Is It Time to Ditch the Tire Irons?||Rabaconda Tire Changer First Use and Review
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- Опубліковано 3 чер 2024
- Have you been changing your tires with tire irons for too long? Or maybe you're tired of paying the shop fees and want to start changing your own motorcycle tires. If either of those match what your feeling the Tire Changer by Rabaconda could be the answer you're looking for. Watch and see what it's like using for the first time, and our thoughts on it being a good replacement for the old ways or not.
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Pro Tip, you are putting the handle at the 1 o clock position and pulling it towards you, this makes the machine unstable and makes it harder to use. Put the handle at 9 O Clock and push downwards while stepping on the longer leg of the machine and holding the top with your other hand, will make a night and day difference. Also if you don't have drop center tool, cut small pieces of wood to sit in the rim to act as shims to hold bead in the drop center :)
Thanks for the tip! Drop centers are on the way!!
I was thinking the same thing. Also had the anti-rotation pin on the wrong side of the wheel spoke. As soon as you started trying to remove the tire it moved away from the pin instead of against it. Definitely on my wish list after struggling with my last tire change.
And, wear real shoes!
@johnmartin7144 the flip flops are so comfy!
Huge thanks for the trust in Rabaconda and for doing this video! If I may add few tips. Most important stuff is actually covered by @Bernhard S.. I couldn't have said it better. Yes, strap OR pin. Yes, you work behind the tire changer when operating the ratchet mechanism. Yes, for dismounting plenty of soap water spray and for mounting bead grease. Only additional comment is that the machine is designed so that you only operate the ratchet lever between 10 and 8 o'clock (when looking at the wheel from front). This way all the forces go to ground and it is very stable. Nice video, thank you for the good words and happy tire changes! Jakob
Thanks for the tips we'll take all that on board!! Looking forward to more easy tire changes in the future!
I have Carbon fiber rims on all of my bikes, is this safe for the finish?
@M1000 RR when the Rabaconda is used properly nothing but rubber will come in contact with the rim. I would say it is safe to use with carbon fiber. As I'm sure you're very aware caution and patience and moving slow is always the way to go with carbon fiber.
@@MRR-qv3bw only thing you need is a wider magnetic rim support block under the wheel. You can reach out to our customer support for that
Thanks man. I don't mind that some things weren't 100% efficient in this clip, but as you did it for the first time, I am now also convinced to change tires on my own.
Glad this could help out!
I had the same problem with the bead breaker until I dropped the pivot to the lower set of holes. Then the beads broke very easy. Great video showing you work through issues as they happen. These videos help people get a feel for a product from a new user perspective. I love my Rabaconda because I was on the floor using spoons. As a commuter on a sport tourer, I go through a ton of tires and this cuts the change time way down.
I'll try that with the bead breaking, and I appreciate the feedback!
Nice video. I will do a tire change in 2 weeks also using the Street Tire Changer for the first time.
May I add some things which I stumbled over: When standing in front of the tire changer, the rim rotation blocker should be placed on the right side of a cast spoke. The strap is just optional in case you cannot insert the stopper pin or changing a tire on a spoke rim. Use soapy water to dismount the tire, but bead grease instead when mounting the tire. And I suppose the best position is standing behind the tire changer on the left side. This way you can use your right hand and body weight to operate the ratchet system and support the main stand or tire, if neccessary, with the left hand.
Thanks for the tips!! I did realize when I got done that the strap was uneeded and I had the wheel blocker in the wrong spot. Strap did still work well either way. I'll keep the bead grease tip in mind for the next change, thanks!!
@@workingclasscustoms You should always used bead grease/tyre soap when fitting the tyre, it's designed to help the tyre bead with the rim and prevent slow leaks.
Are you changing your rear bike tire wearing flip flops - man sandals - mandals? Do you ride in those too? Brave man. Wild.
I would say riding and wrenching are a little different. Much more willing to take a tire iron to the toe than grind my feet off on asphalt.
I'm amazed how well this system works considering you don't have to bolt it down to the floor. Thanks for sharing your first time use of this kit, it's really appreciated. Best wishes from the south west coast of the island of Australia.
You're welcome!! We're also very impressed and looking forward to more tire changes with it.
I have done a couple tire changes with this device -- it is the best invention since motorcycles got tires!
Have to say I agree with that!!
Well done, thanks for showcasing.
Absolutely!! Wanted a good non sponsored review for those thinking of purchasing!
