How long do mousse tubes last?
It can be used for a maximum of 6 months after fitting, however the lifespan of MICHELIN Bib Mousse varies considerably depending on the intensity of usage and the discipline practised.
Do you use rim lock with bib mousse?
Should I use a standard rim lock with a mousse? Yes, even though some manufacturers do not recommend using a rim lock, we think it is an important safety measure and highly recommend using a proper fitting and functioning rim lock.
When should I replace my bib mousse?
It is hard to say exactly how long a bib mousse will last because it is greatly dependent on the rider, the conditions that the mousse are ridden in and maintenance of the mousse. For the average occasional rider, it is safe to say that a mousse should only have to be changed about once every 6 months (or even less).
How long does a Michelin Bib Mousse last?
MICHELIN Bib Mousse has a lifespan of up to six months from the date it is first fitted to the motorcycle. Its working life is significantly lower when used intensively. The working life of MICHELIN Bib Mousse can vary considerably depending on severity of use and the discipline involved.
What is bib mousse gel?
bib mousse is effectively just a form of silicone grease with a soluble element. Pipe grease works just as well if you can get it, but must be silicone not lithium etc.
What is a mousse bib?
Bib-Mousse is a Tire mousse made by French tire manufacturer Michelin. The Bib-Mousse was named after Michelin’s well-known mascot, Bibendum. It is a ring of butyl honeycomb foam with its cells filled with nitrogen. It has a smooth-molded outer skin that is designed to slip into specific size off-road motorcycle tires.
What is the Michelin Bib Mousse made out of?
Michelin’s Bib-Mousse is a foam core insert which replaces a standard rubber inner tube in off-road motorcycle tires. It is a sponge-like circle of butyl honeycomb foam whose tiny cells are charged with nitrogen.
Can a Bib Mousse be used on a motorcycle?
Bib-Mousse is specifically designed for off-road competition use for speeds UP TO 80 MPH (130 km/h). Above this speed, heat build-up can lead to rapid destruction of the Bib-Mousse, resulting in serious injury to the rider. Under no circumstances should Bib-Mousse be fitted to motorcycles for on-road use.
What kind of pressure does a Bib Mousse have?
Bib-Mousse replaces conventional tubes. Made from a multi-cellular butyl material providing a pressure equivalent of approximately 13 PSI (0.9 bar). Specifically designed for off-road competition use, at speeds up to 80 MPH. Each Bib-Mousse includes a tube of Bib-Mousse fitting gel.