A good tip is to ALWAYS stand the tire vertically (on the rubber, not the rim) so that if anything bad were to happen, the rim/tire would blow out sideways and away from your face. With the tire laying rim side up, bits of tire or rim would fly at your face.
I do recomend slime automotive tubless sealent. I've seen a lot of people do without but for me in my stock vega I've personally probably had the sealant seal up like 8 punctures. It also helps seal up the bead against the rim to reduce slow leaking.
I've mountain biked for 13 years. I'd personally use slime automotive tubeless sealent. It's thicker and lasts longer without drying up. But I do use orange and stans on my mountain bike. They are thinner and work well on MTB tires because the rubber is much thinner on MTB tires than Kart tires.
Thanks, this vid was just what I needed. I'm only 155 lbs and managed to change my own tire (though I did struggle a bit at some points) so I would encourage anyone watching to at least give it a try, rather than taking it in to a tire shop. Despite riding for 6+ months, this was my first time opening up a OW. I wish you had shown a little more detail on how to remove the plugs, you stated that we should remove them carefully but don't show how it should be done. I ended up watching this video: ruclips.net/video/mvYwKyLpYgU/видео.html which helped a lot in that regard, though there seemed to be slight variations between the OW+ and the OW+XR. For other first timers reading this: the two middle plugs have two sections, a top and a bottom. The top part should turn left about a quarter turn, then grab the base of the plug and pull, it should slide right out. For the outer plugs, slide the white plastic piece 'down' (away from the plug), this should allow the black piece to be pressed 'down' (into the plug) which while pressed will allow you to remove the entire plug. Even with the black piece pressed, it still took some effort to remove these, especially the biggest one. The only other critique I have is I wish you had listed the steps at the end again so I didn't have to search through the video. All in all, great vid! Subbed for more OneWheel stuff!
The overall shape of the tire is different which changes the ride altogether. The riding surface of the Vega is flat, whereas the Hoosier is curved. In my opinion this provides a more aggressive ride and much more freedom. Not to mention that the fact the Hoosier is treaded will definitely provide a better grip on certain surfaces. Hope this helps.
Jay Wes I would get comfortable with the basics of riding the board before changing the tire. Doing this will cut down on the time it takes you to get used to the board with a Hoosier. Just my opinion.
Well my Vega tire is crooked, wobbly af! Future Motion said that’s normal. If that’s the case, these go cart tires are not perfect for this purpose. These machines that ride on one wheel need a tire that is pretty close to perfect. I want see someone compare the Hoosier slick to the Vega
Jefferson Cox you do not need to remove the entire stem, just unscrew the valve enough to release the pressure and allow the air to escape. That’s it. Hope that helps.
Here you go, it's just a standard dirt bike stand. Hope this helps. www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/lifts-stands/dirt-bike-stand-67151.html
Honestly, the most difficult part was getting the second half of the new tire back on the wheel. But, as you can see in the video, when I used my knee as a 3rd point of contact, it became immensely easier.
In my experience there is nothing at all wrong with the OEM fender. It is VERY durable. I've had it on my XR since I got it back in March and it is still going strong. If you're doing anything other than commuting, you run the risk of scratching it all up, which is exactly why I won't use one the custom carbon fiber fenders. They are just too expensive and nice looking to be all chipped up. Anyhow, hope this helps.
I can't speak for others, but in my case the Vega tire had less than 100 miles on it and was basically new. So cutting it off wouldn't have made sense.
@@c0pyimitati0n bro ive had my onewheel for over a year and ive changed the tire 3 times now. the 1st time i did it i removed bith pads but after that i realized theres no need to remove to back pad. i literally just did it yesterday and i didnt even touch the back pad. front pad is all that needs to be removed
@@pyramidsarethefuture1587 lol duh 🤦♂️ It's early and I'm mad baked The back pad doesn't need touched, all the connections are under the front footpad 🤣
A good tip is to ALWAYS stand the tire vertically (on the rubber, not the rim) so that if anything bad were to happen, the rim/tire would blow out sideways and away from your face. With the tire laying rim side up, bits of tire or rim would fly at your face.