Handy tip: I use two 2" x 3" wooden blocks to hold the tire edge in the drop center as needed.
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for taking the time to do this video. I am thinking about getting the Rabaconda tire changer and was wondering how easy it would be you the first time user. Your video was very helpful. Really appreciate it.
Absolutely!!
I was a dealer mechanic from about 1978. (and ran workshops)
Easiest way to break bead is either use a big 'C' clamp with pad one side (piece of plywood) and screw on tyre wall near rim.
Been using that method since 1980's.
Alternatively, a big bench vice and piece of plywood does the same.
Even 16yr old, 80lbs 'apprentice' could change sport-bike tubeless tyres without a problem.
'Brian M' could change rear tyre on FZR1000 in 15mins, roll in, roll out.
Hardest part is always breaking bead since MT rims came out (Blame CHP for that)
Looks good machine but pretty lightweight and way over priced at $600.BTW, probably be a good idea to READ the instructions
Will do!
This is an awesome machine. I bought a Harbor Freight tire changer Brad breaker for $89 because I only do 1 set of tire per year, but definitely wish I had this tire machine,
Yeah for one a year I don't think I could recommend it, but if you're doing them often enough it is definitely well worth the money!!
I can see why you struggled so much doing this before the tool. Based on how you were using it, it didn't seem like you had a solid understanding of the fundamentals. Positioning the tire that's on the rim down into the center groove is an essential part of changing any tire irrespective of the tools you use. The wire bands are made so that they physically cannot stretch, so you will break a lot of things including your will to live trying to mount a tire without pushing it down into the center of the rim. So even though you recommend it in the end, you still put like 10x more effort into this than necessary lol. I hope future changes go much easier for you!
To be completely honest this was one of my first times filming a video while working and I did completely forget some of the major concepts especially since this was also my first time using this tool. But you are absolutely correct that having the tire in the center of the rim is vital to an "easy" tire change. Many changes have been made since and changes are a breeze now. Thanks for the feedback!
Good effort.. always been tempted by one of these
I think they're well worth it, but definitely depends on the individual need.
Excellent video. Now that you've had it for a while, any thoughts on the Rabaconda vs the No Mar?
Haven't used a No Mar, gotta get my hands on one to do a comparison.
I have a NOMAR tire changer . I will stay with it after watching the video. Many thanks
Glad to help!
I have changed 5 sets on mine so far. It gets easier with practice.
Certainly expensive, but living out in the sticks it saves so much time over driving to a dealer for changes.
Biggest benefit vs the No-mar is that it doesn't need to be anchored to anything, and folds down into its carry bag.
I recommend ordering with 2 drop-centre tools
That's good feedback, and I agree with the ease of breakdown and setup!!
Great video, thanks for sharing. Cheers
Thank you!
Your pin to me, looked like it was on the wrong side of the spoke. I wouldn't depend much on that strap.
Still looks worth it. Thanks for sharing 👍🤙🇨🇦
I agree, had some confusion with the strap and the pin. In the future only the pin will be used, I will say though the strap works just as well.
Thanks for this video I'm gonna buy one, now i need a video on whats the best machine to purchase to balance or just any comments for the best way to balance the wheel yourself thanks...great video, p.s. just had a new tire put on my Busa, i took the wheel off and took it in but i would have rather have done it myself.
I know motion pro makes a nice simple tire balancer. We can get an instructional video up soon!
@@workingclasscustoms thanks I'll be waiting💯👊🏾
good video - well done
Thank you!
Also, when your breaking the bead on a really stiff tire, each time you push it down as far as you can, put a short squirt of WD 40 in the gap. As you progress around it will seep around the tire and help it pop right off the bead.
That's a great tip! Thank you!!
Since the tire is garbage and worn out. I have used a good hard metal steak knife to cut both sidewalls off the tire after breaking the bead. Then remove the remaining tire beads off with dish soap. Should always be pressing down on the tire bead at 180 degrees from wherever your tire iron is located. When your trying to pull over the new tire bead onto the wheel. This will allow the bead to go on easier. Always replace with a new valve stem at each tire change.
Thanks for the tips
I always spray soap around the bead before breaking the bead. It helps.
I will try that in the future, thanks for the tip.
Would you have an idea of how much the whole system weighs? Thanks!
It's not light weight. I'd say 25-30 lbs.
Made really hard work of that.
I agree, after some tips and a little more use it has gotten much better!!
