WHAT'S INCLUDED
KEY BENEFITS
TECHNICAL SPECS
Rabaconda products are shipped out from our German or Estonian warehouses (whichever is the cheaper option for the customer), and we use both DPD and DHL as our transport partners. Our aim is to dispatch all orders within 48 hours, subject to stock availability and security checks. We cannot deliver to PO boxes.
Delivery time within Europe is 5 to 7 business days. For other countries, please contact our customer support team on +44 7960 246 838 or via support@rabaconda.com. We offer FREE SHIPPING within Europe on all orders over 250 euros. If your order total is less than 250 euros, you can check the shipping rate by adding a product into the shopping basket and by entering your delivery address.
Please note that all customers outside of the EU are responsible for any and all applicable customs, duties, taxes, or fees. These charges and amounts are not the responsibility of RABACONDA OÜ. They are payable by the customer and are entirely the customer’s responsibility, regarding both customs declarations and payments to the authorities and competent bodies of the customer’s country. Customers are advised to contact local authorities for information on these matters. Taxes may vary by item, country, region, and province. Please be aware that average customs clearance times vary per country.
Will it work on my bike?
As long as the wheel is 12-21" in diameter, the tyre is up to 250mm wide and the wheel's centre hub is larger than 15mm (the 15mm Spindle Kit is included for smaller hubs), it will work. We recommend measuring your hub to confirm whether you need any additional adapters.
What is the smallest axle diameter it supports?
15mm: the 15mm Spindle Kit is included in the box.
Does it work on wire-spoked wheels, not just cast?
Yes. It's designed predominantly for cast wheels but also works on wire-spoked wheels. Instead of the stopper pin, use the included strap through the spokes, positioned right next to the rim. Excessive force can still risk damaging a spoke, so care is needed.
Does it work on cross-spoked wheels (BMW GS, Africa Twin)?
Yes, with the Duck Head Kit for Cross-Spoked Wheels in addition to the changer, needed because cross-spokes run further out toward the rim edge than standard spokes.
Does it work on single-sided swingarms?
Yes, with optional adapters. Double-sided swingarms use the included stepped spacer to align the wheel on the centre spindle; single-sided swingarm wheels vary by bike model and need a model-specific adapter.
Does it work on solid rims with no spoke gaps?
It depends on the brake disc. Some solid cast wheels have slots in the disc that let you thread the included strap through to stop rotation during mounting/dismounting (a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy is a good example). If the brake disc has no such slots, it can't be used on that wheel.
Can it be used on carbon fibre wheels?
Yes, but only when fitted with the Carbon Fibre Wheel Supports accessory, made specifically to adapt the changer for carbon rims. Extra care is required. We recommend practicing on an alloy rim first before working on carbon fibre.
Will it scratch or damage my rim?
Every part that contacts the rim is covered in plastic, but we can't guarantee zero risk. It depends a lot on technique. On our painted demo wheels, we saw the first cosmetic wear marks appear after roughly 150 changes.
Does it balance the wheel too?
No. Pair it with the Rabaconda Motorcycle Wheel Balancer, which takes just a few minutes per wheel. Balancing beads, Ride-On tyre balancing liquid and Centramatic balancers are other options some riders use.
Can I change dirt bike tyres with it?
Yes, if your dirt bike wheel has a rim lock, take extra care and attention navigating it. That said, the Street changer works on tubes or Tubliss dirt bike tires, but it does not work on dirt bike tires with mousse bib inserts because a duck head can't be used to mount or dismount tyres with bib mousse inserts. Use the Dirt Bike Tyre Changer and the Pro Tyre Iron Set instead.
How many tyre changes can it handle in a day?
4-6 changes a day. It takes a bit of practice. Most people have the technique fine-tuned after about 10 changes.
What's the difference between this and a basic bead breaker stand?
A bead breaker alone only pushes the tyre off the rim, the hardest part of the job, but it won't mount or dismount the tyre for you. The Street Bike Tyre Changer includes a bead breaker AND the ratcheting duck head system, so it also does the mounting and dismounting. If a listing doesn't mention a duck head or an equivalent mounting system, it's likely bead-breaker-only and you'll still be finishing the job by hand with tyre irons.
Does it work with the Tubliss system?
Yes. Install the Tubliss components and slide the tyre onto the rim exactly as shown in Tubliss's official tutorial, then use the duck head wherever their instructions call for tyre irons. Mount each bead in turn, using the included strap (not the metal stopper pin) to hold spoked wheels in place, push the mounted section into the drop centre and use plenty of tyre lube. Take care to position the rim lock correctly and don't force it.
My bike has a small hub like a Honda Grom (12mm), will this work?
Not on its own. The smallest hub this changer supports is 15mm, using the included 15mm Spindle Kit. We've tested a 12mm spindle on this changer and it bent under the ratchet system's force, which is why we don't sell one. If your bike has a 10-24mm hub and 10-17" wheels, our Mini Tyre Changer is built for it instead.
Do I need to remove the brake rotor, sprocket or pulley first?
Usually not. The wheel support blocks sit 40mm off the frame, which clears most rotors, sprockets and pulleys. If a sprocket or pulley extends further out than usual and the wheel won't fully rest on the supports, the included Wheel Support Riser Brackets add extra clearance. Only remove the part itself if the wheel still won't seat with the risers fitted.
