Excellent vid. On topic and thorough. I just spooned my 4th 705 onto the rear of my KLR650. Glad I'm not the only one that struggles a bit. The bolt into the bench is a great trip. I'm really sure how I would do trail side. For sure warmth, lube and keeping the bead in the drop center is key. Keep 'em coming. Subd.
I knew the basics, but as l'm a new KLR owner about to go on a long ride, I thought I should make sure l know what I'm doing. This was a really useful video and worthwhile commentary, so thank you. I also learned what a Bead Buddy is and shall add one to my tool kit 😬
Might I also add, it's a damn good idea to inspect the rubber spoke guard for any damage before you install the new tube/tire and replace it if there is any damage from spokes poking through..
Its just 1/2" plywood with a 2x4 frame. It is cut in half and hinges on the wall allow it to fold up to the wall in 2 sections. The legs are also hinged so they fold down when the top is folded up. This is an old, small 7'x8' shed, so i had to configure it for as much utility as possible.
@@goneridn4339 gonna have to make one! It's a little of struggle learning the first time as eventually we will have to do it out on the back roads for sure! Thanks for the info!!!
Excellent video and great information! 2023 KLR 650 adventure owner here, just bought it back in July. Would a tire change at home be a good time to check the spokes for any that might be loose? What about balancing the new tire or is that only for the front tire? Thank you for posting.
I always just make sure the spokes cant be turned by hand, probably not the best way to check but better than nothing. A spoke torque wrench is the way to go. If you're goin to be riding on the road, i have found ballancing front and rear tires to be pretty important. (more or less depending on the tire). I have another video on balancing tires, but what i would suggest, if you're not running a rim lock, then the little glass balancing beads work great. If you are running a rim lock, you'll need more weight to offset the rimlock so beads wont work well, i would suggest spoke weights.
@@goneridn4339 sounds good on the spokes. I will look around for a spoke torque wrench. It is my understanding that these spokes on the KLR are hollow and therefore inner tubes MUST always be used on either TL or TT tires. I see spoke weights on the front but nothing on the rear. How does someone tell if the tire has a rim lock? Is that similar to a bead lock on an off road vehicle?
@@Ghostrider-71 Tubes are required on almost all spoked wheels, there are a few bikes that have sealed rims but very few. There are also aftermarket tubless systems that add a small high-pressure tube around the rim to seal off the spokes. The KLR spokes aren't hollow, but air would leak through the spoke interface with the wheel if a tube was not present. A rim lock on a bike serves the same function as a bead lock on a truck. If you have one, it kind of looks like a 2nd valve stem coming out of the wheel about 6 inches away from the valve stem, but solid. If you google motorcycle rim lock, you'll see what I'm talking about.
I used balancing beads in these tires, I think I forgot to show that in the video. But I do have another video on balancing tires that I will link below. ua-cam.com/video/fE7f1NGOaE4/v-deo.htmlsi=MLKDBp5xpbNHhPxI
I normally purchase from revzilla.com or rockymountainatvmc.com. Any tube with a similar ratio to the tire size and same wheel size will work, such as a 110/100-17. In an emergency you could even use a 21" front tube in the rear to get you back to civilization. Of course that is a temporary fix.
Recently changed a flat out in the boonies near the Colombia/Ecuador border. I ended up with more holes in the new tube than I did in the flat!
Fantastic! This is the best vid on UA-cam on the subject of changing a tubed tire. Thanks!
Excellent vid. On topic and thorough. I just spooned my 4th 705 onto the rear of my KLR650. Glad I'm not the only one that struggles a bit. The bolt into the bench is a great trip. I'm really sure how I would do trail side. For sure warmth, lube and keeping the bead in the drop center is key. Keep 'em coming. Subd.
I knew the basics, but as l'm a new KLR owner about to go on a long ride, I thought I should make sure l know what I'm doing. This was a really useful video and worthwhile commentary, so thank you. I also learned what a Bead Buddy is and shall add one to my tool kit 😬
Might I also add, it's a damn good idea to inspect the rubber spoke guard for any damage before you install the new tube/tire and replace it if there is any damage from spokes poking through..
Nice video. I bought a Baha No-Pinch tool to make the hard part of tire mounting a lot easier.
