Are there any problems with odd tyres on the same axle?
Are there any problems with odd tyres on the same axle?
As for handling problems, it isn’t exactly ideal but you should be fairly okay. If the rear tyres are a matched pair then why not just swap the fronts for the backs and then you should have no problems whatsoever. Odd tyres on same axle. – Spospe
When to find out if your tyres are mismatched?
Different makes or types have different characteristics that will show themselves when a tyre is taken to its limit, such as heavy braking, wet conditions, cornering etc., which is not the time you want to find out your tyres are mismatched. Odd tyres on same axle. – Simon
Why do I have odd tyres on my bike?
Odd tyres are to be expected, the back wears out quicker for mysterious reasons for which the physics has as yet to be disclosed on B-SE, therefore you should end up with odd tyres – if you don’t then you are not riding hard enough. Thanks for contributing an answer to Bicycles Stack Exchange!
Is it better to have the same tyre make all around?
While I’d always prefer to have the same tyre make all round I do wonder if it makes any difference in the real world. Our roads are irregular in surface, camber and condition that the tyre to road surface contact for each tyre at any instant is not uniform anyway .
When to use tires that don’t match?
The third option — choosing alternative tires that don’t match any of the characteristics of your original tires — should only be used as a last resort or in an emergency. Using tires with different performance characteristics, load ratings, speed ratings, or sizes can cause the vehicle’s handling to become unbalanced, especially in bad weather.
What’s the best way to prevent Odd tire wear?
As always with tires and wheels, an ounce of prevention can be worth a pound of cure. The best preventatives for odd tire wear are really fairly simple: monitor your air pressures, align the car whenever new tires go on and rotate the tires regularly.
When is it best to use the same tire pattern?
Whenever possible, it’s always best to use identical tires with the same tread pattern, size, and construction. This helps you maintain optimum control and stability for your vehicle.
What causes tire tread to wear down at different intervals?
Though they can wear down at different intervals and from different causes, you can find some of the more common tire tread conditions below. Possible Cause: Underinflation, misalignment with the wheel or vehicle suspension. Solution: For safety concerns, we recommend immediate replacement.
