Do you carry a tire inflator kit? Used it?

[Botch]

I keep seeing that sport-tourers recommend carrying a tire inflator kit. I don't have one, and wouldn't have room in the bags I do have if I did. From 35 years of cage experience, I've only had three flat tires during that time (a spare battery would've been more useful).
So I'm wondering, how many of you carry a tire inflator kit? How many of you have actually needed to use it? And finally, which one would you recommend, if you do?

 

[4fun]

I'm curious about the answers, I have debating whether or not to carry one also.

 

[awill1]

From 35 years of cage experience, I've only had three flat tires during that time (a spare battery would've been more useful).

The difference is when you get the flat with a car you put the spare on. On a bike your only chance at avoiding the tow is a patch kit and inflator.

I had awful luck with flat tires recently. I have been in 3 cars with flat tires in the last year and a half. Then, after less than a week after getting my FZ6 I ran over a nail. Fortunately I noticed the leak while I was at Target so I was able to buy a compressor. Since then, I always have my tire repair kit and inflator with me when I am going out of "Can you come pick me up?" range.

 

[Zack]

Bought one in KTM store for about 12 bucks. Barely fits under the seat. Hope never to use it, looks flimsy but prospect of having flat in the middle of nowhere scares a ...t out of me.

Zack

 

[Mattberkshire]

I used to carry a can of tyre weld under my seat which inflates the tyre and mends the puncture, but...... it leaked liquid rubber sh!te which went everywhere. That was nearly a year ago and I still find bits of it when I clean up the bike

 

[dennmahn]

I've got a Slime air compressor and a patch kit that I carry under my seat, but I haven't used it since I only got it a few weeks ago. Before that, I got 4 flat tires, one that was a slow leak that I discovered at home, but the other three I needed a tow for. One of the flats was an inch-long cut that no patch kit would've fixed, but maybe the other two could've been patched.

I experimented on one of the flats when I got home though, and put a plug in that night but by the next morning it had spit it out. Maybe I didn't rough the edges up enough.

 

[VEGASRIDER]

Nice thread Botch:thumbup:. I'm curious with the poll results as well. I'm currently looking to purchase a kit from Aerostichtours containing several co2 cartridges.

 

[Tailgate]

I have the "Stop 'n Go" Co2 tire plug kit Welcome to Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger I store it under the seat. Maybe it will also fit under the lift side rear pod panel. I've seen those mini tire pumps---they would probably get you enough air pressure too? I think those spark plug/compression operated air pumps would be too complicated. I hope if I get a flat that the Co2 kit works as well as the riders on the following testimonial page assert: Testimonials | Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger

 

[n1one]

I have the "Stop 'n Go" Co2 tire plug kit Welcome to Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger I store it under the seat. Maybe it will also fit under the lift side rear pod panel. I've seen those mini tire pumps---they would probably get you enough air pressure too? I think those spark plug/compression operated air pumps would be too complicated. I hope if I get a flat that the Co2 kit works as well as the riders on the following testimonial page assert: Testimonials | Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger

Tailgate.....awesome website...just what I was looking for! Not large amount of money for extra insurance....nice:thumbup:

Thanks...for the info!:rockon:

 

[jdesro]

I carry one all the time, have not had to use it yet, though. I keep it in my tankbag. It is not much bigger than maybe two decks of cards. I'm sure it would easily fit under the seat but I'm not sure how the CO2 cartridges would hold out with the exhaust heat....this is what I have Aerostich Tube & Tubeless Tire Repair Kit :: Tire Repair Kits :: Tire Repair :: Prevent Or Repair :: Aerostich/RiderWearHouse Motorcycle Jackets, Suits, Clothing, & Gear

 

[bcityroller]

I bought a Bell kit with plugs and CO2 (including extra cartridges) which I carry when I'm touring but not everyday for commuting. As others have said, it's small and I keep it my tank bag or a side pocket on saddlebags. I'll likely end up leaving on the bike more when my topcase arrives since I'll have more space.

 

[clunk]

I have the "Stop 'n Go" Co2 tire plug kit Welcome to Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger I store it under the seat. Maybe it will also fit under the lift side rear pod panel. I've seen those mini tire pumps---they would probably get you enough air pressure too? I think those spark plug/compression operated air pumps would be too complicated. I hope if I get a flat that the Co2 kit works as well as the riders on the following testimonial page assert: Testimonials | Stop & Go International | Home of the Award Winning Pocket Tire Plugger

That's the one I picked up too after doing some web research. Haven't had a need for it yet (knock on wood), but it fits nicely under the seat to give me one less thing to worry about.

 

[The Rayman]

I carry this kit Genuine Innovations Street Tire Repair and Inflation Kit - Motorcycle Superstore and it saved me in the middle of nowhere.

 

[mikebike]

from the stop N go place do you recomend the part 1001??

thanks

Mike

 

[FZ1inNH]

I carry a Slime 12V compressor and a tire plug kit. The Slime uses my lead for the battery tender jr. I've never had the unfortunate opportunity to use it and I hope I never do!

 

[Sawblade]

This thread jinxed me. I just picked up a tiny screw which flatted the back tire quickly 20 miles from base and had to get my friends to go get a plug kit.


BTW, how do those plugs hold up on bike tires? I've always fixed my truck tires with them without future issues. (which also needs Z rated tires)

 

[Tailgate]

from the stop N go place do you recomend the part 1001??

thanks

Mike

That just happens to be the one that I have. Seems to be the best fit for our needs, huh? I've seen the threaded Co2 cartridges at Cycle Gear for cheap (but were on sale). At any rate, yeah, that's the same #1001 that I ordered (after trying to figure out the best choice).

 

[Tailgate]

This thread jinxed me. I just picked up a tiny screw which flatted the back tire quickly 20 miles from base and had to get my friends to go get a plug kit.


BTW, how do those plugs hold up on bike tires? I've always fixed my truck tires with them without future issues. (which also needs Z rated tires)

Sawblade: sorry to hear! Now, I might get a flat? Well, anyway, go to that testimonials link for Stop 'n Go. Riders seem to give favorable comments (but, I wonder, can't company select which remarks to post on-line?). FLATS SUCK!

 

[bluenova]

Since having 3 punctures in the past year I now carry a kit under my seat consisting of 2 CO2 cannisters, tire plugs, insertion tool and glue. Since having it I haven't had to use it

 

[ddg]

I picked one up recently after getting a flat, in the middle of nowhere in an area without cell phone coverage. Thankfully someone stopped and we got a plug from his house. Pirelli Diablo Stradas should be here any day now!! (and give V35's) The plug is holding air fine and I use the bike around town but I have been avoiding the highway.