[Axorr]

New riding season - already picked up a nail in the rear tire.
Yay.

The tire had 5 psi when I checked it today. Anyone got a guess as to whether this can be patched? The puncture is right at 2 inches in from the edge of the sidewall.

 

[WOLFStryke]

Same thing happened to me last year, I plugged it & its holding tight. Its still worries me a little so I have a 240 in the garage waiting to go on but so far so good.

 

[mikoloe]

New riding season - already picked up a nail in the rear tire.
Yay.

The tire had 5 psi when I checked it today. Anyone got a guess as to whether this can be patched? The puncture is right at 2 inches in from the edge of the sidewall.

I would plug it and patch it...then ride the **** out of it....

 

[Axorr]

So, is this something that Ride-On sealant and balancer will work on?

 

[BillyD66]

I plugged mine at 600 miles and have just over 3K now. Held air fine all winter long. I watch it and I'm no longer concerned BUT...

I fully support and understand other people views on plugging/patching. BTW, good luck trying to find a shop to do a patch. No luck here and I would have preferred that to a plug but they aren't interested in going that route.

Honestly you can get a new tire for $200 shipped(Avon 240 for sure) and 40-80 to mount it (off/on bike) which isn't too bad.
It comes down to the level of risk you want to accept. A plugged/patched tire will always have additional risk.
In Illinois summer is construction season so the risk of picking up another nail etc. is always there so I'm not replacing the tire as of yet.

I think rideon is a good investment since small holes will be sealed. Other people have posted positive reviews. Not sure if it'll fill an existing gap but logically I don't see why not.

 

[Axorr]

Well, looking at a video on Ride-on 's website, it shows the coverage area of the product and I think my puncture is outside of the center patch zone... yay.

So... Anyone know the best price on an Avon 240? Looks like I'll be joining the club this sooner than I thought.

 

[Guest]

Don't know if it's the best price, but it's good: https://www.denniskirk.com/avon/rea...blackwall-tire-4700019.p543348.prd/543348.sku

 

[mikoloe]

Awww heck Axorr ~ I thought you were talking about a NEW 240 with a Nail in it.

Yeah~ go for the 240 club!

While your waiting for the new one` just plug the old one and do some donuts! I had a friend plug his just for the weekend, then it turn into a month then 6 months....



Do one for Joe, Shane, billyD, Toby, RK, and All us from Texas.

Getter done!

:thumb: 240 240 240 :thumb:

 

[Axorr]

I really have no way of plugging it myself - it must be done from the inside-out, right? So, unless I can find a shop to do it. It sits until the new tire arrives. Yay.

 

[11Stryker]

Plug is done from the outside. Patch is done from inside.

 

[mikoloe]

Get you a plug kit from walmart or auto zone. If its too cold out, roll your bike into the kichen open the stove door and turn it on. Always gotta drink a few cold ones before you start pluggin away!. easy as it looks..
There you go my friend.... :thumb:

Take her real easy but not too sleazy....

 

[Axorr]

Huh. I honestly did not recall that plugs went in from the outside - in. I went out and grabbed a patch kit at ye olde Walmart and set it a few minutes ago. Filled up the tire and we'll see if it holds air overnight. Thank you for the ideas!

Tomorrow, I will see if I can
A.) find an Avon 240 (or ANY 240) nearby and
B.) see if anyone local will even MOUNT the **** thing!

 

[bozzly]

That sucks, I used ride on in the 240 I Just mounted on my bike but I am hoping to never find out if it works. I do know it does work for balancing the tire. Good luck with your plug.

 

[WOLFStryke]

Should be fine considering the location of the hole. Plug & glue go for it

 

[mikoloe]

Axorr,

You have to carry a plug kit with you. Especially if your out and about at night or on trips. Sunday no one is open or just plain hours away. If you are lucky you can use this and get home. Im not calling anyone unless I have a blow out.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Coleman-Stearns-Tire-Repair-Kit-With-CO2-Cartridge/10928534

Ride it like you stole it!

 

[WOLFStryke]

Plug it and ride it