Slime or Stop n Go

[BnB Tom]

I've been pretty lucky AND spoiled.   

  Never had any breakdowns when riding alone.

And on longer rides, I'm usually with people who properly prep for the rides by packing extra kickstand bolts w/spring, petcock rebuild kit, gas siphon hose, etc.  Well, you get it.

  But, I have an upcoming trip where I'll be solo and will need to rely on ME. 

Uh, oh.  What did I forget to pack in case of a break down.   

  Hmmm.  Went thru the list of possibles (that could be repaired roadside) and realized I've got most everything but a tire plugger!

I see lots of different brands for sale out there but would like some input from those of you who have had the misfortune of having had to use one on the side of the road.

  Suggestions please.   

[hubcapsc]

I put RideOn in my tires.

And keep string plugs in my saddlebags.

And on my 1500, there's a 10-inch C-clamp in my saddlebag.

And I have (but I haven't used yet) a pump that connects
to a spark plug hole, it can supposedly pump fast enough to
re-bead a tire.

-Mike "1-800-tow-truck"

[Disco]

If I didn't have TPMS sensors inside my wheels/tires, I'd use RideOn.  I use dyna beads for balancing instead, so no automatic plugging for me.

I have the Stop and Go Pocket Plugger and a BestRest Cycle Pump and EZ Gauge.

https://www.stopngo.com/pocket-tire-plugger-for-all-tubeless-tires/

https://bestrestproducts.com/product-category/cyclepump-ez-gauge/

[RainMaker]

I use Ride-On and it works great - haven't had a puncture of any kind since I started using it.  Kinda' like insurance, ya' know!

I also have mushroom plugs but have yet to use them.

[BnB Tom]

  Thanks for the feedback everybody.

Yep.  Been a big Ride-On fan for years.  

  But, never had to test it. . .   fortunately.  

However, nothing like having a 'real plug' for repair if the Ride-On doesn't quite get it.

  So.  I'll continue with my Ride-On and throw a Stop and Go Plugger pack in the saddlebag for luck  

BTW Disco, I too have a TPMS (FOBO) but it's external so I have been using Ride-On WITH my TPMS for many many miles.  

[Disco]

...BTW Disco, I too have a TPMS (FOBO) but it's external so I have been using Ride-On WITH my TPMS for many many miles.  

If I had to do it over again, I might put the sensors on the outside.  However, I don't plan to do it again on the 'bee.   

Knock on wood, it has all worked fine for the last almost 10 years and 100K miles on the 'wing and 'bee.   

My next long-term bike with tubeless tires will get TPMS on the outside now that there are those cute little Tee valve stems.   

[turtle254]

I put RideOn in my tires.

And keep string plugs in my saddlebags.

And on my 1500, there's a 10-inch C-clamp in my saddlebag.

And I have (but I haven't used yet) a pump that connects
to a spark plug hole, it can supposedly pump fast enough to
re-bead a tire.

-Mike "1-800-tow-truck"

Doesn't work … the gas coming out of you cylinder is still too hot, just spinning it over; unless you let the bike cool off. 
It will melt the hose after a few minutes. Then your done.

[hubcapsc]

I put RideOn in my tires.

And keep string plugs in my saddlebags.

And on my 1500, there's a 10-inch C-clamp in my saddlebag.

And I have (but I haven't used yet) a pump that connects
to a spark plug hole, it can supposedly pump fast enough to
re-bead a tire.

-Mike "1-800-tow-truck"

Doesn't work … the gas coming out of you cylinder is still too hot, just spinning it over; unless you let the bike cool off. 
It will melt the hose after a few minutes. Then your done.

I have a real pump too, I hate the idea of using the spark-plug one. But if I ever get stuck
on the side of the road with a tire that needs rebeaded... I'll try it 

Have you tried the one I'm talking about?



It doesn't pump air from the engine through the hose, the compression from the engine
sucks ambient air through the metal valve in the spark plug hole and pumps that through the hose...

-Mike

[Valkpilot]

 Thanks for the feedback everybody.

