find tire stuff here: Shinko SR244 5.10-18 (My front tire installed in video) amzn.to/2MbKD8G (amazon affiliate link) Shinko SR244 4.60-18 (smaller front tire) amzn.to/2Gp9qjU (amazon affiliate link) TW200 stock front tire (Bridgestone Trail Wing TW31 130/80-18): amzn.to/2UvPnFr (amazon affiliate link) TW200 stock rear tire (Bridgestone Trail Wing TW34 180/80-14): amzn.to/2MFyuFb (amazon affiliate link) standard tube for front tire: amzn.to/2MppneO (amazon affiliate link) heavy duty tube for front tire: amzn.to/2vI5fer (amazon affiliate link) rear tire tube: amzn.to/2MMkeKE (amazon affiliate link) www.denniskirk.com/bridgestone/14-tr-4-cmv-standard-tire-tube-180-80-14-548715.p652054.prd/652054.sku balancing beads kit: amzn.to/2B4Qqb6 (amazon affiliate link) motion pro bead pro's (aluminum) (ones I have): amzn.to/2MHCNQo (amazon affiliate link) motion pro bead pro's (forged steel): amzn.to/2B9oZNk (amazon affiliate link) Motion Pro Bead Buddy II: amzn.to/2KO9XMu (amazon affiliate link) Motion Pro Rim Protectors: amzn.to/2OySz0n (amazon affiliate link) valve core tool (shown in video): amzn.to/2B9jKNq (amazon affiliate link) valve stem caps with built in valve core tool: amzn.to/2Gs4IC1 (amazon affiliate link) tool roll (not the exact one I have but very similar) : amzn.to/33DBD1K (amazon affiliate link) (buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!) Specs: front Axle nut: 90nm (65ftlb) stock tire pressure (front and back): 18psi
It's always a good idea to use cornstarch baby powder (not talc due to the hazard) on the tube during assembly. This is not always practical in field repairs like in the shop. The baby powder allows the tube to slide in the tire easier during re-assembly, but more importantly it keeps the tube from sticking to the tire. When the tube can move more freely in the tire there is less of a chance of ripping out the valve stem if the tire were to rotate slightly on the rim since the TW does not use rim locks. If you have ever changed a tire and tube that have been together for a long time it can be difficult to remove the tube as it tends to "weld" itself to the tire. Also keeping the valve stem nut loose (or removing it) can let you know if the valve stem gets crooked from the tire slipping on the rim. Also, those Bead Pro tire irons are the greatest ones on the market as you don't need another tool to break the bead. Keep up the great videos.
Awesome video. Thanks. 👍 I picked up my TDub a year ago. End of 2023. With 2,400km or maybe 1,700 miles on it. I just put 5,500km on it this year and only now realizing my TDub is still running factory tires from 1997. Tread is ok too. And no cracking. 😆 🤣 New rubbers on the way including this 244 in 5.10-18. Looks great.
Got about 160 miles on my TDub!!....Rode 15 miles today in the snow, mud, ice, and more mud. Beat my fat old ass up a bit, too!! Love it, runs better everyday!!! Good video, you do nice , clean work.
nice! that's a good start haha those kinds of rides are always fun. yeah I feel like mine ran a lot better after getting it broken in. thank you kind sir, much appreciated 😃
I like your tire changing videos because all the other ones on TH-cam are all from dirt bike channels who are always changing super skinny, super soft tires that they can practically do by hand. It's crazy what a different experience it is when someone is changing a 'real' dual sport tire that people use in a larger diameter.
Great tutorial ! I would add one little step, coat the axle in light grease to keep rust from forming! Nothing beats a fresh set of tires in the dirt, ride safe!
ive been cruising the internet looking for a replacement for my little smart car for picking up small things without using my giant truck(lease return - they wouldnt let me keep it or i would have. also, cant get another they no longer import) so was thinking scooter... then i found this thing. must say your videos are extremely helpful! i was afraid of watching motorcycle videos because i dont have the best impression of, "motorcycle people" but your videos showed me that not all 2 wheel folks are drugged out grizzly bear wannabees on harleys. what i got from this video is this: take the new wheel and the bike to the dealer. bring credit card and paperback book. yep. i dont have these tools.
oh nice! this would be a great bike indeed as long as you don't need to go over 55mph, you can get 70-90mpg and can haul a good amount of stuff with a cyclerack. glad they have been helpful! many different motorcycle riders out there haha
If you inflate the inner tube with a little bit of air it helps to prevent pinching it while installing the tire. Also makes it a little easier to install the tube in inside the tire 😉👍 great vids 👏
@@TDubsKid Doh, I can attest to that. I just did my front tire in the house and skipped the air up step as it's snowing and blowing here in Central Oregon. Well guess what I got to do it twice because I did pinch the tube on the last grab.
Brother, I just proudly changed my first tire ever on my TW, with only the help of your video here. Thank you so much. Just wanted you to know this and your other videos are very much appreciated. P.S. The beads go in easy peasy if you focus the vibration on the bottle itself. It controls the flow of beads exiting the bottle and didn’t get stuffed once that way.
