[Q3+ weird tire wear]

Yes, i was purposely experimenting with some hard acceleration, while pretty upright and that’s why the wear in the center. 

I agree, makes sense that the tire did not get warm enough and this caused the cold tearing. I will lower the pressure next time.

Thanks to all that answered,

 

[Q3+ weird tire wear]

Sounds good, thank you. I’ll try a lower pressure.

[Q3+ weird tire wear]

Nobody?

[Q3+ weird tire wear]

 

Hi,

I’m new to the forum and from Canada.

I have a Q3+ set on my 2019 s1000xr and I’m getting a weird wear on the center of the rear tire. Only about 500 kms. Image attached.

 

I’ve been running 33F 36R pressure. The front looks good, no issues. 

 

Is this indicative of too high of a pressure, like a cold tear? Should I lower the pressure and what temps should I be targeting.

 

I checked the tire temperature with an infrared thermometer and was around 140F-145F, after a few miles on some curvy roads. I did play with the throttle a bit.

 

I know that the infrared thermometer is not ideal since it doesn’t measure deep in the rubber, but probably better than nothing.

 

Thanks in advance,

 

 

[Poll for street riders]

On 6/19/2019 at 8:14 PM, Cobie Fair said:

If you ride a street bike, interested in what you think:  Of the following skills/abilities (or another not listed) what do you rank as the highest priority as a rider?

1. Ability to steer quickly
2. Brave
3. Visual skill, lack of target fixation
4. Quick reflexes
5. Physical condition, strength

Interested in all skill levels response to this short survey, so if you ride a motorcycle, you can answer.

Best,

Cobie

 

 

1 and 3, in that order.