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Old 05-17-2011, 07:50 AM   #1
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Ok...it's time

Before starting this I have read a lot of the threads here about the Dark Side since within a few weeks I will to become a Dark Sider :)
I did find some answers and to some I did not, so here it goes.

1: I see that many riders on the Dark Side are using 195/60-16's in some form of a manufacturer.
So I believe that I will stick to this size at least for a good starting point
However in the event will a 185 work?
2: I see that most everyone starts out at around 30 PSI give or take.
My question to this is...is there a way to test if I have too much or not enough PSI?
3: Dyna Beads Ratio...
Is it the same as what I would normally place in a MC tire?
I see talk of using air soft pellets since they do the job at more than half the price. Is there a "specific" type I should use? I don't do the Air Gun thing so I have ZERO knowledge of these :)
4: Most importantly in my eyes...
What should I expect in light of the ride? Is the CT going to scare the Crapola out of me? Does the bike feel like it will fall over? Obviously since there is a flat spot on the tire I will experience "trailing" in ruts and such correct?
5: Mounting...
I have talked to several MC dealers in my area and they will NOT mount a CT for me so it looks as if I will be doing the job.
I believe I may try this option...
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=299597
I do have tire irons as well.
Do car tires have a "spot" on them for air nozzle alignment? I have honestly never looked :)

Am I missing anything?

Thanks Much
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