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We use data about you for a number of purposes explained in the links below. taking small bites, plenty of lube and the right technique rather than brute force gets the job done remarkably easily. That harbor freight thing looks like it'll crumple like a tin can [it's made of aluminium!] I think I got them at a parts store or at Sears, been a while. They're self explanatory. Location: Michigan / Ontario border, Sarnia, Ontario. Anyway, just thought I would share. Sorry long reply and getting the new Shinko's pre install warmed up , If you have a Hi Lift Jack (farm jack) they work great as a bead breaker. My cheapskate buddy uses Palmolive and water. OP, can you post a picture of your bike on the spool stand? If I was changing LOTS of tires I probably get a chaining stand. The bead breaking lever/plateon many tire changers can alsoeffectively be used the same way a Bead Buddy would. Running relatively stiff carcass tires, UHD tubes and dual rim locksin bothmy CRF250X wheels. I don't use it often, and it works fine. Most of their items are made in China. Copyright 2000-2009 Jelsoft Enterprises Limited. This thing by itself made a 45 minute job into a 10 minute job. For what it's worth, I paid really good money for a pitbull spooled/standard rear stand and I'm really pleased about it. I bought a pair of them and they worked slick on my tire mounting. Two feet of leverage is enough to trivially bent your rim. Saw blades, for example. I wish I could find the damn tire bead breaker motorcycle attachment. You cana lmost always get the multimeter or a little flashlight. Sone I know off hand are the electric impact gun, bike lift and jack and extendable ratchets. As mentioned, much better leverage. I have a pair of tire spoons. The problem is you get professionals trying to use them for every day use. For changing tires with tubes or Tubliss, I use the Motion Pro Spoon type tire iron. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-bead-buddy-ii-motorcycle-tire-tool-p. Two spoons and a valve stem puller througher. I was always struggling, but bought real tire lube and it was transformative. I was taught "way back when" to use old spring leaves for tire irons. I don't know what other nations have that would be comparable. These are probably the same ones tire shops use when changing truck tires. I purchased a Bead Buddy a long time ago but it never gets used, realized occasionally usinga 3rd spoon is more effective. Works good doing tubes or Tubliss, from 2-ply to 6-ply. With bobpol1's method and a little baby powder or talc a tire iron isn't even necessary. Put a piece of radiator hose on the rim of the bucket, keeps the wheel from moving around and prevents scarring the spokes. The attachment is the part that goes on top of the bead breaker and lets you rotate the tire iron around the pole while you lock the motorcycle tire in place and pop the tire off the rim super easily. Spoons are nice, but for removal of the first bead I prefer irons. My tyre irons came from NAPA and work for me. Three spoons, a bead buddy, and windex (for lube). The black nitrile glove are really nice too. I'm not that guy, don't kill me. I use windex as lube. Lastly, since I was indulging in Harbor Freightness, I bought one of these: http://www.harborfreight.com/low-profile-rear-motorcycle-spool-stand-99701.html. I actually have a few tools from them I'm quite happy with. Not pretty, but works. I use2 curved tire irons like filterx' posted above plus a straight one as the 3rd 'if needed' iron / bead stopper, no spoons. They are for at home D.I.Y.ers. I have that spool stand. It's too bad they don't sell the motorcycle adapter for their tire changing stand anymore. I use two Tusk shorty tire irons and one Stockton long spoon. Still do. Danger, Will Robinson! . The first few times will NOT be easy until you get it figured out. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-spoon-type-tire-iron-pIf you need any more leverage than that, even for the gnarliest stiffest desert tires, there is something wrong with your technique. If you're in LA and went to the harbor freight on Lomita, there's a cycle gear walking distance from it. Seems there are a lot of different options for spoon sizes. I also bought a pair of these to stop scratching my wheels up: http://www.harborfreight.com/24-inch-general-purpose-tire-iron-93230.html. I have this thing which I bought on sale for 30 bucks and it's sturdy enough that I'm confident it won't crumple. The price isn't that great compared to better quality bits, but it was good enough and they do a great job. Tusk stuff is great and for $20 that's not a bad deal.https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/tusk-tire-iron-kit-pI will eventually get a bead buddy though because it helps keep things from shifting around on you.The most effective tool is lube though. Watch a few YouTube videos. