MJSfoto1956
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While I've used this "zip tie" tire mounting technique on my ICE bike previously, I had never done it with a hub motor.
The key thing I discovered was creating a 2x6 platform to raise the motor shaft off the ground, thereby allowing the process to proceed as normal.
Start by zip-tying the tire together -- I suggest using six 24" ties spaced evenly around. The key is to make sure the tire edges touch together
Be sure to use rubber mats to protect the rim
Start by angling the zip-tied tire onto the rim as far as she will go
Slather that lube around the insides of the tire edge.
Slowly fit the tire around the well-lubed edge, constantly pushing right at the edge a little at a time back & forth and the tire will magically fall into place -- all without any tools!
The key thing I discovered was creating a 2x6 platform to raise the motor shaft off the ground, thereby allowing the process to proceed as normal.
Start by zip-tying the tire together -- I suggest using six 24" ties spaced evenly around. The key is to make sure the tire edges touch together
Be sure to use rubber mats to protect the rim
Start by angling the zip-tied tire onto the rim as far as she will go
Slather that lube around the insides of the tire edge.
Slowly fit the tire around the well-lubed edge, constantly pushing right at the edge a little at a time back & forth and the tire will magically fall into place -- all without any tools!