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Reading Between the Tires

 by: Maricon Williams

Reading Between the Tires

How do you read between the tires?

Every rider must have knowledge about tires. They must know its construction, its maintenance and care, how to mount and dismount it, how to troubleshoot and to take precautions. To do it here are the areas that need to be known by them:

1. The right size. Sizing is the process of choosing the tire by determining its rim width. This means that the tires must not be wider or narrower than its original equipment tires because to choose otherwise will distort motorcycle handling.

2. Pressure. Pressure increases with temperature. Thus, a rider must check tires regularly especially during winter season. Advisable tire pressures can be found on the manufacturer’s reference table. Check them out in order to have a safe tire pressure.

Never bleed air from a hot tire. Also avoid riding when tires are underinflated because this can lead to premature wear, tire failure and damage to the carcass.

3. The Wear. Regularly inspect the wear indicator in the tire grooves. You will know that the tire should be replaced if the wear indicators are leveled with the surface of the tread at any point.

4. The Valve. Always use valve caps to prevent air loss and to avoid dirt from entering the valve.

5. Warm-up. Each time you ride on your motorcycle, always begin at a moderate speed. This will gradually condition the tires up to their normal operating temperature. If they have already achieved a full warm-up then they will have an optimal grip.

6. Break-in. After warming up, avoid rapid acceleration or hard cornering. Do this for the first 50 kilometers of your ride up to the extent when the tread area is totally worn off.

7. Repairs. Try to learn the basics of motorcycle repairs so that you will not be groping in the dark when discrepancies occur. Another option is to consult tire experts to attend to tire repairs.

Learn the language of riding. Drive wisely. Travel safely.

What’s new for the 2006 Corvette Z06?

First, the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has been redesigned for the 2006-year model. It has enhanced features, but in this article I want to tell you specifically about the Z06 features to this model.

The Z06 is, of course, the fastest vette ever built. It will have a 500 horsepower 427 cubic inch engine with lightweight components. What does this mean in a 3130-pound car? It means superior performance beyond all other Corvettes. Estimated 0-60 in less than 4 seconds along with a sub 12-second quarter mile. Top speed is reported to be more than 190 MPH (on a closed race track of course).

What makes this new Corvette so much better? Several components:

500-hp/475 lb.-ft torque
7000 RPM redline
11.0:1 Compression
Titanium connecting rods
Titanium intake valves and pushrods
Hand built engine
Dry sump lubrication
Aluminum body structure
Carbon fiber front fenders
Magnesium front cradle
Fixed roof design for rigidity
Larger grill and cold air intake scoop
Wide rear fenders and a rear spoiler incorporated into the tail of the car
Larger cross-drilled front and rear disc brakes
Larger wheels and tires
3” exhaust
Light weight seats with fixed side bolsters
Options:

Bose audio with an in dash six CD changer
Polished wheels
Telescoping steering wheel
Heated seats
Navigation system
Homelink
XM Satellite Radio
All in all, this is going to be one of the best Corvettes Chevrolet has ever offered. I can’t wait to see one.

About The Author

Stuart Simpson collects pictures of the new C6 corvette. If you have any you’d like posted on the web site, contact me. http://www.corvette-links.com/c6%20corvettes/

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