Free Australian cycling tool
How Much Air Should Be in Your Tyres?
Too much pressure and every crack in the road rattles through your hands. Too little, and you're one sharp rock away from a pinch flat. Enter your details below for a sensible front and rear pressure starting point — built for road, gravel and MTB riders in Australia.
🎯 Tyre Pressure Calculator
Your Recommended Starting Pressure
Starting point only. Fine-tune ±5 PSI based on feel, rim width and road surface.
Build a Safer, Better-Prepared Ride
Getting your pressure right is only half the job — a spare tube, a patch kit, or a tubeless plug tool means a puncture is a two-minute stop, not a long walk home.
Why Tyre Pressure Actually Matters
Too High
A harsh, bouncy ride that skips over small bumps instead of absorbing them — less grip in corners, and a less comfortable ride overall.
Too Low
Sluggish rolling resistance, a mushy feel through corners, and a much higher risk of pinch flats on tubed setups when you hit a pothole or rock.
The Front/Rear Split
Most riders carry roughly 40% of their weight over the front wheel and 60% over the rear, which is why front tyre pressure typically runs about 10% lower than the rear for balanced grip.
Common Questions
How accurate is this calculator?
It's a sensible starting point based on your weight, tyre width and terrain. Always fine-tune based on feel, your specific rims, and the road or trail surface you're riding.
Should front and rear pressure be the same?
No — the front typically runs about 10% lower than the rear because most riders carry more weight over the back wheel.
Can I run lower pressure tubeless?
Yes. Without a tube there's no pinch-flat risk, so tubeless setups can usually run 10-15% lower pressure than tubed tyres.
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