FAQ's
How long do tire balancing beads last compared to weights?
Our product is hard enough not to crack or come apart and they will last the life of your tread.
How do I know if this product will work for me?
Checkered Flag's beads are very affordable and safe. They will work on many types of tires just look at our tire balance beads charts.
Do balancing beads cause damage?
Our tire beads are made of a round compound that is very smooth. They roll without causing damage to the tires and if they bounce off the rims / wheels the result is the same, no damage.
Will this product improve my fuel mileage and tread wear?
It is a proven fact that balanced tires improve fuel mileage and allow for longer tread life. They will balance your wheels every time you leave a stop sign or stop light.
Will the beads clump up inside? Are they safe for TPMS?
Unlike other products on the market today our balancing beads will not clump with moisture and is safe to use with TPMS.
What type of vehicles will balance beads work with? Balancing for Cars? For Semi Tires?
Our product will balance Semi Trucks, Motorhomes, Trailers, Motorcycles, Full size SUV's, Pickup Trucks and more but please see our tire balancing beads charts. They are really not meant for small cars /vehicles, low profile tires, sports cars, hot rods and race cars.