I just had my first blow out on my Adv 150. Thanks for the video, it's nice to see it in a video before you jump in if you can. Fortunately it blew about 2 blocks from my house and I was only going about 35mph. Parked it in the drive and jumped on the rebel. Made it to work with time to spare. It pays to give yourself extra time to get where you need to go!👍👍👍

@QuasiMotard

3 ай бұрын

WOW... that's lucky bad luck on the location and speed! Good luck with the tire repairs, and let me know if you need any torque specs from the shop manual. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

If you put a 2x4 under the center stand the tire would probably be a lot easier to take on and off.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Great tip! I've done that in the past with mixed results. The scooter tends to want to roll forward off of the center stand if I'm not careful. Of course, chocking the front wheel helps to prevent that. I approached this tire change the same way as my Super Cub... the Hard Way: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h4Wtto-TmsfAdag.html . I'm giving myself some practice for the 2023 Scooter Cannonball Run coming up in June. I won't be carrying torque wrenches or 2x4s with me on that trip... nor the impact gun! 🤣👍 --QM

@mr.somebody1493

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard I hadn't considered the roadside repair challenge aspect. Fantastic. 👍

Thanks for this video Quasi! I'll be changing my tires in a couple months and this video is gonna be a big help.👍

The only components I torque to spec are axle nuts and drain plug. Everything else I do by feel, gut and instinct. Great video, Quasi. 👍

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

The GRrrrtt meter is strong with this one! 🤣👍 --QM

Helpful video. Cant believe i successfully changed rear tire on my own! Just one thing, on my 2021 PCX, there is an O2 sensor on the exhaust also. But you can leave it attached and just move exhaust out of way. Thank you!

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! 😉👍 --QM

well done, thanks for sharing this!

Thank you for sharing this video how to work on your Honda! Mr Aaron 🍻

Thanks for the video. I will be changing the rear tire on my ADV 150 this summer. I suspect the arrangement is quite similar. 👍

I always enjoy watching maintenance videos. True story. As I was leaving the Honda dealership a few weeks ago, an old guy came pulling up on a ratty looking red PCX with bald tires and a ripped seat. I asked him how many miles he had on her and he said 36,000, ever adjust the valves or have any trouble out of it? He said no just change the oil and put tires on it. Have you ever replaced the belt I asked? He gave me a funny look and said it has a belt?

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

🤣 He'll find out about that belt the hard way! They usually last 12-16K miles, but they fail quite spectacularly without any warning: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e5ab2I-rd8bTeLw.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@johnmellyn2700

Жыл бұрын

It’s funny you say that,.. I’m in Thailand right now riding a rented pcx 150 with 45,000 kilometers on it ( just under 28,000 miles )…and the thing runs like it’s brand new ( and you know it takes a beating being a rental , different riding styles, unexperienced riders etc.) makes me feel pretty confident on the longevity of my pcx 150 that I own back home that only has 2500 miles .

Threw you some support for this video. There's way more clearance on the 2022 models. I had zero problem removing the wheel. Now I have a way better than the Bridgestone OEM tire from Michelin and the trust that my $22 Pittsburgh torque wrench is reasonably accurate 😂!

Thanks for the illustration! We talked on the discord server about going up to East TX this weekend, but I won't be able to make it this time. Not enough time and prep yet. But I'll be able to make longer trips eventually.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting us know. We'll look forward to meeting up with you anytime in the future! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

Great video Hoss, I love how fast you jumped up off the Matt at the end, at that point I would have been looking for someone to help pull my as_ up for sure🤣

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Nah, it was all CGI and green screens. I was really wearing a body harness with a cable attached to a jib opeator behind me in the driveway ( kzread.info/dash/bejne/nZN525qQd9e7k6g.html )! 🤣👍 --QM

Going to change both of my tires in a few days(first time) and i will change the originals to the michelin citygrip 2 tires. Very curious about them on a pcx

My 2020 pcx uses 120/70 and I see yours are a little different at 100/90. That said, I see you're rolling with the City Grips. Good choice! I got 10,200 miles out of the starter wheels, but I could see the radial mesh, and decided it was time for the City Grips. Best $100 per wheel I could ever spend.

