Rad Power Bike Tire Repair Without Removing the Wheel.
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- Rad Power Bike
Tire Repair.
After some practice I can repair a rear tire flat in 13 minutes. Removing the rear wheel is only necessary in rare circumstances. Do not remove the wheel! Before attempting to pry the tire loose it is important to make sure the tire is completely free from the steel wheel. The tire is typically seated or stuck on the rim. Just wiggling the completely deflated tire back and forth all the way around will dislodge the tire and the inner tube from any gluing effect.
Once you have pried the tire off on one side it's time to pull the innertube itself. First remove the valve stem. Sometimes it is wedged tightly in the hole of the wheel. Apply a tiny amount of oil at the base of the stem if it is stubborn. But usually a strong, deliberate push with your thumb will push it loose.
Once it comes out the entire inner tube will easily come out.
Often, before you inflate the tube you can deduce the approximate location of the hole. Either by the sound of rushing air escaping out of the tire before you even start. But if the hole cannot be found it will be necessary to inflate the inner tube as it sits between the wheel and the bike frame. The aim is to inflate is much larger than it normally is while inside the tire.
Some people have recommended dipping it in water to look for bubbles or using a soapy solution.
I find this to be a completely unnecessary mess. If you pump up the tire enough the sound of the air blowing out will make the location of the hole extremely obvious. You'll stay dry and mess free. While there is still inflated hurry and use the flat metal tool to roughen up the surface of the tube.
One of the simple tricks that I use is instead of using some secondary marker to mark the hole on the innertube just use the tire patch glue itself. As the air is escaping from the hole move the glue around in an attempt to accommodate the tire patch while being aware to make the hole in the generalized center of the applied glue. One the glue is applied you need 5 to 7 minute for it to dry. While you wait for it to dry be sure to completely deflate the inner tube. In all likelihood, once the glue is dry the hole will probably be invisible. That's ok! Because you have centered it nicely in the middle of the semi glossy glue. Be sure to keep the glue free of dirt and be certain that it is completely dry. Now you're ready to apply the patch itself. Peel back the protective bottom cover of the patch and carefully apply it to the inner tube. If you've done this correctly the patch is permanently bonded to the tire. It is actually a continuous part of the tube.
Before you reinstall the tube it is extremely important to find the culprit of the flat tire. I have removed thorns, glass, staples and nails from the tube. Checking the inside of your tire for a nail is very difficult to do with your eyes. Its much easier to do it with all four of your bare fingers. This is where caution an patience comes in. Very gently move your fingers on the inside of the tire. Do it very gently because it will be quite sharp. Before you start deduction really helps! measure the distance from the valve stem where the patch is. Then measure the same distance from the valve stem hole and shazaam! That's where the sharp object will be. I recently had to pull a very sharp staple from the inside of the tire and it just wasn't visible on the outside of the tire. Occasional the object will have fallen when the tube was taken out from the tire. Gravity would have put it at the bottom inside of the tire. Be diligent about removing all debris at the bottom of the tire. If available a wet rag does a nice job of wiping up glass fragments etc. make sure the spoke holes are squarely covered be the inside rubber belt. A little bit of talcum powder make the tube go in easier.
The first thing that goes in must be the valve stem. Make sure it is completely in and not binding with the rubber rim guard. Finish placing the tire while being carful not to allow it to twist or bind. Now pry the tube back onto the rim. Once its on the rim squeeze around the tire making sure the tube is properly in and ready to be inflated.
Inflate the tire and make sure the tire walls seat snugly and correctly on the rim.
Congratulations! You are able to fix a rear flat tire in the field in less than 30 minutes.
Thank you! Your video save me. I got first time for repair tube on Rad runnner3 for my wife.
I spend almost 4 hour for repair flat tube. This video made saving money, and i got experience for repair flat.
