Ride-On TPS

[Hokiev]

FYI

I had used Ride-On when I had my 2011 RTL. At the time they recommended the auto formula since the Spyder essentially uses auto type tires. I just found they have somewhat modified that statement on their web site:

http://www.ride-onshop.com/Trikes_Can_Am_Spyder-Tire_Sealant_for_Trikes_Can_Am_Spyders.html

Trikes are very unique and we get asked what formula is best?
Trikes and Can Am Spyders are a unique application - a hybrid between motorcycles and cars. We get lots of calls and e-mails from Spyder and other trike owners asking us what formula they should use.

If we were installing it in our own trikes or Can Am Spyders, we would use the Motorcycle Formula.

However, we understand why some of our customers would rather use the Auto Formula because they get twice the product for the same price. The Auto Formula should NOT BE USED in traditional motorcycle applications. The Motorcycle Formula is designed for fast accelerating, cornering motorcycles that lean when they turn. The Motorcycle formula is designed to balance and react to a puncture quicker than the Auto Formula. Also, becasue of the rounded (curved) tread area of motorcycle tires, they benefit from the viscosity and flow characteristics of the motorcycle Formula. We do understand that many trikes and Can Am Spyders use automobile tires which are very flat in profile and don't need to lean when they turn. Because of this, trike and Can Am owners can effectively use the Auto Formula. However, the overall sealing performance of the Motorcycle Formula will still be better in these applications.

Sounds like you can use either but they still suggest the motorcycle version.

 

[happyspyder2039]

FYI

I had used Ride-On when I had my 2011 RTL. At the time they recommended the auto formula since the Spyder essentially uses auto type tires. I just found they have somewhat modified that statement on their web site:

http://www.ride-onshop.com/Trikes_Can_Am_Spyder-Tire_Sealant_for_Trikes_Can_Am_Spyders.html

Trikes are very unique and we get asked what formula is best?
Trikes and Can Am Spyders are a unique application - a hybrid between motorcycles and cars. We get lots of calls and e-mails from Spyder and other trike owners asking us what formula they should use.

If we were installing it in our own trikes or Can Am Spyders, we would use the Motorcycle Formula.

However, we understand why some of our customers would rather use the Auto Formula because they get twice the product for the same price. The Auto Formula should NOT BE USED in traditional motorcycle applications. The Motorcycle Formula is designed for fast accelerating, cornering motorcycles that lean when they turn. The Motorcycle formula is designed to balance and react to a puncture quicker than the Auto Formula. Also, becasue of the rounded (curved) tread area of motorcycle tires, they benefit from the viscosity and flow characteristics of the motorcycle Formula. We do understand that many trikes and Can Am Spyders use automobile tires which are very flat in profile and don't need to lean when they turn. Because of this, trike and Can Am owners can effectively use the Auto Formula. However, the overall sealing performance of the Motorcycle Formula will still be better in these applications.

Sounds like you can use either but they still suggest the motorcycle version.

Your best to get the auto version. It's cheaper for the amount you need

 

[BajaRon]

Just speculation here but you have to read between the lines a bit. For a long time Ride-On recommended their car version over the motorcycle version for the Spyder. My feeling is that there may be some CYA here because the Can-Am Spyder tires SAY 'For Motorcycle use ONLY'! But that is NOT because the Spyder is a motorcycle (which it is not, especially when it comes to tires). But because, though the tires use a Car design, they are too light duty to support the weight and stress a car would place on them. Still, in a jury trial with a sharp attorney and ignorant jurors, anything could happen.

It is my understanding that the Ride-On motorcycle version is specifically made for motorcycle tires. Motorcycle tires have a much smaller volume of air. It takes a lot less air volume loss to seriously under inflate a motorcycle tire in a much shorter period of time. And it is much more dangerous to lose tire pressure on 2 wheels than on 3 or 4 wheels. (Been there, done that!) :yikes:

So the motorcycle formula puts high priority on sealing a puncture as quickly as quickly as possible at the expense of other attributes that Ride-On can provide. Like balancing the tire.

A car tire has a much greater volume of air and can function reasonably safely at low air pressure. So the car tire formula has more emphasis on balance with a bit of reduction in puncture sealant time. Though you still get very good puncture sealing properties.

Regardless of what anyone says. We are running a car tire on the Spyder folks. That should tell you all you need to know about which formula to use.

 

[Dan McNally]

Just speculation here but you have to read between the lines a bit. For a long time Ride-On recommended their car version over the motorcycle version for the Spyder. My feeling is that there may be some CYA here because the Can-Am Spyder tires SAY 'For Motorcycle use ONLY'! But that is NOT because the Spyder is a motorcycle (which it is not, especially when it comes to tires). But because, though the tires use a Car design, they are too light duty to support the weight and stress a car would place on them. Still, in a jury trial with a sharp attorney and ignorant jurors, anything could happen.

It is my understanding that the Ride-On motorcycle version is specifically made for motorcycle tires. Motorcycle tires have a much smaller volume of air. It takes a lot less air volume loss to seriously under inflate a motorcycle tire in a much shorter period of time. And it is much more dangerous to lose tire pressure on 2 wheels than on 3 or 4 wheels. (Been there, done that!) :yikes:

So the motorcycle formula puts high priority on sealing a puncture as quickly as quickly as possible at the expense of other attributes that Ride-On can provide. Like balancing the tire.

A car tire has a much greater volume of air and can function reasonably safely at low air pressure. So the car tire formula has more emphasis on balance with a bit of reduction in puncture sealant time. Though you still get very good puncture sealing properties.

Regardless of what anyone says. We are running a car tire on the Spyder folks. That should tell you all you need to know about which formula to use.

Going with the air volume issue, perhaps their motorcycle product for the front, and automobile product for the rear - just' sayin'

 

[BajaRon]

Going with the air volume issue, perhaps their motorcycle product for the front, and automobile product for the rear - just' sayin'

Personally, I really like the dynamic balance feature Ride-On gives you. Even a great spin balance is only absolutely accurate for the speed the tire was balanced at. Plus the fact that as the tire wears it is usually becoming less and less balanced. Granted, a good spin balance with a well made tire is going to give you good service. But Ride-On is continually adjusting to keep the balance correct.

Plus even a front tire will have a great deal more air volume than a motorcycle tire.

 

[Exditchdigger]

any one had any problem with the pressure sensors such as fobo bike with ride on
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