Table of contents
- 14 air pumps in a comparison test Hand air pumps, mini compressors and foot air pumps
- 14 air pump models from three categories
- Clamping is faster, screws hold better
- There is no egg-laying woolly milk sow among the test candidates
- Alpin aluminum hand air pump 72944
- Alca high performance air pump 217100 (hand pump)
- SKS original racing compressor (hand pump)
- Airman Tour 52-074 (compressor)
- Alca compressor 12V Nonstop 220000
- Black & Decker AirStation ASI300 (compressor)
- Michelin high-performance compressor 92412
- Alca 180W high power compressor 207000
- Unitec Compressor Premium 10920
- Bikers Dream Mini Foot Pump (digital)
- Cartec foot pump 231780
- Heyner Pedal Max Pro 225000 (foot pump)
- Unitec foot air pump 10928
- Draper Expert 22267 (foot pump)
- This is how MOTORRAD tests
- Filling tricks: done around the corner
- Final scoring & Conclusion
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The Unitec foot air pump 10928 lands in last place. After 200 pumping strokes, the filling was interrupted, a significant pressure build-up was not possible. Suitable for inflating small beach balls, however. No miracles were expected for 3.99 euros – but not so little either.
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Small, handy, practical: helper for working on the valve. Checking the tire pressure and making any necessary corrections often fail due to the lack of space: wheel or brake components prevent the pressure gauge and pump from being easily attached. Before you get your fingers dirty or break off, some people leave it alone. There are helpers in retail that make work easier for little money.
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Here is the overall final rating.
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The Heyner Pedal Max pro 225,000 won the race. The two-cylinder makes the singles look very old – this also applies to foot air pumps. If you don’t want to make friends with a hand / floor-standing air pump and don’t want a mini compressor, you can buy the pump for life with this heavyweight.
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The SKS Original Racing Compressor is just over 1st place. Heavy, strong, (relatively) expensive – and an investment for life. The legendary racing compressor is not entirely perfect either: the pressure gauge could do a little more. Caution: There are four different valve heads – and not all of them fit well everywhere.
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The Alca high-performance air pump 217100 lands on the winners’ podium. A lot of pump for surprisingly little money. Among the motorless pumps in this test, the Alca is clearly ahead in terms of efficiency and rightly bears the addition of “high-performance air pump”. The operation (hose) should be even easier.
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Mini compressor doesn’t do the job well enough with the Airman Tour 52-074. The Knirps is an ultra mini and therefore perfect for on the go. Even fits into small (motorcycle) sockets, puts a lot of pressure on, but also sounds quite pithy. Good value for money.
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The two compressors from Black are tied & Decker and Airman. The transition to the full-blown compressor is with the Black & Decker Airstation ASI300 fluently – at least in terms of dimensions. In terms of efficiency, however, a little more could have been achieved. The very convenient operation and the mains connection are good reasons to buy.
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The Alca 180W High Power Compressor 207000 lands in 6th place. A rather inconspicuous device without serious weaknesses, but also without outstanding strengths. Well suited as a second pump next to a device operated with muscle power. The low weight and not too large housing make it mobile.
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The Unitec Compressor Premium 10920 takes 7th place. The relatively heavy device does exactly what a compressor should mainly do: a lot of pressure in a short time. In addition, there is no such thing as chichi equipment or processing finesse. A rustic workhorse. Not more but also not less.
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The Michelin high-performance compressor 92412 takes 8th place. Easy to use, well equipped, well made and relatively inexpensive – the somewhat playful and thoroughly likeable device has all systems to become a bestseller. If it weren’t for the issue of efficiency. Anyone who has patience still buys properly.
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The Cartec foot air pump 231780 lands in 9th place. A classic foot air pump without a lot of frills. Due to the precise and perfectly readable pressure gauge and the simple operation, it differs from significantly cheaper models of the same design. The price is still a bit borderline.
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The Bikers Dream mini foot pump (digital) took 10th place. The compact dimensions and the low weight make the tiny pump the ideal on-the-go pump. However, the well-made part is not efficient enough for larger workshop tasks. Also available with an analog manometer for 34.95 euros.