Great video saved me money and took a lot of stress away from me ❤
@ufoools After you get it fixed, may I suggest this video on my rad bike channel. 😊
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Done! My Radrunner + is ready! All afternoon to be assembled and put the lime in the tires!!!! Happy!
(1) I have a Rad Runner Plus electric bike. Those who know the bike, know the rear tire has a lot of accessories, gears and hub motor in the back. And is complex to remove.
(2) I just had a rear flat tire. A very slow leak that took 3-4 days to leak down to a flat tire. I did not want to remove the rear tire and would just air it.
(3) Then I stumbled upon your video and was excited to try it.
(4) I left the bike on its two wheels and the kickstand.
(5) However, this is what I did different. I used a spray bottle with a water/dish soap mix.
(6) Aired tire up to PSI setting.
(7) With disc brake and gear cassette covered with towels (did not want to contaminate with dish soap). I Sprayed tire tread with soapy water and looked for a bubble air leak, as I rotated tire.
(8) Found bubbly air leak and marked location. It was a deeply imbedded, strong and sharp plant thorn that was not easy to spot. Deflated tire.
(9) I did not remove the whole tire from one side of the rim. Using Tire Lever Spoons, I only removed a quarter (1/4) or more of the tire from one side of the rim WHERE THE HOLE PUNCTURE WAS. I left the Tire Lever Spoons in to help with leaving the tire separated from the rim.
(10) Retrieved the section of the tire tube in the rim (did not remove tube stem from rim) and then aired the tube up just enough to feel and see the hole in the tube.
(11) Patched hole and reassembled tube and tire. Aired up tire to PSI settings and no more leaks.
(12) Your video saved my bacon. Thanks MrBuzzBill.
Jimmy that is most excellent!
Great additional suggestions.
I've patched the tires about 6 times since I made this video and have improved my technique quite a bit.
My goal in the video was to learn to fix a flat in the field with minimal tools.
I fixed one the other day in 17 minutes. Thanks for all the great suggestions.
One more little trick I've incorporated. Get a sewing thimble for your tire patch kit. Hopefully you already carry a small first aid kit. Once you find the culprit it protects your finger to PUSH it out from the inside. These thorns staples, glass and even needles are very dangerous if they break through your skin. Take care.
@@MrBuzzBill Adding a thumb thimble to my kit. Yes, be safe. Awesome.
Just put 16oz FLATOUT in each tire. Less trouble and no hole to find. Works great
@@MrBuzzBill thanks for your gift of common sense, believe me common sense is an honor.
Good to know I can fix a flat on my wife's Rad mini without removing the wheel, thanks for sharing. One thing that is a bummer, the bike falls over when the rear tire is flat as the kick stand will not support it. I guess we always know as we approach the bike if it is flat or not. LOL
That is a bummer Papa Blue Shirt.
I use the tandem kick stand. (Like the kind on motor cycles)
It came standard with the bike so I'm disappointed they are making them with bicycle type kick stands. 🤔
Safe riding!
What a great video. Saved me plenty of trouble before it even started.
I sincerely hope so. I have it down to about a 15 minute repair in the field. Its as easy as it looks.
Nice! I’ve had to remove the back wheel 3 times now to patch up pinch flats (I like to ride trails with the radrunner and I use a low pressure). Thanks for the idea to save time (especially on the trail)!
Thank you!
We too ride in the woods and are at times miles from where a car could reach so, for us, being able to patch in the field is essential. Happy trails!
Great video! Can you tell me do you have a special stand? Thank you 😃
Very nice video! Thanks
You are a genius and a nut at the same time. 😂😂😂 love your videos!! 👍👏❤️
good show
Hi buzzbill great 👍 information video where did you buy tire levers?
Hopefully you have tried using FLAT OUT. That stuff works so good. You’ll never get a flat again.
@sperez95814 Yes! Two years ago, I did this video. Haven't had a flat since.
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@@MrBuzzBill ha I was a little late on this but Daym that flat out stuff is a big win!
