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03-31-2010, 08:17 PM
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want an opinion
ok, so here is the deal......my FZ1 is sitting in my garage with a f%$##$ nail in my 200 mile old rear pilot power. I am totally broke and can't afford a new one. Are there any alternatives to buying a new tire that will be safe. I have been riding within or near the speed limits for the past month after a near brush with death and watching my friend crash and getting a ticket for speeding in my truck so you don't have to worry about me taking this thing up to top speed because I've been there many times and really nothing to see. The nail is in the middle of the tire and is small.
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03-31-2010, 08:49 PM
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Take it and get it plugged. It's amazing how much a brand new tire attracts nails and screws. I don't think I could count on one hand the number of tires I've had contract those blasted things within the first 100 miles or so. I even bought a new bike and when I went to change the temp tag for the real one, I noticed I'd already picked up a screw.
My personal rule is if it's on the rear and in the middle or towards the middle, get it plugged and go ride. Sidewall or front...not so much. I've ridden many miles on plugged tires and even done trackdays and never had a single problem...except picking up a second nail! Ugh! That said, it's really your decision and what you feel comfortable with.
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03-31-2010, 08:49 PM
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Resistance is futile!
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I would suggest you read this thread from start to finish!
 Nail in rear tire, what should I do? Then you will know your options and see how different people feel about fixing a tire. You will see many people that have plugged tires and had no problems. And, you will see that many people have heard it may not be safe and won't risk it. Really, it's a fun thread. 
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03-31-2010, 09:40 PM
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I guess I'm a squid so I'm going to plug it. Any ideas where I can get a good kit locally ie autozone, walmart(for extra squidliness), tire shops?
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03-31-2010, 09:42 PM
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Les Shwab? There the only place around me I would go to. What about a bike shop? wonder if thats something they might do
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03-31-2010, 09:56 PM
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Got my rear plugged in August. Close to 1200 miles later, its still fine. I really do TRY to stay under 80 mph... I really do. But apparently, a good plug will handle the occasional +100 blast.
In my experience, a well installed plug is a viable way to prolong a tire's life. Just make sure you clean the inside of the tire very thoroughly and watch for bulges which imply the layers of the carcass are slowly separating and coming apart. If no visible bulges, keep on riding! Good luck! |
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03-31-2010, 11:05 PM
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04-01-2010, 03:27 AM
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Why would you need to take it somewhere to get it plugged? Just go to Wal-Mart and get plug kit and put it in yourself. I just pulled off a Pirelli Diablo rear that I plugged many months ago when almost new. It was worn down almost to the cords (mostly just back and forth from home to work lately) when I took it off. That plug was still holding firm - never leaked any air and no way was it ever going to come out based on my inspection from the inside. I use and recommend those black fibrous string type plugs. Never had any problems with them and never had one fail.
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04-01-2010, 05:28 AM
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Fully Retarded
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take it to a shop and get it patched inside, or string plug like Arkie said.
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04-01-2010, 05:57 AM
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Plug it and ride on. I've plugged a few tires and have been happy with the results on my commuter bikes. I won't run a plugged tire on the track though.
If I didn't run on plugged tires, I would still be stuck in West Virgina. |
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04-01-2010, 10:32 AM
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04-01-2010, 10:40 AM
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Like that when I found it
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04-01-2010, 10:46 AM
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Walmart string plug kit has worked just fine for me. No issues.. Plus it fits under the rear seat just fine.
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04-01-2010, 11:39 AM
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Yepper, those string plugs work great....
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04-01-2010, 12:56 PM
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I have a set of Dunlop race takeoffs you can have; just pay shipping. They have 1 practice session at Laguna Seca on my 600 Superstock machine.
Send me a PM.
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04-01-2010, 01:34 PM
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 "Stupid tire plugging shinko riding ass clown!!!" - golden I tell you! 
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04-01-2010, 03:08 PM
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Resistance is futile!
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There is a fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." Naked FZ1's can be a lot of fun. Bike Pics Current bikes: '80 XT250, '81 TS250, '82 CBX, '97 ST1100, '04 FZ1 (skunk) |
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04-01-2010, 03:16 PM
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Nails are only attracted to brand new tires. Once you get 1,000 miles on it, no more problems!
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04-01-2010, 07:26 PM
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God I love that thread! A classic....lol
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04-01-2010, 08:14 PM
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its just asking for trouble riding around on a plug like its a permanent fix. Maybe acceptable if you had 4 tires but...
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