> I should just add that I don't care what anyone's opinion on plugging a
> tire is - I've done it before, and I'll do it again.
Me too Brandon... so here's my repost with links to order your own plugs...
Yes... Tire repairs are recommended except in some countries were
government regulations specifically outlaw it...
Metzeler quote:
"According to the specific regulations of different country governments, a
general recommendation regarding tyre repair cannot be given. For your
country, please refer to your distributor. In case a repair is permitted,
METZELER is only recommending the repair of small punctures restricted to
the tread area using a mushroom head type plug. The repair of a punctured
tubeless tyre by means of fitting a tube is not permitted" .
http://www.metzelermoto.co.uk/produc.../safety.asp#11
Dunlop quote:
"Any puncture or injury to a tire's tread area obviously affects performance
and safety. Proper repair is critical. The puncture must be repaired on both
the inside and the outside of the tire. Because all parts of a tire are
engineered to function as a single unit, any repair must take that into
consideration. Only small, straight-through 3/16" diameter or less punctures
in the tread area may be repairable, if no secondary damage has occurred."
NOTE: A tire repair can be properly made only if the tire is removed from
the rim; a thorough internal inspection is carried out; and the repair is
made from the inside out. A repair must fill and seal the injury, i.e.
vulcanized plug and patch. Only specially trained Technicians are qualified
to repair a tire. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.
Dunlop Safety Advisory, Speed Rated Tires: Repaired tires must not be used
in excess of posted speed limits, in race or other competition. Speed
ratings are not valid for repaired, re-treaded, under-inflated or
overloaded, excessively worn, damaged or altered tires. "
www.dunloptire.com/care/tireRepair.html
Bridgestone quote:
Riding on an improperly repaired tire is dangerous. An improper repair can
cause further damage to the tire. It may suddenly fail, causing serious
personal injury or death. To be safe, go to your local dealer for proper
tire repairs.
Before having a tire repaired, tell your local dealer if you have used an
aerosol fixer to inflate/ seal the tire. Aerosol fixers could contain a
highly volatile gas. Always remove the valve core outdoors, away from
sources of excessive heat, flame, or sparks and completely deflate the tire
before removing it from the rim for repair.
* Never repair a tire with less than 1/32nd inch (0.8 millimeters) tread
remaining. At this tread depth, the tire is worn out and must be replaced.
* Never repair a tire with a puncture larger than 1/4 inch (6.4 millimeters)
in diameter. Such tires cannot be properly repaired and must be replaced.
* Repairs of all tires (radial and non-radial) must be of the plug and
inside patch type. Using plugs alone on any type of tire is not a safe
repair.
* Never repair a tire with a puncture or other damage outside the tread
area. Such tires cannot be properly repaired and must be replaced.
* Any tire repair done without removing the tire from the rim is improper.
* Tubes, like tires, should be repaired only by a qualified tire service
person.
* Never use a tube as a substitute for a proper repair.
A tire's speed rating is void if the tire is repaired, retreaded, damaged or
abused, or otherwise altered from its original condition. Thereafter, it
should be treated as a non-speed-rated tire.
www.motorcycle-karttires.com/
Michelin quote:
In case of a flat, take the tire to your Michelin® motorcycle tire dealer.
Only a professional tire technician has the expertise to properly inspect a
tire for damage and determine its repairability.
motous.webmichelin.com/home.htm
Although the manufactures may give the OK for repairs... I still agree with
the few who caution against tire repairs on grounds it erodes your
confidence... Belief in yourself is a fine thing... some are not easily
convinced...
Personally I beleive there is mounting evidence that plugged tires are
safe... Your looking at my plug that went 5,000 miles... not in moderation
either... it endured the rigors of a ThunderHill and Laguna Seca track day
plus one weekend racing in the H40 race reaching speeds of 148 mph... is
that good enough to pass mustard???
http://www.fox302.com/userdata/nette...Z3TirePlug.JPG
Order your tire plugs here P/N 89-15290
www.flandersco.com/
Or order a whole inflation kit that employs the safety seal rope...
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/gb0404/
Larry L
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V4'S are music to the seat of my pants...
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