Single Use Tires?

jaxthedog · 11-08-2011, 08:29 AM

Yeah, I know, I know. Modern tubeless motorcycle tires offer superior performance and much greater rider safety. But what a P I T A when after only four hundred miles, you puncture one of 'em.

The sad, sad details are at: http://thechurchoftheopenroad.blogsp...use-tires.html

Turkus · 11-08-2011, 08:38 AM

Bummer...........

I got a puncture on my PRII (rear) similar to yours and the holes were closer together - 1" (a fencing staple would be my guess) with 3300 miles on the tire.

I know this cure is not for everyone, but I had my trusted (auto) tire shop "hot patch" it from the inside and I got another 5K out of that tire before it went to the dumpster.

YMMV

Darth Lefty · 11-08-2011, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turkus

...before it went to the dumpster.

Say that quietly, this is CA!

Turkus · 11-08-2011, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth Lefty

Say that quietly, this is CA!

I gave the dude his $1.50..........

GS-RON · 11-08-2011, 08:54 AM

Fix it!!!!!

Find a shop that has "Tech International" tire repair kits and have the hole/holes plugged.

It's a patch/plug combo (one piece unit, looks like a skinny mushroom) that seals on the inside of the tire as well as where the plug portion goes through the tire..... The patch portion while sealing around the hole on the inside ensures the plug can't come out....

YMMV RON

PongoUSA · 11-08-2011, 09:06 AM

I have plugged a Pilot Road, and that temporary fix was good for more than 3000 miles. I used the Dyna Plug, which I always have on the bike and am pretty happy with it. Used it on our car as well without problems.

bosozoku · 11-08-2011, 11:41 AM

Punctures aren't the fault of the tire. Stuff happens.

cywelchjr · 11-08-2011, 12:14 PM

I've been carrying a stop-n-go kit on my bike, but it's a temp use kit, and the dyna plug sounds like a better solution as so far all my punctures have been very small diameter holes (wire brads and the like) which it sounds like are ideal for this. Frankly the stop-n-go would be good to keep around for anything to big for a single one of these as a temp repair.

jaxthedog · 11-08-2011, 03:33 PM

While "fix it" sounds like a way to go. Been to a couple of local dealers who strongly advise against repair kits - although they sell 'em. (Oddly enough, they also sell new tires. Go figure.) At this point, I think I'll replace the original new tire with a new new tire - save and repair the old new tire and use it as a spare. With my luck, I'll be installing it in four to six weeks.

And Steve: You're right. Punctures aren't the fault of the tire. The point of the post's title was that with the technological improvements brought about by modern tubeless rubber comes important considerations when the repair or replace question arises.

Old Surf Dog · 11-08-2011, 05:17 PM

I never exceed 30 MPH and never lean the bike more than 6.5 degrees. I stop every few minutes and feel my tires to make sure they aren't overheating therefore I have no problem riding on a plugged tire. Of course I have never had to plug one due to the fact that at this speed I can avoid nails, fence tacks and cardboard boxes with staples. Let me tell you it's a obstacle course out there!

11-08-2011, 08:29 AM	#1
jaxthedog Senior Member Name: Dave Location: Rocklin, CA Motorcycle: BMW R1200 GSA Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 219	Single Use Tires? Yeah, I know, I know. Modern tubeless motorcycle tires offer superior performance and much greater rider safety. But what a P I T A when after only four hundred miles, you puncture one of 'em. The sad, sad details are at: http://thechurchoftheopenroad.blogsp...use-tires.html

11-08-2011, 08:38 AM	#2
Turkus Booie (Idol) Tuchus Name: Bruce Location: Somewhere below the 34th parallel Motorcycle: 2009 BMW R1200RT Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,874	Single Use Tires? Bummer........... I got a puncture on my PRII (rear) similar to yours and the holes were closer together - 1" (a fencing staple would be my guess) with 3300 miles on the tire. I know this cure is not for everyone, but I had my trusted (auto) tire shop "hot patch" it from the inside and I got another 5K out of that tire before it went to the dumpster. YMMV __________________ Bruce *Adventure is just poor planning - Roald Amundsen* GMR1 2009 *Ride Safe* and *with a* *purpose* www.streetmasters.info Follow Streetmasters on Facebook

