I just got my tires changed and the shop said i might need to put some more air in there because as the tire breaks in, it expands some more. Im goin on a trip early and i need to know what my front and rear tire pressure should be. They are factory spec 16 inch rims.

 

On an 06 the book says 36 front and rear solo 40 rear if two up

 

Look on the tire...it will indicate the maximum p.s.i. for the tire.

 

Nice bike

 

36 front 40 rear all the time. But i might go up a little in the front I noticed some wear around the edges

 

Yep, check the sidewall for max PSI. I run 38 front and 40 rear with my Michelin Commanders.

 

I am pretty sure the sidewall markings are MAXIMUM, not recommended tire pressures. Look in your owners manual for stock tires.

 

my manual says 32 front and rear unless 2 up or loaded. Has always worked for me.

 

I always run the max on the sidewall.

 

Filling to the max rating on the sidewall will leave your tires overinflated once they heat up while riding. The manufacturer's recommended tire pressure is a cold rating (before bike is ridden) and gives consideration to how the bike is set up, as well as the original wheel and tire sizes for your specific bike as well as whether you will be riding solo or two up. Bottom line: Check you owner's manual.