But that was easy for me to say stood back watching the bigger picture, cheers for the effort put into making the video, I have ordered mine, and will be streets ahead of you all hopefully, having watched everyones mistakes. A great thing I have learnt about making it easier is to have the tyres warm. Here in Britain, I may try a tyre warmer or heat gun just on the old tyre to break the bead.@@workingclasscustoms
@@arbs766 thank you! I can say from experience the tire warmers are amazing at smoothing the process. Watch for an update video next week on what it looks like with more experience tips and warm tires! Hopefully the mistakes shown here prove useful to your efforts in the future, that was the goal.
Have you used on Dunlop slicks? I hear they’re much harder than Michelins
I just did a set of dunlops recently and they were actually much easier. I think mostly due to more experience this time around.
great to hear@@workingclasscustoms
Interesting machine. I have Dunlop Trialmax Mission tires and they are insanely stiff and my Versys has narrow rims which makes tire changing a 3-hour swearing ordeal. I wonder if the Rabaconda Changer would work. The Trailmax Mission tires are just about like run flat tires and you can run a flat tire to get home or to a bike shop. The plus side the Trailmax are long mileage tires > well over 10,000 miles on a set of tires.
I wish I had a test to tell you, sadly I don't. Might be worth looking into their offroad version and seeing if it's better setup for that.
I looked at this changer, but I thought it was too expensive for what it was, and looked a bit finicky. I ended up getting the No Mar with the hitch mount. I made the right choice IMHO. I tried it out on a front tire, while watching a how-to video. Dismounted and mounted the tire a second time without instructions or video, took me 7 minutes. I figure with practice 3-5 minutes easy. BTW, the front tire was worn out, and on a slightly flat spotted rim that was in the garage for close to 4 years, so it was pretty hard. No warming either.
I've heard a lot of good things about the no mar. I think we're gonna have to do a review on that also at some point! Thanks for the feedback!!
I've not used one of these, but to me it looks a bit fussy, but certainly better than laying on the ground with tire irons (did that for 20 years before buying a machine). I've had a NoMar brand changer for I think about 17 or 18 years. At the time, it was about what this cost now, so not cheap. I paid for it the first year I owned it, changing 10 or 12 tires. Just watching, my NoMar is much heavier built and simpler to use. I use it on trailer hitch receiver, so if I want to I can take someplace else. I have hold down blocks for street and dirt tires. I think I'd still spend the money on the NoMar.
I'll keep that in mind, I feel like I definitely need to go check one out!
Yep, it's worth it. It gets easier and faster with practice. Couple tips, READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS. I struggled the first time with removal until I re read the instructions and put the valve stem at the 3 o'clock position and put the duck head in the right place. Secondly, I got the starter kit with the bead grease, but it acts like bad s*x lube, dries up too fast, old school Dawn and water works much better and smells nicer. After 3 tires, I can get one swapped in 5 minutes. The drop center tools makes things easier. Well worth it, glad I got one! 👍
Definitely expect faster change times moving forward!
Bad S*x lube? OMFG, in the 63 years of my life I have NEVER had the need for that item. But knowing what I know Dawn and Water are FAR better than that. In the picture (video) seems to me the handle needs to turn UPWARD to increase leverage instead of downward. If this was in My garage I would certainly cut it off and flip it over using an inside insert (kinda like doing frame rail repairs) and weld it back together. In addition, Adding a longer insert tube on the end to extend it to create better leverage would be a GOOD THING IMHO. I personally used my (not so good) harbor Freight car tire changer to break the bead on my M/C wheels and then manually (think GRUNT Force) removing the tire.( I did not mount mine on the ground but used long 4X4 Wood to extend the remover assembly to stabilize it. I then remove the lag bolts for storage) I'm thinkin I like this but that "bead grease" looks a whole like Yellow 77 wire pulling lubricant. It does work for this and cleans up easily enough, but, does not come out of clothing easily........(think Soaking in Hot water with a good high concentrate detergent for hours before washing ) and Dawn is easily removed with water from ALL surfaces. Just sayin. Kinda diggin the Duck head removal part.....I would buy that part and adapt it to my current tire removing tool if it was available as such.
