How Do You Pump Up A Bike Tire?
As with automobiles, proper tire pressure is extremely important to the ride and handling of a bicycle. By keeping your tires at the correct pressure level you ensure the best ride possible and less chances for a flat that could leave you stranded. This article will cover how to properly inflate the tires on any bicycle. Step 1 Examine the outside of the tire to determine the pressure that the tire should be inflated to. This is almost always printed on the outer wall of the tire. Step 2 Remove the valve stem cap. Step 3 Place the tire pressure gauge on the calve stem of the tire to determine present pressure then remove it after noting the pressure. Step 4 Place the bike pump or compressor hose on the tire and inflate the tire a bit. Step 5 Place the pressure gauge back on the tire to check if the pressure is to the specified amount. If there is too much pressure, remove the gauge and depress the pin inside the valve stem to release air until proper pressure is achieved. If there is n
