Puncture - what to do?

Originally Posted by Lozzo

I wouldn't keep a 'kept under the seat for emergencies' roadside repair plug in for any longer than it takes me to get the bike to a tyre fitter and have it done properly.

Theres a can of air repair under my seat for such times but thats it.

Get it plugged, forget about it, job done.

If you need to get to a tyre fitter then use tyre weld. I used it last year when I got a puncture and it worked a treat.

Well I'm currently in Birmingham, been to hein gericke and bought two types... A bung repair kit and a spray can which sprays some stuff in to seal it. Obviously bung kit first and then get down to a repair place. Will see how it goes on Saturday when I get home, will post back with the results

where about in brum are you mate??

Currently in Solihull, but finishing tomorrow and heading off to Sutton coldfield...

fair enough, was gonna say if you needed, i could get a paddock stand over to you to get the tyre done,

hope you sorted it alrite

Slime

Originally Posted by SUPERSTARDJ01

Slime

Found it great in dirt and mountain bikes but not so good on the road bike.
I could feel it in the front wheel as a slight wobble.

Ok, so im home and have had a look....

The rear tyre I currently have is:

Maxxis Supermaxx
160/60Z r17
Speed rating: 69W

Can this tyre be bunged rather than having to be replaced? I know they can be funny about certain speed ratings...

my last tyre, avon storm, same speed rating could be plugged fine, so doubt you will have any trouble getting it done,