Nice DIY

Cool video on a TTS Washington have a safe trip

so wild west werent open youre going for a cake now :D

Are you going to do a video when you get the back tire for the Rebel.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Yep! I'll record the whole process of putting the bike onto track stands and removing both wheels. It's a bit time-consuming because of the back and forth to Cycle Gear, but that's definitely cheaper than paying shop labor rates for everything! 😉👍 --QM

@brentmclemore9825

Жыл бұрын

Definitely looking forward to it.

Are my eyes playing tricks on me or did that tire store snag your nice chrome valve stem and replace it with a black one ? ( 5:21 chrome , 11:30 black )…. Thanks for the great videos ,.. I plan on removing my wheels off my bike to have new tires put on and this video makes it a heck of a lot easier !

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Yes, sir... you have a keen eye! I swapped the long 90° stem for a low-profile aluminum 80° offset one during that change. The longer ones were a bit floppy because they used a traditional rubber coupling at the wheel. I always had to press on opposing sides to get a good seal on the stem when airing up or checking pressures. The low-profile stems are solid aluminum and use a locking nut and o-ring inside the wheel... no flex and more durable. 😉👍 --QM

did they put tyre on correctly as has a mark on it that should be same position as old tyre to save balancing

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

These smaller Michelin tires don't include a balancing dot. I thought that was surprising when I searched for it previously. They usually balance with zero to about 0.75 oz of weight. 😉👍 --QM

Have you ever upgraded the rear shocks ? To get more travel distance ? If so what did you upgrade to ?

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I upgraded the rear shocks on this scooter to the YSS G-Sport shocks: bikerzbits.com/honda-pcx-150i-yss-g-sport-tg302-335trj-04.html . These didn't increase the travel, but the springs are stiffer and the shock is damped better to prevent bottoming-out. I would suggest searching Ebay or other sources to see if you can get them without the overseas delays and shipping costs. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@7thsignthenorthcoast146

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard that is the issue it rides fine on most roads then certain bumps it will always bottom out

Great video. Is this your favorite bike that you own? How do you think it compares to the ADV150? I used to have a PCX and would like to get one again so I am curious about your thoughts.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! The PCX is one of my favorites for sure. If I had to pick one mini-moto/scooter, then the winner would be my Super Cub C125. If the choice was only one bike/scoot out of my entire stable, then the CB500X would be the last bike standing. I've ridden the ADV150, and it's great. The ADV's efficiency is a bit lower than the PCX because of larger tires and slightly worse aerodynamics, but the differences are minimal. The ADV150's improved suspension and flat handlebar make it great for bombing around town and zipping through traffic. If you're interested, you can watch a comparison video that I did here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/rI521tevj9vTn5c.html . If the ADV160 ever makes it here to the USA, then I'll probably upgrade my PCX150 for that. I'm really hoping that Honda brings that here... or even better... the ADV350! I think those scoots would sell very well here in the States. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@youtubedjdj

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard Thank you for the detailed reply! Subscribed and watched many of your videos so far! I had a Honda Forza but didn't like it as much as the PCX. Seems like PCX / ADV / Super Cub would all be good options to get back into riding. For us riders that can only get one, the videos where you compare and contrast your opinions on these types of bikes is always appreciated!

