29-06-2020, 06:15 PM
Don't use levers to put tyres on.
Use lubricant.
A bit of air in the tube.
Finish at the valve.
As well as your feet, use a 2 foot length of timber 2" x 2" and a very large hammer. Nudging with a heavy hammer is better that hitting hard with a little hammer.
When you get to the last few inches near the valve, make sure the bead of the tyre, opposite the valve, is in the well of the rim. Not in place at the edge of the rim.
Two years ago I punctured a tyre putting it on with levers. Then had advice on this wonderful forum and went on to fit 5 tyres with ease.
Use lubricant.
A bit of air in the tube.
Finish at the valve.
As well as your feet, use a 2 foot length of timber 2" x 2" and a very large hammer. Nudging with a heavy hammer is better that hitting hard with a little hammer.
When you get to the last few inches near the valve, make sure the bead of the tyre, opposite the valve, is in the well of the rim. Not in place at the edge of the rim.
Two years ago I punctured a tyre putting it on with levers. Then had advice on this wonderful forum and went on to fit 5 tyres with ease.