800GS - front TUBE on back wheel?

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zebra

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Have heard that in an emergency, 1 front tube (21") can be carried as a spare, and then used either on the front, for which it is designed) or on the back wheel, which has a smaller circumfernce.

Is this safe?
would it affect the speed at which the bike could be ridden (back) on tar stretches?
any risks?
any tips and tricks?

Cheers

 
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