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-extra-long-steel-tire-iron-p. Doesnt help hold the bead at all. , If you have a Hi Lift Jack (farm jack) they work great as a bead breaker. Good call on the electric impact also, I've definitely gotten my moneys worth out of mine, built like a tank too. My friend does his own tire changes with tools he bought from Harbor Freight. That's okay. In general, though, I don't buy much in the way of wrenches and sockets and what not. 2 Motion Pro Irons and a spoon work for me with HD/UHD tubes. Bought a bead buddy but it doesnt seem to do anything unless im using it wrong. My swingarm would always slide on the paddle standnever dawned on me that a spool stand was the proper fix for that haha. I replaced all 6 of my tires and used a plastic garbage for lubricant along with an old tire iron. For mousses I also use a Motion Pro Bead Buddy to make sure the opposite side of the tire stays down in the drop center. I was using original tire "spoons" with duct tape to change tires without damaging the wheels. By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of data and cookies. Generally I really like their consumables. I have the "old" style from HF and absolutely love them! I've had my bike up on it for the last week while I've been mucking around with lots of things. Are you saying, that you can pull tyres off without major inconvenience now? I got it during a sale (better than advertised) with a 20% coupon for $14. I was using duct tape, but it would have to be changed often. Terms Of Service. I've used the Baja No Pinch tool before, it's a slick little device, but completely unnecessary. And, it comes in differing colors ! 50 miles from Detroit and 150 from Toronto. https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/tusk-tire-iron-kit-p, https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-spoon-type-tire-iron-p, https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-extra-long-steel-tire-iron-p, https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/motion-pro-bead-buddy-ii-motorcycle-tire-tool-p. I like using a milk crate cus I can use my knee to hold the bead down but the hand clamp worked perfectly for braking the bead but as I said I would cut off the excess bar about here cus it is dangerous as is and then I could also flip it around. Don't piss around with dishsoap and water, buy tire lube. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Its less flimsy (1 piece versus 3) than my girlfriend name brand stand. No problems at all. The motio pro ones are my least favorite. For those of you guys outside the USA, it's a store that deals in generic, cheap tools. I am going to buy the Baja no pinch tool. I've haven't changed tires in quite a while cus haven't been riding as much as I want to but recently finally got around to putting the new Shinkos 21/18 on my CRF no issues breaking the beads. Only way to go. https://rabaconda.com/product/pro-tyre-lever-set-in-bag-5pc/. I've used the bejesus out of those working on bikes. Then I was putting the old Shinkos on my DRZ (its about 70% street/30% dirt) but I'm doing a dual sport event next week that's mostly dirt and the knobby's on the DRZ were toast. Press J to jump to the feed. And a little carpet square. I just use a five gallon bucket, sprocket side down. Tell him I'm on my way to Home Depot to buy some hand clamps and he was just borrow mine. Copyright 1995-2008 Atomic Industry: Steal our stuff, we'll kick your teeth in. Bought as ive needed. Ended up being a great bonus. That impact gun is the best. Hmmmm. I bought 3 of them, I do a lot of tire changing in the shop, mine will flex but I have never had one bend. I could not for the life of me brake the bead on the Washougal II rear. I store my bike on a spool stand and a triple tree stand for the winter and I've never had a problem so don't be worried OP. How is their stand? Harbor Freight deals kick butt. But that is reflected in the price. Would recommend. Now, to the meat of the post.I have always changed my own tires. But they are unnecessary for tubes since you can just push the tire down with your hand. Mostly about the tire breaker. I fabricated myself a stand so now I need all the tools. I use a press to break the bead, and prybars to get the tires on and off. I WILL NEVER USE A SET OF TIRE IRONS FROM HARBOR FREIGHT EVER AGAIN!! By My bike ends up on the rear stand regularly, so I was willing to eat a bit extra for it. whitemike, Now, people generally do not like Harbor Freight. How many spoons and what size and shape? 24in motorcycle tire irons from Harbor Freight. I bought the Harbor Freight ones and they worked better than the spoon type I had. Would also work holding the bead down for installing and I would use 2 of them. Next time I may try the zip tie method. Privacy Policy. Powered by vBulletin I'm moving from an apartment to a house in a few months and have been chewing over the idea of getting it. Quick dry and doesnt leave residue. Want to hear what works best for you guys. I've been meaning to buy a couple of hand clamps and cutting of the excess bar and might neighbor heard me cursing and stuck his head over the fence and asked whats going on. When I changed the tires on my Buell, I wouldn't have been able to do it if my tire irons hadn't been almost 30" long. I would love to do my own tires but I can't justify the hundreds required for virtually every other option that is at least as easy as this. I strongly, strongly suggest getting something smaller. I'm not understanding how it works. One is flat and straight on the end and the other is flat and slightly curved. One trick I learned when building and wrenching on racing motorcycles is to polish your tyre irons. It's absolutely fine. They are of the old original design. I'm not a bodybuilder, but I'm not a scrawny guy either, and the tires fought me pretty hard, especially at the end. I didn't even know this was part of the offer. They stopped making it in 2010 and I can't even find a used one. