I use murphy soap for dismounting and I use Frey lube for mounting . Frey Lube is a grease that does not damage rubber.. It offers lubrication while mounting but it dries to a slight sticky consistency so that the tire won't slip on the bead, yet dismounting years later say on a heavy Truck tire makes it easy. It prevents corrosion on the steel or aluminum rim .
@@sportbiketrackgear I see the Brand of Tire changer that you have .. has the cheapest Model starting at like $2,200.00 going up to $7,000 with more features. Looks like it can do car tires too .
Very good video, I been doing this for quite some time in a motorcycle technician class and alot of things you say I wish I knew before I made all those mistakes myself before lol
Yellow dot indicates lightest point on tire, should be lined up with valve stem, (heaviest point on wheel) red dot indicates lowest point on tire, (run out) should be at highest runout point on wheel, red dot has highest priority.
In my case I need to know how to change the tire on my 18” rim for front of my 2016 gold wing-recommend a manual tire changer. No one within 75 miles from can change it.
I have a shop and a tire machine. Always replace the valve stem if in doubt. I actually keep new valve stems in stock. Nothing worse than mounting a tire and discovering the valve stem is bad
Question is this a specialist motorcycle tyre changing machine or is a normal car tyre machine? I have a draper car tyre changing machine that looks identical to the one in your video i was wondering if that would work obvs I know the balancer won’t
No, this machine can do auto tires as well. On a car tire you clamp the rim from the inside out, bike tire from the outside in when you clamp the rim. - Van
We have adapters on this machine that will allow you to service motorcycle or auto wheels. All of the machines can be a little different so you will want to double check the specs. - Van
Had a new tire put on at a local shop and not long after the tire went flat. I found it leaking at the bead. Is this common? The shop has since closed so I’ll have to take it somewhere else. What could cause this? It’s the exact same tire that I had on there.
You will need to remove the tire to determine the cause of the leak. It is possible they tore the bead when they installed it which would not allow the tire to seal. - Van
Will any tire machine work? I work in a chevy dealership as a tech and we have 2 tire machines... If so I can change my own tires at my job and try out that static balance technique
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks! I was nervous if you would reply to my comment, and I'm happy that you did! I bought this Tire Changer Evo2 12"-21" from Germany, and it looks promising for changing out my own tires. I also bought their tire balancer, and your video motivated me to do it myself. I'm looking forward to placing an order for a set of those tire valve stem by the end of this year. 🥰
Well that really depends on what type of riding you are doing with it. Shoot the team an email to orders@sportbiketrackgear.com and they will run through all the options for you. - Van
Hey, my tire did not pop twice when i was filling it up to set the beads. Does it mean i have to take it off again, and re-fit? Does it always have to clearly pop 2 times after you've fitted it on?
No it does not need to pop. Sometimes the bead seats without the loud pop. The 2 pops were one from each side. Don't worry about the pop - examine the tire and wheel and make sure the tire is in the same position relative to the wheel all the way around on BOTH sides of the tire.
Don't know what bike you have and whether you are referring to the front or back wheel. Generally, you do not need to take a brake disc off as the tire machines are tall enough that the disc does not contact the tire machine table. That is the big difference between a auto tire machine and a motorcycle tire machine, i.e. the distance from the clamps to the table surface to avoid damaging the brake discs or drive pulleys.
Thanks so much! I like your positive attitude and professionalism! My Ninja 250 service manual says to always replace the air valve when changing tires. I can't seem to find much information about this on the internet. Is this necessary? Don't they cost like $15? And, the terminology is confusing me. Is the air valve both the valve stem and the valve core? If I have to replace it, are there different sizes for motorcycles (both the core and the stem)? Also, my service manual uses a certain type of wheel weight. Is it necessary to get OEM weights, or will any do? I know these questions are probably elementary, but this is my first motorcycle. Thanks again!
why is it so important to line the mark up with the valve stem, the reason I ask is I recently had a set fitted and a mate of mine commented that the marks on the tyre didn't line up thanks.
(disclaimer I'm a mechanic) the mark which will often be on cars too is meant to do with the point when the tyre was being manufactured where the 2 ends of the tyre met, its actually not that important and won't make a difference to the tyre, bearing mind I'm probably changing about 10 tyres a day, don't worry about it
2 points. 1 You slide the tyre lever out while its still trapped between the rim and tyre. This can damage the rim. 2. You lube the outer beads but none on the edge inside the tyre. Lube that and it rides over the tyre machine a lot better when you get to the second bead.
