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	How do I select the right replacement tires for my motorcycle?
	Can I change my tires from bias ply to radial or vice versa?
	Can I put wider tires on my motorcycle?
	If I put higher speed rated tires on my motorcycle, will they upgrade performance?
	Why do motorcycle tires wear out so quickly compared to car tires?
	What purpose do directional arrows serve?
	I've heard many times that maintaining tire pressures is very important. How important is it?
	How can I keep my tires from cupping?
	How much run-in should I give a new tire?
	I have a tubed type tire. How often should I replace my tube?
	Can I have my motorcycle tires repaired?
	Can I use sidewall protectants or cleaners on my tires?

How do I select the right replacement tires for my motorcycle?

The only sure way of doing this is to refer to your owner's manual or the approved recommendations of a tire manufacturer. The owner's manual will include the original sizes and type of tire. In some cases, an alternative will also be included. In the case of aftermarket tires, all reputable tire manufacturers have their own list of approved tires for most motorcycle models. These lists may appear in chart form, in a booklet, or as a countertop form and should be available at your motorcycle dealer or parts and accessory shop. Always make sure that the tires recommended for your bike appear in a written form. In other words, don't follow someone's personal recommendation. It is too critical a situation, and one rider's preference does not necessarily suit another's. Take the advice of the professionals: the motorcycle or tire manufacturer.

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