rangerreece
RangerReece
So, tire repair kit, plugs and an air pump, any recommendations on brand or model?
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The infamous R1200RT tool kit
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rocketmanli
Chromehead
I have this Slime kit:
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-50001-Power-Sport-Smart/dp/B000M8SY0I
Just ditch the Slime Sealant and the cheesy pressure gauge, and add a reamer and these plugs and you're all set for about $30.
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There is a Slime 40001 as well as a 50001 kit. Just verify...I think pump & accessories are the same, but one may come with the green slime & one may not.
Or, many rave about the Stop-N-Go Motorcycle Products here:
http://www.stopngo.com/motorcycles/
This is their bike kit:
http://www.stopngo.com/tubeless-puncture-pilot-for-motorcycles-scooters-atvs/
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-50001-Power-Sport-Smart/dp/B000M8SY0I
Just ditch the Slime Sealant and the cheesy pressure gauge, and add a reamer and these plugs and you're all set for about $30.
,There is a Slime 40001 as well as a 50001 kit. Just verify...I think pump & accessories are the same, but one may come with the green slime & one may not.
Or, many rave about the Stop-N-Go Motorcycle Products here:
http://www.stopngo.com/motorcycles/
This is their bike kit:
http://www.stopngo.com/tubeless-puncture-pilot-for-motorcycles-scooters-atvs/
lee
Debbie's Servant
When I have my BMW tankbag I carry a Slime Pump like the one Rocketman posted.
When I use the small Bag-Connection tankbag I use a pump that I removed from a cheap Walmart pump.
Reece, if your bike has Canbus the accessory outlet probably run a air pump, but the battery pack you carry should work.
Here's a pic north of Big Bend NP where a friend plugged a flat on a K1200S but his bike would not run his tire pump. We ended up plugging the pump into Debbie's non canbus bike.
We were lucky to have the shade of a Border Patrol station to do the work.
When I use the small Bag-Connection tankbag I use a pump that I removed from a cheap Walmart pump.
Reece, if your bike has Canbus the accessory outlet probably run a air pump, but the battery pack you carry should work.
Here's a pic north of Big Bend NP where a friend plugged a flat on a K1200S but his bike would not run his tire pump. We ended up plugging the pump into Debbie's non canbus bike.
We were lucky to have the shade of a Border Patrol station to do the work.
Universally, from what I have read, the Cyclepump is the best there is for small 12v pumps.
http://www.aerostich.com/cycle-pump-air-compressor.html
I have a Slime and a Truck-Air (275psi) so far for 12v volt pumps and they both seem ok. I can recommend to run them-doing something, at least yearly to keep 'em limbered up.
My intention is to get a Cyclepump for the ATV and also augment a product I am working on for the ATV market.
OM
http://www.aerostich.com/cycle-pump-air-compressor.html
I have a Slime and a Truck-Air (275psi) so far for 12v volt pumps and they both seem ok. I can recommend to run them-doing something, at least yearly to keep 'em limbered up.
My intention is to get a Cyclepump for the ATV and also augment a product I am working on for the ATV market.
OM
akbeemer
SURVIVOR
If you have a SAE plug (Pigtail) attached directly to your battery for attaching a battery tender, then you can run the pump off of that connection. Ensure the line is fused. It appears the Slime kit comes with a SAE connection. I think the Slime pumps are fine for using as an emergency pump on your bike. If you intend to use it regularly to inflate your tires you chould consider something like a Cycle Pump (http://www.bestrestproducts.com/c-10-cyclepump-ez-gauge.aspx).
rangerreece
RangerReece
Chaching!
$180 bucks just fell out of my pocket... Thanks guys thanks a lot!
The good news? Murphy's law being what it is, now that I am prepared, I will never have a flat, as tires only get punctured when you don't have a tire repair kit.
Went with this option.
$180 bucks just fell out of my pocket... Thanks guys thanks a lot!
The good news? Murphy's law being what it is, now that I am prepared, I will never have a flat, as tires only get punctured when you don't have a tire repair kit.
Went with this option.
ReeceI'm pretty sure that pump will stand up to vehicle tire inflation just fine- so if you don't have a shop compressor, you still have air.
I think for an extra $17,300 you could have got the "Nitrogen Special" but then you would need a generator............
Speaking of power, Kevin brings up a good point, best to run any "high draw" equipment off a pig-tail- IMO.
Again, IMO, all bikes should have a pigtail to the battery for battery usage be it charging or power out. YMMV
OM
rangerreece
RangerReece
It would be my luck I would forget the jump battery, (or the jump batt won't hook up to pump) I fix a flat, and then have a dead battery and get stranded all over again.
lkchris
Active member
Have the Stop N Go tire kit and Slime pump and hasten to add that if you expect to actually install a tire plug, you'll need a pair of pliers to pull and set the plug. You'll also need an ISO 4165 socket to cigarette plug adapter to run the pump.
My other addition is a Cruz tools T-50 torx wrench for the rear wheel ... on the assumption the tire shop in a small town may not have Torx. Should probably have a front axle tool, too, but of course front flats are pretty rare.
FWIW the OE kit expanded a bit between Hexheads and Camheads, as the latter have a special tool for getting the mirror housings off.
