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Old 11-01-2013, 01:17 PM   #81 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian View Post
Some of the better tires are rated at 51 psi. 60 isn't that much above 51.

The numbers make more sense when you convert to bar pressure.
1 bar = 1 atmosphere = 14.7 psi
2.5 bar = 36 psi
3 bar = 44 psi
3.5 bar = 51 psi
I am going to restate this (sorry) The recommend inflate psi is like 38psi. tire sidewall rating is 45psi. My concern is once you go into the higher psi range is a blowout at interstate speeds..........

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