Please note that it is not legal to use m/c tyres without ECE approval in the U.K. and Germany. Other European countries will follow.

Directional Arrows
Where a tyre has directional arrows moulded upon it, the tyre must be fitted so that the relevant front or rear arrow follows the direction of rotation. Road handling and tyre wear may worsen, or damage to the tyre can occur in extreme circumstances if these instructions are not followed.

Tread depth
Worn out tyres influence the handling of a motorcycle and thereby reduce the capacity for safe driving. The recommended minimum tread depth is 2 mm.

Pre-emptive Puncture Sealants

In line with all motorcycle tyre manufacturers, TST Racing & Performance Tyres does not recommend or condone the use of pre-emptive puncture sealants. It is possible that they can mask secondary damage, which may result in further damage being done to the tyre. They add rotational, unsprung weight to the bike- this is possibly the worst area that you could add weight to a bike and it may result in reduced suspension performance and slower steering response. These sealants also have to be renewed every time a tyre is changed with the obvious cost and there is also a charge for removing the old sealant and cleaning the wheel.

We have always advised that riders should carry a temporary puncture repair kit or at least a tin of tyre weld.

Finally, the use of these pre-emptive sealants invalidates any warranty claim against the tyre manufacturers in the event of a tyre issue.

Dyno testing.

Dyno testing places extreme high loads in concentrated areas on motorcycle tyres. It is possible that damage, invisible to the naked eye, can occur to the tyres construction during the dyno runs.

It is always advantageous to have your dyno runs on tyres getting towards the end of their life. It is always advisable to replace tyres after a dyno session before using the bike for any prolonged use on road or track.