Want to save time and money? Want to be a dirt bike badass? Then change your own freakin' tires. Motorcycle Superstore's front man walks you through his preferred technique for changing a rear tire. JC covers the tools necessary and explains why he prefers specific ones. He demonstrates how to perform the work and talks through the reasons for each step. This video is great for beginners or experienced spooners so feel free to share it if you find it helpful.
Is it the absolute best method? Probably not, but JC learned the basics and then started tweaking the process as he discovered new tricks and tips that work better. You're here, so you're on the right path. Watch other videos, talk to riding buddies, and when someone is doing a change don't stand around like a wanker, pay attention or help out so you can glean as much info as possible. Once you try several techniques, take the best of each and blend them together.
Changing motorcycle tires is a pain, but the more we ride, the more we have to deal with this regular maintenance. Rear tires are much more difficult than changing a front, and unfortunately they need to be replaced more often. Don't sweat it. It's not as bad as you think. Like with any new project, the first few times are tough, but once you develop a few tricks it'll be easier every time. Eventually, you might even enjoy it. That's what JC discovered after years of spooning new and used tires. Once you become even mildly proficient, tire changes require far less time than it takes to remove the wheel, drive across town to a bike shop, wait around, drive home and reinstall.
Sometimes you don't need a full tire change, just a tube. In that case, simply pull one side of the tire off the rim, yank the old tube out, stuff in a new one and then proceed as described. Aside from wheel removal and installation, the same techniques apply to changing the front tire.
Remember, if you're fighting it, you're not doing it right. Relax, push that tire down into the rim well and take your time. Oh, and have at least one spare tube on hand because you will pinch it at some point!
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