Triumph Thunderbird / TT Legend, Spoke Wheels, Tubeless Conversion !

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  • Опубликовано: 1 дек 2024

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  • @newage3397
    @newage3397 2 года назад +3

    Just saw your procedure for first time. Earlier today I did almost the identical procedure with 5200 fast setting. I did not use the painter tape, instead I ran it up the sides. The 5200 sets up quick. I've used 5200 a lot working around boats so I went with what I knew. I used one tube. 10 ozs. That black adhesive you used finished up beautifully. A really professional looking job!

  • @benzahm8220
    @benzahm8220 4 года назад +37

    Nice clean application. How do you ever adjust a spoke with the base sealed to the rim?

    • @datadavis
      @datadavis 2 года назад

      You don't, basically. This should probably be changed every 4-5years anyway, which i when i usually need to tighten any spokes on a good wheel.

    • @EvolutionMotorworks
      @EvolutionMotorworks 2 года назад +6

      @@datadavis every time a bike with spokes comes in for a service there are always several spokes that need adjusting

    • @datadavis
      @datadavis 2 года назад

      @@EvolutionMotorworks ok boss

    • @relevation0
      @relevation0 Год назад +5

      You just grind down to that spoke and adjust it, then reseal over it.

    • @arc001
      @arc001 2 месяца назад

      ​@@relevation0remember this is a soft flexible sealant. Stay away with that grinder although I know what you mean.

  • @marcdavis2840
    @marcdavis2840 4 года назад +14

    Fascinating = I just spent 10mins watching a wheel go round and round 😀 Seriously....... good job 👍

  • @Al-xk7wl
    @Al-xk7wl Год назад +4

    You make one of the best “how to do“ on the net! Great job!

  • @arc001
    @arc001 2 месяца назад

    I just did this using your method. Came out perfectly like yours did.. neatest job and best video on the subject.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  2 месяца назад

      Thank you mate. Great to hear it worked out well for you too.. Ride safe aye !

  • @paulholmes4242
    @paulholmes4242 4 года назад

    Wish i had done this to my CRF450 supermoto. I have experienced first hand a puncture in the rear tyre on my way home from work...nightmare. The CRF got sold this summer and am now happily saddled with my Blade. Fantastic videos as always, great job. 👍👊😊

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Sure thing buddy, been there far too many times myself!... I'm not doing punctures in tubes again...

  • @larbertman36
    @larbertman36 4 года назад

    Most impressed that you managed to do all that without sticking your tongue out. I was sitting here doing it for you!

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      😁

    • @Mad109R
      @Mad109R 4 года назад

      Haha me too I'm terrible for it.

  • @garyhardman8369
    @garyhardman8369 4 года назад +9

    Just wondering what happens in the future if you need to tighten a loose spoke..

    • @richardplantagenet8090
      @richardplantagenet8090 4 года назад

      adjustments are made on the hub side of the rim; the inside.

    • @timmason7430
      @timmason7430 4 года назад +6

      @@richardplantagenet8090 It's not as easy as you think.
      The nipples still turn to either loosen OR tighten the spokes. So, the seal WILL break.

    • @EvolutionMotorworks
      @EvolutionMotorworks 2 года назад

      @@richardplantagenet8090 no they're not. The nipple is attached to the rim

  • @southendparaquest
    @southendparaquest Год назад

    Just been put onto your channel by the motorcycle recovery van that just brought me home (puncture obviously!). That's a great job!

  • @MarshallSmith27
    @MarshallSmith27 3 года назад

    Thanks for the video Del. I am doing mine today!

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  3 года назад

      Have fun, and good luck with it.

  • @fader2701
    @fader2701 4 года назад

    Thanks for the video. You last video reminded me to clean and regrease the lever hinge pins on my bikes.

  • @FLHCSfan68
    @FLHCSfan68 2 года назад

    So glad you made this video! Greatly appreciate you!

  • @alanpaterson5395
    @alanpaterson5395 4 года назад

    The reason I started watching the channel was to learn new things and now I’ve learned you can seal spoked wheels n go tubeless! I had no idea. Wheels look great. Stay safe guys

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Alan, you're learning along with me then, i never did this before either, and we'll see in 48 hours if it's worked.!

