Triban RC120 Difficult Tyre Changes?

[@cenkay900]

I think you changed the minds of most people considering buying this bike. It was easier than I thought. Decathlon should be grateful to you.

[@jmc4975]

Keeping your kit in a spare bottle is actually a nice and cheap idea for those of us who may not travel massive distances each ride. Love the innovation. And love the contribution from your dog.

[@ADCFproductions]

2:35 you're using the tire lever the wrong way though, that little hook thing grabs onto the spokes so you can keep going around the tire, makes it so much easier and the added pressure it creates really helps speed up the process! you'll also notice the side with the hook is thicker than the other side, so the other side would be easier to slide into the tire.

[@phillbaska]

My tire burst in the middle of nowhere today, it was my first ever real bike so I’ve never had to do this before. I can’t tell you how much your video helped. Thanks 🙏

[@joshuasmith3331]

Wow smoothly done! Incredibly helpful video, it has definitely put my worries to rest about getting this bike. Especially reassuring that you don't even change tyres that regularly! Thank you!

[@51North]

Glad you liked it!

[@andrewegan7011]

If you can buy one?

[@alvolcek]

So many reviews saying about tire change issue on decathlon sites and your videoreview cleared everything! Thank you! gonna buy my first budget road bike and later gonna change gravel tires! PS. Your dog is awesome!

[@geoffersmaher]

Great video, should ease some fears!haha. I've been a mechanic in bike stores for 15 years and I've been working here in nl in a decathlon for the last 3. I can confidently say that there are no problems with these tyres with these rims, also on 500 / 520. I change them day in an day out without problems, best tip I can give is when removing start furthest from the valve and when re fitting start closest to the vavle an last bit you should put on is furthest away, also I always fit without levers a gamble as you clearly state, an for me not one I'd take. I know what you say about plastic levers but I'd really recommend them , either the yellow ones from decathlon or the blue park tools ones ( neither ever snapped with daily use though the park tools did tend to soften out over time). As for the tyre upgrade on my old 120 I fitted the 38c tyre from the Riverside bike at decathlon and they were a hoot. I now have the 520 and I'm running 650b with 42c tyres. Finally your better than 90 percent of my customers at changing a tyre👍

[@51North]

Thanks. Great feedback. I'm looking forward to a big tyre upgrade.

[@geoffersmaher]

@@51North it's a snug fit so if you're expecting lots of mud can get clagged up, but if it's just trails then you're fine. If you want more clearance spend the money on some schwalbe g one and you won't be disappointed

[@geoffersmaher]

@@51North just one question I don't understand about KZbin, why don't you put the model of the bike in the title? Is it picked up on search from description anyway?

[@51North]

I have gone for a broad title as I think the video covers the RC520 riders too. If the video doesn't get views I'll play around with the title.

[@geoffersmaher]

@@51North ta for appeasing me, I'll stop bothering you now fella 👍

[@nestorjrabalos1998]

I love how enthusiastic your dog is the whole time.

[@malkyinnes8242]

Thanks for that video. I have the RC500 and have been worried in case I get a puncture as many people have been complaining about the tires. You have shown us it's very much possible. Thanks for your guidance and help.

[@ant307]

I’d practice at home first, I was changing the tyre on an RC500 today and it was a pain the weeks are also awful I put a Michelin tyre back on that goes easily on mavic cosmic wheels and it was not having it but I finally got it on. I would not want to be doing that at the side of the road.

[@ashcooney9768]

Having just changed these tyres while looking at you video for advice i think I may have worked out the problem, the tyre get caught under the tubeless ready rim tape.

[@CDesborough]

Really helpful - thanks, now I gotta wait for the 500 to be back in stock

[@jezza0071]

The tyres on the RC 500 is horrible to change

[@CDesborough]

@@jezza0071 I just ordered it yesterday, they're the same wheels as this video

[@JulienYenilmez]

I really struggled with my RC500. I ended up taking it to a bike shop and they struggled for 30mins. Pinched 2 innertubes whilst trying to change the tyres. I'm screwed if I get a flat on the side of the road

[@darylfoster698]

As a little update on this, I bought one of these bikes it arrived yesterday, had one ride on a local trail and swapped the tyres out today, absolutely no problem getting the tyres off, could almost do it without levers, so don't worry that it will be an issue. I put gravelking 38c on and there is plenty of room could probably have gone bigger, don't hesitate this is a great value bike.

