City Bike Tire Pressure. Discover our city tire products City MICHELIN STARGRIP The urban tire that enables you to go out in all weathers conditions.. Your weight is also a factor; expect to use higher bike tire pressure if you weigh more.
Bike tire thread count casing (TPI): TPI (thread counts per inch) in the tire casing—the structural layer that underlies the external rubber layer on your tires—is analogous to thread counts in sheets in that higher thread counts indicate greater quality (and expense). Pumping your tyre up to the proper pressure lets your bike roll quickly, ride smoothly, and fend off flats. Our bike tires are engineered to have durable quality and performance, without breaking the bank.
A narrower tire (as used on a road bike) needs more pressure.
Proper tire pressure lets your bike roll quickly, ride smoothly, and avoid flats.
A general rule of thumb states that heavy riders need more pressure. Our bike tires are engineered to have durable quality and performance, without breaking the bank. In the past, riders tended to focus more on tire cross-section.