|
|
Post by tocoo on Nov 4, 2018 9:19:30 GMT -5
I was told that tires of any vehicle harden years after years and even if they are not worn, they must be changed after 5 years after the date of manufacturing [not the date of purchase]. Is it true for the 50cc scooters like the gy6 139qmb ?
Since it seems hard to change a tyre, I was thinking of letting the mechanics do it, but I would like a price range for his service. how long does it take to change 2 tires on a scooter {I will tell me to change the 2 breaks too, since they get near the age of 5 years] ?
|
|
|
|
Post by scooterpimp on Nov 4, 2018 10:49:44 GMT -5
Never had a set of tires last 5 years, lol. If they are the original China tires that came with scoot, personally i would have them replaced just my 2 cents.
|
|
|
|
Post by milly on Nov 4, 2018 11:00:12 GMT -5
5yrs sounds about right and yes get the mechanic to change them. Done mine yesterday and a bugger of a job it was.
|
|
|
|
Post by aeroxbud on Nov 4, 2018 16:25:50 GMT -5
If the tyre is stored correctly it should not start ageing until it is used. They definitely do go hard though once exposed to the elements.
If in doubt I would change them. Scooter tyres are quite cheap.
It should not take long to change a front tyre. The back one will probably cost more as on a lot of scooters you have to remove the exhaust.
I know a lot of garages charge less if you can just take the loose wheels in.
The brakes should only need changing it they are near the wear limit. But if you have the back wheel off it does not take long to change the rear brake if it's a drum set-up
|
|
|
|
Post by scooterpimp on Nov 4, 2018 16:29:47 GMT -5
Those Tyre's seem to last longer. Than our Tires ...lol. sorry i had a FrankenMech moment...
|
|
|
|
Post by 90GTVert on Nov 5, 2018 3:54:42 GMT -5
A lot of people think tires are awful to change. I did when I first tried it, but now it's not a big deal. As I improved my tools, it got even easier. I had 3 small tire irons/spoons till recently switching to a Motion Pro setup that breaks beads and are larger tire irons. Those made everything even easier for me. They are about $50, but if you plan to ride for long you will likely continue to do enough tires that they're worth every penny. Link to the tools mentioned : amzn.to/2SK6q6SFront is usually just raising the front of the scoot and taking out the axle and spacers. You can often tie down or weigh down the rear of the scoot with it on the centerstand and that will keep the front tire in the air. If you DIY, it's a good time to make sure the front wheel bearings are OK while the wheel is off. Rear most often requires removing the exhaust or at least muffler and maybe a bracket on some and the axle nut. Centerstand should keep the rear in the air if you aren't working on the front. You will need a breaker bar or impact to get the axle nut off most likely. Brakes can just be checked. Service manuals usually give you specs on thickness and such and you can check for cracking or warping. Most maintenance schedules would advise brake fluid change before 5 years. My Yamaha TMAX manual says to change all brake hoses every 4 years, but that is overkill to me. I would advise checking hoses for cracking though. Make sure they are still pliable and you should be able to bend them without seeing a bunch of little cracks appear. |
|
|
|
Post by aeroxbud on Nov 5, 2018 14:27:07 GMT -5
Those Tyre's seem to last longer. Than our Tires ...lol. sorry i had a FrankenMech moment... We only get the good stuff in Europe. If it's spelt tire you know you're getting an inferior product.  |
|
|
|
Post by milly on Nov 5, 2018 18:34:54 GMT -5
|
|
|
|
Post by aeroxbud on Nov 5, 2018 19:35:06 GMT -5
Bloody tablet. Always changing words. 😣 could even be inferior 😉 |
|
|
|
Post by section1 on Nov 5, 2018 20:03:38 GMT -5
I wonder if the type of tire matters or not. I admit I haven't looked into them at all but I wonder if scooter tires are radial style? Mine doesn't seem to be from the way they feel. The tires on my 150 are a 13-inch and a lower profile and feel very hard and stiff. Any sand or wet area and I know it quick. My 49 has a 10 inch taller tire that feels much softer and actually seems to be more secure or have more traction on the road. My tires seem to be a bias ply tire if I had to guess.
|
|
|
|
Post by fuzzyruttin on Nov 6, 2018 5:21:08 GMT -5
I know a lot of garages charge less if you can just take the loose wheels in. My local Mavis Discount Tire did my scoot wheels for free. They even had to use one of those 5-gallon air bead seater tanks. It was not an easy job since my tires are stretched. Point is, they did it for free. I went back to have the front re-done because I wanted a larger profile tire installed. I brought them pizza & wings the second time. :-) The local bike shop wanted something like $80 per wheel, like yeah right thanks see ya later |
|
|
|
Post by jeff84 on Nov 6, 2018 7:31:39 GMT -5
perelli diablo acooter tires are the only belted scooter tire I know of. they preform well but they don't last long. the the rubber started to separate from the belts after only about 2000 miles. still had lots of tread left. perelli sl26 are my favorite scooter tire. I cant say ive tried a lot of different tires thouh
|
|
|
|
Post by aeroxbud on Nov 6, 2018 8:45:34 GMT -5
I know a lot of garages charge less if you can just take the loose wheels in. My local Mavis Discount Tire did my scoot wheels for free. They even had to use one of those 5-gallon air bead seater tanks. It was not an easy job since my tires are stretched. Point is, they did it for free. I went back to have the front re-done because I wanted a larger profile tire installed. I brought them pizza & wings the second time. :-) The local bike shop wanted something like $80 per wheel, like yeah right thanks see ya later Nice guys. For the price of a pizza it's worth keeping on their good side. I have a local tyre fitter near me. Last time I got tyres fitted, he said they will fit them for free if I buy them from them. 👍 |
|
|
|
Post by FrankenMech on Nov 6, 2018 20:19:38 GMT -5
|
|
|
|
Post by frank50e on Nov 8, 2018 17:17:17 GMT -5
What Frank said.I bought,resold and rode vintage Triumphs for many years.took 30 yr old Dunlop K-70’s well over the ton countless times .(Not an endorsement) but never had a tire fail.Had a guy help me due to my missing leg) help me put a new caliper on my Camry.He pointed out that even though I had 11/32 tread left on my tires they were 5 yrs old.My response was thank you for the info.JMO
|
|
