i just got some new 22/11/9 turf tamers for my 99 banshee and i want to know what is the best tire pressure to run, on the tire it says the max psi to run is 7 psi and i got some new 21/7/10 itp hole shots for the front and it says the max to run is 10 psi i need some help i race this bike on a mx track so if u could help me out i would appreciate it.


joe jute 99 banshee
99 warrior

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banshee97,
I believe the Turf Tamer is a 2 ply tire so that ,may account for the lower recommended pressure. Why don't you just try running 6 psi all around & see how the machine acts in the corners? If you get excessive roll-over, esprecially on the fronts, you might increase the psi a little. I run 6 psi in my Banditxc's all around & that works the best for me for stability and footprint. Of course the Bandit has a very stiff side wall so higher pressure isn't needed. There are so many variables...riding conditions, degree of aggressiveness in corners, soil, etc it is hard to make a single choice for all possibilities. Some riders prefer a lower psi (4 psi) to provide a wider foorprint, however the use of beadlocks in that case are a good idea.
The best idea is to experiment until you find what works best in your situation.

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thanks i will try that hot shoe