[@bytehard777]

Did you put gravel king on the stock wheel?

[@darylfoster698]

@@bytehard777 yes I did, been very happy with them, not had any problems

[@Enohzeee]

Thanks a lot for this video! Looking at reviews, the issue of difficulty with tyre removal seemed to come up a lot. I bought this bike today, looking forward to trying it out!

[@WADESWORLDMN]

Thanks so much lad! Im american from Minnesota living in barcelona I will definetly buy this frnech made bike! For 499 euros thats about 560 USD thats not bad for an entry level bike with disc brakes! I ordered the RC 100 but will return it for the RC 120 now!!

[@gedheaton1415]

Echo many comments below about getting para about changing a tyre, also echo x 10 that mate you were good but wow there's only one star of the show,took you 9 mins,my money is on the dog doing it in 7 ish !! Thanks for the vid mate, liked and subbed.

[@sfvirgo]

I use a second lever and use its hook to hold the bead as i go around releasing it. I do the same for putting it back on, hook the bead in the lever and prerry much the same thing

[@Wichyn1]

Honestly, that's my usual time/effort for changing a tire so now I'm wondering if many people called this "TERRIBLE" then how easy is a good tire... Some said that the tires are glued but I don't think so... Thanks for the video

[@discomikeyboy2012]

Good job changing that, considering it's always more difficult outside. I broke a plastic lever the other week. Not really an issue because it was in my house, but I'd always take my metal Lezyne ones on a ride. Some tyre and wheel combos are an absolute nightmare to change. I can't remember the make of the rim, but my commuting bike is helluva tough to get that last inch of bead back over the rim. Impossible in the cold and wet. I ended up having to get a tyre jack. Easiest tyres I've changed were Vittoria Diamante Pros on Mavic Open Pro rims. I could simply rip those off without even using levers 😂

[@51North]

Yeah, tyre changing in the cold and wet can be practically impossible. Good to hear you have the metal levers, if you break a plastic one, it's possible to use the lever part of a QR skewer, but if that snaps too, you are rhubarbed!

[@lifeisastruggle5517]

The Triban seems to be a very good bike and has been considering buying one. I thought Triban RC520 Gravel.

[@DavidGamal]

Great Video! thanks, mate. I've had concerns about buying the triban 520 due to the same issue with the tyres/wheelset, but not any more thanks to this awesome video!! Btw you should use the other end of the lever to remove the tyre, this little notch is supposed to be hooked to the spokes to keep one lever in place while using the other one.

[@wazzup105]

"Not a tire changing maestro" and then proving it by using the tire levers the wrong way round :-) Nice one!

[@Jason-oc8ww]

Changing those standard triban tyre aren't that difficult to be frank but I find those original tyre are a little slippery so I upgraded it to 700x32 Gravel Light folded tyre. I find those are little harder to change than the original 700x28 tyre as it's a little soft.

[@kev81987]

just change mine, remove the tire on the front wheel is easy, but the rear is a different story . one of the side of the bead can be pop out easily form the rim, but the other bead is stuck in the rim like it is glue on the rim (its not) took me almost an hour to pry to out.

[@singechamberlain2967]

Thanks man. I felt anxious watching your video, but you made it look easy enough 🙂

[@szabolcsszlavik3710]

Thank you! It is a great help. I have just thought, I have to go to the service for tyre change, but it is so simple as on old bikes! :)

[@DanGleebowls]

The RC500 I have and continental grand prix 4 seasons I use are a nightmare, 3 levers and a lot of sweat, but thankfully not had a puncture in the year I've been commuting on them

[@bartdoe4997]

Got the Triban RC520 and love the bike so far. Put 32mm Gravelking semi slicks on it and it was a huge struggle. Tried to put Schwalbe G-One 40mm tyres and it's impossible. First it's hard to get the Gravelking off and second I can't put on the G-One. A real bummer :(

[@satchelle]

I really wanna get the RC 120 now after watching your videos. Love your dog too, so cute! 💕

[@debarpitchandan2026]

Tools in the bottle. Man! That's amazing ❤️

[@calvincrane]

Very very helpful when decathlon were not. They owe you a bike! From what I saw this looks entirely normal- no pun intended. I assume those canisters are disposable one use? That is something else new for me. You used just 2 Tyre levers too. I would fully now have confidance to change a Tyre. Thank you so much for the video. Nice dog by the way.

