Tyre Kicking Test

[Futuo]

Noticed rear tyre looked a bit flat, but thought I'd try that age old thing of kicking it, felt as solid as the rest, so why did/do people do it if the feel is identical to an inflated tyre? Most odd.

The tyre was 9psi should be 30ish so was well flat.

[The Riddler]

Just kicking it doesnt do, actually placing your foot on the tyre and 'pressing' it, as you may with a cycle tyre with your hand.

[markmullen]

Have you had your feet recalibrated recently? If not that's your problem.

[mattviatura]

markmullen said:

Have you had your feet recalibrated recently? If not that's your problem.

Yeah I wondered how long it would take before one of those dodgy Kwik Foot salesmen came along.

[balls-out]

you probably forgot to suck air thought your teeth and tut under your breath. better replace them to be sure

[bazking69]

Surely it is pretty obvious if it needs more air...

[snotrag]

Was it only flat at the bottom?

[Munter]

The Riddler said:

Just kicking it doesnt do, actually placing your foot on the tyre and 'pressing' it, as you may with a cycle tyre with your hand.

I've done that in the past to demonstrate a virtually flat tyre. I'd think it's accurate +- 30 psi

[Futuo]

Aye could tell it was low just looking at it.

Both rears are a bit skinny re tread but good weather is coming so don't need tread until about October