Outex tubeless conversion

[JJH]

Oh I completely agree a tubeless is easier. With the right technique even the rear of an 800 GS comes off with 6inch tyre levers. Problem for most folk is they don't practice when it doesn't matter, so screw it up when it does. Have a go when it's a sunny day and there's a beer to hand...

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I've always changed my own tyers. I had a f800gsa and did 60,000 km on it in two years. I did at least 4 tyer changes on it + a bit of messing around trying to make it tubeless. I don't know how I'd break down the tyre never mind pop it off the rim. I have to say you are a better man than me to be able to accomplish that task from start to finish in the time frame you have outlined. JJH

 

[Dave Ett]

Better? I doubt it! I just got taught at a Horizons Unlimited event and it's been a cinch ever since. I went there with tyre levers about 3 feet long as I was hopeless, and came away educated.

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[FatAl]

Interesting thread as I've just ordered a new Triumph T120 Bonny that is fitted with tubed tyres. This is the first inner tubed bike I've had in many years, I've used 'stop N Go' plugs to great effect in tubeless tyres, but now wondering what my best option will be. I assume cans of Finilec are still available, I used that stuff a couple of times over twenty years ago, it got me home, but about five years ago used it on my mates Thunderbird Sport that had a small nail in--useless. I have roadside assistance and recovery cover, but that means game over if the puncture happens on a day out. if on a tour for a few days I'm thinking of tyre levers, puncture repair kit and electric tyre inflator in tank bag. Then the problem is breaking the bead, does anyone know of an effective compact bead breaker to carry in tank bag or panniers. Has anyone had good success with puncture preventative such as 'slime'?
Sorry to hi jack the thread

 

[JJH]

Your not hijacking anything. I think as it's not my thread. In my opinion it's not a good idea to use any slime or suchlike with tubes. When I had tubes I carried enough tools to remove wheels and 2 tyer levers and puncture kit with co2 canisters. You won't have too much trouble breaking the bead. JJH

 

[Sooty09]

I have had no success with slime, Finilac type tyre aerosols have been a 50/50 success and only for a few miles. That's why the Outex tubeless conversion appeals to me, seal the spokes and valves yet still run an inner tube, approx £100. In the event of a puncture the tyre may operate like a tubeless tyre with the same get you home capabilities.
I have had a quote from Alpina of Italy, new tubeless sealed spoked rim, new milled hubs,spokes and nipples £1600. Considering the front and rear wheels are advertised on E bay for about £800 its just the wrong side of expensive.
Bet it would cost BMW or Triumph coppers to make a similar sealed rim on new bikes.

 

[JJH]

I enquired about getting a tubeless rim like what's on the 1200gsa laced to the hubs without any success. JJH

 

[FatAl]

Just had a look at the Alpina wheels website, nice, but as you say very expensive. I had Alpina wheels fitted as standard on both my Guzzi Stelvios. They were good quality and never leaked air. perhaps I shall start saving for a pair. I do think in the 21st century a major manufacturer like triumph should fit or at least offer as an option some wheels like Alpina, as said earlier they would probably be able to do them cheaper due to numbers made.
Meanwhile I shall either carry a bottle of slime or can of Finilec type sealant and an air compressor, RAC card and mobile phone

 

[Dave Ett]

Why not fit the cast wheels from the 650? Gotta be cheaper.
On the subject of tyre sealant, I had to use it once and it was a complete success. Luck I'm sure, but I put the puncture at the lowest point and dumped a whole car tyres worth into it. Most ended up on the floor, bit it worked and I was able to ride 15 miles home.

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[Davy F]

Alpina.........

 

[patzx12]

Tubeless tyres have completely different rim. The tyre locks out into a well.
Tubless tyres can go flat but still remain locked to the rim.
Tube tyres dont.

 

[dean0n0]

These work http://nuetech.com/

For off road....

 

[Sooty09]

The tubliss system is very clever but unfortunately it is not legal for road use. I contacted the distributer and although they have the correct size for a GS they are not suitable for the continuous high speeds on a road bike.