ive been a pro auto mechanic for forever....this guy managed to make the tire machines i've used for a decade into a compact package just for your motorcycle. why wouldn't you want this? thanks for the video
100%! I’ve used the K&L unit which needs to be moved with a forklift and takes up 8 square feet of shop space… this is portable and uses all the same tools / principles. Genius! Thanks for watching.
It just arrived at my doorstep yesterday!!!! I do trackdays, adv rides burning through multiple sets of tyres on multiple bikes a year this is a no brainer to me! Cant wait to try out
I just got mine and did the front tire of my Goldwing. I was so excited at how easy it was to remove the old tire that I didn't pay attention to how I mounted the new tire. I first mounted it with the dot completely in the wrong area. I pulled the tire back off and then remounted it. Now it was the wrong direction. I pulled it again and then got it back on correctly. I don't think it took me more than 10 minutes for all those iterations. The first removal took me a good bit, but I took my time. Once I got it, this thing is a cake walk. I'm impressed. To get a tire changed here is $75 and usually 3 to 4 weeks to get an appointment. Sometimes I can luck out with my Goldwing and they will slide me in between appointments, but I still have to drop the bike, get a ride home, then a ride back later or the next day to pick up the bike. With the Rabaconda I can be done with a tire change in well under an hour in my own garage. I've used tire irons in years gone by....this thing is way, way easier.
A single tire at the local independent shop this last week… Because I was out of town and didn’t have time to do it myself… Tire swap is $30 balancing was $15 and one dollar per wheel weight used… Which was nine dollars. Over $50 for a single tire swap.
I ordered this the day I received the email (probably on Rabaconda’s list because I also have the dirt bike tire changer). I’ve used it once and it seems great. Like anything, it’ll take a few tire changes to really get it down, but it worked well for me on the first try. Thanks for sharing this. The only thing left is to burn rubber and get better at tire changes!
@@manybikes One thing that came up for me - when lining up the dot on the tire with the valve stem - the tire was somewhat rotated on the rim once I had both beads inside. I'm sure this is possible with any tire changer but I'd like to know if you have a tip on preventing the tire from rotating while it's installed?
It happens... When it does I lube it on both sides, grab the spokes and pull the wheel inside the tire until the dot lines up. With both sides lubed its pretty easy. Dry... it is TOUGH!
@@manybikes Thanks for taking the time to reply. That was my solution last time. I'm going to pay close attention after each bead is fitted and see if I can minimize the issue.
nice nice, think one of the most important shop tool if you have multiple bikes (4 in my case), I have dirt bike tire Rabaconda with adv bike levers and spindle, only one think what I didn't like on that stand was the actual hight for my old and severely damaged body, so I built the platform to have tire in proper hight and now is awesome , keep up good work, cheers V!
Yeah, three tires in and my back is letting me know I used muscles I don't typically use. Did you see todays video? (shot yesterday) this stand works great.
I think I need to get one. Kyle, I would love to hear your comments on the Dunlop Trailmax Mission RAID tread pattern. Based on what you are seeing from photos, how do you think it is going to perform on/off-road and mileage. Loaded question, but giving your first take might be good. Maybe a video.
The changer is RAD! Now... adding an I to the conversation... The RAID does look interesting. The odd part is the minimal tread depth it appears to have... The lugs look good as does the abundance of leading edges. The front looks a little like a Dunlop TrailMax Mission. It is interesting how "similar" the front and rear tread patterns are... that is abnormal these days. They look "low profile" and not very "round" when it comes to profile. They will be interesting! Can't wait to see them in person!
I like my Rabaconda Mk 1 for mousses but I use it for all tyre changes. But this new one is much fancier. I won't be trading up because the Mk 1 is pretty good. Baltic Engineering. Damn good.
Interesting to see those cold bodies Mitas Dakars changed. Watching this I would like to see NoMar comparison. The big thing with the Rabaconda is the portability. Now which model? I have street/dirt/and Adv bikes. Will you have a discount associated with this purchase? Good go on the 390 ADV. Lighter is very good.
I’ve owned a No-Mar and loved it. This one is better… all parts have just been delivered and the unboxing will be forthcoming… and the first tire change! That should be interesting!!! Stay tuned!
