Anybody tried this in real roadside flat? Trying to decide whether it's worth carrying.

 

Tried it once, but my tube was split open so did no good.

 

It won't work with a tube. Best bet is the alloy wheel & run tubeless.

 

Yes, I agree -- but I do like the look of spoked wheels and don't intend to change them.

Regarding use in mc tires, the FAF website says "Fix-A-Flat® is not intended for these type of tires" -- but I've heard of some folks doing it anyway. It might be better than sitting by the road for hours waiting for HD or AAA or Progressive to show up with a truck (I've got all 3 coverages, thankfully never had to use any of them).

 

I was at Laconia during bike week a couple years ago & got a flat on my StreetBob. Being 40+ miles from the the dealership I used Fix a Flat, & yes it leaked out & I had to stop several times to refill or pump up the rear tire, but I did make it there to have a new tire installed. (& yes the service manager had a hissy fit about me using FAF on a spoked rim). You got to do what you got to do.......

 

You got lucky, most time FAF won't work. You are far better off making sure your insurance has roadside assistance and/or towing call get picked up and let the dealer fix it. I have laced wheels on my sporty and spokes with tubeless on my fxdl. Also have a set of spoke rims and tubeless ready to go on the sporty when I wear out the current tires When I change them out I will sell the laced wheels

 

Slime for Tubes will usually work if you have just a nail hole. However, if you ride on the flat and rip the tube you are outta luck.

I tried Slime. I drove a couple of nails in a tire that I was getting ready to change. Pulled them out. Put in Slime. Pumped it up and rode. The bike sat a few days before the tire change. It held air.

 

Fix a Flat may work on some holes, but your tire tech will never speak to you or buy you beers again!

 

Try this:
ThreeBond Seal 'N' Air #3574


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Not necessarily the best way to repair a tire, but one that will get you to the next town or to a shady/protected area to do it right. Works by filling the tire with a foaming latex-like fluid that seals the hole, and will fill a tire to moderate pressure in around 20 seconds. (Bear in mind, however, that when you remove the tire for permanent repairs, it’s gonna be full of this stuff. We warned you.) Tire pressure will increase gradually as you ride. Will not work on large holes or sidewall punctures. Attached fill hose.

 

My Ultra Classic has Profile laced wheels. I carry a can of Seal N Air and I also have AAA. Fortunately, I haven't been required to use either one.