How To Change A Motorcycle Tire

[@balitarolo]

I watched this on my offline smart phone alone at end of the Earth: mongolia. And my first motorcycle tire changing was success. Thanks a lot

[@zoltancsikos5604]

Balazs Kobalov Kovacs Mongolia? Awesome.

[@0xbitbybit]

Haha awesome, that's why I'm watching too, planning on a trip like that, wanna know how to do this very well BEFORE I get out there!

[@mikeankeenamikeankeena9267]

thank you this allowed me to repair my sons tube that i have been fighting for a while now... yep im just a mom and with this video was able to successfully change his tube thank you!!

[@NorthSwing]

You're an awesome mom!! Happy Mother's Day!

[@mikeankeenamikeankeena9267]

+RideOrDiiie thank u so much!! :)

[@gnuPirate]

That's some excellent mothering !

[@markman63]

Hmm your son is old enough to ride a motorcycle but can't change his tube?

[@marcosresto544]

MikeanKeena Mikeankeena you're one hot mom!

[@Oldguynotbald]

Dude..I have been riding bikes for over 25 years..You are the boss when it comes to changing a tire. Never seen it done that quick and efficient..I will be doing a clinic on this with our club..Awesome..thanks!!

[@jothain]

That was new tire.

[@bluejack644]

I had a Dirt Rider mag subscription from the early to late 80's. I learned a lot about bikes and riding techniques. I read & reread every word cover to cover many times.

[@flatujalok]

I wrestled with a tire for ages in my garage, and could NOT figure out how to complete it. This was the only video I found that clearly showed how to get the tube in, and align the valve stem, and then get the tire back on. Once I did it exactly as you show here, it was easy peasy. I swear my neighbors almost saw a grown man cry in his garage..... and finally got the darn thing on thanks to this. Thank you!!

[@itube126]

I've always found throwing the tire in the sun for a while helps immensely. Nice video.

[@corivilaltella1242]

Qtety que no se puede hacer más cosas pero no puedo hacer más cosas para que lo tengas

[@michaelyoung9128]

What an amazing video. All these years, struggling with tire mounting/dismounting and one 8 minute video illustrates the error of my ways. And it works for the most stubborn of tire/tube combinations, big or small, fat of thin, bicycle or motorbike The secret sauce in your method is just the right amount of air in the tube. Thanks.

[@Edubbcamaraman]

I’m really glad there’s all these videos with tire changing stations. Change one on the ground like most of us fool. Make that video.🤷‍♂️

[@someguy5035]

Yeah, seems like most of these videos are just dudes showing off their tire stand. This video will come in super handy when I get a flat in the middle of nowhere and I can just pull out my tire stand.

[@jonamos1506]

You forgot to add cussing and throwing tools. Most important patches. Thanks for the video. As for a tire stand as someone else commented I just use a long screwdriver in a vice and toss a small square scrap board with a hole in it over the screwdriver as a base.

[@extorquepro123]

That's a genius idea man. I'm a little late to comment, but god damn I gotta try that!

[@valkyrieguy]

Might work fine for an MX tire. For a 16" mid-size cruiser wheel, I bent an old 7/16" shaft Stanley made-in-USA screwdriver over 80 degrees.

[@wine_country_moto]

Thanks for this video. I’m changing my first tire myself and I’m sure my neighbors think I’m having a mental break down in my garage. This video is helping me a lot.

[@colinbayman1310]

Finally a video of someone changing a tyre the right way.

[@johnmcelroy8184]

Outstanding ! Finally a video of someone who knows what he is doing and keeps it simple. The way it should be all around.

[@philfrog100]

wow that`s one soft Tyre , every Tyre i have changed seams to made of the hardest rubber ever invented . :)

[@nicown1337]

Agree :) 10 inch tyres WORST

[@pr0h4ck3r2]

****Tire

[@DustySquitoNM]

Set them out in the sun to warm up. Or, if the tire is still usable, take the bike for a spin around the block to put a lot of heat in the tire. It makes it SO much easier to change.