1:02 (whispers) “Some people call it the death wing.” I think i’ve replayed that moment to its own death. Thanks for the info! Changing out my 2019 Tdubs stock front tire to a Shinko tomorrow (dumped my bike too many times already). We live on the Colorado front range as well and graduated from mtn biking to dual sport motorcycles to do exactly what you’re doing. I did freak out from your motocamp vid and you hearing the freaky mtn lion screaming, but we’re still up for the challenge😬. This is my favorite channel!
haha glad you enjoyed that, nice! I like my shinko tire, makes the steering feel a little heavier though but grips better, haha yeah that was quite scary, don't think I got much sleep after that
Awesome video. I've changed a lot of tires, and this was great! I will pick up a set of Bead Pro tire tools. The bead on the rear of my DR650 is almost impossible to break free. Maybe these will help? Thanks for the tip. One thing, while cleaning everything up those plastic bearing dust covers do come off with two small screw drivers. This allows you to add grease to the bearing and snap the plastic cover back on to the bearing once greased. Pry the cover from the outer part of the bearing. The factory does not add much grease when new.
TDKIddd, Hey you should choose a day and have a "subscriber meet and greet" I'm sure you would have several people who would want to head that way to do a ride and camp. I'd ride my tdub from New Mexico to ride those trails and I'd like to shake your hand and bring you a coors light for the camp fire. ha. I've learned alot from your mechanic skills for sure. Big fan. (I'm a old 52 yr old retired fighter pilot who never grew up) cheers dude.
that's a great idea! ill have to try and organize something like that this summer. that would be so cool. glad to hear your enjoying the videos! wow that's super neat you were a fighter pilot, thank you for your service 😃
@@TDubsKid yeah man , I got some help in the end as I was confused by the gearing for the Speedo , but it was pretty straight forward ,.... Cheers dude. :)
@@TDubsKid Thanks for the reply. Must have missed that earlier video of yours. I am in process of putting together a tool kit and a video from you would provide some helpful insight. I’m sure you have nothing else to do!
I recently bought a TW and have been watching all of your videos so thanks! Quick question, should you hear a pop or anything when the beads seat? It looks even all around but I never hear anything. Thanks!
Excellent video. Wondering if you have tried the Shinko 241 yet? I’m debating between it and the 244. I ride mostly eastern woods on dirt/rock/mud. I deff want a very stable planted feel but also don’t want an overly heavy front end feel. Apparently the 241 offers the best of both worlds. Appreciate it!
Albert Tran it fits good. Tw has same rim size in front as a dirt big rear. Nice to be able to run lower air pressure without pinch flats and beating up rims.
The FIRST THING you do to a TW-200: Replace the Bridgestone DeathWing front tire with a Shinko 241 or 244 or be ready to lowside your pretty T-Dub on a rain slick road. The rear tire is adequate. Everything else is just extra frills.
@@TDubsKid I have three motorcycles, and the tiny T-Dub is the favorite for short trips, because it's light and fun. You don't need to haul out he BMW GS Adventure beats out for a cookie and milk run. Having a front tire that doesn't wash out when you look at it funny is critical to getting your cookies home uncrumbled. There was a guy on the TW-200 Forum who was told at a motorcycle store that the Shinko 241 was a bad tire for the T-Dub. MOST people use that as the alternate tire from stock. Watch out for bad advice from idiots. ASK THE PEOPLE THAT RIDE THEM.
Thanks for the great videos! Lots of good ideas. Do you have any suggestions for a windshield for a tw200. I do more riding on road than off and the weather is getting cooler. I don't want something big and ugly but maybe you have some good ideas. Thanks Brian
no problem! the jimbo shield looks neat. I think a guy on the forums make them. not very simple to purchase. the univereal ones seem like they work pretty well if you use locktite haha
TDubskid I bought a new 2021 TW200 last year and I only had chance to put 100 kms on it off road, I do light trail riding but come across dirt roads with deep gravel at times, wet clay and mud as well as hard pack single trail. I’m not too worried about pavement performance but wanting to get a replacement tire as the trail wing almost caused me to bite dirt few times from slipping on mud and gravel. My choices are between Shinko 241 and 244, why did you choose 244? How do you like it for mud and gravel roads? Did you ever use or consider the 241 or have any opinions on it?
Hey, not really any particular reason I chose the 244 haven’t tried the 241 so I cant say for sure. Ill try a 241 next so I can compare. The tw does like to wander in mud and sand I have found
+JAY OFFMAN thank you! Haha I totally forgot about that, I carry a small hand pump on my bike but probably would take an hour just to inflate the tire 🤣
Hey thanks bro I did my first moto tire change! Went with the 241. It was not too bad a project thanks to your video 🤙🏽 Have you done anything with your forks and front suspension? I noticed your boots are cracked like mine haha! I was gonna try the fork skins and figured I’d at least change the oil in there if I’m gonna take the buggers off. Eventually I’ll do the stiffer springs too!
hey no problem! congrats! that's a good tire as well. glad it went well. I haven't yet, i'm going to do one on new boots before long and will do suspension upgrades later on
This front tire option is subject of mine lately. This video you posted is now 5 years old. I see some people recommend the SR244 and others the SR241. I have a 2019 with the original front tire and in loose sand, this thing is going to kill you. So I am looking for a "current" recommendation for loose sand (like beach sand) and/or loose gravel and of course still good on the pavement. Any assistance is appreciated, thank you
Easer way. For removing the second side of the tire... take it off the opposite way that you showed. Levering from the outside avoids the first bead interference you encountered. Once the second side is free the rim will drop freely down inside the tire, from there the wheel comes out of the tire very easily.
