Sealey STS01 Folding Wheel Step

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Changing a motorcycle tyre is a task that can be accomplished with patience, the right tools, and following the proper steps. To help avoid flat tyres, keep a careful eye on your vehicle, checking tyre inflation levels, tyre tread levels and brake pads, as these can all be factors. Do not exceed the maximum speed detailed in the car’s handbook (and usually also on the repair kit itself).

If you are talking about all the tread blocks on part of the tyre wearing at an angle, this seems be related more to the tyre than the suspension, i. On the side of the wheel opposite the valve, slip a tyre lever under the tyre’s bead and a further tyre lever about roughly 5cm away.

Before you attempt to remove the flat or defective tyre, you should ensure that you have the correct tools for the job. Always follow the recommended tyre pressure specified by the motorcycle manufacturer, which can usually be found in the user manual or on a placard on the bike.

Over-inflating tyres can mean they wear unevenly and may become more susceptible to damage from striking kerbs or sharp stones. Changing a motorcycle tyre may seem daunting at first, but with the right tools and a step-by-step approach, you can successfully replace your tyre. Put on your reflective jacket if you have one, and position your warning triangle to alert oncoming drivers.However, if you dangerously decide to continue driving you could do lasting damage to your wheel and your vehicle, as well as putting yourselves and other road users at risk. If the tyre can't be repaired and you need toreplace it, our guide to purchasing tyres may come in handy. To get the maximum mileage from your tyres, avoid harsh braking, rapid acceleration and fast cornering – all of these will increase wear.