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antiqueken
12-05-2003, 12:08 PM
I've got a set of 22" bandits on stock rims on my 2000 400 EX. I've run them for almost 2 years now, and love them for their bullet proof reliability. The other day i was riding and noticed the left rear low on air. I pumped her up, only to notice it low again a few days later. I took her off the quad, and pumped her up to 40 PSI. A few sprays of water around the bead indicated 3 small leaks there in various locations. The rim is in good shape, with a few small/minor dings around the bead, but not much different than any other rim on my quad. The tire is now sitting flat in my garage, and I'm not sure what to do.
Any suggestions?
Ken

ReconRider25
12-05-2003, 12:20 PM
put new glue on the bead?

Jeffksf
12-05-2003, 12:27 PM
You probably have debris wedged between the bead and rim, Air it down and try and get it out of there. The best way would be to break the tire of the rim so you can get it good and clean.

mcmike
12-05-2003, 09:24 PM
Have the same problem on really sandy tracks. Clean the beads really good.