Awesome video. I'm gonna change the front and back on my TW I got the front trail wing 130 tire. I'm gonna try the balancing beads. Should I put the 3oz beads in that front tire?
@@TDubsKid OMG! I love it! I just tried it out yesterday... It does feel slightly slower (response time) but I immediately felt a huge difference in traction on the street. Wayyyy safer/stable feeling compared to death wing lol. It is slightly heavier than the stock death wing but not by much. Haven't tried it in mud yet but I'll definitely be testing it out soon.
Hey, thanks for this video. It totally got me through my first tire change. Question for you: you used a whole 3oz bag of beads? I ask because I got the same set and looked at the chart after I got the beads in, and it looks like they recommend 2oz. Though, it's not exactly clear. I am running the same tire (same size). If 3oz has worked for you, I am not going to worry about it.
would it be a bad idea to use some blue thread locker on the axel not? mostly just to protect the threads from getting seized but also to make sure it does not vibrate off.
+Snow Ball nice! It’s a great front tire for the tw, it’s probably what I’ll always use, I wanna day somewhere between 7 to 10,000, don’t remember exactly
it's possible I guess but seems unlikly because I don't think anyone makes a kit for the rear tire. it's such a unique size. I don't know much about tubeless tires though. over 15,000 miles on my tw and only had one flat from a nail
I’m very curious where is that sick concrete drainage ditch road way thing is. I live in foco and wanna check it out and possibly try to shoot a vid there! I’m assuming it’s near Sedalia area?
Counteract has a “how much bead calculator” and recommends 2oz where you used 3oz. The tire is 5.10/18, which roughly converts to 130-80/18, correct? Thanks
www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-steel-atvmotorcycle-lift-60536.html?_br_psugg_q=motorcycle+lifts it's great, I even used it to pivot my van body off the frame to replace body mounts and also used it to support my vans fuel tank. and rear dana 60 axle. works great for a lot of things including motorccyles
Hey is your lift from HF? I think I have the same one lol That bead pro tool is slick. I hate changing tires though, its the only thing I have the shop do.(Pretty cheap when you bring them just the wheels) Oh and if you ever wanna slime or use any kind of puncture sealer in your tube, do not use any kind of balance beads. They will stick to the slime and your tire will not be balanced. Ask how I know ;) haha
+AJ yeah it is! Works great too, I got it with one of those 20% off coupons too, for sure, those tools work very well. Makes sense, im finding out it seems to get easier everytime I change a tire. Hahaha yeah that would make sense 🤣
Hey Brother, how many ounces of counteract tire balancer did you use? I’m installing a 120-80-18 Kenda 270 front tire. I’m seeing two different amounts. 1oz and 2oz. Which would be correct?
looks like 2 oz would be good for that tire, you can see the application chart here www.counteractbalancing.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ApplicationChartBike2020-v3.pdf
I'm looking to buy this tire for my TW and I'm curious how you accounted for the different tire size with the speedometer. Were you able to change the gear?
it's not a big enough change to make much of any difference. the stock speedometer is not really that accurate anyways but close enough, Ill try to remember to check my gps speed with the tw on this next trip and get back to you
yeah it's quite worth it and I compared it yesterday to my gps and it the tw200 read 50 when my gps read 51mph so only 1 off, that's not bad at all even cars are about 5ish mph off it can also change slightly compared to the tread depth
Or use your girlfriends vibrator whatever is handy! 😂😂😂 great tutorial TDubs! It’s weird though I always seem to be eating breakfast when your vids pop up! Lol keep up the great work👍🏻✌🏻🇨🇦
+smalltownmoto 1 haha I was I knew someone would say something like that. Lol thank you! Makes sense because I schedule them at around 5:30 everytime. Much appreciated, I’ll keep them coming :)
Screw those balancing beads. I ruined a good tube when I was changing out my front tire. They clogged up the stem and nothing i did would remove them. They got wedged. Did everything from video even vibrated them.
