spare tubes in upper fairings

twodollardoug · 07-30-2009, 05:15 PM

o.k. im a newbie so take it easy on me boys. how do you guys that store your spare tubes in the upper fairings get them in there? do you take off the inner black plastic then put the tube in, then put the black plastic back on? do you secure them somehow?

cjracer · 07-30-2009, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mrbubblehead

o.k. im a newbie so take it easy on me boys. how do you guys that store your spare tubes in the upper fairings get them in there? do you take off the inner black plastic then put the tube in, then put the black plastic back on? do you secure them somehow?

That's how I did it. I could fit 2 fronts in the left side and the 1 Rear in the Right. That way I could remember what side the tube was on when needed. They stayed in there fine for me. I put them in a plastic bag, wrapped them tight and w/ several layers of duct tape. Last thing you want is to find a hole that was formed from the tubes rubbing on the panels. I normally checked on them every valve check to make sure they were still holding up.

thugdog · 07-30-2009, 06:34 PM

+1 ... Rear to rider's Right

Also, you may want to puff plenty of baby powder onto tubes before wrapping air-tight inside storage bags. As for securing them, just wedge in snug and tighten screws holding black panels (without pinching anything).

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Dogtown · 07-30-2009, 06:43 PM

Will they fit with the cannister still in?

cjracer · 07-30-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dogtown

Will they fit with the cannister still in?

Might fit on one side. Be careful not to pinch any hoses.

tstick14 · 07-30-2009, 07:47 PM

Shop I go to has a mechanic that rides a 950 and he said that the heat produced through the fenders is too hot to keep tubes in there. He said the tubes will dry out fast and begin to crack where they are folded creating leaks. Just an FYI... if he is full of s**t I don't know. Just thowing it out there.

crofrog · 07-30-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tstick14

Shop I go to has a mechanic that rides a 950 and he said that the heat produced through the fenders is too hot to keep tubes in there. He said the tubes will dry out fast and begin to crack where they are folded creating leaks. Just an FYI... if he is full of s**t I don't know. Just thowing it out there.

I'm not really sure how it would get that hot up in that area...

mysterio · 07-30-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by tstick14

Shop I go to has a mechanic that rides a 950 and he said that the heat produced through the fenders is too hot to keep tubes in there. He said the tubes will dry out fast and begin to crack where they are folded creating leaks. Just an FYI... if he is full of s**t I don't know. Just thowing it out there.

Probably more of an age issue and I'd say throw out after 2-3 years.

Vicks · 07-30-2009, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by tstick14

Shop I go to has a mechanic that rides a 950 and he said that the heat produced through the fenders is too hot to keep tubes in there. He said the tubes will dry out fast and begin to crack where they are folded creating leaks. Just an FYI... if he is full of s**t I don't know. Just thowing it out there.

just guessing here ....

maybe the mech was referring to the rear fender panels ? cos the exhaust is directly under them and it gets plenty hot there.

If the tube can stay inside a tyre travelling at >160kmph, various dynamic forces acting on it all day long and still remain in good condition, i'm sure they will be safe under the front fairings.

thugdog · 07-30-2009, 11:40 PM

This thread got me wondering, so i just opened my upper fairings and examined my stored tubes.

They've been stored in there for just over 5 years (no flats), so it was time to inspect/refresh anyway (thanks).

As for the heat concern, except for sunlight radiation, those upper fairing cavities stay the coolest part of my bike.

For completeness, I decided to over-fill both tubes tonight, and they look flawless and hold pressure like new.

Of course, baby powder went everywhere (doh!), so next time perhaps i'll remember to unroll the tubes outdoors with a tail wind.

Next week i'll buy some new/fresh tubes and stash them in exactly the same manner, without worries, for the next five years.

.

mysterio · 07-31-2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Vicks

just guessing here ....

maybe the mech was referring to the rear fender panels ? cos the exhaust is directly under them and it gets plenty hot there.

If the tube can stay inside a tyre travelling at >160kmph, various dynamic forces acting on it all day long and still remain in good condition, i'm sure they will be safe under the front fairings.

Yes, a tube in a tyre suffers the effects of heat, friction, vibration, pressure, etc. etc. but I think the folds in a stored tyre could pose more of a problem.

mysterio · 07-31-2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by thugdog

This thread got me wondering, so i just opened my upper fairings and examined my stored tubes.

They've been stored in there for just over 5 years (no flats), so it was time to inspect/refresh anyway (thanks).

As for the heat concern, except for sunlight radiation, those upper fairing cavities stay the coolest part of my bike.

For completeness, I decided to over-fill both tubes tonight, and they look flawless and hold pressure like new.

