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	How do I select the right replacement tires for my motorcycle?
	Can I change my tires from bias ply to radial or vice versa?
	Can I put wider tires on my motorcycle?
	If I put higher speed rated tires on my motorcycle, will they upgrade performance?
	Why do motorcycle tires wear out so quickly compared to car tires?
	What purpose do directional arrows serve?
	I've heard many times that maintaining tire pressures is very important. How important is it?
	How can I keep my tires from cupping?
	How much run-in should I give a new tire?
	I have a tubed type tire. How often should I replace my tube?
	Can I have my motorcycle tires repaired?
	Can I use sidewall protectants or cleaners on my tires?

What purpose do directional arrows serve?

Originally, race conditions dictated that running a tire in a specific direction rolled the tread splice overlap down during operation. There are now two main reasons for directional arrows. The first being that some motorcycle tires now have tread patterns that are designed for a specific rotation for optimum performance, particularly on wet roads. Directional arrows indicate proper directional rotation. Secondly, running a tire will set up a wear pattern that may cause ride disturbance if reversed. The directional arrow insures that a tire can be re-fitted in the original direction.

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