Unwanted Hitchhiker

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As of right now, I have about 3000 miles on the rear tire on my '03 R1100S BCR (Michelin Pilot Power 2CT) since I installed a Stop-and-Go mushroom plug. Air leakage has been virtually nonexistent. Easiest, quickest fix in my experience.

Frank

Which Stop and Go tool did you use?

I have a Stop&Go "Tubeless Puncture Pilot" kit that includes an electric air pump. If memory serves, it cost about $40-$50 and includes insertion tools. I found that by following the instructions for inserting the mushroom plug into the insertion tool (an important step as I learned) the job went quickly and easily. The kit includes glue which I didn't use since the plugs are coated with "something". I am lucky in that I picked up a screw on the previous ride and the tire was flat in my shop.

I've had inconsistent luck with ropes and the like and the Stop&Go kit is the best I've seen. To initially test the kit, I drilled a hole in a take-off tire and plugged it in my shop. Then I let the air out of the rear on my RS and used the included pump to refill- it took 5-6 minutes and I learned that the gauge on the pump was quite accurate.

Frank