What age to change a tire regardless of mileage?

[krkostecki]

All the tire talk lately has me wondering - how long is a tire safe to ride on even if the mileage is low? I purchased my '07 Pitbull from a gentleman this past May and he only had 2,600 miles on it. I've since put about 1,000 on it but the tires are original. I've checked them over thoroughly and they look to be in very good condition even though they are Avons. I guess the question is, am I pushing my luck? Or better yet, what are some warning signs that my tires need to be replaced regardless of the mileage? These tires must be at least five years old and likely 6+ as the '07's were likely built in '06 with tires that had a little age on them already.

Thank you.

 

[BWG56]

Did you do a search? build date is on the side of the tire, for #'s like 2410, means 24 week of 2010

 

[Killerdog]

I have a 04 ridgeback, just ordered new tires and i got 14k miles on my avon rear. as long as they are not spliting or weather cracked they should be ok to ride on.

 

[krkostecki]

Did you do a search? build date is on the side of the tire, for #'s like 2410, means 24 week of 2010

Yes, I know how to date the tire, but was wondering if there is a recommended age for replacement. Killerdog has an opinion on this (which I like as it means I won't have to replace the tires yet). Any tire experts out there that can provide some insight?

Thank you.

 

[1BADK9]

Max my opinion, for what it is worth, you are doing the right thing a complete visual inspection. if the bike has been kept indoors and no dry rot or cracks are visible, I'd ride and put some wear on them before spending money just to replace them for the hell of it. Make sure the front tires haven't got cracks inside of the tread lines. And dude........RIDE THAT BIKE. :2thumbs:

 

[krkostecki]

Max my opinion, for what it is worth, you are doing the right thing a complete visual inspection. if the bike has been kept indoors and no dry rot or cracks are visible, I'd ride and put some wear on them before spending money just to replace them for the hell of it. Make sure the front tires haven't got cracks inside of the tread lines. And dude........RIDE THAT BIKE. :2thumbs:

I know, I know. With three kids in sports and clubs at school, I hardly have time to wipe my ass much less ride all day. I get out for short rides whenever I can.

 

[1BADK9]

I feel your pain brother I keep getting sent out of state for work so my machine sits too. Haven't put many miles at all this past summer, between getting a boat and being gone the bike as been a little neglected.

 

[Mickeetwo]

I wouldn't go longer than 6 years on a set of tires. Even if they have been stored inside with no air. The rubber compounds start breaking down after 6 years.