If you are riding your motorcycle and the road is wet, is it advisable to increase the tire inflation pressure?

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The correct answer is NO. Increasing the pressure above what the manufacturer specifies makes the tire deform, resting only on the central part of the tread. This reduces the contact surface (the contact patch) with the asphalt. With less rubber in contact with the ground, grip decreases and the risk of skidding increases dangerously, especially when the road surface is already slippery from rain. The right thing is always to keep the pressure recommended by the manufacturer.

If you are riding your motorcycle and the road is wet, is it advisable to increase the tire inflation pressure?

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