@@anonimous2451 LOL the Rabaconda lube is not the best 🤣
Here's the thing about the system itself: it's well thought out and a lot of effort is not needed unless you're changing a really stiff cruiser or cold tire. Downward pressure is used to put your body weight into it if needed, but for a properly lubed, average tire at temperature, excess force is not needed. Once you get the system down, it literally takes 5 minutes with no grunting, cursing or throwing tire irons across the garage. Oh, as for myself at 61 and in relatively good shape, NOT having to overexert myself by leveraging (pun intended) a modern system is a good thing. I'd suggest watching some of the "official" Rabaconda videos that show just how easy it is to use once you get it down.👍
@@blandrooker6541 Thanks for the long winded completely unnecessary directive Sir. I KNOW how it works, and perhaps I may have been a bit off-track with my comment about the handle. Point Taken.
I change my own motorcycle tires. I built a small wooden tire stand which I use large C-Clamsp to break the beads. Then I use irons to remove and install the the tires. This doesn't look significantly better. I'm sure the more you use it the more proficient you will become. One of the tips I was going to make was sun/heat...but you covered that post facto
I'd be interested to see how long this holds up.
I hope it holds up and I get quicker.
I’ve been using Murphy’s Oil Soap as a tire changing lube for 50 years.
I'll have to take a look at that!
Can't beat the no mar tire change
I'm hearing so much about these, I need to look into them!
Also, the reason it was so tight when you first started turning it at about the eight minute mark was because he didn’t have the tire compressed to the center of the wheel where the wheel is the skinniest or shortest diameter so you fight with the bead
Very good feedback, thank you once again for interacting with our video. We will take this advice on board moving forward.
Looks like it did well.
Definitely pleased with it!
You would do better 180 degrees from where you are trying to bring the tire over the rim to use a couple of C-clamps. It pulls the bead into the middle of the inner wheel where it moves closer to the center causing the tire to move to the opposite side of the wheel. That allows the tire bead to ease over the rim with much less force. Alternatively, use your bead grease 180 degrees from the work area too will allow the bead to slip into the center of the rim. You are also working with a pretty shot tire. Some new tires are very stiff and will be a greater fight. :o)
Appreciate the advice!
I'm about to put my credit card where my mouth is. Putting tires on my Gold Wing is a huge hassle, and is done yearly. It takes me most of a day to mount & balance 2 tires, and 2 days to get the wheels off the bike, along with lubing the rear wheel splines & changing final drive oil. I have been using the "tie strap method", and it has been the easiest. I would suggest using more lube while mounting/demounting. I use Dawn dish soap when demounting, and the dedicated tire lube paste when remounting.
I appreciate the advice!
@@workingclasscustoms One thing I've learned from changing my own tires is that if you're sweating and swearing, you're doing it wrong. Usually comes down to lubrication.
@travisray139 seems like more lube is a common theme here. I'll remember next time I'm cussing up a storm, lube will solve all my problems.
I use a pair of S curve tire irons and rubber hammer - these make it almost easy
If it works well and is cheap, no need to change the method.
Try using the bead breaker on the 'other side' of the ridge, you'll find that much easier.
Thanks for the advice!
I want to mount a car tire on my kawasaki 1600 nomad shaft drive since it has a sidecar which doesn't lean so i don't need a rounded profile tire. I will need the rabaconda machine because no shop will mount the tire for me.
It's a great machine for sure!!
Wheel stop pin is installed on the wrong side of the spoke. Handle should be ratcheted between 10 and 7 o clock for maximum machine stability.
I agree when used correctly you don't need both the strap and wheel stop pin. These tips are appreciated!! They've made the following uses of the tool much better!
So no balancing the tire ?
Not with this tool, but we have a balancing video available here ua-cam.com/video/v7a9ygaJQKY/v-deo.html
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Do they make a balancer?
@rabaconda ^
I don't believe so
Get a Marc Parnes tire balancer tool and a pair of jack stands. Portable and very effective.
Would love to see you do new tyres, especially less soft compounds, and good luck with the front tyre, those are near impossible lol
Usually throw the tires warmers on anything I change to help out a bit
@@workingclasscustoms The effort still makes them a waist of money in my experience, I used to change tyres for a living and new doing it manually wouldn't be easy, but that was a massive understatement.
If you have space for it save £1500 and get a motorcycle tyre machine. Will pay for itself doing your own and your mates tyres.
Tbf though, the Rabaconda has to be the best manual changer out there.
@@HalfdeadRider the biggest reason I got the rabaconda was so I could also take it to the track easily in my baby trailer.
