I have spokes...I carry a very small 12 volt compressor that can supply unlimited air.
I have used compressor for flats..to get to a shop.
I carry a bottle of slime. I have not used it on my motorcycle.
I have tested SLIME on on a bicycle nail tube puncture and it worked for several days and numerous miles.
Placed a little bit of slime in a cup to see what happens when exposed to air..after several weeks dried to a thin layer(2 sheets thick) of film with multiple fibers.
Placed it in a tube and cut tube several weeks later. Similar results.
I would use slime only AFTER getting the flat.
For me i think slime with a 12 volt compressor is a good temp. solution for a mild puncture on a tubed tire..
The CO2 cartridges really limit your air supply.
The combination (pump/slime) being good enough to get you off the side of the road and maybe a few miles down the road to safety or service.
And yes i would think you will need to replace the tube and clean the inside of rim and tire. I would do that any way with a tube.
DO NOT MIX SLIME AND FIX A FLAT..IT WILL GET WATERY.
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