Triumphrat

dazco · 07-25-2005

I need to get a repair kit asap. But i need to know a few things. How many cartridges does it take to inflate a tire, and are they all the same or do some brands take more ot less to fill one? Space is a BIG issue with no toolbox on the SM.

I'd like to hear any and all thoughts on what to get as far as brand names. A complete kit with carts, inflator, plugs and plug tools would be good. I've looked at a number of them at various sites, but there are so many i want to make sure i get a good brand. This is an important tool that MUST work right the first time or it's not only a waste of money but will leave me in the middle of nowhere someday if it doesn't work. Any and all thoughts welcome, as i'm new to these devices. But again the main thing i need to know more than anything is how many carts it'll take to fill a tire. (i know it would vary depending on the tire size, but a ballpark estimate is all i need. I heard 3 before, but i don't know if thats accurate or if it varys depending on brand.

Avatar · 07-25-2005

I read somewhere that it takes six cans of c02 to get to 22psi.
This may be a better solution: http://www.webbikeworld.com/Motorcyc...cles/air-pump/

sangsters · 07-25-2005

Not so much with the do-it-myself thing so I got one of these: Cycle Pump

$80 from Aerostich, cheaper elsewhere I imagine. That and a "sticky string" repair kit with reamer, insertion tool, cement and string ($7 from anywhere) has stood me well. And the string and cement can be had, literally from any WalMart/Autozone/supermarket you come across. The Speedmaster is running tubeless tires I guess?

Having the pump on board means as much air as I want for whoever's bike needs it. At first I balked at the size but now, wouldn't travel without it.

xrod · 07-25-2005

Prevention is the best medicine (and doesn't take up space).
http://www.ride-on.com/motorcycle.htm

dazco · 07-25-2005

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On 2005-07-25 15:28, Avatar wrote:
I read somewhere that it takes six cans of c02 to get to 22psi.
This may be a better solution: http://www.webbikeworld.com/Motorcyc...cles/air-pump/

Not a bad idea. But i don't know how big it is and space is more than sparse. after all, there is NO space to put anything in a speedmaster. However, i do have the "Grifter" licence plate storage box which would have stored a few co2's, which is why i asked how maany it takes. But if thats true about 6 to fill a tire i'd be screwed anyway. the guy never says how big that pump is unfortunatly.

Also, does the SM have a utility plug somewhere? I thought i read that but i don't recall seeing it in the manual...i'll have to check again.

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Not so much with the do-it-myself thing so I got one of these: Cycle Pump

$80 from Aerostich, cheaper elsewhere I imagine. That and a "sticky string" repair kit with reamer, insertion tool, cement and string ($7 from anywhere) has stood me well. And the string and cement can be had, literally from any WalMart/Autozone/supermarket you come across. The Speedmaster is running tubeless tires I guess?

Having the pump on board means as much air as I want for whoever's bike needs it. At first I balked at the size but now, wouldn't travel without it.

That too sounds good, tho unless it's a lot smaller than the project above it's a lot of $ for nothing. Could still be a consideration.

Anyway, thanks to both of you. If nothing else you made me realize a pump IS an option after all. I never thought you could get one that small. And i'm going to see if i can find room for one and if so i'll buy whichever will fit with the cheaper one being 1st in line. Of course first i have to make sure theres a connection or rig one.

dazco · 07-25-2005

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On 2005-07-25 20:08, xrod wrote:
Prevention is the best medicine (and doesn't take up space).
http://www.ride-on.com/motorcycle.htm

I saw that a while back but i'm a bit leary of it. Have you used it?

sangsters · 07-26-2005

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Of course first i have to make sure theres a connection or rig one.
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The Cycle Pump is built with an SAE connector and ships with a BMW connector as well. I have an SAE tail running off my battery anyway for a heated vest so that's the connection.

xrod · 07-26-2005

dazco,
I've posted my opinion in the following thread
http://triumphrat.net/modules.php?op...=26005&forum=7

dazco · 07-26-2005

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On 2005-07-26 17:31, xrod wrote:
dazco,
I've posted my opinion in the following thread
http://triumphrat.net/modules.php?op...=26005&forum=7

Yea, thats where i mentioned i saw it a while back. But after reading about it on thier site a few things kinda worry me about it. But it's still a possibility. Something about riding around with nails in your tire just rubs me the wrong way tho.

xrod · 07-26-2005

dazco,
I can understand that but I and many others use screws to patch truck tires. I would replace a bike's front tire, but the rear doesn't worry me.