I just bought the 2022 KLR traveler here in central Kentucky. Thank you.
Like the tip of using a centre bolt to keep the wheel semi secure on the table !
Sorry for the ignorance but im new to this topic and wanted to know the actual sizes for but shinko tires? I have a gen 3 klr650. Thanks for the help😊
thats a strong work bench!!!
Thanks for this, good video!
thank you so much hurrah
Good tip on using the u-clamp to break the beed.
Just curious about that bench you made......hubby and I are changing in the living room and your work bench is awesome!
Its just 1/2" plywood with a 2x4 frame. It is cut in half and hinges on the wall allow it to fold up to the wall in 2 sections. The legs are also hinged so they fold down when the top is folded up. This is an old, small 7'x8' shed, so i had to configure it for as much utility as possible.
@@goneridn4339 gonna have to make one! It's a little of struggle learning the first time as eventually we will have to do it out on the back roads for sure! Thanks for the info!!!
Good video. Thank you
Thanks! great video.
Excellent video and great information! 2023 KLR 650 adventure owner here, just bought it back in July. Would a tire change at home be a good time to check the spokes for any that might be loose? What about balancing the new tire or is that only for the front tire? Thank you for posting.
I always just make sure the spokes cant be turned by hand, probably not the best way to check but better than nothing. A spoke torque wrench is the way to go. If you're goin to be riding on the road, i have found ballancing front and rear tires to be pretty important. (more or less depending on the tire). I have another video on balancing tires, but what i would suggest, if you're not running a rim lock, then the little glass balancing beads work great. If you are running a rim lock, you'll need more weight to offset the rimlock so beads wont work well, i would suggest spoke weights.
@@goneridn4339 sounds good on the spokes. I will look around for a spoke torque wrench. It is my understanding that these spokes on the KLR are hollow and therefore inner tubes MUST always be used on either TL or TT tires. I see spoke weights on the front but nothing on the rear. How does someone tell if the tire has a rim lock? Is that similar to a bead lock on an off road vehicle?
@@Ghostrider-71 Tubes are required on almost all spoked wheels, there are a few bikes that have sealed rims but very few. There are also aftermarket tubless systems that add a small high-pressure tube around the rim to seal off the spokes. The KLR spokes aren't hollow, but air would leak through the spoke interface with the wheel if a tube was not present. A rim lock on a bike serves the same function as a bead lock on a truck. If you have one, it kind of looks like a 2nd valve stem coming out of the wheel about 6 inches away from the valve stem, but solid. If you google motorcycle rim lock, you'll see what I'm talking about.
Great tips ty.
Much appreciated and I did learn a great deal.
COOL STUFF. very helpful ! it would be swell if ya link all the tools, bag, etc. yer using ;) thx]
LOVE the video. Thank you
Thanks!
nice work !!! hope you were out chasing today and #livetoride
What sizes did you use for the front and rear tubes?
Front - 80/100-21 Rear - 110/100-17
Do you not have to balance the tire?
I used balancing beads in these tires, I think I forgot to show that in the video. But I do have another video on balancing tires that I will link below.
ua-cam.com/video/fE7f1NGOaE4/v-deo.htmlsi=MLKDBp5xpbNHhPxI
@@goneridn4339 I see appreciate it
Where .are you getting new inner tubes? I have not found a source. Looks like you are not using a 130/80.
I normally purchase from revzilla.com or rockymountainatvmc.com.
Any tube with a similar ratio to the tire size and same wheel size will work, such as a 110/100-17. In an emergency you could even use a 21" front tube in the rear to get you back to civilization. Of course that is a temporary fix.
I keep a baggie of tire talc on my bike. In case my bike ever gets searched I have it labeled "Not Cocaine".
I do the same thing with my bags of cocaine. Works every time.
Good job buddy. Sorry I can’t make the trip with you. I just sold the Ktm.
I suggest you let that one marinade 😂
Thanks man, Its all good. My brothers are going to meet up with me for a portion of it.
Cheers Bro, good vid! (;{~
Balancing the tire?
I am editing a balancing video right now and ill have it posted in the next few days.
Great video. How are the 705's working out?
NO ONE gives torque specs! damn
Great video. Thanks!
Thanks!