Does the Harley Touring Suspension Air Pump work on tires too?
Road Warrior
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From: Hoffman Estates, IL
The heat that would build up in the shock pump (or even one of those bicycle frame pumps) would melt the guts and ruin the pump after less than a minute (ask me how I know... Although I warned him - I did - And then we had a nice ride to the dealer to get him a new pump for his shocks).
If you were out in the middle of nowhere and had an hour to kill, you could probably do it. But I wouldn't count on it for anything other than incredibly low-volume stuff.
+1 on the Slime pump -- Used one with the battery-connected HD outlet in my TourPak (although I did step up the fuse to accomodate that pump specifically). Slow - But works well.
If you were out in the middle of nowhere and had an hour to kill, you could probably do it. But I wouldn't count on it for anything other than incredibly low-volume stuff.
+1 on the Slime pump -- Used one with the battery-connected HD outlet in my TourPak (although I did step up the fuse to accomodate that pump specifically). Slow - But works well.
Last edited by JohnScrip; Jan 17, 2012 at 01:40 AM.
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I have been using a cheap air pump that I bought for like $15 at kmart and pulled the outside case off and just carry the actual little compressor. I run it off my battery tender plug and it has never blown a fuse and is about the size of your fist. I keep it wrapped in a sock in the saddlebag along with my Stop n Go patch kit.
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I have been using a cheap air pump that I bought for like $15 at kmart and pulled the outside case off and just carry the actual little compressor. I run it off my battery tender plug and it has never blown a fuse and is about the size of your fist. I keep it wrapped in a sock in the saddlebag along with my Stop n Go patch kit.
Road Warrior
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From: South Carolina
yes the pump will "work" on tires too. direct question/direct answer.
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From: Fennario
I won a small 12-volt compressor in a contest. It's a Kobalt brand, so I think it's Lowe's or Home Depot. Works well away from home. Best bet is just invest in a compressor for the garage - it will pay for itself by extending tire life (assuming you check pressure often).
Road Captain
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From: griffin ga
I use the co2 set up...dosent take up much space..hope I never have to use it.. mine didnt come with plugs.. just the inflater hose & co2 containers
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Road Warrior
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From: Hoffman Estates, IL
Used the plug for the first time last year on a friend's bike with a flat on the side of the road. Took a minute (okay, several minutes to wrap my head around the technique, but that thing is truly amazing.
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