Every bontrager tire has a recommended pressure range right on the sidewall of the tire.
Bicycle tire air valve types.
The presta valve also called french valve fv or sclaverand valve is a valve commonly found in high pressure road style and some mountain bicycle inner tubes it comprises an outer valve stem and an inner valve body.
All tires have either schrader or presta valves and most bontrager pumps are compatible with both.
Bicycles presta valves require a pump with a different connector than schrader valves use.
The best way to.
If your pump isn t you can purchase an adapter at your local bike shop.
You can inflate this style easily with any regular air pump.
The outer valve stem is manufactured in various lengths for different applications and has a.
Furthermore it requires more knowledge than one might assume to use correctly.
As opposed to schrader valves which resemble car tire valves and are more common on u s.
The best place to start is what type of valves your inner tube or tyres if you re running tubulars have.
Metal presta valves on bicycle tires are sometimes known as french or skinny valves.
For such a small component the bike tire valve plays a significant role in ensuring the overall success of a ride.
The two most common valve types these days are presta valves and schrader valves.
They use an internal spring to allow inflation while keeping the valve closed.
Shrader on the right.
Schrader valves are the same type as used on your car and many mountain bike wheels.
This style of valve has built in valve.
The presta valve sometimes referred to as a french valve is common on most performance road and mountain bikes tires that require high air pressure.
There are two basic types of valves that you ll find on bikes.
Remember to buy tubes with the right valve style.
Check to see if your pump is compatible with the type of valve on your tires.