Of course, baby powder went everywhere (doh!), so next time perhaps i'll remember to unroll the tubes outdoors with a tail wind.

Next week i'll buy some new/fresh tubes and stash them in exactly the same manner, without worries, for the next five years.

.

Good to hear that.

cagiva549 · 07-31-2009, 04:41 AM

I trimmed the black inside liners on my panels so no hoses have to be removed to pull the panels . Also trimmed any sharp edges on the inner and outer panel that might come in contact with the tubes and I run heavy tubes so it is all I can do to stuff the rear tube in the panel . When I mount new tires the tube comes out of the panel and into the tire and a new tube goes in the panel . So far no problums with the storage and it sure is nice to have one when you need it . SEYA

Sadlsor · 07-31-2009, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mysterio

Probably more of an age issue and I'd say throw out after 2-3 years.

'Scuse me, please... but SCREW THAT!!

How's about we USE them, and then put new ones in the fairing panels. How in the heck can you go more than 2 - 3 years without changing tires, anyway? I use new tubes with every tire change, and keep the used tubes for spares.

OR, ...alternatively, I'll give you my address and pay shippinng if you'll send your unused tubes to me!

twodollardoug · 08-01-2009, 11:32 AM

thanks everyone. i got them squeezed in this morning. kinda sucks bringing weight higher up on the bike but what are you gonna do.

07-30-2009, 05:15 PM	#1
twodollardoug ^OP the calimesa kid Joined: Jan 2009 Location: southern california (IE) Oddometer: 337	spare tubes in upper fairings o.k. im a newbie so take it easy on me boys. how do you guys that store your spare tubes in the upper fairings get them in there? do you take off the inner black plastic then put the tube in, then put the black plastic back on? do you secure them somehow? __________________ "I don't give it a name, but I always speak with it. I don't know if other riders do the same. This is not only a piece of metal - there is a soul" -Valentino Rossi

07-30-2009, 06:34 PM	#3
thugdog Druid Revisionist Joined: Sep 2004 Oddometer: 396	+1 ... Rear to rider's Right Also, you may want to puff plenty of baby powder onto tubes before wrapping air-tight inside storage bags. As for securing them, just wedge in snug and tighten screws holding black panels (without pinching anything). . __________________ ....there's nothing more permanent than a temporary solution

07-30-2009, 06:43 PM	#4
Dogtown Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Marin County Oddometer: 397	Will they fit with the cannister still in? __________________ OH 7 990 Marin County To Cabo!

07-30-2009, 07:47 PM	#6
tstick14 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Meridian, ID Oddometer: 146	I was told that was a no no... Shop I go to has a mechanic that rides a 950 and he said that the heat produced through the fenders is too hot to keep tubes in there. He said the tubes will dry out fast and begin to crack where they are folded creating leaks. Just an FYI... if he is full of s**t I don't know. Just thowing it out there.

07-30-2009, 11:40 PM	#10
thugdog Druid Revisionist Joined: Sep 2004 Oddometer: 396	This thread got me wondering, so i just opened my upper fairings and examined my stored tubes. They've been stored in there for just over 5 years (no flats), so it was time to inspect/refresh anyway (thanks). As for the heat concern, except for sunlight radiation, those upper fairing cavities stay the coolest part of my bike. For completeness, I decided to over-fill both tubes tonight, and they look flawless and hold pressure like new. Of course, baby powder went everywhere (doh!), so next time perhaps i'll remember to unroll the tubes outdoors with a tail wind. Next week i'll buy some new/fresh tubes and stash them in exactly the same manner, without worries, for the next five years. . __________________ ....there's nothing more permanent than a temporary solution

07-31-2009, 04:41 AM	#13
cagiva549 whats a cagiva Joined: Oct 2004 Location: Cypress Tx Oddometer: 2,454	I trimmed the black inside liners on my panels so no hoses have to be removed to pull the panels . Also trimmed any sharp edges on the inner and outer panel that might come in contact with the tubes and I run heavy tubes so it is all I can do to stuff the rear tube in the panel . When I mount new tires the tube comes out of the panel and into the tire and a new tube goes in the panel . So far no problums with the storage and it sure is nice to have one when you need it . SEYA __________________ David H 00 Cagiva GC 04 9 fiddy 05 ST3 duck 07 KTM 450 EXC 86 Goldwing my geezer ride

08-01-2009, 11:32 AM	#15
twodollardoug ^OP the calimesa kid Joined: Jan 2009 Location: southern california (IE) Oddometer: 337	thanks everyone. i got them squeezed in this morning. kinda sucks bringing weight higher up on the bike but what are you gonna do. __________________ "I don't give it a name, but I always speak with it. I don't know if other riders do the same. This is not only a piece of metal - there is a soul" -Valentino Rossi

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