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Old 02-11-2017, 04:56 PM   #21
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Originally Posted by jbfla View Post
Tire changing isn't all fun and games.

Besides tire irons, and lube, you might need rim protectors, and a wire gadget to pull the tire valve through the hole in the rim, and a method of "breaking" the bead.

And then there is the possibility of "pinching" a tube, and you need to start over.

It can be very frustrating.

There used to be a shop in north GA that would mount and balance a new tire, off the bike, for $15....not any more.

If I could get it done for that now, I would.

If you think you will be motorcycling long term, you might want to buy a tire changing machine.

You can buy one on your own or go in together with some riding buddies.

Some local riding groups have a tire machine for the group.

Or ask around and you may find someone that has a tire machine that will mount a tire for a six pack of his favorite brew.

This one has has paid for itself over the years.




However, since I don't have a permanent place to set it up, I find that I regularly pull out the tire irons, instead.

jb
Thats way to flash.........
I use a old 14' alloy car rim with a bit of hose split
& glues on the rim edge to protect the wheel..


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