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Hey guys, I just changed my tires (like I always do and it always worked no problem) but this f'cking tire man, was so hard to mount. Anyways, i damaged the inside a little bit on two spots while mounting. Hard to describe, to much pressure I guess. Do you think I can ride, I mean does it affect the tube or anything like that? I hope its no problem.. i know its stupid, but im racing this weekend and im planning to go there tomorrow, so..
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I know, but its already done, you dont see anything from the outside and it sits well on the rim. it was like 2 spots (2-3 cm long) were it was overstretched on the inside. Just wanted to ask if anyone had the same experience and had problems afterwards.
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You tore the bead. Not good. I would say you’re more likely to have an issue with it and get a flat than for it to be OK. I did this once before I really learned how to change a tire & have seen others do it too.
Is the bead seated correctly 100% all the way around the rim? The bead needs to have an even amount showing around the rim.
At the very least, ride the bike for a few motos before race day to see if holds without loosing a seated bead and getting a flat.
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We'll see. Im going to ride on saturday training sessions, if it holds up I will race on sunday. But probably ill put on a new one next week.
And yeah, theres one spot where its maybe 1mm off, you really have to look very closely to see it.
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I would rock it... if the bead is seated all the way around then your golden. I have done similar and the only time it was a problem is when the bead won’t set correctly.. next time get the tire warm and use dish soap or just be more careful
