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Old October 5th, 2017, 04:33 AM   #26
Zaph42
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Name: John
Location: Appleton, WI
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Motorcycle(s): Ninja 300 (race), Ninja 1000 (road)

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Bead breakers are pretty cheap on ebay, but before I had one of those I just used a big c-clamp I had. A set of 3-4 motion pro spoons and up to 4 rim guards, but I will say 2 rim guards is not enough.

Also, an interesting note: baby ninjas are harder to do than supersports. Not sure why, but I think it's because the little valley where the bead rests as you are spooning it off the other side is a lot smaller. Tire changes on my 675R were much easier.

You need a 125+ PSI high volume compressor to seat the bead most of the time. Also don't forget bead lube, and don't use windex like some people say. I use Xtra Seal 1Gal Slik Bead Lube. I like that stuff better than the grease based lubes because the tire is lest likely to have a bead leak later.
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