High Speed Rear Tire Deflate

EricV

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I looked up Cyclops and the kit I found at BestRest Products has stem mounted sensors, (outside the tire), and had this to say about readings:
When you turn off your key, the system shuts down. When you turn it back on the system shows the LAST tire pressure you had when you were riding. Until you ride a few hundred feet the pressures won’t reset, so don’t rely on the display as part of your pre-flight check. Your tire might have gone flat during the night.
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I liked that the sensor batteries are replaceable and just a standard watch type batt. Last "about a year".

I like the sound of the system you appear to be using now, with inside the tire sensors. Could you double check what brand that is and share?

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Sounds like maybe Fred has the Orange Electronics system? It’s sold by rrrtoolsolutions.com. Gordon, the proprietor, is a member in the forum here. I’m happy with my system and moreover with Gordon’s customer service.


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Thank you, Jeff. Yes, that is the brand and the vendor that I bought it from. As you say, Gordon provides excellent service and is a forum member. Cyclops was the first system I tried, with external sensors on the valve stems.

Thank you for the link to the Cyclops system, Eric. If you look closely at the pic of the Cyclops sensor mounted on the valve stem, it reminded me of another hassle I didn't care for on that system. Notice that there is a hex nut on the valve stem next to the sensor. They supply a small wrench that is used to secure that sensor/cap to the stem. If you simply want to add air, you first get out that little wrench, loosen the sensor/cap locknut, remove the sensor/cap, then add air to what you think may be the correct amount. You can check it with a separate air gauge, if you wish, but know that as you screw the sensor/cap back on, the sensor will depress the valve core and let out a bit of air, so you won't have the exact amount that you measured. Yes, a minor inconvenience, but an unnecessary hassle that I didn't care to deal with every time I added air. But, that's just me. ;)
 
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Pressures were checked before ride.
Tire had a puncture like a nail but no nail in tire.
I was able to push the tire repair tool clean through it.
I think I picked up a nail or something and when it came out of the tire then the air escaped.
 

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The dealer had to install another Shinko as that is all they had that size so I am on the same brand.
I will consider something else before my next long trip but for now my financial focus is on other things.
 
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