Hi Quasi. I hope that all is well. Since you are doing PCX tires, I had a question if you don't mind. I'm changing my Stock IRC tires on my 2019 PCX to Michelin City Grip 2. The problem is that I found the correct tire for the rear (120/70-14) but Michelin doesn't make an exact replacement for my front tire (100/80-14). They do make a 90/90/-14 and a 110/80-14. I checked my front rim because it is noticeably more narrow than the rear rim (Rear rim is 14x3.5 and front rim is 14x2.15). I was wondering if you thought that either of the other size replacements tires would fit my front rim. I know that your PCX takes a different size front tire but maybe you have the same width front rim? My front tire size is very rare apparently as I have checked other style tires but can't find any exact matches that are in stock anywhere at least. Thank you for any pointers that you might have for this. Jim Bradley

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Howdy, Jim! I'm not sure whether changing the front tire size might affect the ABS or not. Honda's ECU's can be sensitive to that on certain bikes. Generally speaking, you can usually get away with a +/- 10mm width without too many complications. As long as the tire fits within the forks and fender, then it's good to go. Michelin does have that tire size in a different model: www.michelinman.com/motorcycle/tires/michelin-city-extra . I haven't checked with USA resellers to know if it's available, so you might check around. I would also recommend checking the Honda PCX forums (e.g., www.hondapcx.org/ ) to see if anyone there has up-sized their 2019 PCX. Good luck, and let us know if you find a good fitment. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

@jimbradley4394

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard I appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. I know that you are a busy man . I saw what you were talking about on the Michelin City Extra. Thus far I haven't found anywhere with that size in stock but I'll keep looking. I saw your post about the highway accident. Glad that no one was seriously injured. It's scary riding with people like that on the road. Some folks just shouldn't have a driver's license. Take care and thank you again. Jim Bradley

@jasmijnariel

Жыл бұрын

Strange, on my 2016 pcx is a 100/10-14 in the back and a 100/90-14 in the front original I ordered citygrips2 in both sizes for a change.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

@Jasmijn ariel The newer PCX's have wider front and rear tire sizes than the 2015-2016 models. I'm not sure when that changed... either 2018 or 2019. 😉👍 --QM

You are gonna be doing a lot of these when you bring the PCX for the next SCBR man😅. Just out of interest,is it easier to change the tyres on the PCX or the Super Cub?

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

It's about the same amount of effort required, but in different directions. The PCX requires the removal of the exhaust and swingarm support. The Super Cub has a messy chain, chain tensioning, and axle alignment afterward. So, it's a toss-up on which one requires more effort. The SC is probably a bit less time-consuming because the exhaust doesn't need to be removed. 😉👍 --QM

@REZrblde

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard oh thats interesting. How many spare tyres and CVT belts are you gonna bring for SCBR later?

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

@美冬さんの冒険(Rez) I'm planning to start with a fresh rear tire and CVT belt. I'll bring two spare belts and one spare rear tire on the SCBR trip. I doubt that I'll need the CVT belt, but it's better to have it just in case. The rear tire *should* last 8-9K miles, but it's a wear item that will take a beating during those long, straight highway runs across the country. The center strip will probably wear down quickly, so it might only last 4-5K miles... we'll see! 😉👍 --QM

@REZrblde

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard i see i see. How about luggage this time round? Because i don't think your Super Cub's trailer can be used on the PCX right.

Just watched this after seeing weather reports of large Tornado in Houston. Hope it did not impact you.

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

We hunkered down for several tornado warnings, but it didn't hit us. Luckily, we just had lots of heavy rain and wind in Katy... no hall or wind damage. 😉👍 --QM

I dont mind the torque on the bolts. Tight is tight😂

Can't get the wheel of

You should have empty the tire

tyre obvs 🤣🤣🤣🙃🙃🙃

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

Nah... you people just add or change letters to make things difficult. Aluminum, color, neighbor... I rest my case! 🤣👍 --QM

@davestraight8219

Жыл бұрын

@@QuasiMotard chitlins grits etc? thats not normal - ps we invented it you just nicked it :P

The spring can go forward in stead of up, that does a lot😂 i am struggling with getting the rim off the axle. I hope wd40 does the trick😂 Edit, it does😂 but i needed a hammer as well.

Typical Honda......ya gotta disassemble Everything just to change a damn tire....LOL

@QuasiMotard

Жыл бұрын

🤣 You think that's bad? Wait until I illustrate the valve check/adjustment procedure... that's a real PITA!! 🤣👍 --QM