Rear tire change

Mister Baritone · 07-06-2024, 06:18 PM

My 07 Nomad is in need of a rear tire but I don't have a lift. On Goldwings, it's suggested to lay the bike on its side to change it. Would this method work on the Nomad?

**JD Hog** · 07-06-2024, 08:07 PM

I would not personally do it that way.

redjay · 07-07-2024, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Mister Baritone

My 07 Nomad is in need of a rear tire but I don't have a lift. On Goldwings, it's suggested to lay the bike on its side to change it. Would this method work on the Nomad?

Check Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji for a used motorcycle lift.
You should be able to find one for $50-$100.

The Black Knight · 07-09-2024, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JD Hog

I would not personally do it that way.

I agree with you.

**Eagle Eye** · 07-09-2024, 10:32 AM

I got my lift for cheap on a Princess Auto warehouse sale, the Canadian equivalent of Harbour Freight in the US. You'll also need an Idaho jack adapter. Not sure if Bud still makes them, but I'm sure someone who has changed bikes has one kicking around.

redjay · 07-09-2024, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Eagle Eye

I got my lift for cheap on a Princess Auto warehouse sale, the Canadian equivalent of Harbour Freight in the US. You'll also need an Idaho jack adapter. Not sure if Bud still makes them, but I'm sure someone who has changed bikes has one kicking around.

I think Idaho stopped making the jack adapters. You can use a regular motorcycle jack if you make some height spacers. Some use a hockey puck for that purpose.

https://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/...o+jack+adapter

Mister Baritone · 07-10-2024, 10:14 AM

OK. If I go out and buy a lift, I'll also have to buy a Jack Adapter just to change the rear tire? I don't plan on doing any other work on the bike other than that. What is the exact need of the adapter? To avoid damaging to the motor, just to make it more secure, or what?

RJM · 07-10-2024, 10:20 AM

I don't use an adapter and have never had an issue. I have the Torin jack and put it under the tabs and the engine.

redjay · 07-10-2024, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister Baritone

OK. If I go out and buy a lift, I'll also have to buy a Jack Adapter just to change the rear tire? I don't plan on doing any other work on the bike other than that. What is the exact need of the adapter? To avoid damaging to the motor, just to make it more secure, or what?

All you need is some 1 inch spacers strategically placed to avoid lifting on the engine casting.

The adapter refines that process and attaches to the underside of the chassis temporarily to provide a secure lifting point for the motorcycle jack.

redjay · 07-10-2024, 12:51 PM

Depending on how long you plan on keeping the bike it might be cheaper to have a shop install a tire for you.

redjay · 07-10-2024, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister Baritone

My 07 Nomad is in need of a rear tire but I don't have a lift. On Goldwings, it's suggested to lay the bike on its side to change it. Would this method work on the Nomad?

Its not really a suggestion but it can be done that way in a pinch if you don't have access to a motorcycle jack. Some older Goldwings have a panel between the bags that can be removed so the wheel can be rolled out from under the bike while its on the centre stand.

The guy in the video uses a scissor type motorcycle jack to raise the bike.
That type of jack is cheaper than a regular two arm motorcycle jack.

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Eagle Eye Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southern Alberta Posts: 664	I got my lift for cheap on a Princess Auto warehouse sale, the Canadian equivalent of Harbour Freight in the US. You'll also need an Idaho jack adapter. Not sure if Bud still makes them, but I'm sure someone who has changed bikes has one kicking around. __________________ VBA #02217 06 Nomad Buy the ticket, Take the ride. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-10-2024, 10:14 AM	#7
Mister Baritone Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: NH Seacoast Posts: 12	OK. If I go out and buy a lift, I'll also have to buy a Jack Adapter just to change the rear tire? I don't plan on doing any other work on the bike other than that. What is the exact need of the adapter? To avoid damaging to the motor, just to make it more secure, or what?
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07-10-2024, 10:20 AM	#8
RJM Jr. Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Michigan Posts: 5	I don't use an adapter and have never had an issue. I have the Torin jack and put it under the tabs and the engine.
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redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,982	Depending on how long you plan on keeping the bike it might be cheaper to have a shop install a tire for you.
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