@@workingclasscustoms tracks really should charge a little extra and have one or a few in the paddocks for use on track days and by race teams
@HalfdeadRider that would be ideal, let people do their own with the trackday providers machine. Usually our tire vendors just get all the business on trackdays out here
grease good for mounting, spray is better for dismounting
Good advice thanks!
Wow. Where to begin.
Well, you should always begin by READING THE DIRECTIONS!!!!!!!!
Had you read the directions or watched a Rabaconda produced video tutorial, you would have seen the genius of the ratcheting duck head. It allows you to have your direction of force always in the downward direction. That's the entire reason for having a RATCHETING duck head as opposed to a fixed position duck head. The force you apply is resisted by the Ground Force, or Normal Force. This makes the machine stable. When you improperly use it like you were, by pulling up or sideways, you are defeating the entire reason for the ratcheting duck head.
I could have purchased a different machine that mounts to a garage floor. There are many high quality machines out there that are less cost than a Rabaconda, but the value of the Rabaconda is the portability, ease and speed of use, and that it doesn't require a permanent footprint that takes up space in your garage.
I bought one. Love it. But if I'm going to spend a lot of money on a product you can be assured I'm going to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!!!!
Did you watch the video? There are actual clips of me actively reading the booklet all throughout. But you are correct in everything you said, reading instructions and watching tutorials are key steps for an extremely smooth operation of this amazing machine. Thank you for the feedback on comment on the video they are very much appreciated!! As I stated the machine is well worth the money and I still love using it. The purpose of the video was to demonstrate a very honest first use with only the instruction booklet.
Yes, I watched the video.
At 16:08 you pause and state you need to stop and read the directions.
The wheel stop is on, but behind the spoke, not stopping the wheel at all from rotating as you are pulling the bar sideways, as opposed to pushing down. Use the ratcheting duck head as it was brilliantly designed! Easy to use when the force is all applied downward.
Rabaconda made excellent videos that easily explain and show proper usage.
If you are going to spend the money for an excellent tool, spend 15 minutes at least learning how to use it as designed.
Your video completely skips why this is such an excellent system by showing it very poorly used. This video does more harm than good for potential purchasers.
This isn't a dig at you personally. You seem like a really good guy on the video.
Just my opinion that this video will give people a bad impression of a fantastic tool.
Definitely a fair point, I tried to make it clear in the video that there were tutorials and that was actually infact my first use with the machine. I definitely agree that you should watch the tutorial and it will help a lot! I also stand behind the fact that even with the mistakes I was making this tool is well worth the money. After, this video and with a little practice this tool has made my tire changes so easy, which is the reason I also filmed an updated year in review video with specific comments about using the tutorial and following tips very much like the ones you have put out here.
Now that tire changes are $45/per, this device is looking enticing.
It's pricey but does make at home changes much much nicer!!
Thanks but I will keep the No-Mar changer I have.
Have heard a lot about those, and I want to look into them
I'll stick to a g clamp and screwdrivers, especially how most of my wheels have spokes and the strap around to hold would be concern.
Understandable, the strap system is specifically built for spoked wheels but I understand the concern.
If you struggle with a soft sportbike radial tire. I can't imagine using that machine on a bias ply touring tire.
All I'll repeat is that it was 1st time use, literally no practice or research before hand. And these were cold worn out old tires. But I agree it could get a lot more difficult on other tires.
Most dealerships (at least around my area) do the tire change for free as long as you buy the tires from them.
If that's available, awesome!
They usually charge more for the tires. Cheaper usually to purchase from tire distributors. Nothing is free.
Other issues at dealership is the most inexperienced do the tire changing. Learning to be a motorcycle mechanic.
Can be mounted incorrectly or do not notice the tire is not perfectly round while balancing, bad tire. Or do not take the time to balance correctly or do not have the experience to do it correctly. Management & mechanics pressuring them to hurry. Because there are other things they need to get done.
All of which has happened to me.
54 years of riding. You are always better off doing everything yourself. Yes, learn to do your valves & everything else.
Only you will take the time to do it the correct way. Yes there are a few mechanics out there that will do things correctly. But you rarely find them at a dealership. Small customer oriented mechanic owned shop will do a better job. They plan on repeat business.
Dealerships nowadays, could care less. Another idiot born every second will be walking in to be taken advantage of!
Not here in Ca. Before I bought my own changer they wanted ~$50 each off the bike. That was probably 6-7 years ago and I can only imagine they're gouging on tire changes even more now ($$$ like everything else).
