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Tire Inflation Instructions
After assembling your bike, it will be necessary to inflate the tires. Check the sidewall of
the tire for the correct tire pressure (PSI) and inflate tires accordingly with a MANUAL
BICYCLE PUMP. Improper inflation is the biggest cause of tire failure. Due to the
slightly porous nature of bicycle inner tubes, it is normal for your bike tires to
lose pressure over time. For this reason it is critically important to maintain the
proper tire inflation on your bike.
1. Your bicycle has been equipped with tires which the bike’s manufacturer felt were
the best balance of performance and value for the use for which the bike was intended.
The tire size and pressure rating are marked on the sidewall of the tire. CAUTION: Pencil
type automotive tire gauges and gas station air hose pressure settings can be inaccu-
tate and should not be relied upon for consistent, accurate pressure readings. Instead,
use a high quality dial gauge.
WARNING: NEVER INFLATE A TIRE BEYOND THE MAXIMUM PRESSURE
MARKED ON THE TIRE’S SIDEWALL. EXCEEDING THE RECOMMENDED
MAXIMUM PRESSURE MAY BLOW THE TIRE OFF THE RIM, WHICH COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE BIKE AND INJURY TO THE RIDER AND OTHERS. THE BEST WAY
TO INFLATE A BICYCLE TIRE TO THE CORRECT PRESSURE IS WITH A BICYCLE
PUMP. NEVER USE A SERVICE STATION AIR HOSE TO INFLATE A BICYCLE TIRE. IT
IS DESIGNED FOR LARGER TIRES AND IT CAN EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED
MAXIMUM PRESSURE AND IT MAY BLOW THE TIRE OFF THE RIM.
Tires and Tubes
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