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Car tires on motorcycle? Street Bike Tire Changer Review by a Darkside Rider

Chuck had a unique problem that kept him from purchasing. He rides a Honda VTX 1800N (V-twin cruiser). He also belongs to a large group of riders who wear a Car Tire on the rear wheel of their motorcycle - the Darkside riders. How is it to mount and dismount a car tire with Rabaconda? Read what he has to say about it

January 04, 2023

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How Much Does It Cost to Change Motorcycle Tires?

Wondering how much it costs to change motorcycle tires and whether you’d be better off changing them on your own? It all depends on several factors – your budget, how much time you can spare, and how far is your nearest dealership.

November 17, 2022

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Tubed vs Tubeless Motorcycle Tires - Differences and Advantages

What’s the difference between tubed vs tubeless motorcycle tires, and which one should you go for? Is it possible to put a tube in a tubeless tire, or, conversely, change a tubed tire into a tubeless one? Figuring out which tire type is best for you can be confusing, especially as there are so many different options out there.
To help you out, we’ll cover the pros and cons of tubed vs tubeless motorcycle tires, look at the advantages of going tubeless, and talk about swapping tubed to tubeless as well as tire-changing options.

October 26, 2022

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Street Bike Tire Changer vs Pirelli Angel GT

Can your average rider change a stiff sidewall Pirelli Angel GT tire with over 12k kilometers on, using the Rabaconda Street Bike Tire Changer for the second time ever (not to mention forgetting to use lubricant when taking the tire off)? Why yes, absolutely – they can. In a new Lohn Rider video, rider Scott Lohnes shares just how long it took him to change the stubborn, worn Pirelli Angel GT – and how he did it. This isn’t some slick marketing video done by the pros: it’s just Scott and Rabaconda vs an old GT tire. Watch the mayhem...

August 04, 2022

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Street Bike Tire Changer Review by Superbike Coach

Our newest tool, the Street Bike Tire Changer, is making a splash in the sport bike community. Designed for fast and easy tire changes in the garage or trackside, this tool is aimed at cast wheels and works with both single and double-sided swingarms. It’s got a comfortable operating position with low weight, and the plastic mounting heads prevent rim-scratching. The best part is, it also works on spoked wheels, and you can change any tires - soft of stiff - as long as you’ve got the technique nailed down. But this isn’t about us: this is about riders who...

June 27, 2022

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The Rabaconda Blog

Car tires on motorcycle? Street Bike Tire Changer Review by a Darkside Rider

How Much Does It Cost to Change Motorcycle Tires?

Tubed vs Tubeless Motorcycle Tires - Differences and Advantages

Street Bike Tire Changer vs Pirelli Angel GT

Street Bike Tire Changer Review by Superbike Coach

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