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Hi all
I have a front ZTR Flow rim that i would like to use with a tube.
Do i remove the yellow rim tape and just run it with no rim tape at all if i want to use it with a tube?
Thanks
D
You can run it with the yellow rim tape, or you can take it out and install a normal rim strip. Don't run it without though.
As above - tube on yellow is fine. Flows still have normal spoke holes under the yellow tape.
I have tubes in mine with yellow tape. It seems like a bonus that when I puncture they still hold the air for a while (so far).
I have tubes in mine with yellow tape. It seems like a bonus that when I puncture they still hold the air for a while (so far).
You got sealant in there too? Or magic?
Thanks for the replies - much appreciated.
Has anyone ever had any problems with the tyres not sitting properly on a flow rim or worse still, coming off.
I only ask because the wall is really shallow and it just got me thinking.
RealMan - Member
I have tubes in mine with yellow tape. It seems like a bonus that when I puncture they still hold the air for a while (so far).
You got sealant in there too? Or magic?
Ok, by a while I meant about 5 minutes. The tyres were 'tubeless ready' though, so that probably helped.
never had any problem with tyres not sitting properly, only had mine a few months though.
I run Flows with tubes. Just be careful with the pressures - you can't have them too high or the tyres pop off. Check rim or Stans site for exact guidance.
Still run my 355s with tubes and have done for 2 years+...never had a problem and can't see why you would with a Flow
Ok - Cheers chaps
Thats put my mind at rest
Thanks again for the replies
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RealMan - MemberYou got sealant in there too? Or magic?
It does happen, had it myself- the air leaks from the tube but then has to leak out of the tyre/rim as well. The valve's not airtight but it slows the leak. Nothing magic about it.
Why would you want to use a tube? There sooo last decade