Yep.  Been a big Ride-On fan for years.  

  But, never had to test it. . .   fortunately.  

However, nothing like having a 'real plug' for repair if the Ride-On doesn't quite get it.

  So.  I'll continue with my Ride-On and throw a Stop and Go Plugger pack in the saddlebag for luck  

BTW Disco, I too have a TPMS (FOBO) but it's external so I have been using Ride-On WITH my TPMS for many many miles.  

Tom, I've got a small compressor you can borrow.

And a backup compressor.

And a backup for the backup.

And...

[turtle254]

I put RideOn in my tires.

And keep string plugs in my saddlebags.

And on my 1500, there's a 10-inch C-clamp in my saddlebag.

And I have (but I haven't used yet) a pump that connects
to a spark plug hole, it can supposedly pump fast enough to
re-bead a tire.

-Mike "1-800-tow-truck"

Doesn't work … the gas coming out of you cylinder is still too hot, just spinning it over; unless you let the bike cool off. 
It will melt the hose after a few minutes. Then your done.

I have a real pump too, I hate the idea of using the spark-plug one. But if I ever get stuck
on the side of the road with a tire that needs rebeaded... I'll try it 

Have you tried the one I'm talking about?



It doesn't pump air from the engine through the hose, the compression from the engine
sucks ambient air through the metal valve in the spark plug hole and pumps that through the hose...

-Mike

That's the exact one I have … every tried to hold a spark plug after you pulled it out?
That's what happens, it get burning hot and the air does to. I replaced the hose twice with different types and could not find one that didn't get soft and kink meld that way. Easy to try, do it. It works for awhile , but the amount of air it supplies is very small and you have to run it at least 10min to air up a tire: it want last that long.  Do your self  a favor and try it before you get stuck and find out.

[hubcapsc]

at least 10min to air up a tire:

That sounds worthless. I only got it because I thought it would pump so fast it
would rebead a tire, that's what I heard before. Anywho, I do have a regular pump,
the little spark plug pump is just there to try as a last resort...

-Mike

[saddlesore]

Many years ago I used the spark plug compressor after I changed tires. Then I got a device that uses a CO2 cartridge.  It's compact and is under the seat yet.  I have a small compressor in the saddle bag with some string plugs.   I hope to never use them.   

[Rocketman]

I have Stop n Go pluggers in my vehicles.  Had lots of good experiences with them.
Just this past week, I contacted them because I had managed to jam and then damage the plug gun.  Talked to the company owner on the phone.  He told me that they had a manufacturing issue for a little while, but it was resolved now, and he sent me a replacement gun, no charge.  Can't beat that kind of service.

Mark

[BnB Tom]

I have Stop n Go pluggers in my vehicles.  Had lots of good experiences with them.
Just this past week, I contacted them because I had managed to jam and then damage the plug gun.  Talked to the company owner on the phone.  He told me that they had a manufacturing issue for a little while, but it was resolved now, and he sent me a replacement gun, no charge.  Can't beat that kind of service.

Mark

Rare indeed. 

  Thanks everyone for your input. 

[Old Geezer Richard]

Hey B n B , just read your posting .... I myself have had ONLY one flat I had to fix on the road ... What I used are the sticky honey dipped looking string plugs only because I've heard about the rubber plugs work their way out after a while , just what I have heard .... I bought a little cigarett plug compressor from China Freight , Victors Glue in the small can , the T handle plug kit and the string plugs , it Worked Great .... The whole trick to making your plugging to work and stay is the Glue , you air up the tire to find the leak or if you can find the nail or screw , pull it out then ream it out real good then put the string plug on the T handle and dip it in the glue and then sock it in the hole till you have about a inche tail sticking out and then lite it with your lighter to vulcanize it for about a minute , blow it it out , snip the tail close to the tire as possible and then air it up and go home .... This what I did and it held up for three yrs until I put a new rear tire on , just my .02 cents .... Just a FYI , if you can find some shade push it there because Hot Ass Asphalt in the Summer will teach you some New Cuss Words while your laying on your side working .... Thanks the Geezer