Hey. I know it`s an old video. I`m in the middle of changing rear tire for the first time on my 2018 Chieftain. Watching other videos and they have a 6 in metal rod on the left side of the bike that pulls out that releases that drops the swingarm down more give slack in the belt to move to the side. So you might not need to adjust it after getting a new tire on. And no need to remove exhaust pipe. Great video it helps a lot.
Thanks for recording/uploading! Two things I did differently: (1) Cleaned everything before reassembling; (2) Used a torque wrench to tighten the 1-1/16" axle nut.
Great video. The Indian dealership told me the out-the-door price for a tire change would be $656.83 😱 and I know 3/4 of that has to be labor for removing/reinstalling the darn tire and exhaust. Your video will help me save a ton of $$$.
Thanks for very informative video, I saw this video cancel appointment on Indian dealer and I remove tires put new brakes on my Indian chieftain my self save a good chunk of $ thanks again looking forward to more videos
There is a pin that you can take out. That will drop the back forks. This woll allow you not to mess.with the mufflers at all. You access it it up by the seat.
I really dig the crown royal bag on the calipers. Smart! I've always taken the front fender off to change my front tire, it's neat to see that you don't have to do that!
Wow, Removing rear and front wheels from a 40's thru 50's full-fendered Chief , on the side of the road , was possible with only a large allen wrench and a crescent wrench. The center stand , plus side stand, permitted tilting bike to the left making removal of wheels fairly easy. Front and rear wheels were also interchangeable. Getting 5.00 x 16.00 tires off wheels with two tire irons was "good exercise".
Gracias por la información, me ha sido de mucha ayuda, tengo que remplazar las llantas de mi Springfield, y creo que lo haré este fin de semana, Saludos Adiós
For anybody who has done their own tires, I have my tires and inner tubes and I inflated the tube inside the tires just to get some shape into them with no wheel. The front fits nicely but the rears have a little wiggle room. Is that right? Parts are Drag Specialties 181227 front and 181226 rear. TIA
I do the same thing. Airing the tube till it's round. Some tubes will fit differently. Tubes can be used in several sizes. Example is a 90/90-19 tube can be used up to a 110/90-19 tire.
Thanks for the video! Changing the tires on my 2018 Springfield which is basically the same frame so this will help! Just gotta say that an infowars hat and wearing a weapon inside a motorcycle trailer while you do work is not a good look for people to take you seriously 😐
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Hey. I know it`s an old video. I`m in the middle of changing rear tire for the first time on my 2018 Chieftain. Watching other videos and they have a 6 in metal rod on the left side of the bike that pulls out that releases that drops the swingarm down more give slack in the belt to move to the side. So you might not need to adjust it after getting a new tire on. And no need to remove exhaust pipe. Great video it helps a lot.
Thanks for recording/uploading! Two things I did differently: (1) Cleaned everything before reassembling; (2) Used a torque wrench to tighten the 1-1/16" axle nut.
Great video. The Indian dealership told me the out-the-door price for a tire change would be $656.83 😱 and I know 3/4 of that has to be labor for removing/reinstalling the darn tire and exhaust. Your video will help me save a ton of $$$.
For just one tire or both?
Thanks for very informative video, I saw this video cancel appointment on Indian dealer and I remove tires put new brakes on my Indian chieftain my self save a good chunk of $ thanks again looking forward to more videos
Welcome. Thanks for watching and ride safe.
I'm getting ready to change brakes and tires on my 2017 Roadmaster this video will help
Great vid and thanx a lot for your effort! Now I'm confident to try a wheel change on my own Roadmaster!
Happy to help. Ride safe.
You make it look pretty simple! i need a front tire before long and i will refer back to your video. great job!
Outstanding vid. I've saved it for the day I've got to do my Dark Horse tires. Thank you!
Welcome. Ride safe.
There is a pin that you can take out. That will drop the back forks. This woll allow you not to mess.with the mufflers at all. You access it it up by the seat.
Thanks for the helpful vid...just changed my tires on my 17 Chieftain
Welcome. I'm glad I was able to help. Ride safe.
Big help! Thanks Man!
I really dig the crown royal bag on the calipers. Smart! I've always taken the front fender off to change my front tire, it's neat to see that you don't have to do that!
Great vid! Thank you for taking the time for taking the video. It really helps!
Welcome. Ride safe.
Thanks for the info. on changing tires. I'm going to try my tires on my 2018 RoadMaster Classic.
Welcome. Hope it works out and saves you some money. Ride safe.
God bless you brother. Thank You!
This is the only video out there on changing rear tire. Thanks for taking the time! Could you say what you did do to check belt alignment?
Appreciate the help u saved me 118$ thanks so much
Welcome. Happy to help. Big reason for making these videos. Ride safe.
$118! Where I’m at they are charging $350.
Wow, Removing rear and front wheels from a 40's thru 50's full-fendered Chief , on the side of the road , was possible with only a large allen wrench and a crescent wrench. The center stand , plus side stand, permitted tilting bike to the left making removal of wheels fairly easy. Front and rear wheels were also interchangeable. Getting 5.00 x 16.00 tires off wheels with two tire irons was "good exercise".
Bikes have gotten a little heavier since then and need a little more support to lift. That would be my guess.lol
Thanks for vid! Just change tires on my 17 Vintage.
Thanks for watching. Ride safe.
I'm looking to change my tires out on my 2017 roadmaster. 1st thing I need to do is buy a jack, any recommendations?
I am INDIAN 🇮🇳 from Odisha,
I think it would be wise to specify torque values on some of those critical fasteners.
Gracias por la información, me ha sido de mucha ayuda, tengo que remplazar las llantas de mi Springfield, y creo que lo haré este fin de semana, Saludos Adiós
For anybody who has done their own tires, I have my tires and inner tubes and I inflated the tube inside the tires just to get some shape into them with no wheel. The front fits nicely but the rears have a little wiggle room. Is that right? Parts are Drag Specialties 181227 front and 181226 rear. TIA
I do the same thing. Airing the tube till it's round. Some tubes will fit differently. Tubes can be used in several sizes. Example is a 90/90-19 tube can be used up to a 110/90-19 tire.
good vid
Thanks. Ride safe.
you do not have to remove mufflers they have a pin under the left side side cover thatdropss the swing arm
Did you have anything special on your jack for lifting the bike? They sure dropped the ball when they ran the brake lines under the frame!
What I did not see is you aligning the belt after remounting the rear tire plus 65lb torque on axil
Metric fits better because Its metric 1-1/16 is 27mn
5/16 is 8mm hex
1/2 is 13mm
Hey Kids. Service manual method MUCH different. No need to pull the exhaust!
You do know it’s all metric and not inch sizes as you stated .
Good video but Indian uses metric nuts and bolts not standard. Thanks for the video.
What you didn’t show how to check the rear belt for tension and alignment
Must of forgot to mention it. It’s a quick check.
I was able to remove the left side without having to cut any zip tie
Thanks for the video! Changing the tires on my 2018 Springfield which is basically the same frame so this will help!
Just gotta say that an infowars hat and wearing a weapon inside a motorcycle trailer while you do work is not a good look for people to take you seriously 😐
Welcome. Glad I was able to help. Take me serious about what?