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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?

I have a tubed type tire. How often should I replace my tube?

Tubes are a critical part of a tube-type wheel assembly. With a tubeless tire and tubeless wheel, the air is contained within the assembly. With a tube type rim and tire combination, it is the tube that contains the air. When fitting a new tire on a tube-type rim, a new tube should be fitted at the same time. Old tubes can become stretched and, if an old tube is fitted inside a new tire, it can crease or fold over itself and fail due to chaffing and thinning of the rubber. Always insure that the rim band is in good condition, that spoke ends do not protrude and are covered to avoid tube damage. Loose objects may also damage tubes. It is important that you fit the correct size tube in a tire. Always check the size markings on the tube. The exact size marking on your tire must also appear on the tube. Never fit tubes on radial motorcycle tires nor fit radials to rims requiring tubes.

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