another tire changing question

[mikejmd]

When using the HF motorcycle tire changer to dismount and mount tires, should any of the brake rotors or rear sprocket be removed from the wheels?

Thanks in advance, Mike

[Mr Bogus]

absolutely not... but make sure they (rotors) are not on the ground or the center of the machine when applying force... especially true when "breaking beads" just act as though they are made of glass

Sprocket and cushdrive can be removed as an assembly....

[mikejmd]

Thank you Mr. Bogus. I'm a tire changing virgin.

[Camano Rider]

There should be enough space to clear either the brake rotor and rear sprocket. The part of the process you need to keep an eye on both parts is during the process of breaking the bead when using the mechanism to do the job using HR.

[mikejmd]

make that a "virgin at tire changing".

[TruWrecks]

Bogus is correct. Treat the rotors like they are glass. You can pace a couple of 2x4's under the wheel while breaking the bead. A liquid dishsoap and water mix will make it a breeze to remove and mount the tires on the rim.

Make sure you tape the tire bar ends before you use it, or get the Mojo Bar or No Marr tire bars.

[lucky-dog]

A friend of mine just got a new tire changer, he posted it on S/H.org check it out..

[Mr Bogus]

There should be enough space to clear either the brake rotor and rear sprocket. The part of the process you need to keep an eye on both parts is during the process of breaking the bead when using the mechanism to do the job using HR.

you wont keep the rear sprocket/cush drive in place... they fall apart (unless they are brand new... )

[mikejmd]

Are you saying to remove the sprocket and cush drive?
For better or worse I got the HF wheel balancer.
Should the sprocket and rotor be on the rear wheel when
balancing?