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Old Jan 12, 2009 | 08:24 AM
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Default Plugging the back tire on........
my 08 Ultra.

I have a really small nail almost dead center in the back tire. New tires will be here Friday.

Tire still has a good 3000 miles on it.

Any thoughts on plugging?

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Old Jan 12, 2009 | 08:28 AM
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I plugged a tire because it only had 1,000 mile on it so I could not bring myself to replace it. If you do plug it I would say use Safety Seal plugs, I have been using them for 15 years and have never had one fail.
 
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Old Jan 12, 2009 | 08:34 AM
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You will have people on both sides of the plug your tire debate. I have only had to plug one tire and I never had any issues.

I have one of these tire plug kits: http://www.stopngo.com/motorcycle.asp
 
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I've plugged three back tires in the past ... never any issues. I wouldn't plug the front tire though. I promise others will object and your dealer won't touch it.
 
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It shouldn't matter, front or back, a "plug" gets you out of trouble and back on the road so you can get a tire replacement.
 
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I've plugged 2 rear tires to get me back home but
replaced at that point. One time was over 1000 miles
away. Had no problems. Ride Safe!!!!
 
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Thanks for all the responses.
 
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I've had two back tires plugged by MC shops. They always have removed the tire and have special plugs with a flange that keep the plug fr coming out. Have the Harley shop or other MC shop that knows what they are doing do it.
 
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