Portable Tyre Changer

[windy]

I am not sure if this thread has been started on here before. Looking at getting a Tyre changing set up. Just thought I would see what people use recommend etc. And if anyone else wants one, so maybe we can do a group buy and save on postage etc.

So I have seen the setup Cam has, using the Mojolever and a portable tyre changer / bead breaker. I have emailed the guy who sells the Mojolever, he has said I can order the lever delivered for $162 US. Then a portable tyre changer / bead breaker are available everywhere for around $100 to $150. Then I guess I just need the balancing set up.

Any thoughts or input would be appreciated.

Windy

[Metal-Man]

Like everything we buy, there are always *pro's and con's* (good points versus bad points.

Mojolever:

Pro's;

Easy to use, once you've read and understood the user instructions that come with the lever, after using it a few times initially.
Save $$ by doing your own tyre changes while at home or the track.

Design is very strong, solid piece of metal bar.

End bits are easily replaceable.

Con's

Tyres are too difficult to change when cold
Tyres must be warm prior to removal/fitting (highly recommend using tyre warmers or throw out in the sun. Use warmers if not sunny)
Need to buy bead breaker http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TORPEDO7-Portable-Tyre-Changer-with-Bead-Breaker-/221584338216?hash=item339774ad28
Need rubber lube paste http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Tyre-Bead-Wax-Lube-1kg-Tub-Made-In-Italy-/151317048616?hash=item233b32ed28
Need wheel balancer http://www.kaneg.com.au/products/Wheel-Balancer-Static-Motorbike.html
Need to buy wheel weights http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MOTORCYCLE-MOTORBIKE-WHEEL-STICK-ON-WEIGHTS-7g-10g-BARS-WEIGHTS-/151598730200?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item234bfd0bd8


links are examples only

And last but not least ...

you'll need to find somewhere to mount the bead breaker so it can be used, ie: draw bar of your trailer on the spare wheel.


Other than that, it's a fantastic piece of kit.

I've used it many times at the track, and have had several people walk past an watch me change my own tyres, then people start asking if they can get theirs changed too. ;-)