I guess next time, read the instructions. A great bit of kit, but you made it look harder than it should've been.
Reading instructions helps, that's why I read them while filming this video. As seen in the video. Thanks for the tip
So look at how that thing works at the three minute mark how many do you think when you break the bed that you’re not cause they’re gonna come down and hit that rod sticking out of the hub
I appreciate the interaction with our video, however I am finding it hard to navigate your comment. Not sure when we had a bed in this product review.
Oh there it is at the 16 minutes 12 seconds Mark when you finally figure out that the tire Hass to go down to the center of the wheel which I’m shocked if you’ve ever change the tire before you should already know this
I don't think I have changed that specific tire on that rim before actually. Great job spotting that.
you'd think they'd just have an option to use a 1/2" impact to do the work
That would actually make a lot of sense and add a "motorized" function without any manufacturing on their part.
$15 for a pack of zip ties. Broke the bead with a 2x6 and 2x4 using my vehicles trailer hitch.
Lol definitely a much cheaper option!
And one more common sense thing when you are rotating the tool, you should always be using down force on the arm, not pulling it up or towards you use your weight to make it easier
This really is amazing advice! I'm not sure how I didn't see these simple things to save me time earlier, so thank you for pointing them out.
Hope it was cheap! It looks "rickerty" and a pita to use as it keeps jumping all over the place (and too much time spent bent over mucking about with it)! I think I'll buy the Olmax Motors version from Poland and use it on a table, far simpler! Good video however... 👍
With proper use its much sturdier. Built very well honestly, gets better with more practice!
This was a bit painful to watch. That being said, if you made this work, this tool is fantastic. I have one on the way.
It was a little rough, but the goal was to operate it using only the manual instructions and I think the video showed that well. After using some tips and the tutorial video the tool is indeed amazing and has saved me tons of time.
It was a little rough, but the goal was to operate it using only the manual instructions and I think the video showed that well. After using some tips and the tutorial video the tool is indeed amazing and has saved me tons of time.
It was a little rough, but the goal was to operate it using only the manual instructions and I think the video showed that well. After using some tips and the tutorial video the tool is indeed amazing and has saved me tons of time.
Don’t you think in the removal process you would have been better off using a spoon instead of the iron? Nice vid however.
Possibly, just trying to use only the tools provided with the kit. That could make it easier though
Not a valve stem, it’s a Schrader valve that’s inside the valve stem. Other than that informative video 👍👍👍👍
Good correction, thanks!
Who ever "designed" this wanted it's users to hurt their backs!
Just buy a No-Mar with the trailer hitch adaptor.
I still think it beats fighting a tire on the ground with tire irons.
This contraption looks so unstable. I have seen others that are flat on the floor or attach to existing stands eg harbour freight. To be at 45 degree is ridiculous.
More stable than I thought it would be from first glance, but I agree. Their off road version is a 90 degree
Where is your Lube? May as well use lube while dismounting old .. tire .. because if you don't use lube while mounting the New Tire you could damage it ..
Lube is important, and was and will be used.
@@workingclasscustoms I made my comment before you put the new tire on in which you did use some lube..
I preferred Freylube.. It's a grey rim grease that dries a bit and makes the bead so it won't slip on the rim. It does not damage rubber and it makes dismounting easier since the rubber and aluminum or in truck tire situations steel won't fuse together during corrosion.
Thermostatically controlled fans is the way to go. You don't want your oil too cool or too hot..
An oil temperature gauge would be a great addition .
My goal is to add water injection to my Buell eventually so I don't have to pay $1.00 per gallon more for Premium gasoline ..
No worries, I'll definitely have to check that out. Always looking for ways to improve and gain efficiency/save money
@@workingclasscustoms Do you have a wheel balancer / spoke trueing stand?
@Mike Skidmore I don't personally but we do have one at the compound. I do plan on purchasing one here soon.
And also in the beginning of the video you were fighting with the tool to drop the bead because he didn’t have the tool close enough to the rim. You had it too far into the sidewall the compression has to be right at the wheel.Edge
Once again amazing advice that will definitely be used moving forward.
You put the pin wrong side of the spoke pal
Indeed we did
I want one of thise but money is tight at present
You should have watched some videos before using the machine, you will figure it out soon.
Works beautifully once you have a little practice. Purpose of the video was to demonstrate use with zero experience.