I keep seeing videos of this tire changer changing out mag wheels does it work on spoked wheels a demonstration on a spoked wheel would convince me into buying one
Yes Sir! The Street version uses the duck head instead of levers for the tire installation and removal. Same as an industrial tire changer. It’ll work for all wheels and super stiff sidewalls.
You use a strap instead of the metal pin. Strap is included with the tire changer and you can check how it is used on the spoked wheels on Rabaconda TH-cam channel
Kyle, I am in the market for a Dual Venture Front and RallZ Back in my 2020 KTM 390 Adventure. I have the stock Rims, would like the best tire size to fit the Rims. Is that a good combo? Will be on amd off road this year.....currently still have the original tires, looking to upgrade this year
It’s a great combo! I’m about ready to put them on my 390. I can provide them for you. Please shoot me an email. Manybikes at g mail dot com. 110/80-19 in the front and 130/80-17 in the rear.
🤬🤬🤬In their tutorial video he uses the bead grease. I just got the complete starter kit with their bead grease 2 days ago, 3 weeks earlier than expected👍👍👍 and tried it out this morning. The bead grease is like really bad sex lube, it goes on slick but dries up crusty in a very short time, plus the included brush leaves bristles stuck to everything. In this video he's using soapy water in a spray bottle and gets a better result! Regardless, this machine really works as advertised, could not be happier with it!
Thanks for watching! I personally use soapy water to get the bead broken. I had your exact situation when using the Bead Grease and the brush. Bristles everywhere! And it was super slippery for a few minutes and then became "sticky." Once dry, tough to get off without chemical help. The tool is awesome! Fits in a bag, is portable and very well thought out. I am very happy with it! Just did my first change this AM and it went smoothly.
I've got one ordered, but we need a correction.......if you take your bike and a tire in to be changed it will cost about $100, if you take the wheel off yourself, take it to have tire changed and put the wheel back on by yourself it will cost about $35 Unfortunately for me I ordered off Amazon for $629 instead of $589 ad here....$40 , don't know if they charge shipping, Amazon doesn't So it's going to take 18 tire changes to pay for itself.....I can charge $35 and actually get my money back
Thanks for your feedback. NOT HERE!!! OFF THE BIKE it is $35 per wheel for the mounting and $15 per wheel for the balancing. That is $100 for both wheels OFF the bike! On the bike they charge 2 hours labor at $125 hr so its about $250 for the mount and balance.
Why is that flat tool touching the wheel at 5:10? If the tire is spinning underneath it to break the bottom bead, then there is risk of damaging your wheel!!
ive been a pro auto mechanic for forever....this guy managed to make the tire machines i've used for a decade into a compact package just for your motorcycle. why wouldn't you want this? thanks for the video
100%! I’ve used the K&L unit which needs to be moved with a forklift and takes up 8 square feet of shop space… this is portable and uses all the same tools / principles. Genius! Thanks for watching.
It just arrived at my doorstep yesterday!!!! I do trackdays, adv rides burning through multiple sets of tyres on multiple bikes a year this is a no brainer to me! Cant wait to try out
Awesome! Please come back and let us know what you think after you’ve used it!
This tire changer is a “game changer!”
I just got mine and did the front tire of my Goldwing. I was so excited at how easy it was to remove the old tire that I didn't pay attention to how I mounted the new tire. I first mounted it with the dot completely in the wrong area. I pulled the tire back off and then remounted it. Now it was the wrong direction. I pulled it again and then got it back on correctly. I don't think it took me more than 10 minutes for all those iterations. The first removal took me a good bit, but I took my time. Once I got it, this thing is a cake walk. I'm impressed.
To get a tire changed here is $75 and usually 3 to 4 weeks to get an appointment. Sometimes I can luck out with my Goldwing and they will slide me in between appointments, but I still have to drop the bike, get a ride home, then a ride back later or the next day to pick up the bike. With the Rabaconda I can be done with a tire change in well under an hour in my own garage.
I've used tire irons in years gone by....this thing is way, way easier.
AMEN! I have felt your pain in all of the areas... but now the Rabaconda fixes all of that! LOVE it!
Definitely ordering one. I have 2 sets of rims for my Africa Twin this thing would pay for itself in no time!
Totally! When you order tell them I sent you ;) and if you want Motoz tires… reach out and I’ll help you out.
@@manybikes Motoz are totally my favourite for serious off-road on adventure bike! I've tried several patterns on my 790
@@Rabaconda Nice! The RallZ rear and Dual Venture front is my current favorite set-up!
