Tire Patch Kits - Opinions?
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Road Master
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You did the right thing IMHO. Especially on the rear I change tyres around 3/32, possibly earlier, as they have usually worn down in the centre, which affects handling. I replaced my Buell rear recently because of that. You're pretty close to needing new tyres, especially on the rear, so a good solution would be to fit a fresh pair. Nothing nicer than new tyres!
It is often the rear that punctures, because the evil front sees a nail and flicks it up into the face of the dumb rear, which can't duck out of the way! And once the rear tread gets low it becomes more vulnerable to a puncture. Which one is your puncture in?
It is often the rear that punctures, because the evil front sees a nail and flicks it up into the face of the dumb rear, which can't duck out of the way! And once the rear tread gets low it becomes more vulnerable to a puncture. Which one is your puncture in?
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Road Master
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Might be a good idea to replace. Besides Michelin Scorcher, anything better
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I noticed it when I was getting on the bike. It moved horribly when I was trying to wheel it out. Found out the wheel was flat. Not sure how much riding I did before it was flat but it wouldn't hold air. I have 3/32 left, supposedly 2 is the limit.
Question, would I be that bad off saying screw it and get Dennis Kirk to send me a set of front and rear tires and have someone mount it? It would be cheaper than the HD dealership's cash and carry price.
I look at his site and I see This: https://www.denniskirk.com/michelin/...ow-xl-883l.mmy
There is no argument for the rear but in the front. What is the differennce between the "T" version and the non "T" version? Anyone? I am thinking of getting them soon.
Reason being I don't know how long it was out of air while I was riding it and the thread is so slow. Sure it can drive it to the bike shop but would anyone trust it further? Anyone wanna talk me out of it? Anyone who doesn't want me dead, that is?
Question, would I be that bad off saying screw it and get Dennis Kirk to send me a set of front and rear tires and have someone mount it? It would be cheaper than the HD dealership's cash and carry price.
I look at his site and I see This: https://www.denniskirk.com/michelin/...ow-xl-883l.mmy
There is no argument for the rear but in the front. What is the differennce between the "T" version and the non "T" version? Anyone? I am thinking of getting them soon.
Reason being I don't know how long it was out of air while I was riding it and the thread is so slow. Sure it can drive it to the bike shop but would anyone trust it further? Anyone wanna talk me out of it? Anyone who doesn't want me dead, that is?
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I order my tyres at my local Yamaha dealer and take my wheels into them to fit and balance. They may not be cheapest but do good prices and are close to home. So look at your local options. A Harley dealer is the last place I would go!
I've no idea what a T tyre is, check the Michelin website. Buy the cheapest if you can't find out!
I've no idea what a T tyre is, check the Michelin website. Buy the cheapest if you can't find out!
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Personally, I would never use a patched tire for long-term service. To fix a flat to get home or to a shop for a replacement is about as much as I would want to ride on one. At 70 mph there are two small patches of rubber between you and disaster, or at any other speed for that matter. Be safe, replace the tire.
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I don't doubt your extensive experience, it's just a personal preference to change the tire for me. Perhaps those for whom a patch did not work are no longer with us to tell us of their failures.
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Road Master
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I got 8000 miles from the Michelin Scorcher. I an get them cheapest at Dennis Kirk. That I have 3/32 on it, I may be deciding to ride it a bit more to the store for a change instead of towing. Any other options for tire choices?
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I am using the Michelin 888's and like them a lot.
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I have had better luck with this type of plug: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Auto-Tub...xYx8nO&vxp=mtr