[@pauloconnor7951]

@@DustySquitoNM plus soapy water. Get some longer tyre levers too. I feel for you mate. I had to use an old fork leg on the tyre lever; the rubber was so hard. (winter perhaps)

[@skualpascal6684]

in cold place: use hot air gun

[@MrAmf4me]

I don't know how people can give you a thumbs down, I think it is a good instructional video. GREAT JOB

[@jchock7503]

Putting the inner tube into the tire first and then only fitting both into the rim, is the right method to use. Using dish washing liquid as a lubricant is also a must to effectively help the tires to fit onto the rim. Thank you for freely sharing your expertise with others.

[@mcbrite]

He literally tells you why that's a bad idea...

[@marlonbrando9279]

I return to this video every time a change a tyre 😊

[@zmike9831]

this is among the best video tutorials that exist, but, he really needs to demonstrate this on a old tire. that tire looks flexible af compared to the old ones im used to working with.

[@justgjt]

Can you please do a video of changing a Shinko 705 21" tubless tyre onto a tube rim with a HD tube and then messing around getting the bead to seat.

[@deej19142]

I changed the rear tire on my 2006 KLX 250s Dual Sport on Monday, and it was a tough one. It had been a couple of years since I changed a tire and it took me 2 hours, and according to this video I did at least 4 things wrong. WOW! Putting the tube inside the tire before getting one side of the tire on the rim....DOH! Now I know. I'm saving this video in my favorites. The Kenda Trackmaster II is a really stiff tire as well as the Kenda Extra Heavy Duty tubes which are 3 times as thick as normal tubes, man it was a bear to get on. I'm glad I don't have to mess with rim locks, my bike doesn't have enough power with my weight to ever spin a tire, 17,000 miles and I've never had a flat tire. Thanks for this video.

[@RealMe-sd9nm]

I like your method of putting the inner tube into the tire first before trying to install both the inner tube and the tire back onto the wheel. It makes putting the tube valve back onto the rim much easier. Half inflating the inner tube before putting it back onto the wheel was another great tip.

[@Rayvn67]

'and you smell nice and fresh' perfection. Was not expecting that and it made me chuckle. This was an exceptional training video, and I've trained a lot of people. Thank you, this increased my confidence in self recovery greatly.

[@kjmdiy]

wow, i wish i had the bead buddy today, i just spent over an hour to change my rear tire on my 300xc. Great video and tips, you make it look so easy!

[@9drewbreez]

+kjmdiy I bought a cr250 at night and found out the next day the rear tire was dry rotted

[@sledwrench04]

Thanks! Struggled with a tire till I watched this. Much better way than I knew before.

[@RickWaterman2112]

Best video on changing tire I've seen. Well done. Thanks!

[@shrubitup]

This is a really good video with high video and audio quality and a great instructor. No other video shows the important details like this one.

[@skyliner33alb]

Thank you helped me a lot! Your techniques enabled me to successfully remove and change my tyre at home. Thank you

[@robertwoods2505]

When you set the Bead Buddy, place a spoon or spoons to the left of it and when you get to where the tire gets tight, just lift them up. This is especially helpful for the amateur tire changer. I've put in as many as three spoons in to make it really easy.

[@jdkrxw]

Best tube type m/c tire change video on YT.

[@MrGrimtech]

Thanks so much for such a clear and well filmed video. Watched it 20 times, then cracked on! Two fresh tyres on my wheels with no damge to the rims, no damage to the tools, and no pinches on to the tubes. Thanks!!!

[@jasonparker3920]

Mate , absolute legend 👌👌 I tried this way and it was easy . I've struggled for years Thankyou 👍👍

[@ABRock07]

Thank you so much! I'm restoring a crf I had with my old buddy, who died about 6 years ago. Means a lot.

[@asuban]

Thanks for these videos! I'm a dirt bike beginner and have done all the maintenances myself just from youtube videos and my bike's manual. These are really helpful.

[@dirtridermagazine]

Thats awesome to hear! Also let us know if there are any other "how to's" you would want to see in the future. Thanks!

[@DustySquitoNM]

I like your way of doing the tube and tire all in one go. Beats the hell out of scraping your knuckles trying to fish the valve stem through the rim with the tire already half on.

[@signguyxxx]

This video saved my life!!!! ...not really but it sure helped me to change my own dirt bike tires finally! It really just takes practice. Changing my own tire was hell at first but now its no big deal at all. Just make sure to use plenty of soapy water and remember to keep that tire off the bead on the opposite side you are working on.

