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Old Nov 20, 2010 | 01:01 PM
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how often do you change your tubes? i'm putting new tires on this winter.
 
Old Nov 20, 2010 | 01:19 PM
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I use the tube for 2 tires, unless there is signs of wear. Replace the rubber band (spoke protector) every time.
 
Old Nov 20, 2010 | 02:26 PM
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I replace everything each time, (spoke protector, tube, along with the tire) It only cost 20-30 bucks extra and is worth the piece of mind.
 
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Unless you are doing your own tire change out, most shops will not replace tubed tires without new tubes. Especially HD dealerships.
 
Old Nov 20, 2010 | 07:41 PM
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I now have tubeless, but I would say new tires, new tubes. Why would you not?
Its not worth the risk.
 
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If you change the tire, change the tube and rim strip
 
Old Nov 20, 2010 | 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by 818Sportster883C
I replace everything each time, (spoke protector, tube, along with the tire) It only cost 20-30 bucks extra and is worth the piece of mind.

Yep .
 
Old Nov 20, 2010 | 08:32 PM
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Change 'em.
 
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Dealer will do it every time...

My Indy every two or three rears cause I go through more than 1 a yr.. front every other tire.
 
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