Thanks for the video, I always use 2 or sometimes 3 and as many tire irons that I can get my hands on ,at least 4or 5 irons, always have haters that say you don’t need to do it this way but as long as someone is showing a different way to do things I appreciate it thanks
What is the benefit of changing it this way - pushing the first bead down into the rim instead of taking it up out of the rim? Just easier if you're having trouble keeping the bead in the drop center? Would be a bit longer though because you need to work the bead 3 times. You would only need to work the bead twice if you bring it straight up off the rim.
as others have mentioned you only need one bead buddy. i carry one on each of my dual sport bikes. they're very handy. again, absolutely no need for two. i store my in a diy tool tube on both bikes.
I'm confused why everyone always ends at the bead buddy. Just logically speaking, wouldn't it work best if you ended opposite them? Like do 40% one way, 40% the other, then finish at the top, exactly opposite the 2 bead buddies?
Uh, no. If the tube's where it's supposed to be, and the bead is in the drop center opposite from where you're prying, it's physically impossible to hurt the tube unless you have caught it between the tip of the tire iron and the rim. But WTH do I know (changed 10,000 motorcycle tires and never pinched ONE tube).
If someone is able to physically break the bead, (the bead is constructed of many, possibly a hundred or more wire rings made of very strong steel, like music wire, all bundled together inside the rubber of your tires) I would love to see the tire spoon they were using to do it ! It would have to be 20 feet long, even then its questionable ! The bead of your tire is the strongest part of your tire, needless to say, but they are very strong, and they don't stretch either !
I own three motorcycles, a Yamaha TW200, a Honda CB650, and a Yamaha XS650, and the Bead Buddy II does not hook over the spoke on either wheel on any of those bikes. They all have wider rims than the dirt bike wheel in the video. No fault of Jeff Slavens, just wanted to point out that they aren't as universal as they say they are.
Try the bead buddy 1 part # 08-0388. Locks on the lip of the rim with a plastic thumb screw. Also cheaper and smaller to pack. I dig the TW’s I have a BW200 wouldn’t mind adding a TW to the fleet someday.
Jump to 2:00 for how to use a bead buddy
Thanks for the video, I always use 2 or sometimes 3 and as many tire irons that I can get my hands on ,at least 4or 5 irons, always have haters that say you don’t need to do it this way but as long as someone is showing a different way to do things I appreciate it thanks
Use whatever method works for you. There will never be a shortage of miserable people that hate on others. Ride on.
What is the benefit of changing it this way - pushing the first bead down into the rim instead of taking it up out of the rim? Just easier if you're having trouble keeping the bead in the drop center? Would be a bit longer though because you need to work the bead 3 times. You would only need to work the bead twice if you bring it straight up off the rim.
Great job buddy thank you for showing us how to use those I really wanted to know.
Me too
These seem to work very well. But is there a better option to carry on my bike? Maybe something smaller?
as others have mentioned you only need one bead buddy. i carry one on each of my dual sport bikes. they're very handy. again, absolutely no need for two. i store my in a diy tool tube on both bikes.
You may have said it, but what's the name of those tyre levers you are using?
slavensracing.com/shop/ty-er-irons-by-moose-racing/
Only ordered one but i think it will still help
Skip to 2:10 for use of tool.
I'm confused why everyone always ends at the bead buddy. Just logically speaking, wouldn't it work best if you ended opposite them? Like do 40% one way, 40% the other, then finish at the top, exactly opposite the 2 bead buddies?
I usually end at the rim lock.
@@slaverace1 Thanks! Its winter here, so might as well bring my wheel inside and practice
I'm convinced! Getting a set for my trail bag. Thank you for the video, very well done.
Only need one.
What tire stand are you using?
+Carl Larson
Mike's
+Jeff Slavens Thank you!
you have shown how to hole the tube, one must never swing the tire lever past being perpendicular to the rim or pinching the tube is VERY LIKELY
There is NO tube, I use TUBLISS.
Uh, no. If the tube's where it's supposed to be, and the bead is in the drop center opposite from where you're prying, it's physically impossible to hurt the tube unless you have caught it between the tip of the tire iron and the rim. But WTH do I know (changed 10,000 motorcycle tires and never pinched ONE tube).
That's a lot of tires. Like 1 a day for 25 years straight!
We liked your video
Never have I need two bead buddies! Also do not pull the tire iron that far back. You taking chances of puncturing the tube.
I don't use tubes so no worry about a pinch.
Thanks for this, mate. I’ve got one but now I’ll get another.
i thought it was gonna turn into a fail video at the end
If someone is able to physically break the bead, (the bead is constructed of many, possibly a hundred or more wire rings made of very strong steel, like music wire, all bundled together inside the rubber of your tires) I would love to see the tire spoon they were using to do it ! It would have to be 20 feet long, even then its questionable ! The bead of your tire is the strongest part of your tire, needless to say, but they are very strong, and they don't stretch either !
Hello Glenn:
Every year we have 2-3 guys that break the bead. It can be done with a normal length iron. Seems impossible but it’s not.
Ah crap! I fell asleep again...
This bead buddy II is not working on an Honda Transalp XL650V rear tire!
Should... might check for operator flaws...
I own three motorcycles, a Yamaha TW200, a Honda CB650, and a Yamaha XS650, and the Bead Buddy II does not hook over the spoke on either wheel on any of those bikes. They all have wider rims than the dirt bike wheel in the video. No fault of Jeff Slavens, just wanted to point out that they aren't as universal as they say they are.
Try the bead buddy 1 part # 08-0388. Locks on the lip of the rim with a plastic thumb screw. Also cheaper and smaller to pack.
I dig the TW’s I have a BW200 wouldn’t mind adding a TW to the fleet someday.
@@4skinner666 Hey, thanks man! Didn't know that even existed. On my Christmas wish list now.
Too much talk didn’t help me for removing
LOL read the video titles next time, and don’t pick the video that says it’s the exact opposite of what you want.
LOL
Very helpful… thanks
You're welcome.
Helpful. Thanks.
Neat 😀
Promotion pro bead buddy t6
You can still ride on a snapped bead wire...
I break 25% of mine on install. I’m half animal half idiot sooo ya...
More lube Jeff!!!!
jesus speed it up
You talk to damn much
Thank you
Jesus christ get to the point