Smaller air pump?

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I have a slime that i bought when i was touring and my old pump went. Its a bit too big.
So, i am asking for suggestions on a pump that shows the pressure and will plug into my cig lighter socket.
I really dont want one that has its own battery. That was my first one (oasser) and the battery lasted little more than a year.
Thanks in advance!
 
I got this the other day.
Portable Air Compressor Tire Inflator: 12V DC Auto Tire Pump Car Tire Inflator with Digital Pressure Gauge, Fast Inflation, Auto Tire Pump for Car Tires,Motorcycles https://a.co/d/49dYWeV

It is only powered via a cigarette lighter outlet. It measured the pressure of the tires and inflated a couple of psi without issue. It is cheap and made in China so I don't know how long it will last.
 
shadowknows977 said:
I got this the other day.
Portable Air Compressor Tire Inflator: 12V DC Auto Tire Pump Car Tire Inflator with Digital Pressure Gauge, Fast Inflation, Auto Tire Pump for Car Tires,Motorcycles https://a.co/d/49dYWeV

It is only powered via a cigarette lighter outlet. It measured the pressure of the tires and inflated a couple of psi without issue. It is cheap and made in China so I don't know how long it will last.
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Thanks! Just looked it up on amazon Over 500 sold and decent ratings.
I'm set up already w the cig lighter, so this might b a fit!
 
I have one of these -
www.motopumps.com

MotoPumps - Performance Under Pressure!

MotoPumps is the best source for 12v inflators for the motorcycle, ATV, SxS, powersports, automotive market. Air Shot and Mini Pro tire pumps and Dynaplug tubeless tire repair kits allow you to be self sufficient on a tour, the side of the road or on the trail. Performance Under Pressure!
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Pop-Pop said:
Thanks! Just looked it up on amazon Over 500 sold and decent ratings.
I'm set up already w the cig lighter, so this might b a fit!
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Nice! I showed this to my CFO and she managed to get it for nada. Should have it Sunday. Happy fathers day!
 
If you have a good tire gauge and don’t have to have a compressor with an integral gauge get a small Slime and remove the plastic case. It gets 66% smaller and fits in a very small, perhaps unused, space. One of mine is over 10 years old and has been used many times on the road.Air Compressor1.jpg

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Pop-Pop said:
Thanks! Just looked it up on amazon Over 500 sold and decent ratings.
I'm set up already w the cig lighter, so this might b a fit!
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Always take some caution with reviews. Some are of the degree of flash the product has when the box is first opened. I always read a few when I'm agonizing over this one or that one.
 
After you get your new pump, I strongly suggest you test it out. Remove the valve core from your rear tire and allow all the air to escape. Replace it, hook up your new compressor, start your bike (don't want to run the battery down and not be able to start it later) and reinflate the tire. You will learn if there are any problems with this device, and if yours arrived defective.
 
Here’s a few more options

www.aerostich.com

Aerostich Mini Compressor

This is the smallest, lightest compressor we carry and one of the most efficient you’ll find for its size. This stripped-down mini fits in the palm of your hand and will inflate any motorcycle tire in a couple minutes. When a larger compressor is too much bulk to carry along, and CO2 cartridges...
www.aerostich.com www.aerostich.com

www.aerostich.com

Stop 'n' Go Compressor

Keep this compact compressor in a tank bag or saddlebag, it’s so small you’ll forget it’s even there…until you need to fix a flat. Built in gauge to observe the pressure level up to 120 psi. A long 66” SAE power cord comes with both alligator clip and lighter adapters. Also comes equipped with...
www.aerostich.com www.aerostich.com

I also carry a slime model around in case but find it too bulky. It was also suggested to me to “strip it down” which I will tackle at some point. Results too follow…
 
Lots of good options and advice offered above. My old Campbell Hausfeld unit stripped from its case is still going strong. I prefer a separate pressure gage.

I’ll add - make sure your connection to battery power is fused (10amp) and the wiring is up to the high amp draw. Engine running.

John
 
John OoSTerhuis said:
Lots of good options and advice offered above. My old Campbell Hausfeld unit stripped from its case is still going strong. I prefer a separate pressure gage.

I’ll add - make sure your connection to battery power is fused (10amp) and the wiring is up to the high amp draw. Engine running.

John
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Thanks! I do keep the engine running and I do carry a separate gauge.
 
Here’s the Slime unit I use. Large enough 7”x 2” and bulky. 155C763F-80DD-4F4E-AEDB-96AD1F9BE16D.jpeg

I stripped it down (thanks for that suggestion @RaYzerman) and reduced it to this: a little over 5.5” x 1.5” but way more packable into a tight spot like under the pillion seat

87B4C261-6A25-4359-9DB8-CCE430E1FB0D.jpeg

So you lose some size and weight and obvious protection for the components but now have the potential to stuff it into a nook that wasn’t available before. The dial gauge is optional as I carry a manual one.

Thoughts?
 
Esti1300 said:
Here’s the Slime unit I use. Large enough 7”x 2” and bulky. 155C763F-80DD-4F4E-AEDB-96AD1F9BE16D.jpeg

I stripped it down (thanks for that suggestion @RaYzerman) and reduced it to this: a little over 5.5” x 1.5” but way more packable into a tight spot like under the pillion seat

87B4C261-6A25-4359-9DB8-CCE430E1FB0D.jpeg

So you lose some size and weight and obvious protection for the components but now have the potential to stuff it into a nook that wasn’t available before. The dial gauge is optional as I carry a manual one.

Thoughts?
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That is the exact one I have, unreduced, which is why I'm looking for something smaller. The size makes it a pain, even tho it is a good pump. I was a bit frustrated last tour with my bulk, and am looking at ways to reduce it.
 
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