Ok, ya twisted my arm. It's on the list.
A single tire at the local independent shop this last week… Because I was out of town and didn’t have time to do it myself… Tire swap is $30 balancing was $15 and one dollar per wheel weight used… Which was nine dollars. Over $50 for a single tire swap.
I ordered this the day I received the email (probably on Rabaconda’s list because I also have the dirt bike tire changer). I’ve used it once and it seems great. Like anything, it’ll take a few tire changes to really get it down, but it worked well for me on the first try. Thanks for sharing this. The only thing left is to burn rubber and get better at tire changes!
Rad comment Curtis! Thanks for watching!
@@manybikes One thing that came up for me - when lining up the dot on the tire with the valve stem - the tire was somewhat rotated on the rim once I had both beads inside. I'm sure this is possible with any tire changer but I'd like to know if you have a tip on preventing the tire from rotating while it's installed?
It happens... When it does I lube it on both sides, grab the spokes and pull the wheel inside the tire until the dot lines up. With both sides lubed its pretty easy. Dry... it is TOUGH!
@@manybikes Thanks for taking the time to reply. That was my solution last time. I'm going to pay close attention after each bead is fitted and see if I can minimize the issue.
Didn't know how much i need one 😁
Thank's!🍻
You and I both!!!
nice nice, think one of the most important shop tool if you have multiple bikes (4 in my case), I have dirt bike tire Rabaconda with adv bike levers and spindle, only one think what I didn't like on that stand was the actual hight for my old and severely damaged body, so I built the platform to have tire in proper hight and now is awesome , keep up good work, cheers V!
Yeah, three tires in and my back is letting me know I used muscles I don't typically use. Did you see todays video? (shot yesterday) this stand works great.
@@manybikes yes, this comment should be for your last video,once I started taping it was already running the next of your famous TH-cam episodes 🤷🏻♂️
This is my next purchase! FYI checked their TH-cam channel for a video showing the street changer being used on a spoke and tube rim
Awesome! I’ll have a few here shortly!
That's really nice, just would have liked to see an adv tire though.
Coming soon! All of them!
Nice job...pretty cool...thanks for sharing
It’s a neat set-up
Thanks for sharing, I'm going to get one of these.
You should! I love mine.
I love it. Really nice. But how about balancing the tire. DIY static balance the tire? Or pay to high speed balance.
Static balance is the a way to go. I use this stand: instagram.com/reel/CnlnRM1hv3y/?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=
I think I need to get one. Kyle, I would love to hear your comments on the Dunlop Trailmax Mission RAID tread pattern. Based on what you are seeing from photos, how do you think it is going to perform on/off-road and mileage. Loaded question, but giving your first take might be good. Maybe a video.
The changer is RAD! Now... adding an I to the conversation... The RAID does look interesting. The odd part is the minimal tread depth it appears to have... The lugs look good as does the abundance of leading edges. The front looks a little like a Dunlop TrailMax Mission. It is interesting how "similar" the front and rear tread patterns are... that is abnormal these days. They look "low profile" and not very "round" when it comes to profile. They will be interesting! Can't wait to see them in person!
I like my Rabaconda Mk 1 for mousses but I use it for all tyre changes. But this new one is much fancier. I won't be trading up because the Mk 1 is pretty good. Baltic Engineering. Damn good.
It’s a slick set-up for sure!
Interesting to see those cold bodies Mitas Dakars changed. Watching this I would like to see NoMar comparison. The big thing with the Rabaconda is the portability. Now which model? I have street/dirt/and Adv bikes. Will you have a discount associated with this purchase? Good go on the 390 ADV. Lighter is very good.
I’ve owned a No-Mar and loved it. This one is better… all parts have just been delivered and the unboxing will be forthcoming… and the first tire change! That should be interesting!!! Stay tuned!
Thats rad!
Makes quick work of it for sure!
I keep seeing videos of this tire changer changing out mag wheels does it work on spoked wheels a demonstration on a spoked wheel would convince me into buying one
I’ve got three coming… KTM 890 Rally Tube Type, Honda Africa Twin and Aprilia Tuareg. Stay tuned! Worked great for each.
What parts of the street Rabaconda are different from the original dirt bike advertised Rabaconda? And does it work on 890r duke and 401 Vitpilens?