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. They can be useful for cylinder head removal also. It's really light so I'm not sure how much I trust it but it's doing a great job so far. On the other hand, my front stand is el-cheapo. You won't bend these and I don't remember them costing very much. A Harbor Freight reciprocating saw ("sawz'all") blade will only last half as long as a Makita or Milwaukee saw blade, but t cost 1/4 as much so you come out ahead. I bought the same spool stand for $27 using a coupon I found in Motorcyclist Magazine. They worked, but without much leverage they required a lot of effort! We use cookies to improve your experience on this website and so that ads you see online can be tailored to your online browsing interests. I think it's worth the money and, never having had a spool stand, I'm glad I got it. They work much better if you take the time to polish them up with fine emery cloth. It's cool that you made a stand. A lot of guys on a forum I'm a member of swear by it, and judging by the YouTube videos, it's really easy - a lot easier than tire irons! July 31, 2019 in General Dirt Bike Discussion. I don't know if I got a defective one or they are all made of soft steel? the spoons also work great for putting on and taking off the grate of my charcoal grill when im cooking. I will be using UHD tubes or mousses. Again, if you are pinching the tube, there is something wrong with your technique. He's saved hundreds of dollars so far. It's a whole lot better than my paddle stand. I use two spoons and a longer curved lever. What other tools will I need? Harbor freight tools are actually pretty good. Use the 17 and 12 the most. I have their other tube stand, it was like $30. Ya if I'm seeing them correctly, I'm sure they would work but IMO the adjustable hand clamps are cheaper and would be easier to quickly clamp/unclamp/move/clamp as needed. I used mine on a truck tire and noticed they bent. Man I wish I had bought one of those years and years ago. Again, I got it on a better sale than advertised, and with another 20% coupon for $27. For tire changes with mousses I use the 16" Motion Pro tire irons. http://www.harborfreight.com/24-inchron-93230.html, Send a private message to Mike V. Florida, Send a private message to BILL WILLIAMSON, Send a private message to Fullraceflathead. I have at least a dozen of them and they get used quite often. Probably about a $15 value if sold at most places. ( or any tools come to think of it) I was dismounting a tractor tire when the tire iron snapped and came back and cracked me in the head and knocked my ass out for like an hour!!!! The plastic dip is a great idea. (The multimeter blew up, possibly my fault.) i have the same setup. But, you'll get it. I also have that rear stand. The free flashlight has $3 worth of batteries in it and the multimeter is very useful to have around. Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements). Great idea, that liquid rubber spray and/or dip product. I buy a lot of shit from HF, just gotta know what's good for the $ and what isn't by doing a little research. Not meant to be used every single day in a mechanics garage. if you're not careful. If you ignore thegigantic arm you'll see what it really isjust a lever with a ram on it to break tire beads. So, yeah, I think they are fine on the whole. It's not expensive. http://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-11-inch-20-offset-45-angle-long-reach-needle-plier-set-33202.html. I use two motion pro short bead buddy, one 17 in spoon, 12 inch spoon, and a curved spoon. I'm going to go this Monday for their Memorial Day specials! nah, im just messing with you. The general rule of thumb is that you buy Harbor Freight tools because they're cheap and you don't expect a lot of repeat use (example: you need a drill to drill one hole). Haven't ever felt the need for anything extra. I have to say though, gearboxes and tyres are two things I have a fear of fucking with on my motorsickle. Baby Powder or Talc is used to help keep the inner tube from sticking to the tire insides. Also, I've bought a fair number of tools from these guys and apart from one multimeter I've had no bother with them. A few days ago I finally broke down and bought one of these: http://www.harborfreight.com/motorcycle-bead-breaker-98875.html. On 7/31/2019 at 8:22 PM, filterx said: When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, Z H2, Shadow w/sidecar, project Nighthawk, '75 TL125, '82 KZ1300A, '84 VF500F, '02 Pampera 250, '05 DRZ400. When I paid, the checkout clerk asked if I wanted my free multi-tester.

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