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Thread: Split Rims

  1. #1
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    Split Rims

    Whats the point, any advantages or dis???
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    You don't have to pry the bead over the rim !!
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  3. #3
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    the are some front tires like the 23.5x8x11, that wont accept the split rim. Well, they might fit but it specifically says "NOT for use on 2 piece Honda rims"
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    yeah i put split rims when the tire said not to and they did fine.
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    A big disantvantage is they can leak at the seal in between rims. Thats why they stopped making them I think. I'd rather have the one piece jobs for sure.

  6. #6
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    2-piece rims should always be tubed and/or RTV'd at the 2-piece o-ring (my old 110 had this and i did that, no tubed and never leaked)

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    Quote Originally Posted by 70binder
    2-piece rims should always be tubed and/or RTV'd at the 2-piece o-ring (my old 110 had this and i did that, no tubed and never leaked)
    If you tube them though and get a flat, you can't repair it on the trail.......a tubeless you can.

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    The last set I mounted I used blue RTV sealant between each of the rim sides and a Bead Sealant on the tires. Worked good, no leaks.
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  9. #9
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    I used window sealing silicone on mine.. and never had any problems with leaks.. no tube.
    Currently :

    82 ATC - 200, plain jane, almost mint. ( Sold, 03-17-2005)
    84 ATC - 200 ES, Jimmy-Rigged, don't ask.( Sold, 03-17-2005)
    85 ATC - 250 SX, Pride and Joy, Bottom-Less Money Pit.
    84 125 M - The Mini-SX not running yet. but won't be long.
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  10. #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by MNRebel
    Whats the point, any advantages or dis???
    Comes down to this: Its common to hear " I got some one-piece rims to replace those two piece stock rims." Something you'll never hear is "I'm looking for some split rims to replace those cheapo one piece rims I've got".

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    Honda started with two piece rims. Once they figured out that one piece rims were better, they changed over to them. Never go back.
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