I do recomend slime automotive tubless sealent. I've seen a lot of people do without but for me in my stock vega I've personally probably had the sealant seal up like 8 punctures. It also helps seal up the bead against the rim to reduce slow leaking.
This was my thought. Like a car tire it should have a time sealant in the tire first imo
That lock tight is known to eat away the plastic around the screws bro just a heads up. Good video!
Thanks for the heads up.
Is there an alternative that won't?
Use soapy water. Not windex. Awesome video
The factory puts sealent in the tire. I would put orange seal MTB sealant to make sure you don't get a flat.
I have filled it with the same amount of Slime that they used at the factory. You can pick it up on Amazon for under $10
Bay Area FPV - Can you post the link to the sealant that you used? I think I’m going to breakdown and make the tire switch.
@@visuals.by.pereira Hi Chris, here's the link amzn.to/2CvYwIf
I've mountain biked for 13 years. I'd personally use slime automotive tubeless sealent. It's thicker and lasts longer without drying up. But I do use orange and stans on my mountain bike. They are thinner and work well on MTB tires because the rubber is much thinner on MTB tires than Kart tires.
I have handy Vaseline and Lithium grease for a tractor? What do you guys recommend?
Thanks, this vid was just what I needed. I'm only 155 lbs and managed to change my own tire (though I did struggle a bit at some points) so I would encourage anyone watching to at least give it a try, rather than taking it in to a tire shop.
Despite riding for 6+ months, this was my first time opening up a OW. I wish you had shown a little more detail on how to remove the plugs, you stated that we should remove them carefully but don't show how it should be done. I ended up watching this video: ruclips.net/video/mvYwKyLpYgU/видео.html which helped a lot in that regard, though there seemed to be slight variations between the OW+ and the OW+XR. For other first timers reading this: the two middle plugs have two sections, a top and a bottom. The top part should turn left about a quarter turn, then grab the base of the plug and pull, it should slide right out. For the outer plugs, slide the white plastic piece 'down' (away from the plug), this should allow the black piece to be pressed 'down' (into the plug) which while pressed will allow you to remove the entire plug. Even with the black piece pressed, it still took some effort to remove these, especially the biggest one.
The only other critique I have is I wish you had listed the steps at the end again so I didn't have to search through the video.
All in all, great vid! Subbed for more OneWheel stuff!
Thank you. I will take your recommendations into consideration for future videos.
558822zz wow thanks for all the details. My 1st tire replacement tire Today! Excited ordered a Hoosier 1190D25 threaded upgrade tire
Does the tire kick up rocks more than the slick version
I can’t say for sure as I’ve always had a fender on and now have a Flight Shield blocking any debris.
What are the advantages of this tire compared to the stock Vega?
The overall shape of the tire is different which changes the ride altogether. The riding surface of the Vega is flat, whereas the Hoosier is curved. In my opinion this provides a more aggressive ride and much more freedom. Not to mention that the fact the Hoosier is treaded will definitely provide a better grip on certain surfaces. Hope this helps.
@@BayAreaFPV Do you think it's advisable to acclimate to the board on stock tire for awhile before switching to this one?
Jay Wes I would get comfortable with the basics of riding the board before changing the tire. Doing this will cut down on the time it takes you to get used to the board with a Hoosier. Just my opinion.
Well my Vega tire is crooked, wobbly af! Future Motion said that’s normal. If that’s the case, these go cart tires are not perfect for this purpose. These machines that ride on one wheel need a tire that is pretty close to perfect. I want see someone compare the Hoosier slick to the Vega
What size are the bolts that hold the wheel assembly in place?
better than a motorcycle tire fo sho
Do you need a tire valve stem puller to do this install?
