Recently I had a very slow leak in my back tire, and I took it to Les Schwab to get it fixed. Its fine now, but I was wondering if its safe to go fast (120mph+) with the repaired tire, or will the fact that is fixed, and not the original rubber increase the risk of a blowout? Should I be looking to replace the tire altogether?
Thanks, any info is appreciated!

 

All speed ratings are void once a puncture and repair is made.


-Ted

 

keep her in double digits, pard.

 

Actually, the rule of thumb is one speed rating lower, but I still wouldn't trust a patched tire at 120+ mph.

 

Had my dunlop 8000 repaired....a few times and went throu 120+mph!!!! Yet, I think I was lucky! Don't do it!