[@51North]

Thanks! Yes I just carry the two metal levers. The CO2 inflator is disposable bottle, and the valve is reusable, lighter and quicker than carrying a pump, although I'd probably opt for a a pump on a longer journey.

[@stupots07]

Thanks for this. I really struggled to change my first tyre on my triban 520 gravel, although I'm just getting into cycling so a bit of a novice!

[@Splinter5k]

Great and helpful video + the cute doggo. Any chance we can see you change the back tire out? I’ve never done it before and want to change mine to 34c gravel tires from WTB :))

[@TheValibuck]

I have opposite experience than this. Tyres were completely impossible to change. Really. I bought some Schwalbe new ones and struggled 2 hours to fit them on my wheel but did not succeeded. So I took my whole bike to Decathlon for them to try. They were laughing first but after more than hour and after several technicians tried they admitted there is something bad with the tyre size, so Decathlon rather gave me back money for the whole bike than trying more. My experience. I dont think every RC120 has the same tyre size issue but I would be really cautious when buying that bike again

[@TheValibuck]

@Ed that sucks :( These were actually folding tyres and it wasnt able to fit anyway

[@DipMondal1987]

Actually I find it very easy to change tyre on RC 100 and RC 120. Even tyre lever is not required.

[@CDesborough]

They are easier because they have a different wheel

[@betruly7894]

I have them. I went to decathlon to let them show me how to open the tire to replace the punctured tube. 2 guys on the wheel battling and they did break their plastic tool. They brought the wheel inside the workshop, then 3 guys come out the shop with the tire open, easy and they could replace the tube. Non one of them have a smile. Bottom line here, if you buy this bike RC500 or RC520, remove the tires a couple of time to get use to them and to break rubber a bit so next time they become more easy to open. the more you open the tire the softer they become. For me I returned the bike to Decathlon and got my money back because the rear wheel start to flex under heavy pedaling after 2 weeks.

[@bushgreen260]

Was it the rc520 or rc500 you returned?

[@betruly7894]

@@bushgreen260 rc500. I think assembly or quality check did not work out good for me. Because both rc500 returned one after the other within 2 weeks time. However those bikes are really great for training. But not so great for racing and that is normal given the frame.

[@bushgreen260]

@@betruly7894 you returned 2 rc500s?

[@betruly7894]

@@bushgreen260 yes

[@bushgreen260]

@@betruly7894 how much do you weigh?

[@Spacemonkeymojo]

Thanks for this video! I'm a complete novice to cycling (I can ride a bike but my total experience is probably less than 50 hours), is the lack of a derailleur hanger on this bike a major concern? If I stack it does that mean the whole bike is write off?

[@tomislavkovacic650]

This i not a problem... Big problems comes when You want to change different brand (I wanna put it ultrasport III) and it was hell...

[@temphandle00]

i have no issues with mine too. could it be possible they are having problems putting on (or taking off) non-stock tyres with the stock rims?

[@sandythemonk]

Folks need your advice: A pre-owned 7 months old Triban RC500 is available here in Austria for €600. It's in excellent condition. What price should I quote the owner? Currently the new bike is for €800. Any tips and advice will be appreciated! Thanks.

[@fredericstacey515]

The problem I had is with all other tyres apart from the triban ones that came with it. Used cable tires and all sorts. Was an absolute nightmare. Just about manageable just ruined my gatorskin beads.

[@deadpool8340]

Nothing beats getting a brand new GatorSkin on #ripfingertips

[@51North]

I've only ever had to remove and refit gators once they've have a few thousand KM on them. I'll avoid the chance to for new ones!

[@weshardin6609]

Thanks for that feel more assured now if I do get a flat.

[@6981giwrgos]

Unfortunately you where using the tyre extractors the wrong way. But again it was a pretty good time!

[@_RandomPea]

Lol... This cracked me up. I literally spent hours trying to even get my lever under the tire to pop it off the bead...you went straight it and got it underneath. In the end I gave up. The guy at my local shop said when he got it off it looked like the tape inside for "tubeless" running was causing it to be difficult. Were yours the tubeless ready setup or not... It definitely looked like a different experience to mine, ps. Where did you get those metal levers they look decent 😂😂

[@51North]

Metal levers were off eBay. Tyres didn't look like a tubeless set up. Possibly decathlon switched the wheels at some point in production

[@_RandomPea]

@@51North I'm not so sure, maybe you are just a wizard in disguise and have super tyre skills :) if I could spare the time to try it again I'd definitely not do it in the same time as you and in the cold aswell! Lol 🤣🚑 I do have the triban 500 mind you, maybe there is a slight difference...? I couldn't believe how quick you got under the wall and popped that off!