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find tire stuff here:
Shinko SR244 5.10-18 (My front tire installed in video)
amzn.to/2MbKD8G (amazon affiliate link)
Shinko SR244 4.60-18 (smaller front tire) amzn.to/2Gp9qjU (amazon affiliate link)
TW200 stock front tire (Bridgestone Trail Wing TW31 130/80-18): amzn.to/2UvPnFr (amazon affiliate link)
TW200 stock rear tire (Bridgestone Trail Wing TW34 180/80-14):
amzn.to/2MFyuFb (amazon affiliate link)
standard tube for front tire: amzn.to/2MppneO (amazon affiliate link)
heavy duty tube for front tire: amzn.to/2vI5fer (amazon affiliate link)
rear tire tube: amzn.to/2MMkeKE (amazon affiliate link)
www.denniskirk.com/bridgestone/14-tr-4-cmv-standard-tire-tube-180-80-14-548715.p652054.prd/652054.sku
balancing beads kit: amzn.to/2B4Qqb6 (amazon affiliate link)
motion pro bead pro's (aluminum) (ones I have): amzn.to/2MHCNQo (amazon affiliate link)
motion pro bead pro's (forged steel): amzn.to/2B9oZNk (amazon affiliate link)
Motion Pro Bead Buddy II: amzn.to/2KO9XMu (amazon affiliate link)
Motion Pro Rim Protectors: amzn.to/2OySz0n (amazon affiliate link)
valve core tool (shown in video): amzn.to/2B9jKNq (amazon affiliate link)
valve stem caps with built in valve core tool: amzn.to/2Gs4IC1 (amazon affiliate link)
tool roll (not the exact one I have but very similar) : amzn.to/33DBD1K (amazon affiliate link)
(buying from an affiliate link will help me support the channel at no extra cost to you, thanks!)
Specs:
front Axle nut: 90nm (65ftlb)
stock tire pressure (front and back): 18psi
TDubsKid
What year is ur Tw
2014
TDubsKid
Thanks buddy
no problem!
TDubsKid I run tubeless so what do I do
It's always a good idea to use cornstarch baby powder (not talc due to the hazard) on the tube during assembly. This is not always practical in field repairs like in the shop. The baby powder allows the tube to slide in the tire easier during re-assembly, but more importantly it keeps the tube from sticking to the tire. When the tube can move more freely in the tire there is less of a chance of ripping out the valve stem if the tire were to rotate slightly on the rim since the TW does not use rim locks. If you have ever changed a tire and tube that have been together for a long time it can be difficult to remove the tube as it tends to "weld" itself to the tire. Also keeping the valve stem nut loose (or removing it) can let you know if the valve stem gets crooked from the tire slipping on the rim. Also, those Bead Pro tire irons are the greatest ones on the market as you don't need another tool to break the bead. Keep up the great videos.
thanks for the valuable info!
Awesome video. Thanks. 👍 I picked up my TDub a year ago. End of 2023. With 2,400km or maybe 1,700 miles on it. I just put 5,500km on it this year and only now realizing my TDub is still running factory tires from 1997. Tread is ok too. And no cracking. 😆 🤣
New rubbers on the way including this 244 in 5.10-18. Looks great.
Thanks! No problem. Wow probably not a bad idea to get some new tires on! Hope you enjoy
That’s exactly how it’s done. I can tell by how thorough you are that you realize that your life depends on how well you wrench.
for sure, thanks! yeah definitely not something you would want to mess up
Got about 160 miles on my TDub!!....Rode 15 miles today in the snow, mud, ice, and more mud. Beat my fat old ass up a bit, too!! Love it, runs better everyday!!! Good video, you do nice , clean work.
nice! that's a good start haha those kinds of rides are always fun. yeah I feel like mine ran a lot better after getting it broken in. thank you kind sir, much appreciated 😃
I like your tire changing videos because all the other ones on TH-cam are all from dirt bike channels who are always changing super skinny, super soft tires that they can practically do by hand. It's crazy what a different experience it is when someone is changing a 'real' dual sport tire that people use in a larger diameter.
thanks! glad you enjoyed it, haha yeah the bigger tires definitely can be a bit more tricky
Great tutorial ! I would add one little step, coat the axle in light grease to keep rust from forming! Nothing beats a fresh set of tires in the dirt, ride safe!
thank you! and that's a good idea, ill do that next time. true that! thanks ride safe as well
Thanks for another great video. What grease did you say should be used on the bearings/axle? Amazon link would be helpful if you don’t mind.
Got 400 miles on my TDUB...Had to re adjust the chain twice..exhaust valve once..and one oil change. Love the bike!!!
nice! on your way to 1000! yeah the stock chain stretches like crazy. not too bad though. glad to hear your enjoying it!
got my self the shank 244 after being it on your video, it rides just perfect. thanks for the videos
hey glad you like that tire too! no problem, thanks for watching
Another fine how -to.. Thanks TDubs
thanks! much appreciated 😃
ive been cruising the internet looking for a replacement for my little smart car for picking up small things without using my giant truck(lease return - they wouldnt let me keep it or i would have. also, cant get another they no longer import) so was thinking scooter... then i found this thing.
must say your videos are extremely helpful! i was afraid of watching motorcycle videos because i dont have the best impression of, "motorcycle people" but your videos showed me that not all 2 wheel folks are drugged out grizzly bear wannabees on harleys.
what i got from this video is this: take the new wheel and the bike to the dealer. bring credit card and paperback book. yep. i dont have these tools.
oh nice! this would be a great bike indeed as long as you don't need to go over 55mph, you can get 70-90mpg and can haul a good amount of stuff with a cyclerack. glad they have been helpful! many different motorcycle riders out there haha
cant wait to see you back out in rampart range riding! still gotta take a rain check riding on a sat with you guys!
for sure! it's still closed right now but shouldn't be much longer :)
@@TDubsKid haha def man!!
