Honda CB500X

Ever considered Plasti-Dip? It's pretty durable and turns out pretty darn smooth, and if you don't like it, you can peel it off.

Here is a wheel off my car that I did with it. Pretty close to the color of the "X"

No trade i guess, my 2 blue helmets and blue mesh jacket would not match a black bike as well. Where did you buy the Tires ?

I bought my tires from Ritchie Powersports. They used to be a Honda dealer, but gave up the franchise. I worked there 6 years and we sold tires really cheap, even less than most online sites. I hated to have to go back there to buy my tires, cause they kind of screwed me when they dropped Honda, but they were still the cheapest I could find those tires.

the cb is getting some press!


http://www.lifewithdogs.tv/2015/03/motorcyclist-rescue-abused-dog-abandoned-in-crate/

I think that is a CB1. What a story!

What is the story with the R&G engine case upgrade?

That is Cruz's bike. I'm fixing to have the same tires put on mine.

Puig crash bar = 2kg, 4.5lb.

I love your bike!

I have a genuine Honda rear rack and a Motorrad-Planet bash plate to suit an x that I want to sell, if anyone is looking.
Both are in excellent condition can email pics if needed...Make an offer, pick up only at Maroochydore Qld.
PM me here. or email suncoast_pitbikes@bigpond.com

This is my first motorcycle with tubeless tires. Do you guys plug or patch them when you get a flat ??? Anything special or different about getting these tires off the rims ???

Mike

I have plugged a tire or two. You dont have to worry about pinching or setting a tube. Mich easier.

Replace it. Or put a tube in it.

I normally have a plug kit and CO2 inflator in case I have a flat on the road . . . Never had a problem with a mushroom tire plug. MFG will always recommend replacing the tire. Yes, a tube is a great idea too.

Here is a nice tire changing video.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jQZM402U2x4






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I picked up my white 2014 CB500X last night and made the ADV meet n greet in my area.Today it's raining hard,windy,and the temp is steadily dropping like a rock.I may sneak out to my building and snap a couple picks of it with some of my collection.

I would never replace an almost new tire just because of a flat from a nail or screw. That is just taking paranoia to a ridiculous level, and a total waste... I plug the tires in my cars all the time, have done to many to count, and never had one fail.

My question is more if people used plugs in bikes, or some other method of repair like a patch on the inside. As I said, I would never replace a tire over a nail hole, and most definitely would not want to be carrying extra tires with me on an Adventure ride, but carrying plugs is very easy. I actually use the RED string type plugs, installed properly, I have had more of them than I can count last the life of the tire and never leak on cars. I used to live in an area with a lot of construction and seemed to get a flat every other week, I used a LOT of plugs. There seem to be more reports of failures on the mushroom ones, even though they sound better in theory. I just wanted to make sure there was not something I did not consider on a motorcycle tire, since I have never had a tubeless bike tire before.

And yes, tire manufactures will always recommend replacement. When lawyers write the recommendations, combined with the money the company makes by selling more tires. That's corruption, driven by everything except engineering and good advice. The tire companies and lawyers would be happy if you were throwing away perfectly good tires every other day

Mike

It's also called "covering your ass". Any engineer responsible for the design and manufacture of useable goods will tell you "if you use [it] right, [it] works great". Unless they're willing to stick their necks out for the lawyers to chop at, a good engineer will not 'authorize' you to use their designs outside of design parameters, especially if they are no the ones doing the modifications. Too many ways for "but the engineer said it was ok" to come back and bite us on the ass.

A car has twice as many tires as a motorcycle and probably a spare in the trunk too. I've got no problem plugging a car tire- if the plug fails, put the spare on.
Sure, a plug may get you out of a jam on your motorcycle, but I would never ride around with one stuck in there as a permanent fix. What if it fails? You gonna pull your spare out of the trunk and spoon it on by the roadside?
I despise having a tire that has been repaired, even on a car. I won't replace one on a car because of a plug, but if I have the spare change to do it on a motorcycle, it will probably happen. There is a greater risk factor losing a tire on a bike, since it doesn't have an enclosure, seat belts, air bags, two less tires, etc.- unless you're riding a Goldwing.

And if it is new, it would probably get a tube put in it.

I do appreciate all the good advice from everyone !! That's what I love about forums, we can get a bunch of information, user reports, learn a lot, and then make the best choice.



Mike

Yes, the gummy worm tubeless plugs are the best and most reliable.

Not going to debate the merits of plugging. It's a personal choice.

Old news, but for any new riders:

You will get far more rear flats on bikes. This is because you run over a nail lying flat on the ground with your front tire, it flips up, and every once in awhile, the rear catches it. Obviously, not hitting nails is best. You will get more flats on bikes than cars. Steel radials take a lot of nail hits before one actually makes it through. Your tubeless bike tool kit should include a gummy worm kit, small needle nose visegrips to remove the nail, and a way to inflate the tire. If you use seal-n-air as your inflation device (NEVER USE IT FOR REPAIRS, it doesn't last) it will make the hole visible if you can't see the object.

Inspect your tires often. Many (most?) punctures start with a nail that is embedded in the tire, but has not deflated it yet. As you ride, the object works in deeper, and makes a bigger hole.