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The Alpin aluminum hand air pump 72944 lands in 11th place. The lightweight is neatly made and fulfills its essential purpose. In a direct comparison with the Alca model, which is almost the same price, some lack of detail – keyword pressure gauge – are clearly noticeable and thwarted “Good”.
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The Alca Compressor 12V Nonstop 220000 slipped past 11th place. A rather inconspicuous device without serious weaknesses, but also without outstanding strengths. Well suited as a second pump next to a device operated with muscle power. The low weight and not too large housing make it mobile.
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The Draper Expert 22267 takes 13th place. Another classic from the series “You can’t go wrong with it”. In direct comparison, however, the solid, but inconspicuous part falls out, because in terms of operation and efficiency, some competitors can do significantly more.
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The air pumps were all tested in the MOTORRAD workshop.
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14 air pumps in a comparison test
14 air pumps in a comparison test
Hand air pumps, mini compressors and foot air pumps
Whether hand air pump, mini compressor or foot air pump – one of them belongs in every well-stocked screw garage. The three types and 14 air pump models in a comparison test.
Klaus Herder
08/14/2014
Now please do not come to us with the announcement “At my gas station the air is free – I don’t need an air pump test!” Reader – or you have never tried to get to the tire valve with a rather unwieldy gas station air pressure test lance between the cast wheel and the double disc brake.
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Well, we understand each other: There is nothing like the almost contemplative control of the tire pressure in the garage at home. In addition to peace and tranquility, there are also cold tires there (the pressure values stated in logbooks and repair instructions only apply to such tires) and, with a little luck, cold beer. In almost every garage or workshop that has been screwed for a little longer, there is also an air pump corpse in the farthest corner, usually a representative of the genus Pedalo vulgaris, commonly known as hardware store cheap foot air pumps. Usually torn air hoses, crumbled plastic pressure gauges or just broken control parts with not really nice remains of idiot welds led to death.
14 air pump models from three categories
To make it short: Almost every hobby mechanic has already sold a huge amount of air pumps. Some even several times. In order to know in the future which devices can be used to press for a little longer than just one summer, MOTORRAD sifted through the extensive range and bought 14 air pump models from three categories.
13 pump models had consistently received decent ratings in the relevant online evaluation portals. In the case of one model, MOTORRAD was particularly interested in whether it might say something about the product quality if the (quite fair) shipping costs are about as high as the product price. We anticipate the answer: yes!
Clamping is faster, screws hold better
Whether it should be pumped by hand, foot or even electrically is almost a philosophical question. Hand-operated floor-standing air pumps have the advantage of providing plump rubber with usually significantly fewer pump strokes than their foot-operated sister models. On the other hand, they are more bulky, and whoever has a “back” will not really be able to make friends with them. Foot-operated bellows impress with their compactness, but their somewhat more complex mechanics, in connection with an inevitably somewhat more uncoordinated movement of the operator, are significantly more susceptible to wear than those of the manually operated pumps. On the other hand, foot pumps can usually be operated very easily by hand. Which is particularly advantageous if the hose connection does not want to stay on the tire valve by itself and a second hand is required. Try that with a hand-operated floor-standing air pump – have fun with the workshop Kamasutra!
Keyword hose connection: Whether it should be clamped with a lever or screwed with a nut is a matter of taste. Clamping is a little faster, screws often hold better and the said helping hand is unnecessary. However, a little more skill and speed are required when removing a screwed hose connection, because whoever takes too much time with this is usually punished with a loss of pressure and is allowed to repeat the exercise.
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There is no egg-laying woolly milk sow among the test candidates
We come to the electrically operated mini compressors. They are operated via 12-volt on-board sockets, with board almost always referring to car-board, i.e. the large euro on-board socket. It’s rarely found on a motorcycle, so if you want electricity, you have to work with an adapter or use the cigarette lighter on the family car. Mostly, but not always, because two laudable exceptions can be found in the test field: The Airman Tour plug also fits into small standard sockets on motorcycles; and Black & Decker also supplies a second power connection that fits into the 230-volt AC voltage network, i.e. any household socket.
