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StillOK
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
Our Honda CR-V hybrid did not come with a spare tire, and I'm not comfortable traveling out of town without one. I researched the available options, and this one from Modern Spare seemed like a good choice. I have not used it at this point, and hope to never need it, but it seems to be of good quality and includes everything needed to install it. The kit also includes a nice storage bag. The only thing I would like to see added is for the supplier to make one side of the storage bag rigid so it's more stable to stack cargo on top of it. I trimmed down the cardboard shipping material and inserted that into the bag for that purpose -- not ideal but acceptable. Some day I'll pick up a small sheet of masonite and cut out a better insert. It's not cheap but IMO the peace of mind when traveling is worth it.
RiverDrifter
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2024
I have a small SUV, a 2024 Honda CRV Hybrid Sport L, which came with no spare, only a reinflation kit. This would be OK in urban areas where service could be readily accessed if need be. However, I live in the intermountain west where distances between towns can be considerable and road service, if available, could take a really long time. I also go into backroad areas where hazards that might tear a side wall are more prevalent than on paved streets and highways. Thus, solely relying on the reinflation kit that came with the vehicle to fix a flat on an SUV is a bad idea. (Honda are you listening?) After researching my options for a dependable spare that I could drive at interstate highway speeds, if need be, the answer was obvious - Modern Spare. I received the tire a few days after I ordered it. It is nice looking and solidly built, unlike many other emergency spare donut tires made of formed steel. I did a trial mount on the car, and it fit perfectly. The only problem I experienced was when I didn't realize that there are two sets of 5 mounting holes that are not identical, even though at first glance they appear to be. Only one set will work. After having a bit of trouble getting the last two lug nuts to start on my first mounting attempt, I noticed the other pattern had very slightly larger nut access holes. After repositioning the tire on this other pattern everything went smoothly. All in all, I'm very pleased with the product and I'm glad to have the peace of mind that a good quality temporary spare provides. The tire will be strapped down in the rear deck cargo area under a fitted piece of plywood using ratchet ties to secure it in place. It will take up some deck space, but it will be worth it.
Michael B
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
The kit is complete in one ready to move package. Very well packaged and attractive for what it is.My only disappointments are the tie down points on the cover aren’t large enough to pass a strap hook through for a one strap lashing. It requires a two strap method which isn’t a big deal but not what I would prefer.Second is the 50mph speed limit of the tire. The speed rating is given in the description but unless you know the ratings value you can be under informed.Overall it’s a nice feel good purchase that I would do again.
Mike M.
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2024
We love our CR-V Hybrid and understand the “no spare tire” option due to the hybrid system being installed in the spare tire well…but I am always safety first. Browsed a YouTube clip and found Modern Spare! I was exited to have a portable spare tire system available at a fair price! Amazon delivered next day and we were prepared for long over the road tip! Thrilled to have this spare tire and hope I never need to use it. But rest assured Modern Spare has done an exceptional job with a complete kit with tools, jack and the proper diameter tire all in a clean protective pouch! Thank you Modern Spare!
J. Blackthorne
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
The packaging of this spare kit is really nicely thought out. The spare comes in a nice and durable carry bag with all the components strapped inside the tire. The spare being alloy is also lighter than a steel spare tire would be.As luck would have it, our 2024 CRV Hybrid with 400 miles on it found a nail at 11:30pm inside a packed parking garage. The tire exploded so violently that it nearly came off the rim. Most critically, with the tire bead separated from the rim, there was no way the Honda provided foam/pump would work. My wife called me and I came with this spare kit to test it out.The jack provided is nice in that it has a 17mm nut which means I was able to use a power drill to slowly raise and lower the jack, bypassing the provided ratcheting handle. Fully extended to the dead stop, the jack is "just" tall enough on level ground to get the tires on and off an AWD Hybrid. Parked on the side of the road or in a less than ideal location, the jack could be just short. Thus, my one critique for the CRV is that the jack could be a little taller. Also, the jack was not properly lubricated when it arrived either. I have since lubricated the worm gear with lithium grease. I did not use the other provided tools, but they appear to be nice quality though.Once the spare tire was mounted, I drove about 10 miles home with the spare on a front tire. Steering and breaking were a bit impacted, as you would expect with a temporary spare. Though, the CRV did not complain about the brakes, the tires, or another condition when driven on the spare.Overall, I am grateful that I had the spare as it saved a sure tow bill. We will most definitely carry the spare when traveling through places one would not want to be stranded on the side of the road. The kit comes with everything you need to get the job done quickly and safely. Other than minor gripes about the jack, the kit is exceptional.
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