  • @arthurlynch1549
    @arthurlynch1549 4 года назад

    a great vid del well explained as always would love to do this my last two bikes have spokes vl800 and heritage got a puncture in city centre last year on suzuki nightmare life saved by biker in van with compressor in back and bottle of puncture sealant 3 mile from many stops to pump up made it god i love bikers

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      ha ha, been there buddy, pumped in a can of sealant, pumped the tyre up and it all squirted out the spoke holes.. had to stop ten times on the way home after buying a foot pump from the petrol station.. Never again mate, this is how we roll from now on, just carry a plug kit, and a puncture is a 15 minute inconvenience..!

  • @banditnev
    @banditnev 4 года назад

    I like the idea as long as it works, I would say the application you did looks the goods.

  • @duncancooper5065
    @duncancooper5065 4 года назад +4

    Well...did it work? Did the tire seal first time through? How long has it lasted (mileage wise)?

  • @alfie6426
    @alfie6426 6 месяцев назад

    You're video on swapping out the T120 shocks gave me the confidence to do that job, I reckon this video has given me the confidence to do this one.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your kind feedback, have fun with your project.!

    • @shawnbyrne234
      @shawnbyrne234 Месяц назад

      Can I ask how much did it cost for the aluminium wheels

  • @cbsakias
    @cbsakias 4 года назад

    Really excellent,for once again,i try it on my BMW funduro!

  • @springy-2112
    @springy-2112 4 года назад

    Great to have a proper beef jig for truing and balancing .. given the amount of wheel and tyre jobs you get involved in..i see a semi pro tyre machine in the future .. like everything time and funds will prevail one day . As with the lathe and blast cabinet all good things come to those who wait .
    Bravo Del, one little victory !
    Peas and loaf 👍🏻☮❤

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Exactly that Brother, been doing this for ten years on the tube now, and always folded the money back into the garage and equipment, so eventually, the tools and machines build up and life gets a bit easier..

  • @grahamfairclough2462
    @grahamfairclough2462 4 года назад +1

    Looking forward to seeing these wheels all suited and BOOTED on the bike, they are going to look amazing, great Job Del, another top video on the Triumph 👍🏍.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Graham, really appreciate your kind words.

  • @MrBuyerman
    @MrBuyerman 4 года назад +5

    This channel has come on leaps and bounds since I started watching. Keep the great work going Del.

  • @slypig24
    @slypig24 4 года назад +3

    Great job. Two Questions. 1\ How much of sealer did you use? 2\ And how hard would it be to replace a spoke now? Could you do a test on an old spoked wheel, seal it, then replace one or two spokes then try to reseal just that area to see how well it reseals. I have a R/E Himalayan that has spoked wheels, with both inner tubes and tubeless tires

  • @Manley2220
    @Manley2220 4 года назад

    Love the fact your very precise and have to make sure it’s a 100% best way to go about it. Also as we all know preparation is key

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Wise words well said my friend, preparation is everything!

  • @Mad109R
    @Mad109R 4 года назад

    This makes me want to decorate a cake (can't think why 🤔)
    Joking apart a great video & a great idea & reason for doing it also Del.
    I hope the younger generation of biker/riders realise how lucky they are when all they need to do is pick up thier phone & have all this knowledge available to them.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Too right my friend, never heard it better said... when I was a lad, you had your mate's opinion in the pub, a few sage journalists, like Jim Fog and Mr Bridges in BSH, or the local bike shop who were usually a lot more willing to help than theses days with advice and guidance, than the modern day dealerships are... the internet is truly a wonderful thing and it's an honour to contribute to it!

  • @billtrett2331
    @billtrett2331 4 года назад

    good job. your enthusiasm is inspiring

  • @justinkase1360
    @justinkase1360 3 года назад

    Absolutely thorough job.

  • @andyjrichie6709
    @andyjrichie6709 4 года назад +1

    Quite satisfieing to watch , very neat job . Great video

  • @FLHCSfan68
    @FLHCSfan68 2 года назад

    I definitely want to do this with my laced wheels

  • @martindavies8326
    @martindavies8326 4 года назад +1

    Now we all know how to make wire wheels tubeless cheers Del 👍

  • @daveinwla6360
    @daveinwla6360 Год назад +1

    Good job as always! But if you do it again, I think use of *3M 4411N Extreme Sealing Tape* instead of sealant over the full width
    would have made uniformity of thickness and the straight edges easier to accomplish. The Janpanese Outex Kit also includes
    small plastic (polyurethane?) discs to cover the spoke ends so that they can be turned without breaking the sealant.

