Does It Change Honda Goldwing Rear Tire?

[@1young-geezer]

OMG, this was one of the most exhausting to watch Rabaconda demos, holy cow !!!!!!!

[@kevinking3448]

This video made my decision to pay my local shop the $50 they want for mounting and balancing this exact wheel and tire much easier 😂

[@upnorth5465]

Lol as cool as this tire changer is I agree. My local honda shop only charges 25 bucks to change out tires on the rim so Ill gladly pay the small fee.

[@goeddiegreen]

Just bought one of these tools and appreciate the design of the tool which at least mostly justifies the expense. So trawling through the Rabaconda videos for guidance on use, and I come across this video, which shows the demonstrator failing to adhere to one of the instructions shown in most videos they produce and the extensive and well prepared manual that comes with the tool. That instruction is to lube the beads on the way off and the way on. They say failing to do this will damage the tool, the rim or tyre. You can see that the demonstrator failed to put more that a little soapy spray on the first bead to come off. Becaise of this, the friction caused the lever to be dragged off the duck head off and pinged that machined alloy surface of the Goldie's rim and will have dented it for sure. On the second bead he failed to put anything on at all and struggled like a man dragging a stubborn donkey uphill. Again, that tyre lever was bound to leave a mark on those rims. I don't blame other commenters posting here. This dude made it look like hard work. I saw a chap replacing a Harley white wall tyre on another video absolutely perfectly, so big stiff tyres are a breeze if you use the tool correctly.

[@bill4562]

I've never changed tires before. Received my Rabaconda 2 days ago. Changed front and rear tires on my Goldwing. Won't do both tires the same day again. Really wore me out. I figure 2 more times and I'll have the right technique.

[@Rabaconda]

Keep us posted! And if you have any questions about the process, we are happy to help!

[@jcx2bby]

Great job on this. Minimal edits add to the legitimacy.

[@wingandhog]

Good demo. I ride both a Harley and a GoldWing. Both also have Dunlop tires. Changing tires are the one maintenance item I source out, but with the right tools, I would tackle it. I may order one of these.

[@MxStRider]

That was most entertaining. That drop center tool almost got you. But I think if you used the full leverage of that long bead breaker you would have had a much easier time. Got my Rabaconda street tire changer couple of days ago but have yet to unbox it. Time is always an issue. But none the less my friend it will definitely help in my endeavor to change my own tire. Plus it's portable. Good Job. 😂

[@Rabaconda]

Thanks!! Yes, it would have made it easier. I supported the tire changer with my leg, so that reduced the reach of my hand a bit. We're excited to hear how it goes for you!

[@JoelSc14]

Thanks for showing the changer on a tough tire...

[@rodmitchell8787]

When the tire gets really tight, remove any type of drop centre tool as they take up necessary space between the the tire and rim and cause extra tension

[@user-ww6cu4pu5c]

Purchased mine about 5 months ago, used it for the first time today, front and rear, less than half an hour. I read the manual and had watched so many videos that I was a skilled professional with it. TOO EASY! The only thing I would suggest is to upgrade to a ratcheting bead breaker. GREAT TOOL!!!

[@Rabaconda]

Thank you for your feedback!

[@Adam_C_anadian]

Can you show the front tire aswell with the tpms sensor please? Great tutorial... cheers

[@jeffsmith8449]

Okay today I did a my 1500 Goldwing rear tire. Yes I feel the way you do when I was changing my tire completely out of breath at times. Where the holes are for the wheel brake tool are not good I'm going to drill another place for it to go because it was not completely in the hole but it still did its job just not fully inserted.. Another area that needs attention is the shift where the Rachet tool goes onto needs a nut to hold it in place when turning it will move up and pop the duck head up so you have to start over lot of causing and sweat.

[@Rabaconda]

Hi Jeff. Yes, it takes few tire changes to master the technique. We would not recommending drilling another hole as it will structurally weaken the frame. Main risk would be when breaking a very tough bead. However, there is a strap included in the box that can be used when the stopper pin does not exactly fit.

[@Nightboat]

Does it work with the 2018+ Goldwing wheels? Are additional adapters or pieces required? The new bikes wheels are different than the previous generations wheels like what is shown in the video.

[@Rabaconda]

The Street changer works on 12-21'' wheels, with axle sizes between 15-32mm, and tires up to 250mm wide. Here's Fred Harmon changing his Honda Goldwing GL1800 tire: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGOakIFmhMppq8U

[@alan36753]

Ordered mine last night and some threaded sockets I’ll resin into my garage floor so I can quickly bolt it in place. Did you actually fart while adjusting the rim supports..?

[@Rabaconda]

😂It truly sounds like that! I'm pretty sure I did not, but cannot tell you what that sounds is. No need to damage your garage floor! The whole idea why it took us 2 years to develop this tool was to avoid the need to bolt it to ground. It would make all our effort useless! 😆

[@mybibleandmybike]

I have a 2019 Honda goldwing and my question is will I need any other attachments along with what is in the street bike kit?

