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Don't Let Your Tire Pressure Drop
How to Save Gas on a Motorcycle

Maintaining proper tire pressure is one of the easiest ways to improve fuel economy.

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One of the quickest and most effective ways to boost your MPGs is to check your tire pressure. Find the pressure rating for your tire on the sidewall or owner's manual; not only will hitting the correct PSI boost your fuel economy, it will also improve your bike's handling. And while some hypermilers swear by running on higher-than-recommended PSIs, we recommend you stick to the recommended figures for maximum safety.

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