My other addition is a Cruz tools T-50 torx wrench for the rear wheel ... on the assumption the tire shop in a small town may not have Torx. Should probably have a front axle tool, too, but of course front flats are pretty rare.
FWIW the OE kit expanded a bit between Hexheads and Camheads, as the latter have a special tool for getting the mirror housings off.
rangerreece
RangerReece
The power plugs fit BMW, cigarette, and 2-prong SAE connectors.
I've been carrying full torx and allen sockets 1/4" drive and 3/4" drive sockets since my first year of riding.
My photo of my tool kit shows that, granted it wasn't till I posted it till I realized how bad the photo was.
I've been carrying full torx and allen sockets 1/4" drive and 3/4" drive sockets since my first year of riding.
My photo of my tool kit shows that, granted it wasn't till I posted it till I realized how bad the photo was.
rangerreece
RangerReece
And these are the tools in the universal kit, no pliers, so I may have to add that to my kit.
I use a leatherman from my tankbag more often than pulling my needlenose out of their tool roll.
Hope the meds didn't sway your move to the power of the pump
Have had the Cycle Pump since '06 and used more for other folks issues than ours. Notice my sig line club duties. When I show up on one of the boxer S's, they know they are on their own that day. I have C02 cartridges minimal kits and a lot of faith when out playing...and typically not riding sweep as usual
BTW, the front axle set up has changed on the Wetheads and the internal hex is now a 19mm instead of the older 22mm ( Or was the old one 24 and the new one 22? I know the new axle opening is smaller and not walking out to shop to peek in the tool box) for those who may have or thinking of upgrading from the Hexhead. The cutoff socket many carry may catch a few by surprise when it does not fit
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Hope the meds didn't sway your move to the power of the pump
Have had the Cycle Pump since '06 and used more for other folks issues than ours. Notice my sig line club duties. When I show up on one of the boxer S's, they know they are on their own that day. I have C02 cartridges minimal kits and a lot of faith when out playing...and typically not riding sweep as usual
BTW, the front axle set up has changed on the Wetheads and the internal hex is now a 19mm instead of the older 22mm ( Or was the old one 24 and the new one 22? I know the new axle opening is smaller and not walking out to shop to peek in the tool box) for those who may have or thinking of upgrading from the Hexhead. The cutoff socket many carry may catch a few by surprise when it does not fit
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rocketmanli
Chromehead
Same with rain gear. Bring it, and you know it won't rain. Leave it home, and you better know how to swim!
rangerreece
RangerReece
I use a leatherman from my tankbag more often than pulling my needlenose out of their tool roll.
Hope the meds didn't sway your move to the power of the pump
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Honestly, I took two loritab last Monday after the initial shots, and then two more after the finger was popped back into place Tuesday. I haven't taken any meds since Tuesday of last week. Still got a huge bottle of loritab leftover. So all my crazy posting have been drug free... Well, except for beer and wine. I've been back on the bike for about a week. Forgot about the needle nose on the leatherman, one less tool to add to kit.
I see you too are familiar with sir Murphy and his evil ways.
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lee
Debbie's Servant
I don't carry a roll, it takes too much room.How about a nice roll of duct tape?
I take a piece of cardboard and wrap several yards of tape around that.
Someone gave me a Dyna Plug kit years back ( we ride a lot together and he let's me do the maintenance) Wasn't impressed in real world use with larger punctures than the tinier Dyna wicks are designed for. I tried it a few times and rarely use it now. YRMV
The Stop n Go combined with a conventional ubiquitous sticky string kit will cover almost every puncture unless it's a 1/2 machine bolt! You can always grab a sticky string kit just about anywhere as well.
If you run Metzelers or Dunlops...reaming the puncture REAL good will keep the steel cords from spitting the rubber Stop N Go plug out as they shred it if you do not. A Dunlop taught me that many years ago...and it was a front puncture...yes, a rarity for some.
As in all tools and trinkets...have a fix a flat at home tech session to iron out methods instead of unwrapping everything on that lonely rainy dark and stormy roadside and trying to figure out what's what. It's cooler if you have a old tire on a rim and time to practice.
The Stop n Go combined with a conventional ubiquitous sticky string kit will cover almost every puncture unless it's a 1/2 machine bolt! You can always grab a sticky string kit just about anywhere as well.
If you run Metzelers or Dunlops...reaming the puncture REAL good will keep the steel cords from spitting the rubber Stop N Go plug out as they shred it if you do not. A Dunlop taught me that many years ago...and it was a front puncture...yes, a rarity for some.
As in all tools and trinkets...have a fix a flat at home tech session to iron out methods instead of unwrapping everything on that lonely rainy dark and stormy roadside and trying to figure out what's what. It's cooler if you have a old tire on a rim and time to practice.
temesvar
New member
Is so nice to have these forums!! Thanks, Steve, for your advice.Will go with Stop n Go. Thank God, never had a flat with tubeless just yet. But is
good to have a kit with you. Better yet, if not for you, but to help out a fellow rider in need!
rangerreece
RangerReece
As we say in the long gone warrior class of 58D' pilots... "Monitored"