Nice job! I run the same tires on my wr250x. 5.1 rear, 4.x front. Underrated tires for sure.
hey thanks! that's cool, they are good value for sure
You can tell a biker by his tires, either lazy, or a true rider, you my friend are a true rider
+Mopar3i8 haha indeed, so much was explored on that tire! Hopefully this new tire will take me many more new places. Thanks!
If you inflate the inner tube with a little bit of air it helps to prevent pinching it while installing the tire. Also makes it a little easier to install the tube in inside the tire 😉👍 great vids 👏
thanks for the tip, much appreciated 😀
@@TDubsKid Doh, I can attest to that. I just did my front tire in the house and skipped the air up step as it's snowing and blowing here in Central Oregon. Well guess what I got to do it twice because I did pinch the tube on the last grab.
Brother, I just proudly changed my first tire ever on my TW, with only the help of your video here. Thank you so much. Just wanted you to know this and your other videos are very much appreciated. P.S. The beads go in easy peasy if you focus the vibration on the bottle itself. It controls the flow of beads exiting the bottle and didn’t get stuffed once that way.
1:02 (whispers) “Some people call it the death wing.”
I think i’ve replayed that moment to its own death. Thanks for the info! Changing out my 2019 Tdubs stock front tire to a Shinko tomorrow (dumped my bike too many times already). We live on the Colorado front range as well and graduated from mtn biking to dual sport motorcycles to do exactly what you’re doing. I did freak out from your motocamp vid and you hearing the freaky mtn lion screaming, but we’re still up for the challenge😬. This is my favorite channel!
haha glad you enjoyed that, nice! I like my shinko tire, makes the steering feel a little heavier though but grips better, haha yeah that was quite scary, don't think I got much sleep after that
Awesome video. I've changed a lot of tires, and this was great! I will pick up a set of Bead Pro tire tools. The bead on the rear of my DR650 is almost impossible to break free. Maybe these will help? Thanks for the tip. One thing, while cleaning everything up those plastic bearing dust covers do come off with two small screw drivers. This allows you to add grease to the bearing and snap the plastic cover back on to the bearing once greased. Pry the cover from the outer part of the bearing. The factory does not add much grease when new.
thank you! I feel like I get faster at it every time I do it! I think the bead pros should do the trick hopefully. thanks! good idea!
TDKIddd, Hey you should choose a day and have a "subscriber meet and greet" I'm sure you would have several people who would want to head that way to do a ride and camp. I'd ride my tdub from New Mexico to ride those trails and I'd like to shake your hand and bring you a coors light for the camp fire. ha. I've learned alot from your mechanic skills for sure. Big fan. (I'm a old 52 yr old retired fighter pilot who never grew up) cheers dude.
that's a great idea! ill have to try and organize something like that this summer. that would be so cool. glad to hear your enjoying the videos! wow that's super neat you were a fighter pilot, thank you for your service 😃
Great video. Lots of fun changing tires.
+Benjimen Franklin thanks! Haha that’s for sure, at least it seems to get easier and easier everytime I do it
A tip for da beads... if you have a mouse power sander that’s work well too
that will work well!
Do you have a video about all the tools you keep in your bike?
I love your stuff! I'm a new tw owner. Thanks
I do but its really old a lot has changed since then. Need to make a new video
Great idea with the engraver, I'll have to try that next time
+GETUP AND GO yeah someone gave me that idea on the rear tire video, never would have thought about that on my own haha
Good idea on the vibration to get the beads in. I dont even own a TDUB but enjoyed the video
yeah i'm glad someone gave me that idea haha good to hear you enjoyed it!
You should do general motorcycle vids too, this is super well done like all your vids.
that's a good idea. ill have to consider that. thanks!
Tdub you are the MAN!!!!!!
thanks!
Sweet dude ,
Could have used this alittle while back but I did everything okay !
Your the dude man
awesome! yeah too bad I didn't get it done earlier. glad you still got it back together ok though. thanks haha
@@TDubsKid yeah man , I got some help in the end as I was confused by the gearing for the Speedo , but it was pretty straight forward ,....
Cheers dude. :)
that's good at least. ride on :)
Nice how to video...you did a great job
+outdoor adventures and traveling thank you, much appreciated :)
Have you or could you do a video on what you carry in your tool kit and why?
