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Hondo450R · 03-16-2005, 10:47 AM

I have 20x10x10 haulers and was wondering what everyone is running for tire pressure and how big of a difference it makes?

SCOTTS450R · 03-17-2005, 11:09 AM

Usually between 3-4 pounds MAX. !!! It makes alot of difference because too much air will not allow your tires to gain the traction you need. I'm speaking typically for racing, just riding in general it wont matter as much.

Hondo450R · 03-17-2005, 07:08 PM

I don't race or anything in the sand just recreational with the occasional drag race with buddies.

hawk-trx · 03-22-2005, 11:07 AM

it depends on the sand. i usally start with 4 all the way around. if the sand is wet i mad need to run 5-6 in order to get enough wheel spin this will also make your tire slightly taller therefor slightly faster on top end. in really dry or loose sand 3lbs to get more traction.

redrocket08 · 03-22-2005, 10:12 PM

I run three pounds in the rear and 2.5 pounds in the front. I find this setup to work really good at Glamis.

Hondo450R · 03-23-2005, 09:40 AM

Thanks for the replies

KBR · 03-23-2005, 09:57 AM

I agree with all the above.
Mess with the pressure a bit, depending on if the sand is wet, or not.
Also if you like it to slide a little better, around the corners, add a bit more air (less traction=more slide).

dysfunktinal · 03-30-2005, 01:38 AM

3 pounds all around for me :)

03-16-2005, 10:47 AM	#1 (permalink)
Hondo450R 400EX Rider Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gilbert,AZ Posts: 1,286	I have 20x10x10 haulers and was wondering what everyone is running for tire pressure and how big of a difference it makes? __________________ '05 TRX 450R HRC kit,,IMS front bumper,Pro Armor race peg nerfs,,GT Thunder mx link and rear revalve,Fasst Flexx atv bend bars w/ Oury grips,Pro Design kill switch,HMF sport full system,UNI air filter w/outerwears airbox cover,Moose parking brake block off plate,Kenda klaw mx tires on beadlocks,Holeshot mxr6's up front,Houser +1 stem,extreme haulers and mohawks,T.M. Designworks case saver,ASV c/5 clutch lever,Woodward Specialties stainless swingarm pivot bolt,Maier scooped hood,JD Performance longtravel arms,Motowoz long travel shocks,Woodward bearing carrier,Precision steering stabilizer,RPM anti fade lock nut,Streamline braided front brake lines,Dominator II axle

03-17-2005, 07:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
Hondo450R 400EX Rider Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gilbert,AZ Posts: 1,286	I don't race or anything in the sand just recreational with the occasional drag race with buddies. __________________ '05 TRX 450R HRC kit,,IMS front bumper,Pro Armor race peg nerfs,,GT Thunder mx link and rear revalve,Fasst Flexx atv bend bars w/ Oury grips,Pro Design kill switch,HMF sport full system,UNI air filter w/outerwears airbox cover,Moose parking brake block off plate,Kenda klaw mx tires on beadlocks,Holeshot mxr6's up front,Houser +1 stem,extreme haulers and mohawks,T.M. Designworks case saver,ASV c/5 clutch lever,Woodward Specialties stainless swingarm pivot bolt,Maier scooped hood,JD Performance longtravel arms,Motowoz long travel shocks,Woodward bearing carrier,Precision steering stabilizer,RPM anti fade lock nut,Streamline braided front brake lines,Dominator II axle

03-23-2005, 09:40 AM	#6 (permalink)
Hondo450R 400EX Rider Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gilbert,AZ Posts: 1,286	Thanks for the replies __________________ '05 TRX 450R HRC kit,,IMS front bumper,Pro Armor race peg nerfs,,GT Thunder mx link and rear revalve,Fasst Flexx atv bend bars w/ Oury grips,Pro Design kill switch,HMF sport full system,UNI air filter w/outerwears airbox cover,Moose parking brake block off plate,Kenda klaw mx tires on beadlocks,Holeshot mxr6's up front,Houser +1 stem,extreme haulers and mohawks,T.M. Designworks case saver,ASV c/5 clutch lever,Woodward Specialties stainless swingarm pivot bolt,Maier scooped hood,JD Performance longtravel arms,Motowoz long travel shocks,Woodward bearing carrier,Precision steering stabilizer,RPM anti fade lock nut,Streamline braided front brake lines,Dominator II axle

03-30-2005, 01:38 AM	#8 (permalink)
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03-17-2005, 11:09 AM	#2 (permalink)
SCOTTS450R 400EX Rider Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: In front by 3 lengths Posts: 1,220	Usually between 3-4 pounds MAX. !!! It makes alot of difference because too much air will not allow your tires to gain the traction you need. I'm speaking typically for racing, just riding in general it wont matter as much.

03-22-2005, 11:07 AM	#4 (permalink)
hawk-trx 450R Veteran Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: yuba city ca. Posts: 3,236	it depends on the sand. i usally start with 4 all the way around. if the sand is wet i mad need to run 5-6 in order to get enough wheel spin this will also make your tire slightly taller therefor slightly faster on top end. in really dry or loose sand 3lbs to get more traction.

03-22-2005, 10:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
redrocket08 450R Rider Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Buena Park, CA Posts: 1,707	I run three pounds in the rear and 2.5 pounds in the front. I find this setup to work really good at Glamis.

03-23-2005, 09:57 AM	#7 (permalink)
KBR 450R Veteran Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 3,449	I agree with all the above. Mess with the pressure a bit, depending on if the sand is wet, or not. Also if you like it to slide a little better, around the corners, add a bit more air (less traction=more slide).