Vehicle Tires Blog

Use of Nitrogen in Tires

2017-08-09T14:15:00.000+07:00

Tire is one of the most important parts of the vehicle, one thing to note on the tire is the gas pressure on the tire, so that the tire becomes stable, the grip performance or the tire's grip to the road is maintained optimally, and the tire life becomes longer. Generally we fill the tires using air and nitrogen.

Now many vehicles such as cars or motorcycles that fill the tires with nitrogen, in consideration because nitrogen has several advantages, among others: tires do not heat quickly; Not easily deflated because the tire containing nitrogen has a greater number of molecular particles so as to prevent leakage (seepage) which causes reduced gas pressure on the vehicle tire so that the tire pressure is more maintained long lasting; Traction power and tire performance become more optimal due to good grip and less pressure; Extend the life of the tires because the right tire pressure keeps the tire running evenly; Saving fuel for lightening machine work; Tire pressure is stable against tire temperature and also reduces accidents due to tire breaks / overpressure; There is no oxidation in rubber tires so as to prolong the elasticity of rubber tires so that the flexibility of rubber is maintained; In addition to using nitrogen also makes more comfortable in driving, because the tire slamming vehicle becomes more tender.

Besides the above mentioned advantages, the shortcomings are seen from the availability of nitrogen gas filling for vehicle tires, and seen from the charging price which is certainly more expensive than the normal air fill.

Torn Sidewall

2016-11-03T11:58:00.000+07:00

Sidewall of the tire is an important part in a tire, this is because when we are driving a vehicle tire receives pressure from below caused by pounding the asphalt road, or from above that caused by the cargo, passenger, engine, vehicle body, etc. are automatically available on the tire pressure will be narrowed to the entire sidewall of the tire.

If the tire is torn on the side wall, then in theory the power of the sidewall of the tire that has been torn into decline. The result was predictable tire pressure will accumulate on a torn piece, so it is feared the occurrence of burst tires if forced to wear it.

So if your tires have suffered damage to the sidewall of the tire, especially torn because something in the way that is even seen the thread, then the tire should not be used, and you should replace first with the spare tire. And for users of two-wheelers, which do not have a spare tire should be replaced with new ones, for your safety.

Damage On Wall Tires

2010-12-20T13:48:00.000+07:00

Tire bump, bloating or waves on the tire wall is often the case. Generally this kind of damage caused by negligence of the owner of the vehicle.
Negligence of the owner of the most dominant is because it does not maintain vehicle tire pressure properly.

Tire in deflated condition when exposed to the crunch could lead to the emergence of waves on the tire wall. When deflated, the tire wall construction is not as strong as the wind pressure is maintained at standard conditions. So the tire wall construction will be more easily damaged.

Checking the air pressure must be performed at least once a month. Because normally every single month, the wind pressure will be reduced to 1 psi. Imagine, six months is not in check, has been reduced to 6 psi. Whereas a flat tire to 6 psi can increase your vehicle tire wear up to 25%.

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Wash Your Tires To Make Durable

2010-12-20T13:26:00.000+07:00

Vehicle tires are also encouraged to be washed regularly. Generally, tire wash is conducted simultaneously with the washing cars or motorcycles. Way too easy, requires no special equipment, just with the usual soap used to wash the car body.

This small step has many benefits. First, is to maintain the condition of the tires still excellent. Dust, mud and other dirt can erode a layer of anti-oxidants on the surface of the tire. Without anti-oxidants, will tire more quickly cracked and brittle. Usually the tire that is rarely in the washing, the walls will look dull and dry.

While washing the tires, we can also remove small stones or pebbles that get stuck on the sidelines, in between the groove surface of the tire. Because the pebble is trapped in a long time are also at risk of damaging the surface of the tire.

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Jeep Tire Type MT, AT, and HT

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Literally, the code is an abbreviation of the usefulness of each tire.
For H / T shows Highway Terrain, is A / T means All Terrain, M / T is a Mud Terrain. We stayed adjust as needed, about more often through the street with what conditions?

