53
Taking care of the Unexpected
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
How you handle a at tire on the trail depends on how serious the tube or
tire damage is, and what tools and supplies you have with you.
If you have a slow leak or a minor puncture, there are two ways to try
making a temporary repair:
• Use an aerosol tire sealer to seal the puncture and inate the tube. (is
can be done without removing the tire or wheel.)
• Use a tube patch kit to repair the puncture. (is requires removing the
tire.)
If the leak is more serious, or a temporary repair doesn’t hold, the tube
must be replaced. e tire will also need to be replaced if it is
damaged. Replacing a tube or tire involves removing and re-installing the
wheel.
If you are unable to repair a at tire on the trail, you will need to push the
motorcycle back to your base or send for help. We strongly recommend
that you do not try to ride with a at tire. e motorcycle will be hard
to handle, and if the tire comes o the rim, it may lock up the wheel and
cause you to crash.
WARNING
Riding your motorcycle with
a temporary tire repair can
be risky. If the temporary
repair fails, you can crash
and be seriously injured or
killed. If you must ride with a
temporary tire repair, ride slowly
and carefully until the tire
is permanently repaired or
replaced.
To Next Page
Loading...