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How much sealant and balancing beads for an 180/55ZR17 tire
An 180/55ZR17 is about 7.09" wide and 24.8" tall (calculated from the size). Motorcycle tires are dosed for motorcycle use below.
Sealant per tire, by brand
| Brand | Per tire | Per set of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Slime | 11.4 oz | 45.6 oz |
| Ride-On | 13.2 oz | 52.8 oz |
| Berryman | 7 oz | 28 oz |
| LiQuiTube | 18 oz | 72 oz |
Typical LiQuiTube amounts by vehicle
| Vehicle | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| Dirt bike | 9 oz | 12 oz |
| Street / cruiser motorcycle | 12 oz | 16 oz |
A quick reference only. For a 180/55ZR17, go by the size-based amount above (18 oz).
Balancing beads per tire
| Brand | Per tire | From | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counteract | 2 oz | brand chart | rear 130-240 mm |
At 55-series, Dyna Beads and Magnum+ say to use beads together with wheel weights.
For your exact tire and wheel weights, use the bead calculator.
Formulas and sources are on the sealant calculator page. Amounts are each maker's guidance; follow your product's label.