In addition to the power supply, you should also think about possible noise pollution before buying a mini compressor. These things may be small, but they are mostly loud as hell – and not a good idea to use them to go to the underground car park of the senior citizens’ residential complex on Sunday lunchtimes. The legendary egg-laying woolly milk pig is unfortunately not among the test candidates, but the test winner comes pretty close to the pump ideal: a two-cylinder wins!
Alpin aluminum hand air pump 72944
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The Alpin aluminum hand air pump 72944.
providers
Rinder Warenhandelsgesellschaft m. B. H,
85774 Unterfohring, Tel. 0 89/14 33 58 22,
www.rinder.org
Price: 18.51 euros (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Hand air pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Aluminum housing with plastic handle
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and two universal adapters
Dimensions / weight: 56 x 13 x 5.5 cm (L x W x H), hose length 55 cm / 830 g
Manometer: analog, display 0-10 bar / 0-1 MPa
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: approx. 1.9 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 40 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Hose connection simple; good efficiency; satisfactory processing; price.
minus
Not very stable; lack of accesories; Manometer with a scale that is too coarse, no intermediate check possible during inflation Hose a little too short.
Conclusion
The lightweight is neatly made and fulfills its essential purpose. In a direct comparison with the Alca model, which is almost the same price, some lack of detail – keyword pressure gauge – are clearly noticeable and thwarted “Good”.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Alca high performance air pump 217100 (hand pump)
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The Alca high-performance air pump 217100.
providers
Alca Mobil Logistics + Services GmbH
15859 Storkow, Tel. 03 36 78/68 70,
www.alcashop.de
Price: 18.90 euros + 0.70 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Hand air pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Metal case with plastic handle
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 61 x 13.5 x 6.5 cm (L x W x H), hose length 54 cm / 1376 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 27 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Secure stand; excellent efficiency; large, very easy to read manometer; good workmanship; price.
minus
Hose connection somewhat stiff, possibly a somewhat greater pressure loss when removing; Hose a little too short.
Conclusion
Lots of pumps for surprisingly little money. Among the motorless pumps in this test, the Alca is clearly ahead in terms of efficiency and rightly bears the addition of “high-performance air pump”. The operation (hose) should be even easier.
MOTORRAD verdict: good, MOTORCYCLE buyer’s tip
SKS original racing compressor (hand pump)
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The SKS original racing compressor.
providers
SKS Metaplast Scheffer-Klute GmbH,
59846 Sundern, Tel. 0 29 33/83 10,
www.sks-germany.com
Price: 42.99 euros + 5.90 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Hand air pump, hose connection with lever plug (E.V.A.)
Material: Metal case with wooden handle
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader, Dunlop and Sclaverand valves
Dimensions / Weight: 67 x 13.5 x 7 cm (L x W x H), tube length 120 cm / 2220 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–17 bar / 0–240 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 41 strokes
Country of Manufacture: Germany
plus
Very secure stand; good efficiency; no pressure loss when putting on and taking off; very long hose; top processing; various hose connections available; five year guarantee; Spare parts supply.
minus
Attachment to short Schrader valves hardly possible, extension is required with E.V.A. valve head; Pressure gauge scale a little too coarse.
Conclusion
Heavy, strong, (relatively) expensive – and an investment for life. But the legendary racing compressor is not quite perfect either: the pressure gauge could do a little more. Caution: There are four different valve heads – and not all of them fit well everywhere.
MOTORRAD verdict: very good
Airman Tour 52-074 (compressor)
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The Airman Tour 52-074.
providers
Active Tools Europe GmbH,
32108 Bad Salzuflen, Tel. 05 22/94 49 70,
www.my-airman.com
Price: 29.99 euros (bought at Polo, Juchen)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 V connection for small standard and large Euro socket, hose connection with screw connection
Material: Plastic case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and two universal adapters, cloth bag
Dimensions / weight: 14.5 x 12.5 x 6.5 cm (L x W x H), tube length 27 cm / 582 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–6 bar / 0–87 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pumping time: 1.5-2.5 bar: 43 sec
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Practical double cigarette lighter plug; good accommodation of hose, cables and accessories; very compact dimensions; easy hose connection, good efficiency; very good pressure control during filling; satisfactory processing; Furnishing.
minus
Hose much too short; relatively loud.
