How To Change A Bicycle Inner Tube

How to Change a Bicycle Inner Tube

If you want to learn how to change a bicycle inner tube, follow these step-by-step instructions based on the closed captions of the YouTube video "How To Change A Bicycle Inner Tube" from the channel Global Cycling Network.

Step 1: Remove the Wheel

1. Start by taking the wheel off the bike.
2. Undo the brakes and then undo the quick release at the back of the wheel.
3. Pull the derailleur back to clear the sprocket when the wheel drops out.

Step 2: Remove the Tire

1. Use tire levers to remove the tire.
2. Insert the first tire lever underneath the bead of the tire at the opposite end of the wheel from the valve.
3. Insert the second tire lever about 12 centimeters further down the rim.
4. Lever the tire levers to pop the bead of the tire over the edge of the rim.
5. Pull the rest of the tire off with the heel of your hand.

Step 3: Replace the Inner Tube

1. Remove the dust cap and lock ring from the new inner tube.
2. Partially inflate the inner tube so it holds its shape.
3. Insert the valve of the tube through the valve hole in the rim and tuck the rest of the tube back into the rim.

Step 4: Refit the Tire

1. Refit the last side of the tire by tucking the bead inside the rim with your fingers.
2. Push the bead with both thumbs around the rim.
3. Insert a tire lever carefully underneath the last bit of the bead and lever it to pop the tire back inside the rim.

Step 5: Check and Reinstall

1. Check the inside of the tire for any foreign objects that may have caused the puncture.
2. Ensure the inner tube is properly seated inside the tire and the rim.
3. Make sure no bits of the inner tube are sticking out of the rim.
4. Reinstall the wheel back in the frame, ensuring the derailleur clears the sprockets.

Step 6: Final Touches

1. Use tire levers to ensure the tire is properly seated on the rim.
2. Run your thumbs inside the bead to force any slack towards the bottom.
3. Pull the bead over with your fingers or thumbs to secure it on the rim.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully change a bicycle inner tube. Remember to be careful and thorough throughout the process to avoid any issues when re-inflating the tire.