I came across this very informative Step By Step video and thought to add it here.
https://youtu.be/dAKIuSjPXxA
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I came across this very informative Step By Step video and thought to add it here.
https://youtu.be/dAKIuSjPXxA
The tools he used to do this are at this site
https://www.revzilla.com/motion-pro?...s|409|25040070
So many of us have problems finding a place that will do this and if you do you have to figure out how to get both your tire and Spyder there. I am ordering these tools to start changing and balancing my own.
Total price with free shipping for everything is 170.97 plus the weights.
A video that shows you how to change a MOTORCYCLE tire on a MOTORCYCLE wheel /rim may not be the best Video for you / us ...... The Spyder rims are CAR " J " type rims ........... so go back to U-tube and watch how it's done on a CAR tire ....... and those tools you are looking at can be had a lot less expensive and if they are..... CAR tire tools more useful ..........good luck ...... Mike :thumbup:
I dont think the procedure would be any different but I will find out soon enough the way I burn tires. I only have 1700 miles on my OEM rear and the center is already hit the raised indicator.
It will also give me a chance to replace those stock valve stems with metal ones that are easier to get to. The front tires valve stems on the new spyders are so short you can barely get ahold of them much less put your FOBO on. FOBO also recommends metal valve stems.
I already ordered the tools. It did not look that difficult. What made it easier was he heated the rubber pretty good. On my ST , I did 2 changes. I removed and installed the rear wheel myself and took it to the dealer for them to mount the tire. All I can do is give it a go and Ill let you all know how it went.
I found this video that also was helpful, This guy BTW makes some awsome video tutorials on Basecamp as well.
https://youtu.be/1y__tB6_rRM
I use that same set up. I made me a Teflon block to use to brake the bead so not to mess up the rim. Also I have 3 Teflon blocks that mount on the pieces that holds the rim in place while removing the tire. I have a bar similar to his, but made by a different guy. I like his bar better.
David
Actually, method 1 looked easier to me than using the Harbor Freight thing.
Here is one that will give you all a chuckle. Anyone here ever use gorilla tape to mount a tire?
https://youtu.be/IeoMTg7bxvw
We tried a lot of various tools to change tires. Four letter words, damaged rims and general frustration with what should be a straightforward task led us to invest in the right tool for the job:
I have been to JCthorne's shop and he has top end everything. Very impressive shop and he is very knowledgeable about everything pertaining to Spyders. I just wish someone like him lived closer to me. :thumbup:
I ordered those tools yesterday and got them today already. Wow that is a record for free shipping!