Setting the rear tire pressure on the RT's

[Sam Mac]

I forgot where the post was about what a PITA it is to get at the fill valve on the RT's so this is a new post about the same problem. (If the moderators wish to combine this with other posts about this issue have at it)

As you know getting at the tire fill valve can be a PITA on the RT's, not sure about other models. Anyway this is what I use. I picked up a filler at O'Rielly's auto parts for about $7.00 and a couple air fittings and a pressure gauge that I had from my racing days and I have this. I did have to put a bend in the filler. The tire filler will now reach in from the back side of the wheel or from behind the belt pulley. I air up the tire with my shop air then connect the gauge that has a bleeder valve on it to the filler to adjust the pressure.

 

[Bob Denman]

Curiously; I've never had much trouble getting to the rear valve stem... :shocked::hun:
It has JUST enough flexibility to allow you to get the gauge and the air chuck on it... :thumbup:
What's tough: Finding it on that damned rim in a poorly-lit garage! :gaah:

 

[Sam Mac]

Bob

For what ever it's worth getting at it on my 2014RT was a PITA. I don't understand why they didn't put it on the brake side of the rim. Oh Well it is what it is.

 

[Pampurrs]

If you move the Spyder so the valve on the rear tire is in the 5:00 position, it's easy to get to. :thumbup:

Pam

 

[STELLING MAN]

AIRING THE REAR TIRE

I just checked the air In my tires today, I have never had a problem getting to the rear valve stem on my:spyder:,A group of us are going on a dinner ride tomorrow, supposed to be near 70* In the Buckeye state..

 

[Sam Mac]

Maybe I have an odd ball, anyway on my machine the tire fill is right behind the pulley for the belt and it's at an angle that makes it difficult to get at with common tire gauges or fillers. Your results may differ. My issue is now solved and I only posted to help others that may have the same problem. Just trying to be helpful.

 

[ARtraveler]

The last two rear tires that were installed--they did not position the filler valve so it was in the open. A genuine PITA.

Will make sure I have a discussion on the next rear tire.

 

[Spyder-Buck]

Looks like a neat setup.Might have to build one.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

The last two rear tires that were installed--they did not position the filler valve so it was in the open. A genuine PITA.

Will make sure I have a discussion on the next rear tire.

Yes, you definitely need to be sure that they have the pulley positioned properly or you'll be wishing for your rear tire to wear out faster than a Kenda. :roflblack:

 

[pegasus1300]

so for $ 10 you can go to your local Harley and buy a 6 to 8 inch extention so you can get the end out where you can fill it easier and check pressure easier. Works like a charm.

 

[PaladinLV]

so for $ 10 you can go to your local Harley and buy a 6 to 8 inch extention so you can get the end out where you can fill it easier and check pressure easier. Works like a charm.

Or if you ever owned a Harley Touring class, use the gauge on the rear shock air hand pump. Very flexible end and a screw down connection with very little leakage.

AJ

 

[IGETAROUND]

Maybe I have an odd ball, anyway on my machine the tire fill is right behind the pulley for the belt and it's at an angle that makes it difficult to get at with common tire gauges or fillers. Your results may differ. My issue is now solved and I only posted to help others that may have the same problem. Just trying to be helpful.

You probably don't have any odd ball; they are a PITA to deal with. Your solution is fantastic and another way to deal with the foibles of our toys:thumbup::clap::2thumbs::2thumbs:

 

[jcthorne]

If you move the Spyder so the valve on the rear tire is in the 5:00 position, it's easy to get to. :thumbup:

Pam

Your 15 has a new wheel that makes it a bit easier than the earlier wheels.

 

[Devious56]

Yes, I have a 2015 RT Limited and have no problem with servicing the rear tire, but do have a nice assortment of fittings and gauges after having a Harley Ultra Classic. When I bought it, it had a beautiful set of chrome spoked wheels, that required me, to put air in them, to remove the left saddlebag, lay on the ground and wrap my arm around the wheel to hold the fitting on the valve stem, and add air with my right hand. The solution was to by another set of wheels. I love my Spyder.

David

 

[Bob Denman]

I guess it's a case of:
"One person's 'pain in the ass; is another person's challenge'...".

I have no mechanical aptitude whatsoever, so it DOES surprise me that I'm able to manage this task! :dontknow:

 

[yudydude]

Valve stem

Try the EZ Air Tire Gauge from Amazon, I just bought one for $20.00 and it works great. Put it on the tire easily and check the pressure and put air in with the same unit. Check it out!!

 

[Pampurrs]

Your 15 has a new wheel that makes it a bit easier than the earlier wheels.

Ah..... I was not aware of that. Thanks for the heads-up :thumbup:

Pam

 

[Omcge]

I forgot where the post was about what a PITA it is to get at the fill valve on the RT's so this is a new post about the same problem. (If the moderators wish to combine this with other posts about this issue have at it)

As you know getting at the tire fill valve can be a PITA on the RT's, not sure about other models. Anyway this is what I use. I picked up a filler at O'Rielly's auto parts for about $7.00 and a couple air fittings and a pressure gauge that I had from my racing days and I have this. I did have to put a bend in the filler. The tire filler will now reach in from the back side of the wheel or from behind the belt pulley. I air up the tire with my shop air then connect the gauge that has a bleeder valve on it to the filler to adjust the pressure.

TPMS saves a lot of bending .

 

[Pampurrs]

TPMS saves a lot of bending .

:agree: Adding the FOBO TPMS system was quite a relief on my knees and back. Now I just have to get down there when the FOBO tells me I need to air up :thumbup:

Pam

 

[ARtraveler]

Yes, you definitely need to be sure that they have the pulley positioned properly or you'll be wishing for your rear tire to wear out faster than a Kenda. :roflblack:

And you folks know my tires well, since you had to contend with them during the alignment. :yes: