SilvrT Posted September 1, 2011 Share #1 Posted September 1, 2011 Inspecting the bike in preparation for our 4 day weekend camping trip (putting our Leesure Lite trailer to it's firt test) into the interior of BC and what do I find??? ... a f&^%@ nail in my rear tire! New Elite III just over 4000 miles on it. Pulled the nail out and it's about a 2 inch brad. Decided to plug the hole coz it's pretty small ... waddya think? Am I gonna be good to go? (figgure I'll get a few conflicting responses to this Q ) If I have to replace the tire before we leave, it will set us back by at least a day and as a result, we may loose our camping spot. ggrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest scarylarry Posted September 1, 2011 Share #2 Posted September 1, 2011 Don't know what kind of plug you used, but if it is a wally world plug good luck they are not the best.. Then you could be one the few that never has a problem... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
friesman Posted September 1, 2011 Share #3 Posted September 1, 2011 it couldnt hurt to throw some Ride on in now to make sure it wont leak Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dray Posted September 1, 2011 Share #4 Posted September 1, 2011 Me! I'd run it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy Posted September 1, 2011 Share #5 Posted September 1, 2011 (edited) some will say its no good or don't cross the street with a plug. I been riding bikes for 35 yrs and not once have I ever had a plug failure or tire failure on a trip I even patch my tires as well still no problems I go for it:happy34: Buddy Edited September 1, 2011 by buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted September 1, 2011 Author Share #6 Posted September 1, 2011 Don't know what kind of plug you used, but if it is a wally world plug good luck they are not the best.. Then you could be one the few that never has a problem... The plug kit is made by slime ... www.slime.com Can't recall where I bought these plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueVenture87 Posted September 1, 2011 Share #7 Posted September 1, 2011 I plugged the hole in the rear of my Wing in a 3 month old Dunlop (not E3) about 8 months ago. No leaks yet and that was from a drywall anchor! Most of my mileage is in town commuting. I let the plug sit at the bottom of the wheel while it set overnight to allow the cement to pool around the plug. Plugging worked for me! Luck! JK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted September 1, 2011 Author Share #8 Posted September 1, 2011 I plugged the hole in the rear of my Wing in a 3 month old Dunlop (not E3) about 8 months ago. No leaks yet and that was from a drywall anchor! Most of my mileage is in town commuting. I let the plug sit at the bottom of the wheel while it set overnight to allow the cement to pool around the plug. Plugging worked for me! Luck! JK We're leaving tomorrow after work so it will be appx 20 hours sitting before we ride on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddyRich Posted September 1, 2011 Share #9 Posted September 1, 2011 I run several MC tires with plugs. Never had a problem with them. I keep a plug kit and fix a flat as basic emergency tire repair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilvrT Posted September 1, 2011 Author Share #10 Posted September 1, 2011 I run several MC tires with plugs. Never had a problem with them. I keep a plug kit and fix a flat as basic emergency tire repair. I've been carrying a plug kit for years too ... never had to use it while on the road tho I replaced the plugs this past spring as the ones I had appeared to be drying out. I plugged the rear tire on my '87 and ran it for a few month's before I needed to replace the tire. Never leaked so hoping this one will be ok ... guess I'll go with it and keep my fingers crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geejo Posted September 1, 2011 Share #11 Posted September 1, 2011 I'm in the same camp with Buddy. Been plugging my nail biten tires and patching my tubes for 35 yrs of riding without problems. My Wally World now has a huge "Slime" patch and plug section. In my opinion, the big secret to plugging a tubeless tire is to notice the direction that the nail went in, and insert the plug material in the same direction. Use the included rubber cement to coat the plug for insertion. I personally use the rasp tool as a last resort only. Why make a 6 penny nail hole larger by inserting a rasp that has the dia of a 16 penny nail? Don't forget that there is no law that says you can't use 2 plug "wicks" in the same hole if one doesn't do it. Snip off the excess with side cutting pliers. check for leaks with soapy water or coat the repair with spit. Not smart to do any sidewall repairs, too much flex. replace the tire, save a life. period. lets Ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael_Bishop Posted September 1, 2011 Share #12 Posted September 1, 2011 I have put on 14,000 miles on tire with a patch and plug. The shop I get my tires from take the tire off and plug it and put a patch on the inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturous Randy Posted September 1, 2011 Share #13 Posted September 1, 2011 I also have run plugged rear tires, but as soon as I get a good chance, I will pull the tire and buff it down smooth on the inside and install a heavy duty patch. RandyA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted September 1, 2011 Share #14 Posted September 1, 2011 I also have run plugged rear tires, but as soon as I get a good chance, I will pull the tire and buff it down smooth on the inside and install a heavy duty patch. RandyA I'd plug it unless I had a bottle of Ride On available. Then I'd just use the RideOn and not even use a plug..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeKanuck Posted September 1, 2011 Share #15 Posted September 1, 2011 I've plugged tons of auto tires and never had an issue. I have never had to plug a motorcycle tire but I carry a kit. I have no problem with the concept of a plug as a permanent repair. I run slime or something much like it in the front tire and don't have even a hint that it may be out of balance. I'd put it in the rear but they put balancing beads in when they installed the tire and I don't think they would play well with slime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinfool Posted September 1, 2011 Share #16 Posted September 1, 2011 I put a very powerful neodymium magnet on the bottom of my bike to help trigger some of the older traffic signals. I have pulled at least a dozen screws and nails off of that magnet that I can only assume were looking for my back tire. While knocking on wood I can say I have never had a MC flat. But then on my truck, every tire has multiple plugs and I have never had a plug fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galapagos Posted September 5, 2011 Share #17 Posted September 5, 2011 I had a rear plugged tire blow out on me at 65 MPH. Needless to say it is an experience that I will NEVER forget. Tires are cheap compared to what can happen to you in a blowout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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