[@locbrian1]

Very good instruction and video, now I'm going to finish my project put my two new tires on my dirt bike Thanks so much for make life easier

[@AndrewBoundy]

Watched 10 times. Just did my first one. Worked out OK. I don't have a nice stand so used an old tire. Motion Pro spoons and a mini bead buddy. It was a Maxxis Desert IT rear 120-18, pretty much the toughest tire there is as far as I know. Thanks for the video!!

[@bikenband]

Thank you thank you thank you for posting this video. Using this video, I just finished mounting both front and rear Sedona tires, which are notoriously hard to mount, on my CRF450. Just do it exactly how the man says, take your time and save $80.

[@TheIdlesurfer]

Didn't quite use your technique but it sure helped. The easiest tyre change I've done. Practicing on a gash 18" rear wheel with a solid Avon Trail tyre and I guess the takeaway was patience and steady progress. Cheers, pal.

[@schwags1969]

I have done it before however I like your method better than mine. Well done.

[@writehandman2833]

You just made my life much easier. Worked like a charm!

[@davidkeeton6716]

A tire stand that brings it up so you are not bent over getting sore doing what can be an aggravating job a lot easier. Get 3 good spoons, all kinds of styles, and the bead buddy helps too. Just keep it all in the box the stand comes in along with the baby powder and spray bottle with dawn and water and a valve stem insert tool and maybe even the Allen wrench the stand needs for assy. It's all together and takes all the searching for this and that stress out of it. Great video here, lots of suttle style tips, watch close.

[@69adrummer]

I'm a new(er) rider and I have yet to change my own. Thank you guys for this video!! Well done, clear and easy to understand!

[@9drewbreez]

+69adrummer What do you ride

[@DelMotoVidss]

+69adrummer Yeah they always make good tutorials helped me out a lot through the years

[@9drewbreez]

DelMotoVids What do you drive too

[@DelMotoVidss]

Avenger 21 Hey dude at the moment i am riding a 04 yz450f and if all goes to plan i will soon own a cr500af aswel what do you ride

[@9drewbreez]

DelMotoVids 2002 cr250

[@triggerhappy77707]

Great video my friend. Ive worked at an automotive/tire store for a year so I feel like I shouldnt have to look up a video a dirtbike tire, but im glad I did so I can be confident that I know what im doing. Thank you sir!

[@C_ntSlayer91]

This scares me 😂

[@sigurd2498]

This tire looks so soft. Its not always this easy

[@joeyR1CBR1000RR]

sigurd2498 I think he may have had a little help from heating the tyre up, unless the temperature is already 30 degrees celcius or more, im trying at the moment in tasmania, is only about 12 degrees and this bastard aint going no where unless i destroy the rim, time to get the heat gun out

[@rhllnm]

My recent Shinko 244 tube type rear is in the garage 3/4 of the way on the rim and will not go any further. I'm thinking my heavy duty tube is taking up too much room inside so the tire can't slip down into the center of the rim. And now it's 40 degrees F outside so I have to wait for warm weather to take it off and switch tubes. Argh.

[@SD-co5sv]

@@rhllnm Heat the tire with a heat gun or a hair dryer. Also, use plenty of lube. In our shop we use Dawn mixed with water in a spray bottle. SOAK HER DOWN!!! I install heavy duty tubes for our customers all the time. Much harder to work with for sure but the tube isn't stopping the tire from being spooned on. Opposite side of the tire where you are spooning needs to be pushed down into the center of the rim. Kneel on it or get someone to stand on it. Once again, SOAK HER DOWN with lube inside and out of the tire.

[@jimmadonna1436]

The tire has been heated and is more plyable

[@devangarcia3119]

I think I lost about 5 pounds sweating trying to take my tire off then the tube an the tire I almost had a mental break down 😂😂😂😂😂

[@JumpingWatermelons]

Thank you. This was much better than other videos I've seen. helped my get my tire back off and then on again after I pinched the tube the first time.

[@ButtonBrand]

Excellent instruction. My question is why people have hit the dislike on this video? Could it be traders that don't want us to do it ourselves?

[@markmathews6876]

I remember teaching my young fella how to change his tyres , I came down to the shed one time & he was fixing his tyre & I heard all the F's & C's coming out of him & thought I might leave him to it , we still laugh about that . he did get the hang of it after a while

[@WanderingSword]

could you please explain to Americans what the "C" stands for? is it cat?