I made one way back in the day but a lot has changed since then. Will need to make an updated one
@@TDubsKid Thanks for the reply. Must have missed that earlier video of yours. I am in process of putting together a tool kit and a video from you would provide some helpful insight. I’m sure you have nothing else to do!
thanks! bought the tools through your affiliate link, couldn't do it with out ya!
no problem! thanks so much! glad the video was helpful
Great video! Thank you for what you do!
thanks! no problem, ill keep the videos coming
I recently bought a TW and have been watching all of your videos so thanks! Quick question, should you hear a pop or anything when the beads seat? It looks even all around but I never hear anything. Thanks!
glad you are enjoying the videos! and congrats on getting a TW. sometimes you won't hear a pop if it's lubed up well
Excellent video. Wondering if you have tried the Shinko 241 yet? I’m debating between it and the 244. I ride mostly eastern woods on dirt/rock/mud. I deff want a very stable planted feel but also don’t want an overly heavy front end feel. Apparently the 241 offers the best of both worlds. Appreciate it!
thanks! ill have to give the 241 a try next, haven't tried it yet. hope it works out well for you. no problem.
You ever looking at running Nuetech Tubliss, Been running it on my tw200 and Husky 701 for 3 years now.
Jamie B how’s the fit on tw?
Albert Tran it fits good. Tw has same rim size in front as a dirt big rear. Nice to be able to run lower air pressure without pinch flats and beating up rims.
that's pretty cool, would be great for riding the super rocky roads
Been wondering if anyone runs tubeless on the TW. Thanks for sharing! 🍻
The FIRST THING you do to a TW-200: Replace the Bridgestone DeathWing front tire with a Shinko 241 or 244 or be ready to lowside your pretty T-Dub on a rain slick road. The rear tire is adequate. Everything else is just extra frills.
haha true that! good call. yeah I don't mind the rear tire
@@TDubsKid I have three motorcycles, and the tiny T-Dub is the favorite for short trips, because it's light and fun. You don't need to haul out he BMW GS Adventure beats out for a cookie and milk run. Having a front tire that doesn't wash out when you look at it funny is critical to getting your cookies home uncrumbled. There was a guy on the TW-200 Forum who was told at a motorcycle store that the Shinko 241 was a bad tire for the T-Dub. MOST people use that as the alternate tire from stock. Watch out for bad advice from idiots. ASK THE PEOPLE THAT RIDE THEM.
Thanks for the great videos! Lots of good ideas. Do you have any suggestions for a windshield for a tw200. I do more riding on road than off and the weather is getting cooler. I don't want something big and ugly but maybe you have some good ideas. Thanks Brian
no problem! the jimbo shield looks neat. I think a guy on the forums make them. not very simple to purchase. the univereal ones seem like they work pretty well if you use locktite haha
If you e got balancing beads inside the tires, does that mean you can't "fix" a puncture with Slime while on the trail?
Im sure it will be fine, its gotta be replaced anyway
Can you pls do a video on how to clean the carburetor.
it's on the list
TDubskid
I bought a new 2021 TW200 last year and I only had chance to put 100 kms on it off road, I do light trail riding but come across dirt roads with deep gravel at times, wet clay and mud as well as hard pack single trail. I’m not too worried about pavement performance but wanting to get a replacement tire as the trail wing almost caused me to bite dirt few times from slipping on mud and gravel. My choices are between Shinko 241 and 244, why did you choose 244? How do you like it for mud and gravel roads? Did you ever use or consider the 241 or have any opinions on it?
Hey, not really any particular reason I chose the 244 haven’t tried the 241 so I cant say for sure. Ill try a 241 next so I can compare. The tw does like to wander in mud and sand I have found
What is the difference between the 244 and 214 shinko tire??
just different tread I think
great vid as usual, must be heavy riding around with that air compressor in your tailbag all the time. ;)
+JAY OFFMAN thank you! Haha I totally forgot about that, I carry a small hand pump on my bike but probably would take an hour just to inflate the tire 🤣
@@TDubsKid 🤣
I always grease my front axle before putting it in just for the lil twist at the end
nice!
Hey thanks bro I did my first moto tire change! Went with the 241. It was not too bad a project thanks to your video 🤙🏽
Have you done anything with your forks and front suspension? I noticed your boots are cracked like mine haha! I was gonna try the fork skins and figured I’d at least change the oil in there if I’m gonna take the buggers off. Eventually I’ll do the stiffer springs too!
hey no problem! congrats! that's a good tire as well. glad it went well.
I haven't yet, i'm going to do one on new boots before long and will do suspension upgrades later on
This front tire option is subject of mine lately. This video you posted is now 5 years old. I see some people recommend the SR244 and others the SR241. I have a 2019 with the original front tire and in loose sand, this thing is going to kill you. So I am looking for a "current" recommendation for loose sand (like beach sand) and/or loose gravel and of course still good on the pavement. Any assistance is appreciated, thank you
Easer way. For removing the second side of the tire... take it off the opposite way that you showed. Levering from the outside avoids the first bead interference you encountered. Once the second side is free the rim will drop freely down inside the tire, from there the wheel comes out of the tire very easily.
thanks for the tip, ill have to give that a try next time
Awesome video.
I'm gonna change the front and back on my TW I got the front trail wing 130 tire.
I'm gonna try the balancing beads. Should I put the 3oz beads in that
front tire?
thank you! nice sounds good, and that's what I put in mine and it has worked great so far
Will an aggressive tire on front, help prevent the death wobble ??
