12v compressor

[Paul Rochdale]

1. These weren't the sort of plugs we are familiar with but more like short lengths of extremely stick rubber 'bootlaces'. They didn't work because the hole was pretty big, not big enough to poke a pencil in but big enough. Two Gummy Worms did not effect a decent seal even though my American friends raved about their effectiveness.

2. I discharged the gas from the first cylinder as I didn't think clearly ie attach elbow to tyre valve first, then attach cylinder to elbow. Also I should have had far more gas cylinders or carried an aersol of Tyreweld with me. The latter proved superb and in spite of the cautious instructions, I rode around the Isle of Man for a few days until the tyre depot could get a new tyre in. One tyre on my van has had Tyreweld in for a couple of months and it's still full inflated. A small amount of rust on the inside of the wheel rim means the tyre cannot make an effective seal.

3. Thank you for the link but is a tyre inflator/mini compressor on there? I can't find it.

 

[Dainese Brave]

The mans got a point. Years ago I bought one of those cheap £5 compressors you sometimes see in motorway service stations. Worked ok for about a year or two, then literally shook itself to bits. Luckily I was at home when it happened, so it could have been a lot worse.

Definately don't go down this route!

I had one once for in the garage, for a slow puncture on a tyre on an old van.......

......just seemed to be a noise and vibration gadget!!

....never think it ever did manage to put air in the tyre as it screeched and bounced around the floor!

After a couple of unsucessful attempts it was binned!

 

[Deleted account W]

Slime

Awesome piece of kit shown in the tool kit compartment of the R1200GS
World's most versatile compact air compressor !
The Slime Tyre Inflator is the perfect product to maintain proper inflation on your motorcycle. Small enough to stow under the seat on most bikes, but capable of up to 300 psi.
Offers a quick on-board air soarce enabling you to maintain proper tyre pressure, extending your tyres life, increasing mileage and improving safety and performance.
Includes:
300psi Slime Tyre Inflator which measures 125mm x 100mm x 50mm
Weight: 955 grames
Rugged carry case.
Tyre gauge (10-50 psi)
Air hose (450mm long).
Power takeoff lead to suit cigarette light socket.
Power takeoff lead to connect directly to the battery terminals.
Power takeoff lead with crocodile clips
Main wiring harness to which any of the above leads can connect. This harness includes a fuse and is approximately 240mm long.
TESTED
Inflates a rear GS tyre from 0 psi to 37 psi in 4 minutes !

 

[John Armstrong]

Slime

snap

 

[Zundapp]

Definately don't go down this route!

I had one once for in the garage, for a slow puncture on a tyre on an old van.......

......just seemed to be a noise and vibration gadget!!

....never think it ever did manage to put air in the tyre as it screeched and bounced around the floor!

After a couple of unsucessful attempts it was binned!

I blew up the back tyre on a tractor with a £4.50 one and it's still used on my bike every month or so - my rear tyre goes down ever so slowly.

So I suppose it's just your luck if you get a good one or not.