11-08-2011, 08:54 AM	#5
GS-RON Super Member Name: Ron Location: Paradise,Ca Motorcycle: '08 ZX-14 Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,943	Re: Single Use Tires? Fix it!!!!! Find a shop that has "Tech International" tire repair kits and have the hole/holes plugged. It's a patch/plug combo (one piece unit, looks like a skinny mushroom) that seals on the inside of the tire as well as where the plug portion goes through the tire..... The patch portion while sealing around the hole on the inside ensures the plug can't come out.... YMMV RON __________________ I'm not lost, I'm right there at the cursor on my GPS...Where ever that is Do a poppa-wheelie I cried because I could not wheelie, till I met a man with no motorcycle..

11-08-2011, 09:06 AM	#6
PongoUSA Der Weg ist das Ziel Name: Ralph Location: Belmont, CA Motorcycle: '04 BMW R 1150 RT Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 830	Re: Single Use Tires? I have plugged a Pilot Road, and that temporary fix was good for more than 3000 miles. I used the Dyna Plug, which I always have on the bike and am pretty happy with it. Used it on our car as well without problems. __________________ RIDE SAFE RIDE FUN I'd rather be riding my motorcycle thinking about God than sitting in church thinking about my motorcycle. IBA# 48396

11-08-2011, 11:41 AM	#7
bosozoku Super Member Name: Steve Location: Oregon Motorcycle: Yamaha XJ Mongrel Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,312	Re: Single Use Tires? Punctures aren't the fault of the tire. Stuff happens.

11-08-2011, 12:14 PM	#8
cywelchjr Senior Member Name: Cy Location: Sacramento, CA Motorcycle: 1980 Yamaha XS1100G Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 346	Re: Single Use Tires? I've been carrying a stop-n-go kit on my bike, but it's a temp use kit, and the dyna plug sounds like a better solution as so far all my punctures have been very small diameter holes (wire brads and the like) which it sounds like are ideal for this. Frankly the stop-n-go would be good to keep around for anything to big for a single one of these as a temp repair. __________________ I was always taught to respect my elders, but it keeps getting harder to find one.

11-08-2011, 03:33 PM	#9
jaxthedog Senior Member Name: Dave Location: Rocklin, CA Motorcycle: BMW R1200 GSA Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 219	Re: Single Use Tires? While "fix it" sounds like a way to go. Been to a couple of local dealers who strongly advise against repair kits - although they sell 'em. (Oddly enough, they also sell new tires. Go figure.) At this point, I think I'll replace the original new tire with a new new tire - save and repair the old new tire and use it as a spare. With my luck, I'll be installing it in four to six weeks. And Steve: You're right. Punctures aren't the fault of the tire. The point of the post's title was that with the technological improvements brought about by modern tubeless rubber comes important considerations when the repair or replace question arises.

11-08-2011, 05:17 PM	#10
Old Surf Dog Motorcycle Enthusiast Name: John Location: Downey, CA Motorcycle: Road Kings & Vstrom Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2,051	Re: Single Use Tires? I never exceed 30 MPH and never lean the bike more than 6.5 degrees. I stop every few minutes and feel my tires to make sure they aren't overheating therefore I have no problem riding on a plugged tire. Of course I have never had to plug one due to the fact that at this speed I can avoid nails, fence tacks and cardboard boxes with staples. Let me tell you it's a obstacle course out there! __________________ Rolling with the Surf Dog “If everybody's thinking alike, somebody isn't thinking.” General George S. Patton

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Just a single shot..........	Rifleman	General	18	01-07-2011 03:54 PM
What's your record for the # of pashnit motoroads on a single day or trip?	pkx	Travel Advice & Ride Routing	0	08-12-2008 09:11 AM
02 R1150 GS (single spark) gas cap. HELP!!	Law Dawg (ret)	General	16	08-04-2007 02:09 PM
Paved Single Trak	Greenug	Motorcycle Ride Video	9	05-29-2007 07:39 PM
Single Greatest Brake Mod for the Money...	superchicken	Mods, Gadgets & Gear	2	12-01-2006 03:09 PM