Correct inflation is essential for the safety and longevity of your tires. A tire gradually loses air over time.
It is therefore essential to check its 'cold' pressure before each ride. If the pressure is checked when out on a ride (or soon after), be aware that the air in the tire is 'hot' -
In fact, when riding, the pressure increases, so you should never deflate a tire that has just been ridden on.
If the pressure (when tested cold) is lower than the recommended 'cold' pressure, it is essential to replace the missing air. After checking, do not forget to replace the valve cap which is a core part of the seal (along with the valve itself). It is recommended to change the valve assembly and cap each time you remove/replace the tire, as it is key to ensuring the integrity of the whole assembly.
This is the tire pressure (in PSI or in BAR) recommended by Michelin depending on the terrain, the weather conditions, the power of the bike and the type of control.
Recommended FRONT tire | Recommended BACK tire pressure | Minimum recommended FRONT tire pressure | Minimum recommended BACK tire pressure | |
13.1 PSI | 13.1 PSI | 11.6 PSI | 11.6 PSI | |
17.4 PSI | 17.4 PSI | 14.5 PSI | 14.5 PSI | |
14.5 PSI | 14.5 PSI | 11.6 PSI | 8.7 PSI | |
MICHELIN ENDURO XTREM (REAR) | - | 11.6 PSI | - | 8.7 PSI |
17.4 PSI | 21.8 PSI | 14.5 PSI | 14.5 PSI | |
- | 17.4 PSI | - | 14.5 PSI | |
6 PSI | 5.8 PSI | 5.8 PSI | 5 PSI | |
6 PSI | 5.8 PSI | 5.8 PSI | 5 PSI |
Click here to see recommended cold pressure in BAR
Recommended FRONT tire | Recommended BACK tire pressure | Minimum recommended FRONT tire pressure | Minimum recommended BACK tire pressure | |
0.9 BAR | 0.9 BAR | 0.8 BAR | 0.8 BAR | |
1.2 BAR | 1.2 BAR | 1.0 BAR | 1.0 BAR | |
1.0 BAR | 1.0 BAR | 0.8 BAR | 0.6 BAR | |
(REAR) | - | 0.8 BAR | - | 0.6 BAR |
1.2 BAR | 1.5 BAR | 1.0 BAR | 1.0 BAR | |
(REAR) | - | 1.2 BAR | - | 1.0 BAR |
0.4 BAR | 0.35 BAR | 0.35 BAR | 0.3 BAR | |
0.4 BAR | 0.35 BAR | 0.35 BAR | 0.3 BAR |
Invented by Michelin and intended for Cross Country, Rally, Enduro and MX use.
As a great innovation of the off-road segment, the MICHELIN® Bib MousseTM eliminates the risk of a flat, contributing to an unmatched record of victories in Rally, Enduro and MX since its creation in 1983.
The MICHELIN Bib Mousse with MICHELIN Bib MousseTM Gel, is conceived to fit perfectly inside MICHELIN off-road tires for excellent longevity and robustness.
The MICHELIN Bib Mousse is designed to enhance the performance of MICHELIN off-road tires for grip and handling. The pressure equivalence is 0.8-1.0 BAR / 11.6-14.5 PSI.
Designed exclusively for MICHELIN brand tires and for all terrain leisure use.
The maximum speed with a tire using MICHELIN Bib Mousse is 130kph (80mph). It carries the letters NHS (Not for Highway Service). Consequently, it should not be used on the public highway.
MICHELIN Bib Mousse should not be kept long term at temperatures above 30°C and it is best to avoid temperatures above 40°C altogether.
It can be used for a maximum of 6 months after fitting, however the lifespan of MICHELIN Bib Mousse varies considerably depending on the intensity of usage and the discipline practised. For example, it will be much shorter for Motocross than for Enduro.
Before a fast stage, we recommend you warm up the tire and the MICHELIN Bib Mousse progressively at a moderate speed.
Apply Michelin gel every time you put on or take off a MICHELIN Bib Mousse, both new and used, to prolong its life and avoid excessive overheating.
Your tires should be kept somewhere ventilated, dry and temperate, out of direct sunlight and away from temperature extremes, all chemicals, and any solvent or hydrocarbon which might affect the rubber. They should also be kept well away from anything that might pierce the rubber (for instance sharp metal or wood) and away from direct heat or electrical charges.
The design of Trial tires makes them tricky to mount. You run the risk of breaking bead wires if you press too hard. Carefully adhere to the fitting instructions for insertion of the rim hooks (lubricate, firmly hold the bead on the opposite side in the rim hollow - do not exert excessive force on the bead). To inflate, position a rubber ring between the tire bead and rim or use a firmly tightened strap on the tire crown to enable initial pressurising.
The tread provides most of the tire's grip on the ground. With wear, the tire's grip decreases. So remember to regularly check your tires for signs of wear: visually check the depth of the tread and the uniformity of the wear. Tire pressure also has a direct impact on wear.
Careful! There are two classifications for the same tire dimension.
For the Enduro and Desert ranges the size designation is based on the width of the tire measured at tread level.
For the Starcross, AC10 Trial Light and Xlight ranges, the size designation is based on the width of the tire measured at sidewall level.
A 130/70-19 Cross Competition S12XC corresponds to a 110/90-19 Starcross 5.
