My 65 CL 77 has tires that have been on since around 1975. They look pretty good with no dry rot. I also have some NOS tires that are about the same age.
Are these tires safe for occasional riding or should I buy new tires?
Thanks
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Using Old Tires
This is a tough one! I run old tires often, and have not had any issues. The rubber will harden over time, NOS or used, doesn't make much of a difference. They definately will not be as sticky as a new set of modern tires, but in my humble opinion would be fine for a casual , occasional ride. This said, it is really up to you to decide.
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I like to feel the rubber, if it feels soft then I use the tyres.
If the tyre feels like it has gone hard I throw them out.
I do not scrape the pegs when riding on old rubber (well never really) and aviod the rain.
Having said all that I just checked my bikes and 20% have rubber that does not meet my own requirements...
New rubber can seem expensive, until you feel the bike slide out from under you.
If the tyre feels like it has gone hard I throw them out.
I do not scrape the pegs when riding on old rubber (well never really) and aviod the rain.
Having said all that I just checked my bikes and 20% have rubber that does not meet my own requirements...
New rubber can seem expensive, until you feel the bike slide out from under you.