[@gokhanyegnidemir]

Thank you for the tips and video. I would like to ask that Did you change the tires with the hybrid ones? I want to change, but I am not sure which model is applıcable for that bike. for instance, can I use 700x35c or 700x38?

[@xtrailz]

Thanks for this video - I'm about to do a puncture repair on a Triban GRVL 120

[@51North]

Hopefully it goes smoothly!

[@xtrailz]

Okay, my experience was about the same as yours. It wasn't that bad - maybe they changed something on more recent models.

[@51North]

Glad to hear it! Happy cycling

[@ruben4111]

how wide are the tires? 28mm? I'm amazed you can drive it through the woods. And nice dog!^^

[@davidemson1834]

pardon my ignorance but can you fit 35c wide tyres on the stock triban 500 rc rims

[@yungyork5425]

Hey 51N, I was looking to get this bike as my first road commuter and wanted to ask, are you still using this now? I see you posted 2 years ago so wanted to know if the longevity was okay and if youve had any major issues over these couple years, and any tips or what to look out for with this bike?

[@boob954]

Cool dog, what brand is it?

[@DebasisUntouchable]

it was quite informative, thanks

[@jorgeribeiro4161]

amazing video! thanks!

[@FabExoN]

Well clearly my bike is different, even bought new tires and it's still impossible to get on. The last part of the tire is so tight, it's impossible to get on... Look how easy it looks at 7:51..

[@51North]

Is the tyre definitely sitting in the valley of of the wheel rim, in the deepest part? That made a big difference. Or decathlon have changed rim/tyres

[@shaggyba]

@@51North This is the game-changer. I bought RC520 just yesterday, and tried to change the tyre at home as a training, because I saw all the coments in the reviews. And... it was a nighmare. But your video saved me. Thank you!

[@MrAnil5]

Can you put a 700×35 tyres in it without changing the rim?

[@51North]

I'm on 32c on standard rim, 35 looks doable

[@kamillisowski2931]

I have 35c shwalbe Smart Sam on this wheels , i think its possible go 38c but more likekly slick tyres not threaded

[@luizlemes3839]

You think the 700x38 hutchinson override should work ?

[@brokenaudiodevices7079]

@@51North are you not running the 38c impac crosspac anymore? What rims did you run them on? Cheers cool channel ✌️

[@joseantonioandresgomez3281]

you are putting the extractors backwards

[@dudewasteyourtime1]

What size bike you got buddy, seems like a medium size? Just wondering because going to order mine.

[@51North]

I'm 5'10'' and on a small frame. Really I'm in between small and medium, the last Triban I had was medium and I found the reach a little stretched.

[@51North]

The decathlon size guide says I should be on a medium frame

[@dudewasteyourtime1]

@@51North thanks, decathlon telling me a large size definitely lol. Im gona go in store and try the frames.

[@51North]

Yeah definitely worth trying both if you can

[@joseantonioandresgomez3281]

estas metiendo los extractores al reves

[@fisharefriends598]

Its the reports of the glued tyres which put me off buying

[@51North]

I saw some posts about people claiming they felt glued on, but when the tyre came off there was no glue.

[@konradc12]

I hope the tyre you demonstrated with is unidirectional! You put it on the other way around. Because of the CO2 abuse with canisters littering, I have a slight dislike. They should put something to deter abusers. Apart from that, good tyre change. I use a mini pump or if my Dahon Cadenza, the seat post is a pump. Have worked with tyres that were hard to remove, but never defeated.

[@51North]

The CO2 bottle was picked up you can rest assured.

[@JavierMartinez-ml1uo]

You should improve your the way to change a tired and the levers should be plastic no that one the one you have are the wors.t

[@tomtomcarter]

Lol, noob trying to change his tires

[@51North]

Yep, I almost never get punctures, in tens of thousands of kms only had one of two. Never needed to get pro at tyre changes as I do it once a year or probably less