Yes Sir! The Street version uses the duck head instead of levers for the tire installation and removal. Same as an industrial tire changer. It’ll work for all wheels and super stiff sidewalls.
Plastic or not, does the "duckhead" touch the wheel at all while it is rotating around the wheel?
You can position it either way. I’ve done both and both worked
I just ordered one. No more tire spoons for me!
Awesome!!!
Im new to this but watched 1 guy hand jam a Trail Max Mission on his AT. Pretty sure he said it took 3 hours
The TrailMax Mission is TOUGH! I’ll be installing one soon… that will be a great test.
Can I use the street version on ADV and dirt bike knobbies?
Yes. 100% that’s what I use it for
Still wondering how that pin that holds the rim will fare against the spokes of my adv tires, wouldn't that pin bend the spokes?
Great question. The pin is close to the rim and and the pressure isn’t great if the technique is correct. I’ll explore this more for you though.
You use a strap instead of the metal pin. Strap is included with the tire changer and you can check how it is used on the spoked wheels on Rabaconda TH-cam channel
@@Rabaconda great feedback!
Let’s see a 17” rear TrailMax Mission 😅
Coming right up… (in a couple weeks) I’ll mount up the Missions on a 17” rear wheel for you.
Kyle, I am in the market for a Dual Venture Front and RallZ Back in my 2020 KTM 390 Adventure.
I have the stock Rims, would like the best tire size to fit the Rims.
Is that a good combo? Will be on amd off road this year.....currently still have the original tires, looking to upgrade this year
It’s a great combo! I’m about ready to put them on my 390. I can provide them for you. Please shoot me an email. Manybikes at g mail dot com. 110/80-19 in the front and 130/80-17 in the rear.
@@manybikes Thanks for the quick reply Kyle!
@@billfinch800 yes Sir!
So is this good for dirt bike/dual sport. Or should i get the dirt model?
The street changer is all I'd purchase. It works great.
Thanks mate! Thats the answer i wanted to hear :)@@manybikes
I have done tubeless, tubes and dirt bike tires with ease.
Dang. In my country that things costs double! It'll take around 11 SETS just to make it worth it.
I do 11 sets in half a year ;) Totally worth it!
🤬🤬🤬In their tutorial video he uses the bead grease. I just got the complete starter kit with their bead grease 2 days ago, 3 weeks earlier than expected👍👍👍 and tried it out this morning. The bead grease is like really bad sex lube, it goes on slick but dries up crusty in a very short time, plus the included brush leaves bristles stuck to everything. In this video he's using soapy water in a spray bottle and gets a better result! Regardless, this machine really works as advertised, could not be happier with it!
Thanks for watching! I personally use soapy water to get the bead broken. I had your exact situation when using the Bead Grease and the brush. Bristles everywhere! And it was super slippery for a few minutes and then became "sticky." Once dry, tough to get off without chemical help. The tool is awesome! Fits in a bag, is portable and very well thought out. I am very happy with it! Just did my first change this AM and it went smoothly.
I've got one ordered, but we need a correction.......if you take your bike and a tire in to be changed it will cost about $100, if you take the wheel off yourself, take it to have tire changed and put the wheel back on by yourself it will cost about $35
Unfortunately for me I ordered off Amazon for $629 instead of $589 ad here....$40 , don't know if they charge shipping, Amazon doesn't
So it's going to take 18 tire changes to pay for itself.....I can charge $35 and actually get my money back
Thanks for your feedback. NOT HERE!!! OFF THE BIKE it is $35 per wheel for the mounting and $15 per wheel for the balancing. That is $100 for both wheels OFF the bike! On the bike they charge 2 hours labor at $125 hr so its about $250 for the mount and balance.
Why is that flat tool touching the wheel at 5:10? If the tire is spinning underneath it to break the bottom bead, then there is risk of damaging your wheel!!
It’s on the duck head not the wheel.
@@manybikes That black bar he is holding, is not under the duckhead.
Why dont people use these for dirt tires?
They should! It was recently invented…
Cool but what about balancing?
I use a static balancer. I’ll feature that in an upcoming video. Static balancing is the way to go.
Would it do motocross tires?
Yes, 100%
Check this out... It is shown here: th-cam.com/video/4Knzn6pT6J4/w-d-xo.html
😁
Love it!
Keep the camera still dinkis
Thanks for your feedback. Running and recording with the DJI gimbal… sorry it wasn’t good enough.