[@rchydrozz751]

During the summer months. I would leave the tire out in the sun for a while to soften up the rubber. It made it a little easier to change. Every little bit helps. After a few years, it was much easier to drop it off at the local shop in the morning, and pick it up in the after noon. Worth every dollar when you get older.

[@joeblow7868]

Did a used $5 dirt tire (super stiff) on the rear 1972 Yamaha XS650 rim on the garage floor with 2 Craftsman orange plastic coated crescent wrenches...aahhh those were the days.....took a grinder and took off the nubs hitting the frame..off to the track!

[@claytonlafave4111]

This guy really knows his way around a bike and mostly works on Honda's my favourite

[@cyrillgebert5631]

That was so comforting to watch. Great skill from this guy!

[@morganbitol8449]

i love your demonstration.. its direct to the point and its easy to understand..

[@fearplug6027]

Thank you so much this just worked on a Dirtbike that I found abandoned since 1980 the tires were extremely hard from the sun and cracked

[@chargerfan2]

I remember doing this out in the middle of nowhere at night in Baja California. I didn't have to time put the new tire on before our trip so my buddy says we can do it at camp. It was cold about 40-50 degrees so we set the tire near our camp fire to warm it up a bit so it wasn't so hard then went for it. We were sweating like crazy doing this even though it was so cold.

[@RideWithTheWolf]

Solved my problem. Couldn't get the stem in because the tire ends wouldn't spread apart enough. I usually get the tire half way on and put the tube in. Put the tube on first :D

[@moyhuerta]

Thanks for great job!!!! Best regards to you from México.

[@designertjp-utube]

Hi! Great Moto Tire Tutorial! Haven't Motocrossed since 1975, but want to keep my "tire changing chops" up in case a neighbor kid asks for help. Really hope you were simply demonstrating a tire change procedure or swapping out a leaking inner tube because I thought that old Knobby Tire was just fine and had plenty of "dirt biting knobby teeth" on it to still blow up berms!

[@adz6973]

Best vid ive seen on replacing a bike tyre

[@vanvanoy]

Thank you Jake. This helped a lot. It was not as easy as you made it look, but it was a lot easier than trying to figure it out on my own.

[@This0is0pointless]

a dunlop is the absolute easiest tire to mount in my opinion,nice job

[@billclinton4344]

And best tire to run in Florida! Love the new mx33s!

[@dianmotorchannel2705]

Thanks, good job, good luck from Indonesia

[@benhuntly2549]

Thanks mate, got it done relatively easily, I need on3 of those stands though

[@mikewest9274]

Thanks for the great video. You obviously have done it a time or two. Nice to see an expert at work.

[@succafool9]

You're the first one that made this seem possible and correct. Thanks for the video!

[@samiam247]

I lube the bead the same as you but if you look at where the bead area contacts the rim as you install it you can see the underside or inside of the bead is where you need to lube as well so it slides off the rim, I dip my fingers in lube and run them under the bead all the way around the tire.

[@phillipglynn7509]

Great Video mate, this was a very easy job after watching, thanks

[@emmaziegler6647]

I have done a lot of tires but put the tube in after fitting the tire back on your way is so much better no sore fingers anymore

[@MishaelUmlor]

Your video was so helpful! Thank you.

[@croexcavator]

Wow 👌👌👌👌 great video, great technique, nicely explained. me when I change the tire - it takes me 1 hour and sometimes I break the tube 😢

[@TNTMOTO]

Great video. After pinching several tubes in a row with all the right tools, I realised i just was not using enough lube. I have not pinched one since.

[@pacocuhh]

TNT Moto what type of lube do you use?

[@TNTMOTO]

francisco padilla dish soap and water in a spray bottle

[@westonwilliams24]

Best I've done on a tire change so far. Thanks

[@rchydrozz751]

In the summer, I leave them out in the sun to soften up the rubber. Makes it a whole lot easier. If you put it in the bed of your truck. The rim can get hot to the touch.

[@realist7190]

Nice job, short, clear and to the point!

[@thezoms9961]

Thank you for showing me how to do the wheel lock properly

[@briantrend1812]

make sure a new tire iron is smoothed with sandpaper. I'm talking about MTB but im here to learn how the big boys DO IT!. I haven't had a dirt bike since the 80's so at 68 I'm hoping to get a Honda crf 250.

