Vee Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 I've heard that people on mods use scooter tubes to help fight against pinch flats, so i was looking for a tube for a stock (26") but the biggest motorbike tube is 21".Would this stretch ok? because you can get them for 3,5" tyre which would mean supertough.Has Anyone here tried this or know anyone who has?CheersVee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy d Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 (edited) Really doesn't sound like a good idea to me.If you have trouble with pinch flats, use downhill tubes and beefy tyres, if you still have trouble with pinch flats then your tyre pressures are way too soft! Edited September 11, 2007 by Tommy d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NVWOCI WVS Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 I've heard that people on mods use scooter tubes to help fight against pinch flats, so i was looking for a tube for a stock (26") but the biggest motorbike tube is 21".Would this stretch ok? because you can get them for 3,5" tyre which would mean supertough.Has Anyone here tried this or know anyone who has?CheersVee.no, poor idea. wouldnt stretch anywhere near far enough and it would be silly heavy. run a wider rim/higher pressure/get smoother if you get pinch flats. i never, ever get them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted September 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 no, poor idea. wouldnt stretch anywhere near far enough and it would be silly heavy. run a wider rim/higher pressure/get smoother if you get pinch flats. i never, ever get them!I dont think i need a wider rim or tyre, probaly just run higher pressures but was just a thought as mod riders do it.But I was thinking if you inflate a tyre that big it would be fine to stretch 5 inches and would be alot thicker than the dh tubes you can getVee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxwellduryea Posted September 12, 2007 Report Share Posted September 12, 2007 I have heard of riders using 24" tubes in their 26" wheels to shed some weight. I don't think that would be a good idea. The wweight alone is enough to stay away!Since i have gotten smoother and put a tad more air in, i have not had any problems with pinch flats. I run normal tubes, with a bit of sealant. What tires are you running, what psi? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kona1991 Posted September 12, 2007 Report Share Posted September 12, 2007 I have heard of riders using 24" tubes in their 26" wheels to shed some weight. I don't think that would be a good idea. The wweight alone is enough to stay away!Since i have gotten smoother and put a tad more air in, i have not had any problems with pinch flats. I run normal tubes, with a bit of sealant. What tires are you running, what psi?lmao....how much weight would that lose? like 1g? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted September 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 I have heard of riders using 24" tubes in their 26" wheels to shed some weight. I don't think that would be a good idea. The wweight alone is enough to stay away!Since i have gotten smoother and put a tad more air in, i have not had any problems with pinch flats. I run normal tubes, with a bit of sealant. What tires are you running, what psi?Im using a maxxis high roller and a standard inner at the moment because of a pinch, and the whole thing about weight whats with thatIts like ill get a stronger tube and take my zune out of my pocket or even my phone and wallet to just to save weight, hell I might even start wear lycra.................. A few grams will make no difference, do you take a dump before you ride? you can shed 4lbs if you do! hahaVee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylerlovesalex Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Is this a joke???moter bike tube are at least 5-7times bigger then your tyre! its just not going to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 Whos ever run scooter tubes in a mod? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxwellduryea Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 I never said i count grams, but i have *heard* of people doing that. Just sharing information, that's all. Oh, and yes, i do take a dump before i ride:)I dont know about you, but id rather not ride all plugged up.Furthermore, how about you just practice your style, get smoother, and you will eliminate pinch flats. I have ridden Maxxis Holly Rollers (yes, for trials) for the last year. They have a super thin sidewall, and i run a regular buttyl tube. Getting better technique and being smoother is better than buying bombproof components. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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