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Old 03-13-2011, 08:06 PM
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consumer reports tested it and said it was NOT worth the money.any preformance gains were slight at most and did not justify the cost.
 
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I have it in my Yukon, It has leaked out, had to get more added cost $5.00 for the service. I have added air twice, would never use again as I can detect no advantage.

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Non Harley air will void your warranty.....
 
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Now I could see helium. That should make your bike lighter and therefore, faster....
 
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nitrogen at costco is free, but it is 45 miles away, so I top off with air.
 
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Originally Posted by OnTheFence
I use Synthetic Nitrogen only. It keeps my tires cooler.
Yeah but dino nitrogen is cheaper and just as good.
 
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I use it on my 09 Ultra. We all spend our money on other crap so I gave it a go.

Bad design on the factory wheels makes it very had for quick pressure checks and fill.

I found more constant air pressure ith nitrogen. After winter storage last season, my tires lost ZERO pressure.

Front tire has been replaced due to a warranty issue. However I still have the original rear tire with 17000 miles. I will probably replace it this spring before a high mileage trip.

I will run nitrogen again this season. So far I have no reason not too.

If you are into constant air pressure checks free air will get you the same results.

With me living in a four seasons weather climate I like the consistancy.

To each there own.
 
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if ya change it evry 3500 dino nitrgeon is fine sythetic should go 5000 with no problem.
 
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Originally Posted by davewear
Non Harley air will void your warranty.....
You're probably right.....
 


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