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Review on Motion Pro 08 0471 Bead Buddy by Jay Kenville

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Works on some bikes, not all.

This tool should be able to hold one side and allow the user to install the bead onto a spoked wheel. Well, it doesn't fit all spokes or all wheels. So if you buy it and think you can use it to adjust one side while stuffing the other, you may need more than 2 blades and more than one of these partners on all types of spoked wheels. Someone may have a lot of experience with this particular tool, but not me. This would not allow me to fit a 21 inch bead on the XR650L. I've been changing wheels and tires for over 20 years. This is normal for certain purposes and some bikes. YMMV.

Pros
  • Solid Finish
Cons
  • Almost OK