If you do not have a machine you should just take the tire into a shop and have it changed. Doing this without a machine will be more trouble than it is worth. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear i thought it was a great video btw. But if someone's comment on RUclips is gonna offend you you're better off not making any videos
@@sportbiketrackgear temporarily 🤣 Honestly its a good video. I didnt even realize im able to do motorcycle tires on my machine. I thought it has to be a motorcycle tire specific machine.
After 2 days of failure on my new tire machine and wasting time and inner tubes I finally did it in 2min after this video. Thank you so much.
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
I use murphy soap for dismounting and I use Frey lube for mounting . Frey Lube is a grease that does not damage rubber.. It offers lubrication while mounting but it dries to a slight sticky consistency so that the tire won't slip on the bead, yet dismounting years later say on a heavy Truck tire makes it easy. It prevents corrosion on the steel or aluminum rim .
Thanks for sharing your tips. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear I see the Brand of Tire changer that you have .. has the cheapest Model starting at like $2,200.00 going up to $7,000 with more features. Looks like it can do car tires too .
Very good video, I been doing this for quite some time in a motorcycle technician class and alot of things you say I wish I knew before I made all those mistakes myself before lol
Thanks for watching and good luck with your career. - Van
The machine makes it pretty easy. With as much as we use it it is the only option that would work.
My brother and i have just bought a tyre changer like this. This video is brilliant. Thank you for uploading.
Happy to hear it was helpful and thanks for watching! - Van
Very well explained and shot. Thanks!
...i like it, easy and smooth no wrestling or bs. Good vid Van
Love this type of video, thanks guys!
You are welcome and thanks for watching!
Very good video, thank you
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
Thank you so much. Very helpful.
You're very welcome! - Van
Yellow dot indicates lightest point on tire, should be lined up with valve stem, (heaviest point on wheel) red dot indicates lowest point on tire, (run out) should be at highest runout point on wheel, red dot has highest priority.
For the brands that offer the dot you should line it up. Some do not put anything on the tire. - Van
That's correct, exactly what my comment explained in detail!
I hate it when people make it look so easy to change a tire, I suck at it. Gotta change one tomorrow though, that's why i'm here.
Good video - I have done loads of tyres like this
Can I use a tire machine with tube tires?..Specifically enduro knobby tire with tubes?..I can't tell if the tube inserted would be in the way
In my case I need to know how to change the tire on my 18” rim for front of my 2016 gold wing-recommend a manual tire changer. No one within 75 miles from can change it.
Sorry I have never changed a tire on that model. - Van
Nice video ,well explained.
Nice
I have a shop and a tire machine. Always replace the valve stem if in doubt. I actually keep new valve stems in stock. Nothing worse than mounting a tire and discovering the valve stem is bad
We have aluminum stems in all of our race wheels now and run them for multiple seasons. - Van
I haven’t heard someone say “jive” in a hot minute 😂
You're welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
How about using on a spoke wheel with a tube? Is the rim too weak to use the machine?
You should still be able to use the machine. - Van
Question is this a specialist motorcycle tyre changing machine or is a normal car tyre machine? I have a draper car tyre changing machine that looks identical to the one in your video i was wondering if that would work obvs I know the balancer won’t
No, this machine can do auto tires as well. On a car tire you clamp the rim from the inside out, bike tire from the outside in when you clamp the rim. - Van
Do you use some special clamps for motorcycles or just the same as with cars?
We have adapters on this machine that will allow you to service motorcycle or auto wheels. All of the machines can be a little different so you will want to double check the specs. - Van
Will a machine like this work for motocross wheel sets? I got custom rims I dont want scratched.
I have never done a moto wheel. - Van
A car tire machine has too much pressure and could potentially bend the wheel. If you can clamp it from the break rotor, then you should be okay.
Had a new tire put on at a local shop and not long after the tire went flat. I found it leaking at the bead. Is this common? The shop has since closed so I’ll have to take it somewhere else. What could cause this? It’s the exact same tire that I had on there.
You will need to remove the tire to determine the cause of the leak. It is possible they tore the bead when they installed it which would not allow the tire to seal. - Van
I use mine at shop pressure with no issues, we run 135psi or so.
Great, clear video.
4.01 Use an approved what???
Will any tire machine work? I work in a chevy dealership as a tech and we have 2 tire machines... If so I can change my own tires at my job and try out that static balance technique
Hey Van, which 90 degree tire valve stem would you recommend?
We sell a ton of the Bike Master, here is a link: www.sportbiketrackgear.com/bikemaster-angled-aluminum-valve-stems/ - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks! I was nervous if you would reply to my comment, and I'm happy that you did! I bought this Tire Changer Evo2 12"-21" from Germany, and it looks promising for changing out my own tires. I also bought their tire balancer, and your video motivated me to do it myself. I'm looking forward to placing an order for a set of those tire valve stem by the end of this year. 🥰
Can you change a mousse on a dirt bike wheel with this machine
Well explain!
