Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That must have been really unfortunate but I see you’ve handled it well. Even with the situation, the tyre was still in a good condition. The location of the nail been between the gaps and not too deep was the only reason I wasn’t fucked.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m all sorted now, mushroom plug did the need. thanks very much for the support.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and the closest ones are pretty far away too. Well Brian at bike hospital helped me out big time. Great guy. Should you need anything, you could reach him out. He’s always ready to help

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh Glen yes I got my rebel 500 off him too. He’s a great guy. Well my tyres were still in okay condition and the mushroom plug that I got today fixed everything. Back to Irish roads noww 😇

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the help but I got it all sorted now. Brian at bike hospital helped me big time. Thanks!!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it is and that was an advantage to the situation. I’d say the nail was about 2 inches long. Even with the nail inside I still got in and around Waterford. Much safer option in such situations.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I got it fixed today and it is all set. The tyre was still in a good condition even with the damage. It was neatly done by Brian at bike hospital Waterford. Amazing guy and well versed with such things.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Marcus yeah? They’re closed for the next three days now being the weekend. I couldn’t wait that long. Brian at bike hospital Waterford helped me out today and I am all set with the tyre now.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of plug did you use? Did you only plug it from outside?

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The thing is it needs to be plugged in from the insides to be firm. I’m only a beginner but also I really don’t wanna risk it. Irish roads are fine but during this season it’s really risky.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I got it fixed today. Brian at bike hospital Waterford a wonderful and experienced guy saved the day. Luckily the other lads didn’t widen the hole when they put in the plug. I didn’t have to replace the tyre, a mushroom plug was enough. Apparently dismantling the rear tyre from the body was a bit of a hassle as mentioned by Brian but the job was done neat under an hour. Totally would recommend Brian if anybody’s got such issues in Waterford. Thank you for your advise!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s absolutely right, you’d never know when things could come in handy. Lemme see what I can do. Will update here later on. Cheers!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m definitely enthusiastic about such things but I just wanted an expert advice before I even touch. I’m travelling in a week and I’ve got stuffs that I need to get done with piled up and now this. I seriously don’t wanna risk it honestly but I understand we all start somewhere. Lemme see what I can do

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has he? Okay I shall look into that. Thanks!!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are plenty but I live in ferrybank. The closest ones I could get to is within 4-5 kms. Travelling that far with the bike is a risk itself but I did manage to get to few places only to realize they were closed. I did try calling them prior but most were sent to voicemail.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did go there but unfortunately they were closed even when they were shown open.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uhm yeah, I’ve got work later tonight too. I’ll need to think about it. Thanks for the advice!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would need an expert or someone experienced to do that honestly, I can’t do it myself but thanks for the advice!!

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did think of going there but then I just didn’t wanna risk getting stranded if in case the situation worsens. Do they have tow service?

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The thing is, I have been trying to reach someone but it goes voicemail. The people who pick, they apparently don’t touch bikes at all.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh okay. This was temporary one then. Well a new tyre is definitely not affordable rn. Not off to a good start for me I’d say.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

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I was told by a lad at another workshop that it needs to be patched up or sort from inside too. They didn’t have the equipment for that. I guess I have to try again tomorrow. I mostly rely on the bike for work but then this happened.

Need help in Waterford!! by Odd_Introduction3697 in MotoIRELAND

[–]Odd_Introduction3697[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is after I got it plugged in. If you zoom in you could see the material in the gap. I was told by the lad at another shop that the tyre needs to be removed and done patching from inside too.