Given the unique size of Ryker tires and specialized tools required for replacement, how many of you are going to be using tire sealant to avoid any possible surprises on the road? If so, what do you recommend and given the size of Ryker tires, how much product is necessary in each tire?
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Risk of flats or other tire issues
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Tslepebull
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I have never had a flat in a front motorcycle tire; only rear. Conventional theory is that the front tire kicks up a sharp and the rear tire runs over it because it is in line. With the front tires away from the line of the back what is the probability? I know this is a second question rather than an answer. I'm just thinking out loud.
There are a vast number of plug kits and compressors out there on the market. As stated above, plug kits may be the best way to go. YouTube has some very good videos on how to use different types of plug kits, and how well or difficult they are to use. There are some plug kits out there that aren't even worth being using as a door stop.
Jackhartjr
Active member
My tire man said to never, EVER bring him another tire I had put sealer in!
SpyderAnn01
Active member
As 2Dogs said there are lots of patch kits and compressors but your problem will be where do you carry them. I have a really good compressor from aerostitch.com and we have used it many times I highly recommend it.
Bfromla
Well-known member
With the lack of storage on Ryker:gaah: better option would be roadside assistance. Namely AMA:doorag::firstplace::2thumbs:
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WilliamTRyker
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Doesn't the BEST warranty also include roadside assistance?
BLUEKNIGHT911
Sadly Passed Oct 2024 - RIP
GOOD looking valve stems is meaningless ………… You need to check if the inside piece is tight ………….. I actually had one loosen on me , so it had a very slow leak. The actual tire didn't look low - but it was ….. only 8 psi in a Michelin Hydro-Edge, the strong sidewalls of that tire, were supporting the weight pretty well …. a Kenda would have had the rim on the ground at that psi …… Mike
hyea:RykerUSA, take your wheel off, over fill it with air (not too much) and use a spray bottle with mixed soap/water and spray it all over the rim and tire. No bubbles? Take it to a tire shop and have them submerge it in their water tank. Or, use your bath tub if the wife will let you. LOL
2dogs, I did just that. Sure enough, I had a slow leak where the tire meets the wheel in one spot. I inflated up to 40 pounds and then popped it a few times with a rubber mallet hoping to better seat the bead. I think it worked but we will see as I check air tomorrow to see if I have any loss.
SpyderAnn01
Active member
BRP Roadside Assistance is kind of a joke, I wouldn’t count on them.
JayBros
Well-known member
You have to have RV coverage with AAA for them to assist with a motorcycle problem. There's a two week wait before coverage becomes effective if you upgrade during the year.
Bfromla
Well-known member
I believe it does, with more limitations is mor for the extended warranty. The AMA package is just better assistance in my opinion. Review & compare see what I mean
SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN
New member
i do, don't know if i ever will need it but i believe in prevention.
