Tpms
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Brownstown, MI
They work. Warned me when I started losing air after two different nail punctures. Got off the road in full control, plugged the tire and rode on. Without the TPMS, your first clue is the bike handling poorly.
I installed the unit under the fairing and the idiot light in my dash. Be sure to balance the tires with the sensors installed on the valve stems. They weigh enough to really throw off the balance if you don't.
I installed the unit under the fairing and the idiot light in my dash. Be sure to balance the tires with the sensors installed on the valve stems. They weigh enough to really throw off the balance if you don't.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2012
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From: Northwestern Nevada
I imagine this system might be gummed up or even damaged by a product like Ride-On. Of course, when using Ride-On and checking air pressure before rides, ya probably don't need the system at all.
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Joined: Jul 2008
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From: southeast PA
Having just 2 tires to depend on, I would not trust any technology to take the place of checking my tire pressure before riding. They may work just fine, so I'm not saying that you should stay away from those. I have that on an SUV I drive but even that acts up now and then, such as not indicating a low tire when I can see it 20 feet away.
If they're not totally reliable on a car or truck when factory installed I'm not sure about that as an aftermarket accessory.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm kinda old school and nothing takes the place of hands on attention to my bike. Checking your pressure also gives you a chance to take a look at what is going on with your bike in those areas.
If they're not totally reliable on a car or truck when factory installed I'm not sure about that as an aftermarket accessory.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm kinda old school and nothing takes the place of hands on attention to my bike. Checking your pressure also gives you a chance to take a look at what is going on with your bike in those areas.
Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 427
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From: Queen Creek, AZ
I have a TPMS integrated in my Zumo 390 and consider it an early warning system. I still check my tire pressure manually before each ride. I don't trust technology enough to allow it to replace a manual inspection by me but it's reassuring to know that if I pick up a nail while riding, there is a good chance that I'll know about it before it becomes a life threatening situation.
Last edited by AZRenegade; Mar 11, 2014 at 01:01 PM.
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2013
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From: The (808) State
I don't know about this particular system, but the factory TPMS has been working well on a BMW and an Indian that I've used. The warning should come up if they read low or don't read at all, so you shouldn't be caught unaware.
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