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#122636 TOPNOTCH (User) Git-R-Done Expert Boarder Posts: 407 Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   Ok I know this one has been hashed out time and time again but I have come across some information from TMW (Total Motorcycle Website) that you all might find interesting. Everything you ever wanted to know about your tires is on this website. I have copied and pasted the info below about repairing a M/C tire and put a link to the website. Take Care and God Bless Ride Safe. OSO Tire Repairs Riding on an improperly repaired tire is dangerous. An improper repair can cause further damage to the tire. It may suddenly fail, causing serious personal injury or death. To be safe, go to your local dealer for proper tire repairs. Before having a tire repaired, tell your local dealer if you have used an aerosol fixer to inflate/ seal the tire. Aerosol fixers could contain a highly volatile gas. Always remove the valve core outdoors, away from sources of excessive heat, flame, or sparks and completely deflate the tire before removing it from the rim for repair. -Never repair a tire with less than 1/32nd inch (0.8 millimeters) tread remaining. At this tread depth, the tire is worn out and must be replaced. -Never repair a tire with a puncture larger than 1/4 inch (6.4 millimeters) in diameter. Such tires cannot be properly repaired and must be replaced. -Repairs of all tires (radial and non-radial) must be of the plug and inside patch type. Using plugs alone on any type of tire is not a safe repair. -Never repair a tire with a puncture or other damage outside the tread area. Such tires cannot be properly repaired and must be replaced. -Any tire repair done without removing the tire from the rim is improper. -Tubes, like tires, should be repaired only by a qualified tire service person. -Never use a tube as a substitute for a proper repair. A tire's speed rating is void if the tire is repaired, retreaded, damaged or abused, or otherwise altered from its original condition. Thereafter, it should be treated as a non-speed-rated tire. Speed should not exceed 50 mph (80kph) in the first 24 hours after a repair is made and the repaired tire should never be used at speeds above 80 mph (128 kph). http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/tire-tyre-guide/Tire-TyreTech.htm   Logged     2006 (White Satin) 2005 Suzuki Blvd / 2000 V* 1100 Christian American Heterosexual Pro-Gun Conservative...Any Questions???   The administrator has disabled public write access. #122641 Hotelfox (User) Riding The BIG RED THUNDERCHICKEN!! Platinum Boarder Posts: 1115 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   Well I have a tube in my tire, so if I pick up a nail, we typically pull the nail out, replace the tube and go, I suppose if I had a 1/4 inch hole in the tire I would throw a plug in it and a new tube. I think it might be a little different with those running non tube tires, but I believe you can still throw a tube in if you need to. I think they may over due the warning a little bit IMHO. Howie   Logged     2.5MM Float Assy 170 Main Jet 3rd clip on the needle 2.5 turns out PMS Proud Member of Patriot Guard Riders Hirams Riders M C   The administrator has disabled public write access. #122645 RoadstarB (User) Take off work and RIDE, You can work anytime. Gold Boarder Posts: 678 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   Good info TopNotch! Tires get expensive, seems this past year I was getting nails in my tires before wearing them out. I hate to run on repaired tires, especially if I know I'm planning a roadtrip. I have plugged my tires on the side of the road just to get me to a dealership. Then I was forced to buy a tire brand I didn't want but I felt better for the next 600 miles home and didn't have to worry about the plug comming out.   Logged       The administrator has disabled public write access. #122653 Frank_W (User) Hitting deer -- in the FACE!! Platinum Boarder Posts: 1265 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   I'm looking at this exact issue, tomorrow. My front tire is still nearly new, and I'm hoping that the nail can be removed and a new tube installed. Update: I love my dealership... I got there at 8, this morning. The hours on the door said that they didn't open until 9. Crap... I figured I'd just sit around and smoke cigarettes until they opened, though. No biggie. I'm very patient. Instead, the service manager opened the door and said, "Hey, bring that tire on in here. Let's have a look at it!" New tube plus labor, I was out the door by 9:15, for $40.00. I'm working until noon today, and then after lunch, I'll take the tire home, put 'er on, and then take the Roadie for a quick joy er... TEST ride!   Logged     Last Edit: 2008/09/22 10:15 By Frank_W.   It\'s easy to tell who your real friends are: Lock your dog and your wife in the trunk for an hour. When you open it, notice which one is happy to see you. My music: Franks Savage Dream   The administrator has disabled public write access. #122799 MS1700 (User) Senior Boarder Posts: 265 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   I saw this new repair kit and it says it's good to go. I thought if I pick up a nail in anewer tire I'd try it. Says it self vulcanizes. I have the engine air pump that hooks into a spark plug hole, but I never tried it out. Cool though. Link Whew I need an HTML class! MC   Logged     Last Edit: 2008/09/22 11:27 By RoadieFF.   Experience is a tough way to learn ... because, you get the test first and the lesson afterwards.   The administrator has disabled public write access. #122800 Frank_W (User) Hitting deer -- in the FACE!! Platinum Boarder Posts: 1265 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   Copy your link and paste it at tinyurl.com. Then copy the new, shorter link. Here: Fixed it for ya': http://tinyurl.com/44bchy Click here to do it for yourself in the future: http://tinyurl.com/   Logged     Last Edit: 2008/09/22 11:41 By Frank_W.   It\'s easy to tell who your real friends are: Lock your dog and your wife in the trunk for an hour. When you open it, notice which one is happy to see you. My music: Franks Savage Dream   The administrator has disabled public write access. #122847 MikelJay (User) Junior Boarder Posts: 171 Re:Patching M/C Tires (Y or N) 2 Months ago   Yep... I carry a tire plug / tube repair kit with me. So far, never had to use it. Hope I never have to use it either! Patch a tube? Yes I will, if that's what it takes to get me somewhere were I can get it fixed right. And by right, I mean a new tube and tire, if that's what it takes. I don't want to run the risk of having a blowout because I was too cheap to have it done right...... Just my $1.98..... ( adjusted for inflation... )   Logged     Mike `06 Roadstar Silverado Lenoir City, Tn Star Touring and Riding Patriot Guard   The administrator has disabled public write access.

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