Will ck big bike parts, thx guys.
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In my case, I did prefer externally mounted sensors simply for the convenience of replacement. First, you need to have metal valve stems, then determine if you have room to clear the brake calipers. On the FJR, there is no room on the front for an external mount regardless of valve stem. If you mount the Doran internally you need to use their threaded valve stem, 90 or straight come with the set. Orange is internal, not a deal breaker IMHO. On all the sensor batteries will die eventually and it's a matter of inconvenience when you want to replace the sensor, as you have to at minimum break the tire bead. Again not a deal breaker, it's same on automotive TPMS.A major point in favor of the Doran is the ability to *add* the sensor to an existing valve stem. This looks like I could install the right-angle valve stems and add TPMS sensor. I like that a lot! If Orange used or could be used with those valve stems, that would tip the scale.
I did not know that. I've got the "90 degree" valve stems from Mani (waiting for on opportunity to install them) so that's out. I've got a hose that screws on to the stem when it's time to top off the tires. But I have to over fill a little since some are is lost putting it on and taking it off.If you mount the Doran internally you need to use their threaded valve stem, 90 or straight come with the set.
I *like* those! I had some similar stems in plastic for my cars, years ago. I want to get my hands on a pair of 42s. Thanks for the link!I just use the screw-on sensors that are PSI-specific.
The Orange TPMS will also. I set mine up to alternate between pressure and temperature on the display. Sensors are internal wich has good and bad points, but should give more sensitivity to tire temperature.it gives PSI as well as tire temp.
Do you have to re-balance the wheel when you install those? I would consider a set.I hear you Larry I hope it is a good reliable unit looks like this company primarily does trucks tractor trailers etc. But talking to Deion he told me their MC unit will also do a trailer you just have to program the sensors. So it sounds like what I have been looking for. I might have gone for one of the Orange units but after reading about what happened I decided to look elsewhere. Also the external sensors are easier to service and you can change the batteries in them.
That's exactly what I was thinking!!. Looks like with tons of snow on the way this is going to be a maintenance and farkeling weekend.
Same here it's nice getting up after a snow and having nothing to do!This is when living in a condo is good....no snow clearing for me!!