Never had a problem with death wobble personally
This video helps out a lot. I went with the Shinko 241 4.00-18. I can't wait to test it out 💪🏼 Thanks for sharing @TDubsKid
Glad it was helpful! let me know how it is!
@@TDubsKid OMG! I love it! I just tried it out yesterday... It does feel slightly slower (response time) but I immediately felt a huge difference in traction on the street. Wayyyy safer/stable feeling compared to death wing lol. It is slightly heavier than the stock death wing but not by much. Haven't tried it in mud yet but I'll definitely be testing it out soon.
Awesome how to TDubsKid ! The views just never end out that way omg so beautiful .
+IRON MAN thanks man! That’s for sure, it’s so great out here
Love ur work the sldetails ... keep it up budy
+panyalvius1 thank you! I’ll keep them coming
Hey, thanks for this video. It totally got me through my first tire change. Question for you: you used a whole 3oz bag of beads? I ask because I got the same set and looked at the chart after I got the beads in, and it looks like they recommend 2oz. Though, it's not exactly clear. I am running the same tire (same size). If 3oz has worked for you, I am not going to worry about it.
hey no problem, glad it was helpful. yeah It should be an issue, I have had 0 problems so far, and I put beads in a long time ago
I always forget that extra wrench leverage trick
yeah it comes in handy. can get kind of sketchy though
any workaround on a front tubeless tire for the tw??
Not sure
would it be a bad idea to use some blue thread locker on the axel not? mostly just to protect the threads from getting seized but also to make sure it does not vibrate off.
it's a lock nut so, you don't have too but it also won't hurt
You should invest in a Baja No Pinch tire tool. Best money you can spend in my opinion.
may look into that someday
I keep fresh rubber on all my families vehicles ( it helps to have a future son in law manage a tire shop)
nice! it's always good to have decent tires, that's a plus haha
Top quality vid kid.
+Robert Miller thank you!
Thanks for the video. Great info.
+dragonrider385 hey no problem! Thank you :)
You are awesome man....great video!!
much appreciated, thanks!
I don't even own a tw200. But if one of my friends get one I know how to fix basicly their whole bike by now 😂
haha your TW200 riding friend will love you 😂
I run the 244 on front too and I love it. How many miles did you get out of the 244 that you replaced?
+Snow Ball nice! It’s a great front tire for the tw, it’s probably what I’ll always use, I wanna day somewhere between 7 to 10,000, don’t remember exactly
Why not run the Shinko 241 tire? Just wondering.
no reason, maybe ill try it next time around
Great video Bro. I use a 3.00 x 18 front Tire.
thank you! nice does it fit well?
@@TDubsKid yeah it fits well Bro. I have to upgrade tires in a few months but I can't seem to find many options as the rear is a 15 inch.
gottcha, yeah that makes sense, yeah I could imagine there not being a lot out there in that size
This is Why i sub you,,cause ya know your stuff mate :)
hey thanks, so much appreciated :)
I didn't see if you spread the brake pads, makes getting wheel on easier .
+SLAM BOY yeah I didn’t do that, probably would helped though
Can you convert the TW200 rims to tubeless tires?
it's possible I guess but seems unlikly because I don't think anyone makes a kit for the rear tire. it's such a unique size. I don't know much about tubeless tires though. over 15,000 miles on my tw and only had one flat from a nail
I’m very curious where is that sick concrete drainage ditch road way thing is. I live in foco and wanna check it out and possibly try to shoot a vid there! I’m assuming it’s near Sedalia area?
it's over by titan road and santafe
sorta near sedalia
TDubsKid thank you my dude !!!
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Wish you were still putting out videos
i'm almost done with the next one. had some unrelated stuff I had to deal with
@@TDubsKid that's awesome. Love seeing that little 250 doing things people say they can't.
it's uploading now. haha yeah it's a great little bike even though it's not fast
Counteract has a “how much bead calculator” and recommends 2oz where you used 3oz. The tire is 5.10/18, which roughly converts to 130-80/18, correct? Thanks
I think so, a little extra shouldn’t hurt
i need to edit my tw200 vids like yours ! nice edit
thanks!
What is the brand of the foot activated stand you use?
www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-steel-atvmotorcycle-lift-60536.html?_br_psugg_q=motorcycle+lifts it's great, I even used it to pivot my van body off the frame to replace body mounts and also used it to support my vans fuel tank. and rear dana 60 axle. works great for a lot of things including motorccyles
IF I DECIDE TO BUY ONE OF THESE TW 200 ,--I THINK I WILL PUT YOUR VIDEOS , ON A HARD DRIVE & KEED THEM HANDY ! THANKS .
Hey sounds good! Thanks for watching
Do you have a video on your tool kit essentials for riding?
