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Old 07-08-2008, 09:20 PM   #1 (permalink)
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screw + tire = fail

So i was driving around, and i stopped and talked to my buddies, and they noticed that i had a flat tire. After observing it, i found non other but a screw in it. At first it was loosing air within 10 minutes, but after refilling my tire it seemed to keep its pressure. Question is will a simple patch work or do i have to replace the tire?
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Old 07-08-2008, 09:34 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Replace The Tire, That Is The Only Logical Thing I Can Say To That, It Is The Only Thing Between Your Bike And The Ground... It Blows On You Going Over 30mph Your Bike Will Hurt And So Will Your Pockets.... Hope You Replace It..
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Old 07-09-2008, 04:41 AM   #3 (permalink)
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how many miles do u have on the tire and what shape is it in, if its in good shape then i would say patch it, and u will be fine
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Old 07-09-2008, 11:47 AM   #4 (permalink)
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I would replace it, just to be on the safe side, it's not like its an arm and a leg for tires.

But if you have to patch it (i know how it is wanting to ride anyways when you can't get the repairs done when you want) just make sure the whole is no where near the side of the tire.
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Old 07-09-2008, 01:21 PM   #5 (permalink)
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replace it if you have the money. if you have to patch it, use a one piece plug/patch. wouldn't recommend riding on it for very long. a patch job is strictly a temperary fix on a motorcycle. most shops won't even do it because of the liablity.
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