    • @OlderShadowRider
      @OlderShadowRider Год назад

      I would be Leary of using Tape? Del's way I believe would be more prudent.

    • @daveinwla6360
      @daveinwla6360 Год назад

      @@OlderShadowRider - I haven't seen any comparisons of the two methods (understandably), but there are many videos on RUclips of people using the 3M tape with none reporting problems, some of the applications by professionals who claim to have done many such sealing projects. The bigger problem, I think, would be accommodation of rotation of the spoke ends without breaking a seal.

  • @dirkstuff5820
    @dirkstuff5820 Год назад

    About to redo a wheel that I had previously used Gorilla Waterproof & Seal tape, which melted. I just knew coming across your version that it would come out looking immaculate per your usual careful attention to doing it right. Looks good!

  • @malcolmnash5850
    @malcolmnash5850 3 месяца назад

    Very informative indeed and Thanks. How many Sealer Tubes were needed for 2 wheels.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  3 месяца назад +1

      Approx. one each, I always buy a third just in case I run a little short, but usually never need it!

  • @EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors
    @EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors 4 года назад

    I went into a trance watching that.. Great video..thanks

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it buddy.

  • @VadersDarkside
    @VadersDarkside 4 года назад +1

    You've been cracking on this past month mate 😮. I've finally caught up (the joys of having a new job with brutal hours 🙄) The wheels look fantastic and I can't wait to see them on the bike! 👌

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Welcome back buddy, congratulations on the new job, hope it's going well, and thanks for your kind support. !

  • @rsbharley4766
    @rsbharley4766 4 года назад

    Rims look excellent mate and a great job with the tubeless conversion. Penny and you have a good and safe week. Cheers

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Thank you mate, you too... glad you enjoyed the video, keep safe there and take care of yourself and your family, D&Px

  • @1990-t1j
    @1990-t1j 2 года назад

    Interesting as I have just bought a pristine secondhand SCR950 in northern Thailand, and I ain't running round for long on tubes.

  • @adeaegus
    @adeaegus 4 года назад

    A job he's done a thousand times: Chatty Cathy... First time and nervous: silent as a monk. Looks great Del. Nice one mate

  • @haroldwiser2641
    @haroldwiser2641 4 года назад

    You never cease to amaze, entertain and educate! I learned something new tonight, thank you!! 👍

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Most welcome Harold, in that case, we're learning together, as this was a new adventure for us, and from all those who've done this before with great success, I've every confidence it will be a great move forward.

  • @plageran
    @plageran 4 года назад +1

    highly doubt i'll run spoked wheels, nice vid Del

    • @stevenferraro3957
      @stevenferraro3957 4 года назад

      The point of running spoked wheels is lost on me. Unless purely for looks. I thought we moved away from composite wheels for a reason(s)???

    • @plageran
      @plageran 4 года назад

      @@stevenferraro3957 each to his own my guess, i'm pretty sure spokes is more for off road than on road. makes repairs easier than damaging an alloy wheel.

  • @carrejans
    @carrejans 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video. I will give this a try myself. How much sealant have you used for both front and back tire?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  3 года назад +2

      About a tube and a half was plenty!

  • @grosbeakmc
    @grosbeakmc 4 года назад

    I've often wondered if a spoked wheel could be made tubeless. Now I know. Excellent video Del and Penny - fingers crossed for the pressure test!

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Sure thing John, it's common practice in some quarters, and eliminates the utter grief of a puncture with a tube.! It'll seal mate, you'll see.. have a great week and take care.. D&Px

  • @robertlumsden942
    @robertlumsden942 4 года назад

    very cool. i wondered how that was done and now i know. cool.

  • @gilesbristow123
    @gilesbristow123 4 года назад

    Really interesting never thought of that

  • @nicksheppard2188
    @nicksheppard2188 4 года назад

    Therapeutic to watch the application. Very well done, too.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thank you very much Nick, good to hear from you, !

  • @chuckdaclan8775
    @chuckdaclan8775 2 года назад

    Finally someone made a video about this and actually succeed. Does it handle the pressure? How is is it doing so far?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  2 года назад

      Behaves like a normal tubeless tyre, no problems mate !