Conclusion
Mini-compressor does not do enough. The Knirps is an ultra mini and therefore perfect for on the go. Even fits into small (motorcycle) sockets, puts a lot of pressure on, but also sounds quite pithy. Good value for money.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Alca compressor 12V Nonstop 220000
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The Alca compressor 12V Nonstop 220000 .
providers
Alca Mobil Logistics + Services GmbH
15859 Storkow, Tel. 03 36 78/68 70,
www.alcashop.de
Price: 25.90 euros + 0.98 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 V connection for large Euro socket, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Plastic case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 16.5 x 13.5 x 8 cm (L x W x H), hose length 65 cm / 886 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 1.9 bar
Pumping time: 1.5-2.5 bar: 64 sec
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Illuminated manometer, large and easily readable scale; still satisfactory efficiency; very good pressure control during filling; satisfactory processing; price.
minus
Hose connection may be a bit stiff; relatively loud; no storage space for hose and cable.
Conclusion
A rather inconspicuous device without serious weaknesses, but also without outstanding strengths. Well suited as a second pump next to a device operated with muscle power. The low weight and not too large housing make it mobile.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
Black & Decker AirStation ASI300 (compressor)
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The Black & Decker AirStation ASI300.
providers
Black & Decker GmbH,
65510 Idstein, Tel. 0 61 26/2 10,
www.blackanddecker.eu
Price: 49.99 euros + 6.90 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 V connection for large Euro socket and 230 V mains connection, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Plastic housing
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 28.5 x 15.5 x 19 cm (L x W x H), hose length 70 cm / 2450 g
Manometer: digital, display in bar, psi, kPa
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump duration 1.5–2.5 bar: 55 sec
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Very good accommodation of hose, cables and accessories; very simple hose connection, very convenient operation (preselection of pressure); no pressure loss when putting on and taking off; satisfactory efficiency; good pressure control during filling; good workmanship.
minus
Bulky and heavy; Dunlop adapter missing; relatively loud.
Conclusion
The transition to the full-blown compressor is fluid – at least in terms of dimensions. In terms of efficiency, however, a little more could have been achieved. The very convenient operation and the mains connection are good reasons to buy.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Michelin high-performance compressor 92412
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The Michelin 92412 high-performance compressor
providers
System partner auto parts
76185 Karlsruhe, Tel. 07 21/62 52 80,
www.spa-automotive.com
Price: 31.99 euros (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 V connection for large Euro socket, hose connection with screw connection
Material: Plastic case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Sclaverand and three universal adapters, two LEDs
Dimensions / Weight: 0 20 cm, tube length 67 cm / 1216 g
Manometer: digital, display in bar, psi, kPa
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump duration 1.5–2.5 bar: 115 sec
Country of Manufacture: Taiwan
plus
Very good accommodation of hose, cable and accessories; very simple hose connection, no pressure loss when putting on and taking off; Manometer illuminated; lavish furnishings; good pressure control during filling; good workmanship; price.
minus
Manometer display too small; rather below average efficiency.
Conclusion
Easy to use, well equipped, well made and relatively inexpensive – the somewhat playful and thoroughly likeable device has all systems to become a bestseller. If it weren’t for the issue of efficiency. Anyone who has patience still buys properly.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Alca 180W high power compressor 207000
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The Alca 180W High Power Compressor 207000 .
providers
Alca Mobil Logistics + Services GmbH
15859 Storkow, Tel. 03 36 78/68 70,
www.alcashop.de
Price: 49.90 euros + 1.86 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 V connection for large Euro socket, hose connection with screw connection
Material: Metal case, plastic
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 19 x 8 x 14 cm (L x W x H), hose length 75 cm / 1466 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.1 bar
Pump duration 1.5–2.5 bar: 35 sec
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Very simple hose connection; large and easy to read manometer scale; very good efficiency; proper processing; relatively quiet.
minus
Pressure control during filling rather imprecise (pressure gauge takes precedence); no storage space for hose and cable.
