"Temporary" puncture repair - SV650.org

L3nny · 07-04-13, 07:30 PM

Had a flat on the rear yesterday. Got the RAC out and they sealed it with some glue stuff. Pumped it up and I did another 100 miles at speeds not insignificantly higher than the 50mph I was recommended not to exceed.

I was told the repair was temporary and I need to get a new tyre asap.

Has anyone had one of these repairs? How long do they last? Tyre was pretty new so don't fancy replacing it.

Mot is due next month, will it pass?

Bluepete · 07-04-13, 07:34 PM

I had the same last summer and left it in until last week when I replaced the tyre due to it being worn out. Never had a problem with the tyre loosing pressure and no issues with speed or the balance of the tyre.

Pete

Dave20046 · 07-04-13, 07:56 PM

Had a 'sticky cement' type of repair and it lasted the life of the tyre. (depending on the type of repair maybe)As long as it's been done right and you monitor it ,at least initially, it will most likely be fine - I wouldn't track it though!

Doubt any mot tester would notice, I don't know the actual viewpoint on it but I bet providing it's not on the edge you'll be all right. Take it somewhere that do free re-test if it's a big concern (but somewhere that doesn't sell overpriced tyres).

Sid Squid · 07-04-13, 08:18 PM

Get a permanent repair - it might be fine, it might not, but until the tyre is examined internally and repaired to the relevant standards -if appropriate - it's not a certainty either way.

A repair doesn't cost much, I think it would be unwise not to.

Antrats73 · 07-04-13, 10:19 PM

I had a pegaso strada the rear got a puncture and was only a few weeks old I used a temporary plug kit but managed to find a bike shop to repair it properly and the repair then lasted the life of the tyre for the sake of £25 I had confidence in the tyre on the motorways ect

L3nny · 07-04-13, 10:54 PM

Thanks for the replies, I was told by the RAC man that most places won't fit a permanent repair once the temporary fix has been used, didn't go into why but I just assumed it was so they can sell you a new tyre.

Had a temporary fix on my blade, a bike with nearly 50% more power than the vfr and that lasted the life of the tyre (albeit that was only 10 days and 2000 miles around Europe)

The fix on the blade was a different type though, it was a rubber mushroom type.

08-04-13, 06:21 AM

The rubber mushroom type of repair where the tyre is drilled and plugged is regarded as a permanent repair and I have never had a problem with this type of repair.

08-04-13, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L3nny

Thanks for the replies, I was told by the RAC man that most places won't fit a permanent repair once the temporary fix has been used, didn't go into why but I just assumed it was so they can sell you a new tyre.

Had a temporary fix on my blade, a bike with nearly 50% more power than the vfr and that lasted the life of the tyre (albeit that was only 10 days and 2000 miles around Europe)

The fix on the blade was a different type though, it was a rubber mushroom type.

You cant often use the TUV approved Z rated permenant repair on tyres that have had a temporary plug fitted as this type of repair can damage the tyre. Same when gloop or similar products have been used as these can prevent the repair from adheering to the inner carcass.

08-04-13, 10:17 PM

I did 2.5k on a temp repair including a track day on my sprint, never once lost any pressure.

L3nny · 08-04-13, 10:24 PM

Think I'm just going to risk it and keep an eye on the pressure, I check it before every outing anyway.

Famous last words........................

07-04-13, 07:30 PM	#1
L3nny Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2008 Location: MK Posts: 2,111	"Temporary" puncture repair Had a flat on the rear yesterday. Got the RAC out and they sealed it with some glue stuff. Pumped it up and I did another 100 miles at speeds not insignificantly higher than the 50mph I was recommended not to exceed. I was told the repair was temporary and I need to get a new tyre asap. Has anyone had one of these repairs? How long do they last? Tyre was pretty new so don't fancy replacing it. Mot is due next month, will it pass? __________________ 2015 GS 1200 Adventure

07-04-13, 07:34 PM	#2
Bluepete Member Mega Poster Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ex motorcyclist Posts: 1,961	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair I had the same last summer and left it in until last week when I replaced the tyre due to it being worn out. Never had a problem with the tyre loosing pressure and no issues with speed or the balance of the tyre. Pete

07-04-13, 07:56 PM	#3
Dave20046 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Sheffield Posts: 10,274	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair Had a 'sticky cement' type of repair and it lasted the life of the tyre. (depending on the type of repair maybe)As long as it's been done right and you monitor it ,at least initially, it will most likely be fine - I wouldn't track it though! Doubt any mot tester would notice, I don't know the actual viewpoint on it but I bet providing it's not on the edge you'll be all right. Take it somewhere that do free re-test if it's a big concern (but somewhere that doesn't sell overpriced tyres). __________________

07-04-13, 08:18 PM	#4
Sid Squid No, I don't lend tools. Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Skunk Works, Nth London Posts: 8,680	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair Get a permanent repair - it might be fine, it might not, but until the tyre is examined internally and repaired to the relevant standards -if appropriate - it's not a certainty either way. A repair doesn't cost much, I think it would be unwise not to. __________________ If an SV650 has a flat tyre in the forest and no-one is there to blow it up, how long will it be 'til someone posts that the reg/rec is duff and the world will end unless a CBR unit is fitted? A little bit of knowledge = a dangerous thing. "a deathless anthem of nuclear-strength romantic angst"

07-04-13, 10:19 PM	#5
Antrats73 Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Rawtenstall Posts: 231	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair I had a pegaso strada the rear got a puncture and was only a few weeks old I used a temporary plug kit but managed to find a bike shop to repair it properly and the repair then lasted the life of the tyre for the sake of £25 I had confidence in the tyre on the motorways ect __________________ Sv650 k4, Oxford grips, Rear seat cowl & pad, Pyramid undertray, Tinted screen, Tinted Headlight covers, Mirror Extenders, Xenon bulbs, Blue LED speedo upgrade, Jisu stubby exhaust + hanger, A Gizmo, Cheeky home made LED tail tidy!

07-04-13, 10:54 PM	#6
L3nny Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2008 Location: MK Posts: 2,111	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair Thanks for the replies, I was told by the RAC man that most places won't fit a permanent repair once the temporary fix has been used, didn't go into why but I just assumed it was so they can sell you a new tyre. Had a temporary fix on my blade, a bike with nearly 50% more power than the vfr and that lasted the life of the tyre (albeit that was only 10 days and 2000 miles around Europe) The fix on the blade was a different type though, it was a rubber mushroom type. __________________ 2015 GS 1200 Adventure Last edited by L3nny; 07-04-13 at 11:13 PM.

08-04-13, 06:21 AM	#7
Dicky Ticker Guest Posts: n/a	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair The rubber mushroom type of repair where the tyre is drilled and plugged is regarded as a permanent repair and I have never had a problem with this type of repair.

08-04-13, 10:17 PM	#9
Specialone Guest Posts: n/a	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair I did 2.5k on a temp repair including a track day on my sprint, never once lost any pressure.

08-04-13, 10:24 PM	#10
L3nny Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2008 Location: MK Posts: 2,111	Re: "Temporary" puncture repair Think I'm just going to risk it and keep an eye on the pressure, I check it before every outing anyway. Famous last words........................

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