Tires F / T or Mud Terrain, intended for cars that often play off road. Could be detected from its development are very rough and got in, more rugged than the A / T. Although looking dashing, tires like this is less comfortable and safe when used in asphalt. Because the plot is very rough, so it is very pronounced wheel vibration. The resulting noise was very loud. And when the rain or wet road tires being a bit slippery.

Tire A / T can be used for all terrain. On the asphalt, just to still be mild off road, dirt road with a hard profile, gravel and muddy and a bit muddy or grass field, still could. But not for use in mud in the heavy category.
Tire A / T surely has better performance than the tire type M / T when used in asphalt. Noise and vibration is smaller. Likewise with the braking ability and his ability to walk over a puddle of rain, certainly much better.

Tire H / T allotment for more SUV running on asphalt. Do not try to bring a car with tires H / T to the muddy arena. Because it would be half dead out of the traps SUV, especially if it is 2WD.

Now we just adjust to the needs ...

How To Store Tires

2010-12-20T12:03:00.000+07:00

One treatment in a tire store could make the age and condition of the tires wear faster. Especially for those of you who often leave their bike at home in a long time. For that there are some things that must be considered :

First avoid direct exposure to the sun. Because antioxidants can eliminate the tire surface that makes the tire faster chapped or cracked.

When the tire was still attached to a motorcycle should be stored in the house. But if forced to leave in the open should be fitted with covers. So also if the tires in the state regardless of the motorcycle, wear gloves to avoid cover from sunlight and direct light.

Next is to avoid direct contact with the floor. The goal is to avoid the direct contact with gasoline, kerosene or any chemicals that are accidentally spilled, and the tire.

If the tire is not attached to live in conditions given placemat under it to avoid direct contact with the floor. And if the tires are still mounted on the motor? We recommend that you position the motorcycle in the middle and stood with the standard position of the front tires are made to hang using a jack or a booster in the form of logs.

Finally, specific to tires that are not attached, which needs to be considered is the placement as possible should not be piled up. But it should be established one by one. If stacked, the lower tire will bear the greatest burden. Forms of tires can be damaged and can not be used again. Should indeed set up one by one, the important diligently played for the affected side is always changing and uneven loads.

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Motorcycle Tire Size Tubeless

2010-12-20T11:39:00.001+07:00

Actually there is nothing different in choosing a tubeless tire size and tube type tires (tires are still wearing inner tube.) but who need to do is adjust the size of the tire with the rim size is used. Do not let a worn rim let alone greatness insignificance when compared with the size of the tire. The combination of tire and rim that is not appropriate result rounded tire / donut or even a surface so the box.

If the tire size is too large exceeds the recommendations rims, tires tend to be rounded and taper. The effect is due to tire rounded surface of the tire in contact with the asphalt as the road to be reduced either straight or cornering.
If the tire size is smaller than the width of the wheel. Tires will be broad and visible boxes. Ban the box causes the surface of the tire is attached to the asphalt is too much when walking straight. But when asked cornering tire surface attached to the asphalt to be very minimal.
We recommend that you go up and down tire tread width should not exceed 1 degree.Suppose the front wheels 1.60 inch X17 with 70/90-17 tires can be replaced with the standard tire size 80/90-17 or 1.85 X17-inch rear wheel with standard tires can be replaced with a tire 80/90-17 90/90-17. More than that should be followed by the replacement rim.
The following guidelines rim size and tire combination :

