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tyre changing
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 11:28 am
by RogerRust
Is it possible to DIY I have a couple of motorcycle tyre levers, or is it better to leave it to the "experts"
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 12:25 pm
by rayofleamington
It is very possible on Minor rims (I've done it), but not on modern tubeless rims.
You are more likely to scratch and chip the rim using tyre levers, and as you can normally get it done for £5 cash it's not usually worth the blood sweat and tears.
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 1:15 pm
by bmcecosse
Yes - I change my tyres regularly - using two levers about 12" long. When putting back on - be sure to use some hand cleaner on the rims as lubricant.
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 7:35 pm
by Alec
hello Roger,
the procedure is realtively easy, but you will need something to break the bead away from the rim. Once the bead is broken, push, with your foot, one side of the tyre bead hard into the wheel well and simultaneously lever up the opposite side over the rim. Ease the tyre over the rim all the way round, then turn the wheel over and lever the other side over the rim. Here a rubber mallet is useful to hammer the rest of the tyre off the rim else lever it off.
Alec
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 8:12 pm
by RogerRust
sounds easy I've got a wheel to refurb so I'll practice taking the tyre off. I can always get it put back onat the shop and balanced later.
Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 9:02 pm
by bmcecosse
It's not always 'easy' - but it can be done ok !
Posted: Wed May 10, 2006 6:01 am
by Alec
Hello Roger,
it is, as long as you can break the bead, that needs a tool to do it, refitting a tyre is also easy.
Alec