Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Asked on March 10, 2021
I am planning a small trip and from looking in Google Maps satellite view, it seems that a dirt road is leading to my accommodations.
As I have pure road tires, I was wondering whether I should change my plans or a small dirt road (about 1km go and back) shouldn’t be any problem.
To make it clear, I am not planning any off-roading action, just a small dirt road leading to the hotel. Also, I am aware that riding with road tires off-road reduces traction and control of the motorcycle. I am planning to go extremely slow and careful and my question is mainly regarding possible tire damage. Should I avoid anything that is not tarmac, or such small dirt road wouldn’t impose any notable damage?
If it is needed: I am riding a Yamaha Tracer 700 fitted with Michelin Pilot Road 4.
Best way to avoid tire damage is to pay attention to the path you take avoiding rocks and sharp stones. A short trip like that should not be an issue.
Probably the "road" has been "graded" or at least rolled as you say it leads to a hotel.
If the hotel is designed for serious off-roaders and you need 4wd and a winch just to get there then you have chosen the wrong hotel...
Correct answer by Solar Mike on March 10, 2021
I have done this sort of thing many times on a KTM 1290 super adventure with the same tires as you - no issues at all. I am not an off road rider at all.
Just take it slow, upright, stay off the front brake and be gentle with the controls and you should be fine. Enjoy yor trip!
Answered by ThatDataGuy on March 10, 2021
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