Because manually inflating a motorcycle tyre is not a thing and because there’s not always a compressor around, or because having an industrial sized one at home might be considered overkill, there’s this portable and wireless compressor by Airman.
It weighs only 330 grams and it pumps 2.5 bar in your motorcycle tyre in less than five minutes. We wouldn’t be able to do that ourselves. It’s 131x80x40 mm, righteously labelling the Airman Mini as ‘practical’. You can store it in almost every motorcycle case.
The weak point of each construction is always the battery: no energy, no pump. In this case, we have good news because the Airman Mini can provide about three tyres with 2.5 bar of air with one single battery charge (2200 mAh). This means that even a completely flat sidecar can be put back on the streets.
The attentive amateur-mathematician now knows that one battery charge of the Airman Mini produces 7.5 bar. To be precise: 7.59 bar. This should get the tyre pressure of every two-wheeler up to level.
Yet, take note of this double notice.
(1) Every battery loses voltage over time. You have to charge the Airman Mini every three months. By default. Even without intermediate use of the device. Put it in your calendar and keep maintaining that to enjoy the benefits of this portable compressor for as long as possible. Charging is via USB-C, so it’s not a big ask.
(2) Use the small compressor for fifteen minutes at a time and then leave it to cool for half an hour. Inflating motorcycle tyres requires energy and it’s quite the exercise – you try it – so give the Mini its rest every now and then to prevent overheating.
In conclusion, this is a remarkable, practical, convenient, user-friendly, wireless and compact set that in time of need will make you happy you brought it.