Tire Size                           Rim Size
2.00-17 ; 50/90-17       = 1.20 X 17"
2.25-17 ; 60/90-17       = 1.20 X 17"
2.25-17 ; 60/90-17       = 1.40 X 17"
2.50-17 ; 70/80-17       = 1.20 X 17"
2.50-17 ; 70/80-17       = 1.40 X 17"
2.50-17 ; 70/80-17       = 1.60 X 17"
2.75-17 ; 80/90-17       = 1.40 X 17"
2.75-17 ; 80/90-17       = 1.60 X 17"
2.75-17 ; 80/90-17       = 1.85 X 17"
3.00-17 ; 90/80-17       = 1.60 X 17"
3.00-17 ; 90/80-17       = 1.85 X 17"
3.00-17 ; 90/80-17       = 2.15 X 17"
3.50-17 ; 100/80-17     = 1.85 X 17"
3.50-17 ; 100/80-17     = 2.15 X 17"
3.50-17 ; 100/80-17     = 2.50 X 17"
4.00-17 ; 110/80-17     = 2.15 X 17"
4.00-17 ; 110/80-17     = 2.50 X 17"
120/70-17                     = 2.50 X 17"

How to Know Types of Tires

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Tire Type :

P = Passenger Vehicles

LT = Light Truck

Tire width :
Measured in millimeters

Aspect Ratio :
The ratio of height to width-sectional tire

Construction :

R = Radial (ply walk straight across the tire from the inside out

B = Bias (ply is criss-crossed)

Diameter Wheels :
Largest distance from wheel tread to tread (inches)

Load Index :
Maximum load (pounds) of tire can support when properly increases the load index table
(EG Load Index = 85, Pounds = 1135)

Load Capacity :
Maximum load (pounds or kilograms), the tire can support

Speed Rating :
Maximum speed for the tire service based in the speed-rating chart

Rating Symbol Maximum Speed (mph) :

Q 99

S 112

T 118

U 124

H 130

V 149

W ZR 168

Y 186

Tread-wear Grade :
Tire wear rate - 200 valuation would wear twice as long as a tire with a rating of 100.

Tire * use this value only applies when comparing the same tire manufacturer.

Traction Grade :
Tire ability to stop on wet pavement (AA-Very Best, A-Best, B-Intermediate, C-Acceptable)

Temperature Class :
Tire resistance to heat generation (A-Best, B-Intermediate, C-Acceptable)

Tire Type

M & S or the Four Seasons ICO : All-season tires (not recommended for extreme cold climates or wet snow)

Winter : Especially for winter conditions

Summer : Special to the summer conditions (dry & wet some driving)

Performance : To improve handling, cornering ability, traction

Trucks : Note the rating is close to the load and tire pressure (Consult your vehicle's specifications for this information).

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Motorcycle Tire Damage

2010-12-11T09:31:00.000+07:00

Tire on a motorcycle plays a very important and vital, for it does not hurt that we know cause damage to tires motorcycle us, so we can prevent such damage so as not to continue.

In Abnormal Tire Wear
Check tire pressure is correct. If the soles or tire tread is worn, tires will easily punctured and damaged. Tire pressure should be adjusted to suit the load on a motorcycle. Do not be burdened with excessive motorcycle because it can cause rapid tire damaged.

Tire Leaks

Check if the nipple is leaking tire. To check valve and put the lid deliver soapy water over the valve hole. When the soapy water to form air bubbles, can be sure valve is leaking. When the leaky faucet harden the nipples of fasteners using a tool in the closed valve. But if still leaking, the valve is damaged and must be replaced with new ones. Check if the tire hit a nail or other sharp objects.

Motorcycle Tire Pressure
Check your air pressure regularly (every day a good idea at the time of cold air.) Adjust the air pressure in the tire with a predetermined standard. Because the rate of motorcycles that are not balanced very dangerous for driving and braking.

Rotating Tires Disorders
Check whether the tires spinning is balanced and check if the radius has been tightened correctly? Nothing wrong also you look and pay attention to cargo capacity motorcycles although the speed of motorcycles we also take an important role in this regard. Adjust tire with an impassable road conditions.

