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Tire removal

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I'm assembling a surplus of tools to change the tires for the first time on my GS425 on my own. I've got the new tires, 3 tire irons, rim protectors, adhesive balancing weights, balancing stand on the way. Will I need to remove the valve stem with a special tool? If so, could someone direct me to where I can find the specific tool I'll need?

Total newbie question, but I've always had my tires changed professionally. I'd like to do all the work myself this time, though.

Thanks!

GSP
 
I bought a valve core removal tool but couldn't use it because the handle on it was too long. So my new valve core removal tool is a cotter pin with the legs cut even and spread a few mm apart. Small needle-nose pliers apply gentle additional force when necessary.
 
So I've got the front tire off completely. The tire is ALMOST off the rim. I broke the seal on both sides and got one side completely off. Found out the hard way that the PO was running tubes. I'm not sure if I punctured it yet, but will know soon. My question, of course, is that I bought what seems to be tubed tires without new tubes. Will I need the valve stem removal tool to get the tube out? Will I need new tubes? I've never run tubed before.

Thanks for the help,

GSP
 
You do not need the tool. Simply press the valve core stem with a small screwdriver to let the air out, then pull it out. Personally, I would go ahead and replace the tubes, just to be on the safe side.
You can run tubes in tubeless tires, btw.
 
Yup, the 425, and all 1979 Suzuki's, used tubes. Get new ones and don't pinch them when you lever the tire on, otherwise you will have to pull it off again.
 
koolaid_kid said:
You do not need the tool. Simply press the valve core stem with a small screwdriver to let the air out, then pull it out. Personally, I would go ahead and replace the tubes, just to be on the safe side.
You can run tubes in tubeless tires, btw.
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How do I pull it out? OH. You mean, pull the tube out? No issues?
 
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