Conclusion
Costs almost twice as much as its brand colleague, but also pumps up the tire significantly faster and is even relatively quiet in a direct comparison. Those who frequently have to ensure a strong increase in pressure are better served with this robust device.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Unitec Compressor Premium 10920
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The Unitec Compressor Premium 10920.
providers
Inter-Union Technohandel GmbH,
76829 Landau, Tel. 0 63 41/28 40,
www.inter-union.de
Price: 28.13 euros (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Mini compressor with 12 volt connection for large Euro socket, hose connection with screw connection
Material: Metal case, plastic
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, three universal adapters, bag
Dimensions / Weight: 17 x 8.5 x 14 cm (L x W x H), hose length 100 cm / 1600 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 psi / 0–700 kPa
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 1.9 bar
Pump duration 1.5–2.5 bar: 38 sec
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Relatively simple hose connection; large, easy-to-read manometer scale; very good efficiency; solid workmanship; relatively quiet; price.
minus
Dunlop adapter missing; possibly slight loss of air when removing the hose (nut has little grip); Bag has a very rustic finish.
Conclusion
The relatively heavy device does exactly what a compressor should mainly do: a lot of pressure in a short time. In addition, there is no such thing as chichi equipment or processing finesse. A rustic workhorse. Not more but also not less.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Bikers Dream Mini Foot Pump (digital)
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The Bikers Dream Mini Foot Pump (digital).
providers
Bikers Dream, Sepp Kanzian,
87669 Rieden a. F., Tel. 0 83 62/93 01 90,
www.bikersdream.de
Price: 44.95 euros (bought at Polo, Juchen)
Design type: Foot air pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Aluminum housing with plastic
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader and Sclaverand valves, Dunlop and two universal adapters, bag
Dimensions / Weight: 9 x 7 x 17 cm (L x W x H), hose length 49 cm / 490 g
Manometer: digital, display in bar, psi, kPa, kg / cm²
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 104 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Very simple hose connection, no pressure loss when removing; secure footing, easy operation; clear pressure gauge display; very compact; good equipment; proper processing.
minus
Efficiency rather below average (despite “high volume setting”); Hose a little too short.
Conclusion
The compact dimensions and the low weight make the tiny pump the ideal on-the-go pump. However, the well-made part is not efficient enough for larger workshop tasks. Also available with an analog manometer for 34.95 euros.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Cartec foot pump 231780
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The Cartec foot pump 231780.
providers
Impex, 38490 Chimilin (France),
Tel. 00 33/4 76/32 69 69,
www.impex-online.com
Price: 36.65 euros (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Foot air pump, hose connection with screw connection
Material: Metal case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 31 x 9 x 9 cm (L x W x H), hose length 62 cm / 942 g
Manometer: analog, display 0-10 bar
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 66 strokes
Country of Manufacture: “European Union”
plus
Simple hose connection; secure stand; very easy to use; satisfactory efficiency; very large, easy-to-read manometer; satisfactory processing.
minus
Accessories not permanently stored safely; slight loss of air possible when removing the hose connection.
Conclusion
A classic foot air pump with no frills. Due to the precise and perfectly readable pressure gauge and the simple operation, it differs from significantly cheaper models of the same design. The price is still a bit borderline.
MOTORRAD verdict: good
Heyner Pedal Max Pro 225000 (foot pump)
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The Heyner Pedal Max Pro 225000.
providers
Alca Mobil Logistics + Services GmbH
15859 Storkow, Tel. 03 36 78/68 70,
www.heynershop.de
Price: 36.90 euros + 1.37 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Two-cylinder foot pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Metal case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and three universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 29.5 x 14.5 x 9 cm (L x W x H), hose length 62 cm / 2008 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 psi
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 38 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Simple hose connection; very secure stand; easy handling; very good efficiency; very large, perfectly readable pressure gauge; good to very good workmanship; robust transport bag.
minus
Locking and adapter housing not optimally released.
Conclusion
The two-cylinder makes the singles look very old – this probably also applies to foot air pumps. If you don’t want to make friends with a hand / floor-standing air pump and don’t want a mini compressor, you can buy the pump for life with this heavyweight.