[@corymacdonald383]

I've watched lots of videos and bought the motion pro spoons and I'm 2 for 2 pinched tubes on the back tire. I can change the front with no issue. My bike has 2 rim locks on the back rim.

[@baykay9559]

Outstanding how-to video. Great explanations and do’s & don’t’s. Thanks!

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

My man you make it look easy...

[@onthepegs]

THX, best tutorial so far - watched like 10 others over the years already :)

[@chrispewkreme]

He makes it look so easy…. I’m sitting here sweating in my yard fuckim around with levers and spoons. It takes me nearly an hour to get one tire swapped, at least for supermoto. Dirts are a touch easier but dammnnn not easy.

[@jameswilson2423]

Great videography I am learning thank you for saving me money.

[@brittenv1000]

Man you've done that before! I'm waiting for my 2nd new tube to arrive!

[@bhenderson7651]

Don't pull tire iron past straight up and you won't pinch the tube

[@elijahmcgaugh2015]

Awesome tire video of the year

[@normandavies8317]

Great demonstration! What make is the stand you are using? Thanks!!

[@darrenpaulmaddox6781]

its soft cos he got heaters. just give your tyre a hot bath. saves looking everywhere for your tools and fingers afterwards. also if you dont want to scratch your wheels tape your screwdrivers/crowbars with masking tape and rim with see through tape cos its slippery when wet. tape will hold out the 1st go if quick enough. good video i'd love a decent shed/workshop

[@belenalvarez7095]

hola

[@beejoutbush3322]

Thanks mate. From 🇦🇺

[@massoudzadeh3394]

Great job, most people don't have the stand. Can you do it with no wheel stand?

[@wayfaringoverlander]

This guy is a genius

[@TACTICALGRASSHOPPER]

Best video yet! Thanks a lot!

[@shakessld]

Great tips! wish i had watch it BEFORE fighting my tire.......

[@northrockboy]

i was given a tub of tire paste (automotive) soapy water isn't good enough for older hard tires now its a breeze - plus you need good spoons - went thru 3 sets till i found right ones

[@OscarHawk1975]

great great video! thanks for share, helps me a lot

[@bryansnewandused]

My rim clamp tire machine make fast work of these. Clamp the sprocket and wind the hole tire on at once. You got to be carefull spinning it on. Time you made this video Id had it off and on the bike. I hate taking there money its so simple.. The front tires are a little tricky on a dirt bike. My customers are impressed every time I do it..It takes longer to get it off the bike than changing it..

[@vitorarbex]

This video is just awesome, shame I can´t up vote it twice. Every time I disassembly a tire I just have to take a look at it again. Pro stuff.

[@ZJ78]

za duża dętka to prawie pewne przetarcie po kilkuset kilometrach ponieważ dętka pracuje w oponie. Czasem złe zamontowanie powoduje, że zrobi się fałda nawet na dedykowanej dętce, zagniecenie, jeśli dodamy mało talku w oponie to kaplica. Uwaga również na szczypiące felgi i opony oraz mocowania szprych. W oponach typu mitas C2 warto też zaiwestować w trzymaki - niskie ciśnienie w oponie ( ja miałem 0,8 Atmosfery) w terenie to prawdziwe złoto ale zdarzyło mi się że opona obróciła się na feldze i uszkodziła mocowanie wentyla. to samo stanie się z za małą dętką - jest prawdopodobieństwo że nie będzie wystarczająco dolegać do fali i obróci.

[@AmirSaleemShah]

Nice easy and fast idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@allans7281]

Good video how do you make sure you don’t scratch the rim with the spoons?

[@bruho3556]

I struggle and struggle with this. But all the tutorials I watch look easy. My current tire just DOESN'T WANT TO GO ON.

[@strangeuniverse1199]

Large tires like these, well I would leave it to a professional.

[@johnbriggs5379]

I have always used the babies powder in the tire to give the tube a bit of slippery, I also use the same powder rather than a solid or liquid lube to help with getting the tire bead over the rim.

[@AmoneyC]

Can I get a bit of slipppery

[@JamesCarter-ii4up]

Great job... thank you for being there Brother.. thank you