  • @beans4491
    @beans4491 4 года назад

    Those wheels look great, didn’t know spoke wheels could be converted to tubeless. Nice one .....kind regards.

  • @markhowlett8070
    @markhowlett8070 4 года назад

    Outstanding sir. Well done.

  • @jamesmich4973
    @jamesmich4973 4 года назад +1

    Wow they look awesome

  • @bubbles1863
    @bubbles1863 4 года назад

    Always learning something new off u del 👍

  • @ollieb9875
    @ollieb9875 4 года назад

    Looks good 👍 appreciate the videos, especially during all the nonsense going on. Be well ☺️

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Ollie, glad you appreciate it mate! 👍

  • @Almightyrastus
    @Almightyrastus 4 года назад +1

    Can't beat a good bit of Tuesday teatime schmoo spreading.

  • @bikerdad1479
    @bikerdad1479 4 года назад

    Good vid looks like a pro

  • @OlderShadowRider
    @OlderShadowRider Год назад

    Well done sir. I have considered doing this on my Shadow vt750 for some time, but was Leary. After watching your video, I might give it a go? My rims are presently getting powder coated as we speak, so will look more closely into it. Thanks again.

  • @ninoellison7793
    @ninoellison7793 4 года назад

    Brilliant work. A treat to watch!

  • @stevenferraro3957
    @stevenferraro3957 4 года назад

    as always hats off to you. Now think out the balance.

  • @ronalmon3319
    @ronalmon3319 4 года назад

    Looks amazing brother 👍✌️

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Thanks Ron, hope you're keeping safe and well there! 👍

  • @richardtowers9297
    @richardtowers9297 4 года назад +1

    Can't wait to see those fitted!

  • @ianwoollard9008
    @ianwoollard9008 4 года назад

    Well i never knew you could do that Del. At the end of the day you done it so neat that it looks like Rim Tape.
    Spoke Wheels really do make a motorcycle. It's the maintenance issue with me though. I am not one for cleaning them.
    Where have all those Bob a Job Boy Scouts gone🤣😂😜

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      haha that made me chuckle, Bob A Job! But honestly, would you trust a boy scout to clean your bike???!! Poor little sod would probably end up squashed underneath it ;-0

    • @ianwoollard9008
      @ianwoollard9008 4 года назад

      @@Moonfleet41 Now you come to mention it.....Probably not. Ha Ha

  • @glynnjones125
    @glynnjones125 4 года назад +1

    Interesting. If you need to true the wheel at a later date, or tighten a loose spoke, will that be a problem?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +2

      Don't know Glynn, never had to do it yet, i guess ill find out should i ever need to.!

  • @HD2O13XL12OOC
    @HD2O13XL12OOC 4 года назад

    Nice video fade in the beginning...
    FYI I have used Stan's kit for mtn bikes ... Good luck

  • @Matt-ob3sn
    @Matt-ob3sn 4 года назад

    That looked very therapeutic

  • @jimmypatchett9642
    @jimmypatchett9642 4 года назад

    Nice work Dell, the rims have come up corka.

  • @Drakos99
    @Drakos99 3 года назад

    would have been nice if you had included a list of the products you used and links to where to order them like you used to. for example where to order those exact valves that you used with the seal each side, and the type of tape you used if it worked... other than the missing list of products and links, nice job.

  • @paulrice1301
    @paulrice1301 4 года назад

    Del it was like watching the potters wheel interlude, very relaxing . Nice wheels.

  • @thra5herxb12s
    @thra5herxb12s 2 года назад

    I can see the tyre sticking to this mess and never coming off, especially at the roadside with hand tools.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  2 года назад

      Not at all mate, it dries like a hard rubber, tyre changing it fine.. and making them tubeless means you don't need to remove tyres ""at the roadside with hand tools"" ! you just fit a quick external temporary plug and ride home or to a tyre shop !

  • @petebird7171
    @petebird7171 4 года назад

    Looks like very tedious work plus extreme patience needed, good job, looking forward to seeing you do the rear, (oooer missus), 👍👍👍👍

  • @richardpearson4248
    @richardpearson4248 4 года назад

    Fantastic video great job stay safe looking forward to next one 🇬🇧👍🏻

  • @andrewcannon587
    @andrewcannon587 3 года назад

    update, how it hold up so far?

