sealey tyre changer

fastfrank

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Just fitted new rear tyre on R3 felt a bit hard to get over wheel rim i kept opposite side of tyre in center of wheel as i thought this was correct any tips would be appreciated
 
I can't speak for fastfrank but what works for me is a huge c-clamp to break the bead and then tire irons and Windex for the rest of it. If it's too tough to get off I'll cut it off.
 
RocketEd said:
I can't speak for fastfrank but what works for me is a huge c-clamp to break the bead and then tire irons and Windex for the rest of it. If it's too tough to get off I'll cut it off.
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Yup, but it looked like he was struggling to get the new one ON , not the old off....
The usual advice is to pay someone to do it
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Exactly! :lol:
 
For the rear you're better off taking it to a car tire shop that has pneumatic equipment to change tires on alloy rims. The latest car rims are soft as butter (like the Rocket's) so the new machines press the tire on rather than stretch it on. For a few bucks and a promise to ride the bike in to show the final product will get you your tire fitted in most independent shops. I balance my own (I have a static balancer) so you're on your own with that one. Good luck.
 
Changed mine on the Roadster yesterday. Same story - no biggie except I struggle with getting the second side off. Had to get out the Dremel and cut the bead again.

I can understand those of you who pay to have it done, but my case may be a little different. I live in the boonies (thankfully) and I can easily change the tire in less time than it would take me to drive somewhere to have somebody else do it (if I could find someone to do it), wait around while they do it, and drive back home. And since both mufflers have to be removed on the Roadster, I shudder to think what a bike shop would charge if I just rode the bike in.

GOOD tire irons are your friend.
 
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