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Old 03-16-2019, 08:23 PM
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I ride an Ultra Limited and still manage to use up about all of my available space. I’m looking for recommendations on a good tire repair kit that doesn’t take up too much space. Initially I was considering CO2 but now I think it might take up as much room as a small 12v compressor. I’m just looking for recommendations from people with real world experience.
 
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I carry this kit, but haven't used it. Not much larger than a couple of decks of cards stacked together.

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I've been carrying this one around for about 5 years now , had to use twice . Takes a little bit of time to fill a tire but better than sitting and waiting for help .
 
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Hello,

is there any possible solution for tube tires? I have a RKC with WW and Tubes.

Thanks much, Kai
 
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is there any possible solution for tube tires? I have a RKC with WW and Tubes.
Basically, no. That’s why I switched mine to cast wheels.
 
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Old 03-17-2019, 07:34 AM
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There is no solution for the factory spoked rims . There are spoked rims that are tubeless out there but I just couldn't justify the $$$ . Went with aluminum rims for that quick fix while on the side of the road instead of waiting for help .
 
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I’m looking for recommendations on a good tire repair kit that doesn’t take up too much space.
I have just put one of these in the saddlebag after reading on the various repair kits available.

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To inflate the tyre afterward I have got this but the Slime compressor looks as good.

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As MyFavRk I would rather be trying something and not be just waiting for the tow truck to turn up.
 
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Save the space in your bag and just put Ride-On in your tires. Anything you could fix with a tire kit will be taken care of by the Ride-On. Plus, you can remove your wheel weights because it hydrodynamically balances your tires.
 
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I take it you've used Ride-On before ? I might carry that this trip, sounds like a nice option.
 
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Originally Posted by 702
I carry this kit, but haven't used it. Not much larger than a couple of decks of cards stacked together.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have the same Stop and Go kit.
Next time your ready for a new tire run a screw into it and practice using the kit. It does a good job and is pretty easy.
 


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