The New Michelin 12314 Tyre Inflator Compared To Previous Models

[@nschowdh1]

Nice info and nice comparison, pls do a video on Macheline 12316 model if possible

[@PhilUKNet]

Thanks! The 12316 is 240v and I have no plans at the moment to buy this model. Sorry 😒

[@jvjoon4333]

Thank you old man.. thank you very much.. Can you please tell tyre inflation time on these models?? Which is quicker and how much quicker??

[@PhilUKNet]

@jvjoon4333 I've never timed it. The latest model seems to be a bit quicker, but it's negligible. Whenever I inflate the tyres, it's normally only to add 1-3 PSI, and it doesn't take long. I never have a need to inflate from completely flat. Sorry that I can't give you a better answer.

[@Big-T-Raw]

Thanks for the video. Unfortunately the 3rd (biggest) model 12314 is not available anywhere. Also the ali express link in your video description is not valid. Btw: why would someone buy a brand product from ali express at all? I already have a Michelin Tyre inflator which looks same as the 2nd model. I need another one for my 4x4 with MT tyres. I suppose the 3rd generation will do the job but cant find a seller…

[@PhilUKNet]

Thanks for the heads up regarding the broken link. I'll look into it. I tend to use Lazada and Shopee, but a lot of people use ALI Express. I guess that the third model is only available in some countries. The second model should be OK for your big tyres, even though inflating them may take a while.

[@irishRocker1]

Any difference in speed on the 2nd and 3rd? I have the second version already but the one without programmability. I didn't realise when buying it it didnt have that. Tempted to get another that can be programmed. i would also like it if it could be faster. if the 3rd version was much faster I would consider getting that one

[@PhilUKNet]

@irishRocker1 It's a lot bigger and seems a bit faster, but I haven't noticed a huge difference. If I was inflating tyres from empty to full, I would no doubt notice the speed. However, I only ever top up a few PSI at a time, so speed isn't really important to me personally, and it's not something that I notice particularly.

[@irishRocker1]

​@@PhilUKNetthanks for the info man!

[@leordeansg]

I think the 12v passthrough is a good idea, if you want to plug something else in while using the pump, and only have 1 12v port.

[@PhilUKNet]

I guess Michelin thought it would be useful, and no doubt some people find it useful. Personally, because the inflator is only attached for 10 minutes at a time, I've never found a use for it!

[@rover1374]

Does the middle one allow for letting air out?

[@PhilUKNet]

Unfortunately, not. The first one had a bleed valve, but the second one didn't. Michelin must have realised this was a mistake because it was reinstated on the third one.

[@rover1374]

@@PhilUKNet that’s for the response. How annoying though! I have it and about to start tracking my new car and I need to deflate the tyres a bit when I get there. Makes the whole device a bit pointless for me now.

[@PhilUKNet]

@@rover1374 It was a strange decision. There were some significant improvements over the first model, but they deleted a useful feature. To be honest, though. I almost never have a need to deflate tyres. I was disappointed that the second one didn't have a bleed valve, but it hasn't been a big issue.

[@rover1374]

@@PhilUKNet I have wanted to deflate many times after getting my car back from a service or having new tyres installed and they over inflate. Also very handy for track days as you want your tyres 6-8 psi less than what you’d run driving to the track on normal roads. There are plenty of gauges around for $30 that can deflate and check psi. Just annoying to have to buy a separate device to deflate and inflate and use two instead of one. I hear the Ryobi 18V inflator is very accurate and also deflates. This makes it even more convenient as it is battery powered so no need to plug it in to the ciggy lighter etc.

[@PhilUKNet]

@@rover1374 Good points. I don't do any track days or off-roading, but when other people inflate the tyres, they are always overinflated. Michelin realised their mistake and reintroduced the bleed valve with the later model.

[@mgsalmon79]

Hi Phil. I’m interested in either the 2nd or 3rd generation of these models. Clearly the 3rd is the better unit but I was hoping to keep mine in the wheel well with my spare tyre. How much smaller is the 2nd gen compared to the 3rd?

[@PhilUKNet]

Quite a lot, actually, in terms of both size and weight. The first and second are a portable size, suitable for being stored in the car. The third one is a bit of a beast. It's the kind of thing that would be kept permanently in a repair shop. If I go on a trip and want to take an inflator, I'll take the second one, not the third one.

[@mgsalmon79]

@@PhilUKNet Thats great. I would’ve preferred the bigger 3rd gen with the bleed valve but I want to keep it in the car for emergencies, so I’ve ordered the 2nd gen version. Thanks for the advice.

[@PhilUKNet]

@mgsalmon79 I don't know why they deleted the bleed valve on the 2nd model (the 1st model had one) - probably cost saving. Anyway, pleased to see it reinstated with the 3rd version. The 2nd version is a good choice to keep in the car, as the latest one is a bit too big.