Mileage
Check your mileage and sidewall, to maintain safety. Every 10,000 km tire balance and alignment should be checked. Moreover, when used at high speed. Perform rotation between the two tires. We recommend using a tire with a diameter which is determined from the standard of your motorcycle.

Temperature and Weather
Temperature and weather also affect the durability of tires as well. Hot road conditions during the dry season led to increased tire life is shorter than the rainy season. Also from the driver how to drive also can affect the durability of the tire. How to start a road that sudden and abrupt braking, has a big influence with the durability of the tire.

For the sake of safety, comfort and durability of aged tires try to always run your motorcycle properly, otherwise use the tires in accordance with the established by the motorcycle manufacturer.

Wind Pressure on The Tires

2010-12-10T14:29:00.000+07:00

Have we noticed the air pressure in our tires?, Actually wind pressure on the tires is one element that is important, because with the pressure of the wind is right and proper then the tire will perform optimally. As we know that the tire is one component of which is vital in a vehicle, more than just a comfort factor, the condition of the tires on the vehicle effect on safety when driving.

Actually the size standard appropriate wind pressure for every vehicle had been set by each the manufacturers. Tire pressure is usually defined in psi or in kilograms per cubic centimeter (kg/cm3). Tire pressure not to lack or excess. If a car tire pressure is less, will tire easily damaged on the sides due to heat caused by friction with the road surface. In addition, transport capacity was reduced and the vehicle will be wasteful of fuel.
Do check tire pressure measuring devices regularly, at least once every two weeks or when the vehicle will be brought long distances. Checking tire pressure when tires should be done in a cold state (not yet used car or walking less than 1.6 km.) Let the tire temperature down first when new vehicles have been used. Size of tire pressure will not be appropriate when the tire is high temperature. This is because the automatic tire pressure increases as the temperature inside the tire increases.As the car carrying an extra load or travel long distances, tire pressure should be added. Increased air pressure to 4 psi higher than the general standard can still be tolerated. Make sure your car tires have a closed valve is installed correctly. Close the valve usually has a rubber valve that helps prevent wind out, in addition to prevent dirt and moist air into the tire.

Knowing the Meaning of Writing and Symbols In Motorcycle Tires

2010-12-09T11:07:00.000+07:00

At the moment we will replace the tires of vehicles, usually we just say the size of tire that we will change or buy, ie the size of 2.75-17 or 100/90-18. Because the parameter that indicates the size of the width, thickness and diameter, but in fact there are many codes and symbols that bikers should know in order to get a tire that meets the specifications chill and know the safe limits for consumption.

We see from the most common standard used for a tire.

Tire Size
Tire size usually use the metric system (metric system) or system-inch (inch system). As an illustrative example tire has a code: 100/90-18, and 2.50-17
how to read it?

100/90-18 tire uses the metric system mean the first number is the size of tire width, the second number after the slash (/) adalan ratio in percent between the width and height of the tire and the third digit after the sign - is the diameter of the rim / wheel. So the size of the tires with 100/90-18 if the translated code is 100 mm tire width, height, tires 90% x 100 = 90 mm and diameter of the tire or wheel size / rim 18 inches.

Tires 2.50-17 inch system so the size is the width of 2.5-inch tires, if converted to mm, 1 inch = 2:54 a 63.4 mm tire width, height of the tire because the second number after the slash is not considered the ratio is 100% so high 2:50 and diameter in inches tire or rim size 17 inch / 17 inch rim.

Age Production
In one side of the tire usually printed four-digit code that indicates when the tire is produced. For example, the 2108 figures can be read the first two digits indicate the week, the last two digit year of manufacture. So the code above is a tire produced in week-21 in 2008. Code production age to note how long the tires can be stored, who fear that affect the performance of the tire itself

Front or Rear Tire Code
To code the use of the front tires or rear tires usually are written with the letter (alphabet) code "F" means front tire to front tire while "R" rear tire to rear tire. Usually there are differences in the form of development / pattern front and rear tires due to the different functions for the front tires as the wheel and if the rain should be able to drain the water so the front tires usually have a flow of water. While the rear tires to drive the function requires a large torque so that the traction is needed so the rear tires usually larger size and has no water flow.
But sometimes we also like to see the rear tires have water flow only the larger size difference alone.

