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Tire pressure on 2018 S40 need recommendation

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I bought this used in February. Had to download manual, manual says 29 psi for front - the actual tire says 44 psi. I'm a solo rider and don't carry much stuff (8 lbs max) Do I go by manual recommendations or the tire. I just started back riding after medical issues.
Thank you.
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LOOK at the tire more carefully.
It should say "MAX PRESSURE 44"
That is NOT a recommended pressure, except on a vehicle that
is the maximum weight the tire was designed for.

The number on the sidewall is NOT the recommended pressure for most anything.
Except for BIG trucks and motorhomes.

So......you use what the manual says or close to it.

I hope you aren't in the habit of using the sidewall pressure on your other vehicles.
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