When you break the bead, don’t your knuckles hit the center rod
Never busted any knuckles
Eh, considering it was your first time it's ok but the price is ridiculous. I run Pirelli on my track bike and the Motion Pro tyre levers are sufficient and they take me less time than this video, i got to be fair.
For me it was less about time saved, and more about ease of use compared to the irons.
Cómo hacer mierda un neumático!
Thanks
you got the wheel stop on the wrong side of the spoke, also you should of put your knee on the "Michelin" as you were ratcheting for the last quarter of the install, you should know that from spooning tires on and off .... just saying ,,, and not trying to be a dick
Feedback is always appreciated! This first use was definitely not my strongest use, have made plenty of adjustments since and can say this machine is quite amazing!
@@workingclasscustoms glad you endorse the machine, thinking of getting one for both space saving when stored and can bring it with me wherever
@lennykibbs260 that is definitely the biggest flex this machine has. It's not lightweight but it does come in a very nice carry bag and breaks down extremely easy.
For a few hundred more you could get a used electric tire machine that would work much better.
I like the portability of this one, easy to pack up and take to the racetrack with you.
Eso tiene una carraca que no has utilizado, sin ánimo de ofender mírate el vídeo de rabaconda, saludos
Thanks for the tip, have since figured it out. Works well!!
small bites if the cherry
Well said!
Regrettably not worth it and better solutions are available
Open to different options. Which one is your go to?
Yeah no...I will stick to the real tire changing machines. This is a no-go...
Glad we could help make that decision. That's why the review was filmed!
Sorry man but my 25 year old, $15 bead breaker from Harbor Freight works much better than that! 🤪
If it works it works.
I’m sure the guy that invented the stool is cringing at your use of it and your lack of knowledge about tires
I'm curious when I used a stool in this video, I can't quite recall it. Also the Varangian Guard would be an interesting group of people to watch this video. Not sure what they, or stools have to do with tires but maybe I'm just lost.
Once again, at the 16 minute mark fighting with the tool, because you don’t have the bead all the way down into the center well of the wheel I understand maybe you are new to this tool, but these are basic concepts of putting on a tire and 16 minutes I would have a tire off and back on with two spoons some soap and a rubber mallet. You’re ripping the shit out of the sidewall of these tires and bending the steel belts.
Once again, amazing feedback. I appreciate the advice and helpful tips and tricks very much!
While watching this I was thinking “damn this thing looks awesome!” Then I looked at the price and about shit. It’s as much or more than the No-Mar tire changers and they’re much easier to use. I was honestly thinking this little thing would be around $250-300 tops. That’s an insane price for what it is. Hard pass on that one!
It is a little pricey, but worth it in my opinion!
I have used a buddy's No-Mar changer many times and it is a great machine. But I recently bought this Rabaconda machine and have learned that this machine is easier to use than a No-Mar if you follow the directions from the manufacturer. And the fact that the Rabaconda breaks down and all fits into a bag that I can take anywhere to change a tire on the side of the road if necessary makes it a no brainer for me.
Not much of a clue about tyre fitting you must look at the back where the tyre should have been in the deep part of the wheel well 😮 and get some work boots instead of looking like the office tea Boy 🥵🤭
Flip flops are just too comfortable to not wear them.
Pro tip wear proper footwear!!
Pro tip taken on board thanks!!
You have no clue about how to use the tool...
Thanks for the feedback, I'll take that on board.
The tool is easy to use, just watch other videos. I made a similar tool from scratch, the same duckhead, works very well. Rabaconda is to expensive for me, so I prefer something welded by me, 3 mm thick steel.
Bruh, those tires look like track day's are FUN for you. Keep hit it. 😊😊😊😶🌫😶🌫😶🌫
Track days are the best days!! We'll never stop!
@@workingclasscustoms I LOVE LOVE LOVE EM.......the tread rolling on the edges showed the obvious......I was simply observing the obvious. What tracks you ride at? I live in Florida and Virginia.....complicated but still love the track days.
@@anonimous2451 so far have only been to AMP and Roebling on the East Coast
if you get stiff tires get some dish soap and water and put it in the bead as your pushing in and it will help get the bead to pop. my friend has the no mar and this thing is not bad either . im blessed i have a coats rc 100 and ya spooning suck. hope the day was good and you were out on a scooter today . enjoy it and #livetoride ccs/wera 269
Thanks for the tip! Always a good day when motorcycles are involved!!
using tool bro, always push down on handle never pull at it.
Good tip!! Definitely applied that since using the first time and it has changed the game even more!