[@MrMindlink]

No, comes with what you need.

[@BenandUTube2012]

I Love that tire machine ! How much does it cost ?? Where can I get one ?? Thank You for this video , I really enjoyed it . THX BEN V.

[@Rabaconda]

Thanks a lot, Ben! You can order from our web street.rabaconda.com or write our team, [e-mail], they are happy to help!

[@rickscott2568]

Fred Harmon had a much easier time of it. 3/4 in wooden blocks are a big help

[@Rabaconda]

Fred Harmon did a fantastic job!

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

When I bought my 94 goldwing 1500 4 years ago, the tires were 7 and 10 years old and so hard and dry rotted. I used my hand grinder and cut the tire off from side to side. Very simple. Then putting on the new tires with 3-4 tire irons for motorcycles worked perfectly. No need for this machine or the expense.

[@JoelSc14]

seems the metal of the tire iron is against the wheel once the duckhead rotates a bit. I thought that's what the protector was for, to keep the metal off the wheel... i have yet to unbox mine, also have a nomar classic kit that's about a year old.. (watched another video, saw the iron stays on the duckhead as it rotates, so that makes sense about staying off the wheel, until loose enough bead to safely remove )

[@Rabaconda]

Sometimes it pops off the duck head, but it’s so gentle contact that out does not do any harm. That’s why I did not have the protector on. But yes, the tire iron protector eliminates even that risk

[@JoelSc14]

@@Rabaconda got ya.... Thank you!

[@MrVM41]

That looked a struggle, a bit more lube and the yellow centre holders would have helped, do you sell just the frame and the rod as spare parts? I don't need the handle or bread breaker. Thanks

[@Rabaconda]

We only sell the full kit

[@slimsgarage675]

Will it change a minimoto tire? My kids races Ohvales and they are 10 and 12 inch rims.

[@Rabaconda]

We are working on a unit for minimoto wheels. The minimoto changer will work for 10-16" wheels, but please keep in mind that the tire mounting will be with tire irons. There will be no duck head system on this tire changer. The wheel must also have a center bore to sit on the tire changer

[@Al-xk7wl]

That's quite the struggle, better to take it to a shop.

[@LTVoyager]

Interesting machine, but I think my NoMar works a fair bit easier on these large, stiff tires.

[@JoelSc14]

That tire looks like a mofo... Lol... (have a Nomar classic and a rabaconda that's still in the box). Roadsmart 4 and road 6 tires or similar....

[@alfajranmotorternate]

Good❤️❤️👍👍

[@colton7608]

I’ve always thought pirellis are the worst , I do all my tires my hand and only buy Michelin

[@bigjohn4174]

Better then other brands but I'm not as impressed as expected to be

[@icing777]

Wow! Got tired just watching you do it.... :)

[@chrisc6874]

yeah, i agree. This is a bad video for marketing.

[@superdavewelter]

I like the bead breaker, but the rest was not impressive. I replaced my Goldwing Dunlops faster than that with just irons and rim protectors. Way too much money for more effort.

[@chrisc6874]

I agree. This guy made it look like a task. the nomar videos make it look like taking candy from a baby

[@clay1883]

I saw all I needed at 2:35. You don't know if it has a TPMS sensor??? Is this your first time around a 'Wing? ALL 2010 and up have TPMS. YOU CAN TELL BY THE VALVE. Rubber? No TPMS. Metal? TPMS.

[@Rabaconda]

No, I did not know this. Thanks for the tip!!

[@pc130eify]

Very bad 😢😢

[@chrisc6874]

IDK. Ive been contemplating a purchase of either this or a no mar. I think the raba is overpriced. It seems like he struggled with this tire. I know they are stiff. I have a gold wing and did it on a harbor freight changer with the stand mounted to my basement floor. It does the job fine but I have to strap the wheel to keep it from turning. I use a mojolever and the 3 white nylon "thingys" that hold the rim. The mojolever works great. The HF stand is well, you know HF quality, but like I said , gets the job done. I would like the portability so I dont have something permanently taking up floor space and in case I move. But, we shouldnt have to hold down the raba base with our foot. If I'm going to be paying $600, I dont want to be struggling and breaking a sweat like the guy in the video. I think the raba base is sufficient but could be better . Maybe a bit longer/beefier for stability so the foot is not needed and you can use the full leverage on the bar

[@steven.h0629]

I also have a modified HF floor stand and a six foot black pipe with a Duck Head mounted to one end. Changed two sets on the GL1800 then darksided it as well. The stand unbolts from the concrete when not in use, which is *way* less often darksided. Also works on car tires, and some utility type tires as well. With a shop welder that HF stand can be modded to fit any job.