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Originally Posted by Essayons
Is it possible to use tubeless tires with tubes. I've seen it done on a YouTube video. The video claimed that tubeless tires are tougher against punctures; and the tube would keep you from switching rims I guess.
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Yes, you can run tubeless tires with tubes. The general rule of thumb to go by is to reduce the speed rating of the tire by one grade when doing so. On my Goldwing I ran Shinko 230 Tourmasters which are Tubeless type tires with a V rating (149mph) but with a tube installed you would treat it as an H rated tire (130mph). This has to do with the fact that the inside of tube type tires are full of ridges and other textures that can rub through a tube. So it is always adviseable to use a generous amount of talcum powder inside the tire when installing it. This will reduce the friction between the tube and tire and prevent rub-through. I have run several thousand miles without a problem, so don't over think it too much.
Since these bikes struggle to reach much beyond 70mph on the best of days, it isn't as much of a concern.