Jefferson Cox you do not need to remove the entire stem, just unscrew the valve enough to release the pressure and allow the air to escape. That’s it. Hope that helps.
I have a OW XR and fly FPV and work in the Bay Area! We should get together and OW and FPV!
Do you have to put in any sort of tubless sealant or no
It doesn’t hurt to use a little green slime.
Tip, use a 2x4 and step on it. That will release ur struggle.
How do you like the 5.5 hoosier?
I really like this tire. I do have the new FlightFins Hoosier that I will be installing when this one reaches it’s end.
why didnt you go with the 6.5 treaded hoosier if i can ask?
Where did you get the stool you use when changing the tire please?
Here you go, it's just a standard dirt bike stand. Hope this helps.
www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/lifts-stands/dirt-bike-stand-67151.html
Damn! That looks like a pain in the ass! I think I’ll just take mine to Goodyear.
Honestly, the most difficult part was getting the second half of the new tire back on the wheel. But, as you can see in the video, when I used my knee as a 3rd point of contact, it became immensely easier.
Can you send the link for the slick version of this tire
Here you go... www.jegs.com/i/Hoosier/522/22550R60/10002/-1
Does it need to be balanced.
It does not need to be balanced.
How’s the oem fender? I hear bad things but fuck dude, the other ones are are $200
In my experience there is nothing at all wrong with the OEM fender. It is VERY durable. I've had it on my XR since I got it back in March and it is still going strong. If you're doing anything other than commuting, you run the risk of scratching it all up, which is exactly why I won't use one the custom carbon fiber fenders. They are just too expensive and nice looking to be all chipped up. Anyhow, hope this helps.
I lose traction with my stock tire in the grass consistently (slides around when traversing slopes). Is aftermarket tire the way to go?
The treaded Hoosier will definitely provide more traction on the grass.
is the thread locker necessary?
William Bacino There were traces of thread locker on the screws from the factory so I figured it couldn’t hurt.
How did you remember which screws went where?
He used his brain. Try it.
@@WhiskeyToro dick
What? no balancing? Good work!
Thanks
awesome!
Thanks! Hope you found it helpful.
nice job
Thanks. It was easier than I expected it to be.
why does no one just cut the old tire off. Like with a knife. simple incision all the way around instead of several minutes fighting getting it off.
I can't speak for others, but in my case the Vega tire had less than 100 miles on it and was basically new. So cutting it off wouldn't have made sense.
@@BayAreaFPV yeah I get that. I just see alot of vids where they are taking old beat up tires of.. And sure why cut a perfectly good tire off
Well the bead is a wire bead lol good luck
Good vid. fyi, "Hoosier" is pronounced with two syllables: who-zure. Not with three (who-zee-er) like you were saying. Think Indiana.
Yeah, funny thing is I knew that, yet still for some odd reason pronounced it like I did... Oh well.
I don’t understand how you broke the bead. No. Idea.
Curl inwards while pushing down with all your weight.
You absolutely *DO NOT* need to unplug the yellow foot pad sensor..
I was wondering why he did that
you really only have to disassemble the front pad. you dont even have tontouch the back
@@pyramidsarethefuture1587 to take off a tire? You absolutely need to remove the back footpad. You have to unplug the two motor sensor connectors
@@c0pyimitati0n bro ive had my onewheel for over a year and ive changed the tire 3 times now. the 1st time i did it i removed bith pads but after that i realized theres no need to remove to back pad. i literally just did it yesterday and i didnt even touch the back pad. front pad is all that needs to be removed
@@pyramidsarethefuture1587 lol duh 🤦♂️ It's early and I'm mad baked
The back pad doesn't need touched, all the connections are under the front footpad 🤣
Changing out wheels is harder than it looks...lol.
who's ear? ;)
("Hoo-sure")
Yeah, funny thing is I knew that, not really sure why the hell I said hoo-si-er