped using my tire pressure gauge a long time ago. Best tool I've bought for my bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hidbehindthesofa Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 43 minutes ago, xerostar said: Don't let a Thai inflate the tyres because he likes to over-inflate so the tyres are like concrete. Also they don't handle well on slippery, wet roads. Yeah ! The principle of inflating a tyre in Thailand is quite simple. If the tyre wall says "maximum pressure 55psi" then that is the best pressure to have because maximum is always best. Simples eh ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick501 Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Have you tried holding the valve stem whilst riding? That way you will know it's exact position when you come to a stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tifino Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 3 minutes ago, Mick501 said: Have you tried holding the valve stem whilst riding? That way you will know it's exact position when you come to a stop. ah!!! Tangental Thinker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aremesal Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Yeah ! The principle of inflating a tyre in Thailand is quite simple. If the tyre wall says "maximum pressure 55psi" then that is the best pressure to have because maximum is always best. Simples eh !This morning stop at the gas station and there were a couple of young thais in the air gauge so I just wait - and see. The process was:- Put air- Touch the tire with the thumb - Set the machine +5psi- Put air again - Repeat this process 4 times He put at least 40 or 45 psi. I think it so good pressure for a 50Kg guy, I'm sure he can fly with the mocy set that way - literally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enoon Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 12 hours ago, Henryford said: Plus i find it is almost impossible to fit a normal tyre pressure guage in between the wheel spokes. Attach one of these when you wish to check pressure/inflate tyre: https://shopee.co.th/45-90-135-Degree-Angle-Motorcycle-Air-Tire-Valve-Extension-Adaptor-Long-Shank-i.77597389.1329950334 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 I have perpetually barked knuckles from inflating the tyres on my scooter. I tell everyone I got them cage fighting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neeray Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Quotation (by former Thai gf): "Can not go on highway. Not enough wind in tires". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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