I made one a while back, it has changed a bit since then need to make a new one
TDubsKid Cool I’ll look for it!
here is the link in case you couldn't find it th-cam.com/video/BzIO4-HhvcI/w-d-xo.html
Hey is your lift from HF? I think I have the same one lol That bead pro tool is slick. I hate changing tires though, its the only thing I have the shop do.(Pretty cheap when you bring them just the wheels) Oh and if you ever wanna slime or use any kind of puncture sealer in your tube, do not use any kind of balance beads. They will stick to the slime and your tire will not be balanced. Ask how I know ;) haha
+AJ yeah it is! Works great too, I got it with one of those 20% off coupons too, for sure, those tools work very well. Makes sense, im finding out it seems to get easier everytime I change a tire. Hahaha yeah that would make sense 🤣
@@TDubsKid Hell Yeah! I've got the HF coupons app, so I can always get 20% off and some free microfiber towels or a magnet bowl lol
wow cool, I need to get that app, I always find myself there without coupons. gotta love the free stuff. that store is awesome
Yay a new tdubskid video
+369Productions haha I’ll keep new ones coming :)
Did you ever consider the SR241 for the front tire?
thought about it, maybe ill try one next time
Hey Brother, how many ounces of counteract tire balancer did you use? I’m installing a 120-80-18 Kenda 270 front tire. I’m seeing two different amounts. 1oz and 2oz. Which would be correct?
looks like 2 oz would be good for that tire, you can see the application chart here www.counteractbalancing.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ApplicationChartBike2020-v3.pdf
TDubsKid thanks Brother!
What's the difference between the Shinko SR700 tire and the Shinko Goldenboy?
Just different tire tread I think
Tubeless tire lol just got it in the mail. Should still work hopefully
nice
well done!
thanks!
I'm looking to buy this tire for my TW and I'm curious how you accounted for the different tire size with the speedometer. Were you able to change the gear?
it's not a big enough change to make much of any difference. the stock speedometer is not really that accurate anyways but close enough, Ill try to remember to check my gps speed with the tw on this next trip and get back to you
@@TDubsKid that's good to know. I'm thinking I'll probably go with the big size then. I'd like the extra grip. I appreciate you getting back to me!
yeah it's quite worth it and I compared it yesterday to my gps and it the tw200 read 50 when my gps read 51mph so only 1 off, that's not bad at all even cars are about 5ish mph off it can also change slightly compared to the tread depth
@@TDubsKid wow, that's like nothing at all. Definitely not even concerned about it anymore. I appreciate you looking into it for me!
for sure, no problem!
Well done, great video
Thank you very much!
The rear innertube link needs an update.
ok thanks, I updated it
anyone ever try Dunlop 605 on the front of their T-dub?
Not me
Excellent video: thanks!
You are welcome!
SOAP is your friend!
for sure!
Like a pro 👌
+BUSHCRAFT AND FISHING WITH THE PIKEY thanks man!
@TDubsKid
I need a Battery ,is your lithium is good buy, should I go for it ,model ??? # Thanks
yup it is still doing great. here is the video about it, th-cam.com/video/EyWMn_MQYzc/w-d-xo.html link in the description
@@TDubsKid awesome thanks
no problem!
How many miles does your TW have?
it's around 13,700 right now
Hi, On your carburetor’s main jet, is there a plastic catch or something? I can’t figure out which way it goes.
hmm not sure, I have never touched the carburetor, I just know you have to remove the bowl to get to the main jet
Or use your girlfriends vibrator whatever is handy! 😂😂😂 great tutorial TDubs! It’s weird though I always seem to be eating breakfast when your vids pop up! Lol keep up the great work👍🏻✌🏻🇨🇦
+smalltownmoto 1 haha I was I knew someone would say something like that. Lol thank you! Makes sense because I schedule them at around 5:30 everytime. Much appreciated, I’ll keep them coming :)
TDubsKid count on me! 😂 lookin forward to the next one bud! ✌🏻
haha 😂 it should be a good one
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Screw those balancing beads. I ruined a good tube when I was changing out my front tire. They clogged up the stem and nothing i did would remove them. They got wedged. Did everything from video even vibrated them.
if they were that stuck you should have just drilled a hole though them
I was afraid of damaging the threads for the valve that goes back in.
@@TDubsKid thought about it.
you could probably just do it by hand with a drill bit
@@TDubsKid now I did try that. They are wedged in there pretty good and hard as rocks.
25 to 30 psi on road
18 psi on trail or dirt
That's why it's uneven wear
+tomato makes sense, I don’t have time to change it so I just leave it
Great video!!
Thanks!
No new video in a while?? Teach her to ride and bring her along!
lol I'm working on it the next one is the length of 2 videos. also I have had some other stuff I had to deal with
Im trying the 4.60 sr244. Check out my videos on it. Got a major chub about it so far.
cool. i'm going to try the 4.60 next
What's missing in this video is all the proper swearing and cursing that goes along with every motorcycle tire change.
Haha 🤣
Metric is standard, my friend, not inches 🙂
in america, standard is inches but we still usually use metric for tire sizes for some reason
Want to come and change my tires on my street bike? Lol
haha if I'm honest, no
@@TDubsKid dang, me either lol.
haha 😂
What do some people call the factory tire?....lol
Death wing ☠️