10-19-2023, 02:25 PM
Biggest challenge for me when changing tires is to get the old one off the rim, rear tire of course being the more difficult one. I have fabricated a 6 feet long lever “tool” from 2x4 wood, which after some huffing, puffing and cursing helps me break the bead. Instead of soap, I use a deliberate amount of silicone spray, which also helps when removing the tire next time.
I do my own balancing, long time ago I bought a balancing kit which includes the attachment for BMW rear rims, some independent tire shops don’t have that. However, after recent front tire replacement, I decided it was the last one I did myself, no more at my age (77).
I do my own balancing, long time ago I bought a balancing kit which includes the attachment for BMW rear rims, some independent tire shops don’t have that. However, after recent front tire replacement, I decided it was the last one I did myself, no more at my age (77).
BMW R1200RS for touring, Royal Enfield Int 650 for rural and secondary roads.