What’s the machine clamp onto? The rotor?
The outer edge of the wheel. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear is the clamp plastic? what prevents scratching of a powder coated or anodized rim?
Hey Bryan, what tire do you recommend for my gsxr750? I currently have Bridgestone that came with it.
Well that really depends on what type of riding you are doing with it. Shoot the team an email to orders@sportbiketrackgear.com and they will run through all the options for you. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Komar, comment?
If I clamp it at the rotor will it potentially damage my rotor?
Great videos
3.02 goodbye brake rotor
If the rotor can't take being touched by the tire spoon how do you think it holds up to breaking? Rotor was 100% fine. - Van
HI brother, what brand and model tyre changer is that you're using? looks pretty good quality.
+dennis ryan It is an Atlas TC411. Really great machine, never failed me yet!
thanks man, ill definitely see if i can avail of one here.
No problem!
So will a regular tire machine work for motorcycle tires? I work at a dealership so we have tire machines.
Hey, my tire did not pop twice when i was filling it up to set the beads. Does it mean i have to take it off again, and re-fit? Does it always have to clearly pop 2 times after you've fitted it on?
No it does not need to pop. Sometimes the bead seats without the loud pop. The 2 pops were one from each side. Don't worry about the pop - examine the tire and wheel and make sure the tire is in the same position relative to the wheel all the way around on BOTH sides of the tire.
My service manual says to take the brake disc off when changing a tire. Is this necessary? One should always take the sprocket off, right?
Don't know what bike you have and whether you are referring to the front or back wheel. Generally, you do not need to take a brake disc off as the tire machines are tall enough that the disc does not contact the tire machine table. That is the big difference between a auto tire machine and a motorcycle tire machine, i.e. the distance from the clamps to the table surface to avoid damaging the brake discs or drive pulleys.
Thanks so much! I like your positive attitude and professionalism! My Ninja 250 service manual says to always replace the air valve when changing tires. I can't seem to find much information about this on the internet. Is this necessary? Don't they cost like $15? And, the terminology is confusing me. Is the air valve both the valve stem and the valve core? If I have to replace it, are there different sizes for motorcycles (both the core and the stem)? Also, my service manual uses a certain type of wheel weight. Is it necessary to get OEM weights, or will any do? I know these questions are probably elementary, but this is my first motorcycle. Thanks again!
Thank you Joe, we appreciate the feedback and support!!
why is it so important to line the mark up with the valve stem, the reason I ask is I recently had a set fitted and a mate of mine commented that the marks on the tyre didn't line up thanks.
(disclaimer I'm a mechanic) the mark which will often be on cars too is meant to do with the point when the tyre was being manufactured where the 2 ends of the tyre met, its actually not that important and won't make a difference to the tyre, bearing mind I'm probably changing about 10 tyres a day, don't worry about it
Bustn the bead where the stim is 🚩
You can bust the bead anywhere you like on a bike rim. - Van
personally I would have put on a coat of bead sealer before replacing the tyre your less likely to have bead leaks
If the rim is clean there is no reason the tire should not seal properly. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear but you could argue that if theres a fault with the tyre which sometimes you cant see its like a saftey net
At 4:00 what is it that you want to use? An approved what??
Use a product specifically designed for lubing the bead of a tire when mounting. - Van
👍👍
Thank you for watching! - Van
Mind blown, I work as a tech so I do car tires I didn't know I could do motorcycle tires on the same machine I though it was different lmao
Thanks for watching! - Van
2 points.
1 You slide the tyre lever out while its still trapped between the rim and tyre. This can damage the rim.
2. You lube the outer beads but none on the edge inside the tyre. Lube that and it rides over the tyre machine a lot better when you get to the second bead.
I have only changed thousands of tires just like this. - Van
Yeah like so many of us have a tire machine out back....really? If I had a machine ... I wouldn't be looking up you tube videos
If you do not have a machine you should just take the tire into a shop and have it changed. Doing this without a machine will be more trouble than it is worth. - Van
3:59
An approved whatnow?
An approved compound. If you don't like the video then don't watch it or waste you time making stupid comments. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear dont cry. Its hard to work on tires when you're looking through a veil of tears big boy.
@@sportbiketrackgear i thought it was a great video btw. But if someone's comment on RUclips is gonna offend you you're better off not making any videos
Trying to hide that he's out of breath. How the gym working out for ya
LOL I have a new troll. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear temporarily 🤣
Honestly its a good video. I didnt even realize im able to do motorcycle tires on my machine. I thought it has to be a motorcycle tire specific machine.