I'm having a tuff time getting this tire mounted on the rim. Can anyone tell me how to make this job easier?
1243615
Tire irons if you haven't already tried using some of those. Some rims can be more difficult than others and make the task go from just requiring pressure and manipulation from your hands and thumbs to requiring tire irons to leverage the tire over the rim
1243616
I used irons on the first wheel w/o any problem (inflating the tube slightly). The second wheel was a sick sister. I ruined two new tubes trying to mount the tire the same way. On the third tube, I used a little soapy water on the tire bead, and it seemed to slip in a little easier. I still had to use small irons (it was not even close to fitting otherwise), and I made sure the tube was not close to the wheel rim before lifting the iron. I have probably changed 10 tires without popping one before. These were the most difficult tires to install I have ever run across.
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I agree that tire irons would help, although you run the risk of popping your tube. I would just keep using your hands on both sides of the tire and force the last of it on...I just realized that you may mean you are having trouble with the entire tire, since it is a folding type, here is a video from the manufacturer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F6dZ05XLHE
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I will assume you are having problems with the last 6-8 inches of the tire. What I did to get it on the rest of the way was to add a little air to the tube so that I wouldn't pinch it. Then with the unfinished side facing away from you, take a tire lever and lift up about two inches in. While still lifting up, use your free hand to work on those two inches. You will need to use some elbow grease to muscle it on. Then repeat until tire is on. The last inch is easy. Took me less than 2 minutes to get the last part of the tire on, after I figured it out of course.
2036189
Strao that sucker down and adjust the bolts on the rack to let the tire drop in the slot. They have straps for the wheels too ! Keep the rubber side down !
1647775
It might seam over whelming at first. But there are only 3 pieces to the wheel. The two halves with the prongs already attached and the tire. If you cut the washer/sleeves for the screws that are molded together with the wheel, it will be easier to assemble .One or two trials will get the tire to stretch properly. Make sure the screws are properly tightened. Check it after each use also. Loose screws will affect the wheel stability and break the wheel. Good Luck.
1244359
They're easy sneezy to install- remove the cap, screw on tightly (about 1/8th to 1/4th turn beyond finger tight) then make sure the long end is rotating lengthwise with the tire- you're golden.
1276446
I installed mine myself and blew one out almost immediately. Installed another and both have done very well ever since but I can not tell you why they slip so easily. You might want to try a set of tires with the wire edges which hold much better to the rim.
977984
It is the same for a tubed tire. Remove the bead from one side of the tire. Clean the inside of the tire. Then lay the tube inside and push the valve through. Put the nut on the valve & tighten it. Re-press the bead to the inside of the rim & add air to the tube to seal the bead.
54701
Just take rim to local discount tire dealer and they will mount an inflatable spare on it. Not full size tire- just a donut spare. About $65 for spare tire.
1891598
Take it to a local tire repair service center. They can patch it. Will be cheaper. We have done this twice.
1296616
I agree with dgminer; you have to snap it into place. It felt like I was forcing it, and then I gave it a little more elbow grease and it snapped on. You might to rotate it slowly as you try to snap it on.
692819
make sure the screw is in the hole in the back. It should not be on the metal that spins the back tire, but as you move it around there is a hole to put the screw in.
42040
Install dummie sensor at the outer-most part of rim. Install bracket with o-ring on handle bars and use zip ties (no need to wrap wire around forks or handle bars) to tie wire to bike. Installs with zip ties and o-ring; no biggie. Find someone that's mechanically inclined if you're still having trouble; they won't find it difficult at all.
1083413
You need not worry about the rim, you get the tire and rim both. Just make sure the 5/8" bore and the bolt patern match and your good to go. I hope this helps.
1671824
I had absolutely no problems mounting these and I am a novice. I just unpacked them and let them 'shape' overnight. I then put the tube on slightly inflated to help with the shape and I used a pair of Pedro tire levers: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FOMD6M/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
1489012
I'm not sure what you mean by 31's. If asking how you fit the bead on the rim, the tool with the changer will do the job. You may need to get someone who has done this to guide you thru the process. It is generally easier as a two man job anyway. If you are asking how to seal the bead to the rim, using a lubricant like a bead seating fluid or just liquid detergent helps a great deal. Also cleaning and wire brushing the rim surface before putting the tire on will help a lot. Also a 4 or 6 pound hammer is useful as a persuader..
1287864
Putting on axle assembly (6 or 8 screws). Handle one screw, and slip on tires that are held on with cotter pins. Ten min or less and it's ready to roll
384917
The rim is small.... So I jus used duck tape. Seems to b working fine. I've had it on for a month now
860869
no you will have to get the tire put on your own rim. You only get the tire no rim.