  • @spencerchapman1873
    @spencerchapman1873 4 года назад +1

    Been waiting all day for this nice one del

  • @같이투자
    @같이투자 2 года назад

    Hello, than you for your video and it has passed about one and half year. how is about the tubeless wheel? Is it good ? no leak air ?
    Thank you and have a nice weakend.

  • @craigh310
    @craigh310 4 года назад +2

    Looking good del

  • @shaymtbrider7244
    @shaymtbrider7244 Год назад

    So the way we make mountain bike tiers tubless these rims will not work ?

  • @morrow.m
    @morrow.m 4 года назад

    You can admit to being nervous about that? I was nervous for you and I wasn’t even there!

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thanks buddy, got 'er done though!

    • @morrow.m
      @morrow.m 4 года назад

      @@Moonfleet41 and it came out far better than I would have thought. 👍

  • @freddykhd
    @freddykhd 4 года назад +2

    That's all very nice, but if you have to adjust the spokes, don't you get into trouble?

  • @Gorbyrev
    @Gorbyrev 4 года назад

    Beautiful job, well done!

  • @SurreyRider
    @SurreyRider 4 года назад

    I was looking to try this on a project of my own recently, I will be waiting to see how this turns out Del. Best of luck buddy SR

  • @robertengland9352
    @robertengland9352 4 года назад

    Well Del never seen that before nice one ☝️

  • @TheGreatestBeyonder
    @TheGreatestBeyonder 4 года назад +3

    Another excellent video!! 👍 Just curious but what made you choose Upol Tiger Seal over the more commonly used Marine grade silicon? Also did you consider any of the Spoke Wheel Sealing Kits such as the Outex Tubeless Conversion Kit? Thanks

  • @3charactersforkhandle
    @3charactersforkhandle 4 года назад

    I've read people on triumphrat using a particular type of 3m tape and one of the soft/liquid locktights but haven't seen the sealant (I'll see if I can find and link it). A few Qs though;
    1. How does the value fit? Over the top? Or will there be another rim tape?
    2. Any concerns about truing later on if you've pushed sealent into the back of the nipples? (I think this is why people use the liquid locktight)
    3. Are you tempted to do the same on the scrambler?

  • @damikedaevil4582
    @damikedaevil4582 4 года назад +4

    There something calming about your channel i love to watch your video's. And i am learning from it to. Waiting for the next one.

  • @tompowell1023
    @tompowell1023 4 года назад

    How long does that silicone remain workable, do you have to let it cure between applications?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      It's temperature dependent, in 15c it was well over two hours and it was still very soft and sticky, but in 24c it was curing a lot faster, became stiffer and less pliable within half hour, all to come on the next couple of videos, and i did it all on one go, spotted the holes in, tabbed that in deep and flattened it out, then layered it up in three passes,. came out well as you can see.

  • @madmarkuk1
    @madmarkuk1 4 года назад

    Hey bud wheels look amazing 👏

  • @7emezzo
    @7emezzo 3 года назад

    Hi, what inlet valve use to complete the upgrade? Is done to bonneville T100? Thanks

  • @daveinwla6360
    @daveinwla6360 2 года назад

    Did the reduction in rotating mass make the steering any easier or quicker?

  • @Goldwing1500rider
    @Goldwing1500rider 4 года назад

    That’s something to see! Never thought we can go tubeless! I was just thinking how nervous I’d be before you admitted it. Questioning myself will it hold air?? My experience have to make sure those beads seal good!! Lol ... that’s yet to see you challenge that!!!

  • @Hui9697
    @Hui9697 4 года назад

    Ooft, nice one Del.
    They're Bobby Dazzlers. As long as they are cured right through before airing up or the air will seek out an exit. I'll wager that Penny will want her Triumph tubes gone when tyre time comes and I have to admit, I have a stainless spoke and tubeless wide rim fetish.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      I share your fetish brother, can't beat that SuperMoto stylee! They're gonna get 48hrs and that's plenty of time in a warm, humid climate... thanks for the inspiration Hughie, I probably wouldn't have gone this way without your nudge!

  • @phillloyd2969
    @phillloyd2969 Год назад

    Hi could you tell me who you used to build your wheels as you have inspired me to restore my sport. Great videos

  • @davidebyrne
    @davidebyrne 3 года назад +1

    Do the spokes not move over time during use? Could this not cause sudden deflation? Looks dangerous to me.

