bike pump

[bman]

There are options.
On my SYM RV 250 I use the stock 12 volt plug, no issues.
On my Yager 200 I use the fused 12 volt plug I wired direct to the battery, no issues.
Most pumps come with a fused pigtail hooked direct to battery.
Easy to run the wire to some accessible point on the scooter.
You guys are making it sound harder than it is.

[0BARK4322]

There are options.
On my SYM RV 250 I use the stock 12 volt plug, no issues.
On my Yager 200 I use the fused 12 volt plug I wired direct to the battery, no issues.
Most pumps come with a fused pigtail hooked direct to battery.
Easy to run the wire to some accessible point on the scooter.
You guys are making it sound harder than it is.

Remember....this is for information purpose only and to be 100% sure that the stock fuse can handle it, that's all LEARNING INFORMATION

[bman]

You're right.
Probably best to run a dedicated fused line for the pump.

[Pactnmmt]

Has anyone tried using Ride-On?  It claims not only to seal the tires but also to balance them so balance weights don't need to be used.  It seems to be getting great reviews on Amazon?

[boo]

Has anyone tried using Ride-On?  It claims not only to seal the tires but also to balance them so balance weights don't need to be used.  It seems to be getting great reviews on Amazon?

Ride On is very popular with cyclers and ATV riders. Supposed to be one of the best in this catagory. Personally, I have not used it.
I have used aerosol puncture/sealers twice in car tires. First time I had good results. Second time it got my tire out of balance pretty bad.
"It is important to spin tire soon after putting in sealer".
The CO2 / sticky rope system has worked good for me over the years.
If I chose to carry an aerosol flat fix, Ride On would be my choice.
My first choice would be CO2 and sticky rope. Why?, because I have faith in it.

ps: Feeding sticky rope into a hole in a tire can be a little hard some times.
Keep in mind, none of these types of repair kits will work if you have a very large or sidewall cut/puncture.
Fortunately, most flats are caused by nails and screws in the tread area and can be repaired on site.
If you ever have to repair a flat out in the "boondocks", after the repair, check repaired area with soapy water or spit to make sure it is not leaking air.
If the repair is successful, ride home or to a tire shop slow and careful.
Don't take off like a bat out of hell.

[desliderman]

I had bought one of those stop-n-go tire repair kits with the plugs and the little compressor, but always was concerened it might draw a little too much current. 

So.....
I just recently had my dealer install a 12v cigarette outlet that is not only fused but connected directly to the battery through a relay.  It's keyed to work with the ignition on. 
I suppose now it's not a worry.  On the real plus side, I can power all sorts of things electronic that I mount to the RAM balls I've installed on the brake fluid resevoir covers.

I've used the C02 inflators as well.  They saved my keester for sure.

Don in KC.   

[zombie]

You might want to change that relay from "keyed" activation to a switch somewhere on the bike.
Unless he installed a "continuous duty relay (ie: about 150.00 bucks) it will have a short life, and not work when you actually need it.

Standard Bosch or Cole Hersey 30amp 5 pin relay's heat up, and self destruct when held on continuously.
In fact I would suggest running a pair of 12awg wires direct to your outlet, and have nothing to worry about. Just install a 10 amp fuse at the battery.

[Chris0381]

Thats what I think I did. Direct connection to the battery using discarded lamp cord via a switch and fuse.

I dont know enough about relays to question the use of one.