Product details
VFMFM tubeless tyre repair kit – emergency puncture repair for car, motorcycle, van and more
Being stranded with a puncture is a proper nuisance. This VFMFM tubeless tyre repair kit (model SJ02) is made to stop that happening. Handy, no-nonsense and designed for roadside use, it contains everything you need for a temporary fix so you can get moving again and reach a garage. It’s not a permanent repair, but it’ll save time, cash and a lot of hassle.
What’s in the kit
The kit contains a sensible set of tools and spares to deal with most small punctures in tubeless tyres. Inside you’ll find:
- 20 x rubber repair strings (plugs) – weather-resistant and flexible
- 1 x T-handle insert tool – for seating the plug
- 1 x T-handle spiral probe tool – to clean and prepare the hole
- 1 x soft-grip pliers – useful for removing debris or holding items steady
- 1 x cutting knife – trims the plug flush with the tyre
- 1 x pair of disposable gloves – keeps your hands tidy
- 1 x compact storage box – keeps everything neat in the boot
Why it’s useful
Simple, robust tools (hardened steel where it matters) make a fiddly job far quicker and safer. The rubber repair strings are designed not to harden with age, so the kit should still be useful even after months in the car. It’s small and light — perfect for stashing under a seat or in the boot — which is a blessing in winter when the last thing you want is to be faffing about in the cold and wet.
How to use (brief)
- Locate and assess the puncture – make sure it’s in the tread, not the sidewall.
- Use the spiral probe to clean and slightly enlarge the hole.
- Thread a repair string into the insert tool, push it into the hole and withdraw the tool, leaving the plug in place.
- Trim the excess plug with the knife, reinflate the tyre and drive carefully to a garage for a proper repair.
This won’t fix a shredded or blown tyre — it’s intended for punctures in the tread of tubeless tyres only. Not suitable for tubed tyres or sidewall blowouts. For safety, any tyre repaired using this kit should be inspected and correctly mended by a professional as soon as possible — follow British Standard BS AU 16 for repair guidance.
Technical details and fit
Manufacturer: VFMFM (model SJ02). Product dimensions approx. 18 x 5 x 9 cm, weight around 510 g. Suitable for cars, motorcycles, vans, trucks, ATVs, tractors and many garden machinery tyres, provided they’re tubeless. Tools are steel with soft grips where needed, and the repair strips are a resilient rubber compound designed to resist ageing.
Typical problems this solves
- Small punctures from nails, screws or road debris when you’re away from home.
- Quick temporary fixes to get to the nearest garage without changing the wheel by the roadside.
- Peace of mind on long journeys or remote jobs where waiting for recovery could take hours.
It’s reassuring to have a practical option in the boot. This kit won’t replace a proper repair or a full-size spare, but it’ll stop a puncture ruining your day and save you a long wait at the roadside. If you’re in any doubt about whether a tyre is repairable, best to err on the side of caution and call a professional.