Maximum speed code
Maximum speed of code written by the code letter, which indicates the limit
maximum of a tire driven on for 1 hour with a load according to standard specifications.

Table Maximum speed (km/h)

Case in point : Honda Beat scooter tire brands Federal code 80/90-14 M / C 40P. The letter P that is behind the number (40P) showed that the maximum speed. Appropriate table above shows P is the maximum speed of 150 km / hour.

The Code Used Compound

Compound Code tire letter written in code, which indicates that the tire compound has a soft to hard. Code "S" indicates soft soft compound, "M" indicates medium compound medium and "H" hard means hard tire compound. Selection of tire compound depending on the needs for example for the road race which usually use a soft compound tire with a softer compound is soft and sticky stick to the asphalt, but because it is soft then the tire will quickly run out. While the medium is usually used for day to day. If a tire brand Batllax with code BT 92 F Radial 120/70 R17 M / C 54H, code M / C that's what tire compound showed moderate.

The Direction of Tire Rotation

Direction of rotation or tire rotation is shown by an arrow (Arrow), installation of tires must be in accordance with the direction of the arrow for the direction this development will be the perfect tires stick to the asphalt, or pouring water on wet roads as well as

get good traction. If the installation of inverted tire will not stick to the road and less well traksinya so the tires feels more slippery which could endanger the rider.

Maximum Load Tires

Indication of the maximum load that can be retained by the tire in a cold state

usually included in Diding tires. There have written direct bebanya also are using index numbers.

Written direct written eg Max. Load 212 kg (467 LBS) AT 280 KPa (41 psi) Cold can be read: the tire to hold the maximum load 212 kg or 467 lbs with a maximum wind pressure of 41 psi in cold conditions (vehicle not used)

Using index numbers :

(73W) V280 73 numbers are index numbers that have a standard maximum load 365 kg.

Table below the maximum load index (kg).

• 30 = 106, 31 = 109, 32 = 112.33 = 115, 34 = 118, 35 = 121, 36 = 125, 37 = 128, 38 = 132, .39 = 136

• 40 = 140, 41 = 145, 42 = 150, 43 = 155, 44 = 160, 45 = 165, 46 = 170, 47 = 175, 48 = 180, 49 = 185

• 50 = 190, 51 = 195, 52 = 200, 53 = 206, 54 = 212, 55 = 218, 56 = 224, 57 = 230, 58 = 236, 59 = 243

Type of Tire

On the side of the tire wall is usually also included these types of tires such as TT = Tube Type or TL = tubeless. Tube-type tire means the tire using tire inner tube, medium or radial tubeless tires are not needed in again.

Symbol Triangle

Triangle symbol is called Thread Indication (TWI) or limit the use of indicators.

Picture a triangle on the side of the tire wall is the final limit of tire grip or plot, if plot tires have been eroded or thin sdudah because the use of the tire should be replaced because it was not safe anymore.

Symbol Color Line

The symbol of this color line is the layer of development that has not been used to indicate the tire was new. Because the outer layer of these tires on the development / pattern so if the old tires will wear out. Color line there is one but there are also more than one color, and each manufacturer usually has a different color eg white, red, yellow, blue and green.

Symbols Balance

Symbols balance is usually in the form of dots on the tire wall, mark a round with different colors for each manufacturer eg yellow, red or blue. Signs of this balance must be considered when setting up the tires, because the lightest itulan point of each tire, at that point also the position of valve must be parallel. Because the tire valve is a heavy point of the tire.