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  3 года назад

      Nope... it's common practice and works a treat, but if you feel frightened then stick with your inner tubes.

  • @georgehirvela7435
    @georgehirvela7435 2 года назад

    How do you adjust your spokes if it's all sealed?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  2 года назад

      Grind out the sealant with a wire mop, then reseal afterwards !

  • @marceloferrari2013
    @marceloferrari2013 4 года назад

    The truth would not have come up with an idea and great work.

  • @user-tj3cf7se6h
    @user-tj3cf7se6h 4 года назад

    It's all Wheelie good . 😃

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Like what you did there mate!

  • @ArkajyotiChoudhury
    @ArkajyotiChoudhury 2 года назад

    How is it holding up?

  • @nickbishop6784
    @nickbishop6784 4 года назад

    Nice job Del
    Just wandering though,
    How do you go about truing the spokes if you need to with the sealant on.
    Thanks Nick

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      They're already trued and tensioned mate, ready to go, that's why i went to a respected professional wheel builder. ! just fit and enjoy!

  • @renzovc
    @renzovc 4 года назад +3

    Great job as always !!!! i love this channel, after a long day of work , nothing beats a new video from delboy's garage , so relaxing and every time i learn something new !!!!! thank you !!!

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for your kind words buddy, we're glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for the feedback, it motivates us to keep going!

  • @Cueballproductions1149
    @Cueballproductions1149 4 года назад

    Del always pushing to try something new go for it

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Too right mate, best way to learn aye.

  • @iainduncan2363
    @iainduncan2363 4 года назад

    there ya go another job people can have a go at you know thats the beautie of this channel you learn something everytime well played big man atb stay safe m8 iain

  • @stevenevans6314
    @stevenevans6314 4 года назад +2

    On your last run dip the spatula in some diluted washing up liquid it stops dragging and gives a smother finish

  • @omna1
    @omna1 4 года назад

    any reccomendation to affordable spoke wheels?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      They're not cheap mate, so guess it depends what you mean by 'affordable', how much have you got to spend?

    • @omna1
      @omna1 4 года назад

      @@Moonfleet41 ~£200 budget

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      No chance mate, you'll need a 'O' on the end for the top end stuff, and about £1k for something like this, wheels are very expensive buddy.

  • @allenhuling598
    @allenhuling598 4 года назад

    Very cool, I like this a lot! Wonder if it's something I could consider doing to the Tenere, when I'm ready for new tires?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад +1

      It's a good point Allen, if you rid eon rocky surfaces and off road that are prone to giving you punctures, it's certainly an easier 'get you home' to be able to just plug it and carry on than dragging tubes out on the road side, or waiting in the wilderness for a tow truck! ... it just puts you on a par with regular tubeless tyre bikes, and perhaps this is borne out by the big adventure bikes now that have external spokes, giving them a tubeless option straight away, it kinda acknowledges that tubeless is best on an adventure style bike... have a great weekend Allen, soon be Christmas, and best of all, we can put this difficult year behind us, D&Px

    • @allenhuling598
      @allenhuling598 4 года назад

      @@Moonfleet41 My thinking exactly, and yes, a number of the bigger adventure bikes have gone this route already! Ride safe!

  • @iang9579
    @iang9579 4 года назад

    How do you re-tension spokes in the future if required ( which over time they will) with a layer of sealant around the spoke nipples ?

    • @Moonfleet41
      @Moonfleet41  4 года назад

      Will they Ian?, really? I've run spoke wheels ll my life and never once had to have them re-tensioned ever, including the new wheels we put on Penny's Scrambler about 2013, 7yrs later, never had to touch them, if they're correctly built, trued and tensioned in the first place, it's evident they stay that way... not just that, this is a 3mm layer of rubber sealant, and it grinds out with a wire mop, so no drama mate, smile and have a good day!

    • @iang9579
      @iang9579 4 года назад

      @@Moonfleet41 Well Del, there's always a possibility. Many moons ago I had 2 wheels done by CWC New steel rims,new spokes laced to my old 1968 triumphs hubs. I used to Check them occasionally when washing and a few of times had to re-tune them Not criticizing CWC, may be spokes have toughened up over the last 30 years . Take care both and ride safe