MOTORRAD verdict: very good, MOTORRAD test winner
Unitec foot air pump 10928
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The Unitec foot air pump 10928.
providers
Inter-Union Technohandel GmbH,
76829 Landau, Tel. 0 63 41/28 40,
www.inter-union.de
Price: 3.99 euros + 3.90 euros shipping (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Foot air pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Metal case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, a universal adapter
Dimensions / Weight: 21.5 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm (L x W x H), tube length 50 cm / 586 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 lb / in²
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: approx. 1.5 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: Attempt terminated after 200 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
price.
minus
Hose connection extremely fiddly, high pressure loss when putting on and taking off; stands very wobbly; Manometer unsuitable (extremely imprecise, scale much too coarse); massive processing weaknesses.
Conclusion
After 200 pumping strokes, the filling was stopped, a significant pressure build-up was not possible. Suitable for inflating small beach balls, however. No miracles were expected for 3.99 euros – but not so little either.
MOTORRAD judgment: poor
Draper Expert 22267 (foot pump)
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The Draper Expert 22267.
providers
Draper Tools Ltd., Chandler’s Ford (Great Britain),
Tel. 00 44/23/80 49 43 33,
www.drapertools.com
Price: 29.14 euros (bought on the Internet via Amazon)
Design type: Foot air pump, hose connection with lever plug
Material: Metal case
Scope of delivery: Valve connection for Schrader valve, Dunlop and two universal adapters
Dimensions / Weight: 29 x 9.5 x 8.5 cm (L x W x H), hose length 60 cm / 1358 g
Manometer: analog, display 0–7 bar / 0–100 kPa
Display at 2.0 bar filling pressure: 2.0 bar
Pump strokes 1.5–2.5 bar: 81 strokes
Country of Manufacture: China
plus
Very secure stand; easy handling; large, easy-to-read manometer; simple and very effective locking; still sufficient efficiency; satisfactory processing.
minus
Hose connection somewhat stiff, possibly slight pressure loss when removing.
Conclusion
Another classic from the “You can’t go wrong with this” series. In direct comparison, however, the solid, but inconspicuous part falls out, because in terms of operation and efficiency, some competitors can do significantly more.
MOTORRAD verdict: satisfactory
This is how MOTORRAD tests
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Man and machine: working pressure in the MOTORCYCLE workshop.
MOTORRAD bought the air pumps in July 2014 on the open market, mainly on the Internet via Amazon. For some of the deliveries, shipping costs were incurred, which are shown separately in the data boxes, but were not taken into account when assessing the price-performance ratio. Measuring and weighing were at the beginning of the test program.
The practical testing took place in the MOTORRAD workshop. The aim was to increase the inflation pressure of the front tire of the endurance test Yamaha MT-07 (Michelin Pilot Road 3, 120/70 ZR 17) from 1.5 to 2.5 bar (typical pressure loss during the winter break). The pump strokes required for this were counted or the time required for the mini compressors was stopped. The air pump pressure gauges had to prove their accuracy at 2.0 bar tire pressure. MOTORRAD determined the reference values with a precision pressure measuring device from Flaig. Statements on user-friendliness and processing quality were continuously recorded.
Filling tricks: done around the corner
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Small, handy, practical: helper for working on the valve.
Checking the tire pressure and making any necessary corrections often fail due to the lack of space: wheel or brake components prevent the pressure gauge and pump from being easily attached. Before you get your fingers dirty or break off, some people leave it alone. There are helpers in retail that make work easier for little money. From left: extension adapter without pressure loss with drain valve (14.99 euros, Polo), two-part extension adapter set for car and bicycle valves (9.99 euros, Polo), valve extension (9.99 euros, Louis), angle valve for attachment (5 , 99 euros, Louis), tire angle valves for retrofitting (double pack 29.95 euros, Louis).
Final scoring & Conclusion
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Here is the overall final rating.
The system question is not answered with this test: the test winner is a foot pump, followed by two hand pumps and two mini compressors. And in the broader field, too, things are pretty confused. With one exception, all test participants were able to correctly pressurize a motorcycle tire in an acceptable time. Everyone has to decide for themselves whether it should be decisive for the war that one model needs 30 seconds less than another.
Much more important is the question of ease of use, and in the long run the mini compressors are a little ahead of the curve. Anyone who only has to inflate a motorcycle tire can handle hand and foot operation just fine. If you also get four car tires in front of the inflation valve when you change your winter tires yourself, you can pump much more comfortably electrically. The very clever ones have both in their house: a manual and an electric bellows.
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