What are those tools you used and where can I find them
I used the yellow pry bars for this tire repair but I now use the black interlocking tire pry tools.
They are awesome and easy to use.
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Better than sliced bread
Did you use the slime? Thanks
Not yet.
This is strictly a video about the old fashioned tire patch method.
We just installed the anti flat inserts on my brother's radrunner.
I'm gonna do the slime for tubbed tires within the next week and hold off with the inserts for now.
We will make a comparison video after a month or two as we ride together.
@@MrBuzzBill thanks lovely video. I was thinking to use the sealant. I wonder If doing so can cause a problem if there is sealant already in the tire…
@@lucertola123456 Just let all the air out first. Then put in the slime. Make sure its the red slime made especially for tubbed tires.
Follow the instructions carefully and let me know how it goes.
@@MrBuzzBill thanks will do 😀
@@MrBuzzBill done! Put the slime!! Very happy 😀
thank god, pulling that rear wheel off can be an absolute nightmare at times
I just pulled the rear wheel off my brother's rad runner to install the flat resistant insert. I couldn't believe how many parts has to be put back in perfectly plus the chain can get tangled if you aren't careful. Definitely something I never want to do in the field.
Happy trails!
@@MrBuzzBill seriously, it's probably the only real issue I have with this thing but man it's a doozy
@@Temmmpla Same here!
I have relatively short legs so I think I'm gonna remove the front tank because I'm just a smidgen too short for touching the ground without doing tippy toe. Im gonna do an "ergonomic review" soon over on my channel devoted exclusively to rad power bikes.
If you haven't seen one check out their premier headlight I just installed. Amazing!
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I just had a screw cut my ride short - i will try this instead of taking it off lol
I could of used this today, same exact bike. first time I ever serviced a hub powered tire.
Wish I'd been there for ya. I have it down to less than 15 minutes in the field.
Slime the tire. I'm serious. Every other week, a flat. Patch. Then another slow leak. I got the red label version of slime, no more slow leaks period. Sliming the tire is easy. Easier than patching the tire.
We have a perfect situation to "test" your suggestion.
We just installed "no flat inserts" in his rear tire.
My concern with the inserts is when a flat does eventually happen the repair will be a nightmare.
My bike is gonna get slimmed!
Thanks.
By the way.... Enjoyed "Duchess". *The song)
Oh I tried the no flat inserts, went flat anyways. I use the radrunner everyday as transport to work. But the inserts let glass slivers in. I keep forgetting to log in under my personal account, and not the band project.
@@duchessstudioband7896 Great advice. You might enjoy my Channel exclusive to Radrunner.
Electric Dust.
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@@MrBuzzBill might want to do a video on changing/ adjusting the mechanical disc brakes. Radpowers video on it isn't great. And the brakes will need adjustment, the pads replaced as well. I've had my runner for almost 2 years, I use it alot. Another thing, keep replacement fuses for the battery. I had a fuse die on my way to work. They are easily replaced. One 15,for the charging system, and one 40 for the bike. I now replace them once a year. There is no warning that the fuse is weak, the bike just shuts off. The fuses are on the battery. These are things radrunner owners need to know
my wheel has a flat spot.....spokes cant help that....has to be pulled...
Electric Dust is my Channel exclusively about my Radrunner Power Bike.
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Itd be nice if I actually got my bike I ordered 5 weeks ago
There are a lot of electric bike companies. Rads are the sturdiest! So there is high demand for this bike. I'd compare it to a really nice restaurant that has such great food that there is a waiting line.
@@MrBuzzBill yeah I ordered the radrover 5 july 1.
They told me it was gonna ship *by* july 30th
Well july 31st roles around and i had to physically call them and they tell me aug 15th now ugh
Dang, I bet the chance of glass flattening a tire is pretty slim.
Well, over the winter I had 2 glass flats. What surprised me was one of my flats was a blackberry thorn. Another was a staple. Yeah a regular paper staple.
@@MrBuzzBill that's what got me today. Smh