Tire Structure

Not all manufacturers specify tire tire structure, but for good-quality tire manufacturers usually include them. For example: Tread: 4 nylon, side wall: 2 nylon.

* Tread tire tread is the part that directly intersect with the asphalt, must be strong against impact, which can damage the tire puncture. provide power sticks to the asphalt and tire durability due to friction. So Tread tire comprises four layers of nylon.
* Side wall is the wall of the left and right side tires. Functioning as a crutch ban.Jadi tire side wall is composed of 2 layers of nylon.

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How to Choose Tires

2010-12-09T09:25:00.000+07:00

Before we decide to buy new tires, there are some things we need to consider for the future are not disappointed after the purchase. And most important is to identify which tire is best for our vehicles and our driving ordinances.

Passenger Cars
Selection of tires for passenger cars depending on how we drive and the performance we want. Here are the types of commonly used automobile tires :

All-season : there are in various sizes ranging from small cars to up to SUVs and pick-ups as well. This type tires suitable for those who want to wear it until the annual (long-term use) and for a comfortable ride.

Performance all-season : tires of this type have a higher speed rating than standard all-season tires. To tire of this type usually provide handling and braking is better, and usually have a lower profile (height of the tire side wall shorter) and a wider footprint for applications that are more sporty.

Ultra performance : usually tire of this type used for cars or sporty sedan. This type of tire designed to give provide a stable handling and responsive steering in wet atupun dry road conditions, but for the life of the usually shorter, but it is strongly influenced by usage.

Truck and SUV Tires
Trucks and SUVs usually require special tires, because the size is larger, and dynamic. The type-species, namely :
All-season truck : tires and the rounded edges of this type is great for on-road driving. This type of tire designed to show good performance for all kinds of conditions.

All-terrain : This type of tire used to pave roads and also for the kind off-road light. Ban this kind given the additional traction to the road uneven and too snowy.

How do I select

Ensuring Safety
Look for tires that gave priority to security that is a good tire when used in tests of braking, handling and has the durability to hydroplaning (formation of water layer between the tire and road surface). Let tread wear, driving comfort, noise, and durability of the rotation into value added only.

Read the instructions given
Guarantees provided by the manufacturer for the tires they are a guarantee of indemnity if the tire was damaged in the mileage they promised.
the farther the distance is on the tire, the smaller the value of its replacement. Most warranties for tires only cover damage resulting from regular use and do not cover damage due to holes in the streets or the dangers that occur on the streets.

Know your tire size
To determine the type and size of tire recommended by vehicle manufacturers, check the placard in the doorjamb or glove compartment, on the fuel, or the owner's manual.

For example, take the tire size P205/55R16 94V. P (Passenger) is a prefix that refers to passenger car tires, although many also sized light trucks that use this code as well. LT (Lite Truck) refers to tires that are usually used on medium weight trucks, ST (Special Trailer) for car trailer, T (Temporary) for spare tires.

205 is the tire cross-section width in millimeters, and 55 is the ratio of sidewall height to cross-section width (55 percent). R means radial-ply construction. And 16 is the diameter of the wheels are suitable for the tire in inches. 94 refers to the maximum tire load capacity. The letter V is the speed rating indicating the maximum speed that can be achieved, in this case until dengan149 mph.

Get the best price
Prices vary by region and tire stores. Be sure to ask the seller if the price listed is included with the mounting, balancing, and new valves. The above process can not avoid when you replace your tires. Since the price of tires is not cheap, you are advised to compare from one store to another.

Source : http://www.situsotomotif.com

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Use of Nitrogen in Tires

Torn Sidewall

Damage On Wall Tires

Wash Your Tires To Make Durable

Jeep Tire Type MT, AT, and HT

How To Store Tires

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Motorcycle Tire Size Tubeless

How to Know Types of Tires

Motorcycle Tire Damage

Wind Pressure on The Tires

Knowing the Meaning of Writing and Symbols In Motorcycle Tires

How to Choose Tires

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