Date: 11-11-25  Time: 17:41 pm

Author Topic: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre  (Read 1218 times)

b1k3rdude

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What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« on: 18 January 2016, 10:47:08 am »
I have found a set of very cheap "as new" tyres, but then find out why they are so cheap - see attached.

What do more exp. and pro's among us think..?


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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #1 on: 18 January 2016, 10:54:09 am »
It might seal but I wouldn't fit it.
The question has to be asked, how did it get damaged? Major kerbing that damaged the rim?

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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #2 on: 18 January 2016, 10:56:03 am »
It might seal but I wouldn't fit it.
The question has to be asked, how did it get damaged? Major kerbing that damaged the rim?


Agree with BB - wouldn't stick them on my bike. Either kerbing or the tyre leaver getting them off has damaged the bead.

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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #3 on: 18 January 2016, 11:21:13 am »
Thanks chaps, I was leaning the same way. That and 2 bike shops have said the same thing.

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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #4 on: 18 January 2016, 11:51:58 am »
think what will happen if you get a total deflation at 50mph.............does that scare you. if no, go up in 10mph increments until it does.

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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #5 on: 21 January 2016, 12:21:08 am »
I have found a set of very cheap "as new" tyres, but then find out why they are so cheap - see attached.

What do more exp. and pro's among us think..?

You would want to be nuts to put that any where your bike let alone on a rim.  :rolleyes The fact you are asking even worries me more  :eek

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Re: What this tyre still seal, would you fit this tyre
« Reply #6 on: 22 January 2016, 02:20:04 pm »
think what will happen if you get a total deflation at 50mph.............does that scare you. if no, go up in 10mph increments until it does.

 :agree I always do new perfect tyres on my bike. Car is different can afford second hand tyres if needed.

And do us a favor always check your bike other parts as well. I mean chain, brakes, swingarm and especially the exaust pipes connection...do not ask how I know that  :rollin