Dress4Less 162 Posted April 11, 2016 I picked this up over the weekend...anybody use/like or dislike? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted April 11, 2016 Yes, get two for trail side repairs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chad 0 Posted April 11, 2016 I have a "regular" size bead buddy. (Which is not all that big either.) Used it three times in the past month (in the garage) and I think it is very helpful. I keep mine with me on the trail too, but have not had to use it trail-side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted April 11, 2016 Waste of time if you ask me. That's what my knees are for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted April 11, 2016 I use full size one. Ive tried trail one and didnt like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted April 11, 2016 Use one every tire change. Nothing worse than chasing the bead around the rim. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted April 11, 2016 Waste of time if you ask me. That's what my knees are for. nice tool to have, but unnecessary bulk in the pack. Knees, a tire iron or even a couple small wrenches wedged in the rim does the same thing. But hey that's just my opinion. I also run Bib Mousse so I dont carry any flat repair tools. As they say, your mileage may vary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted April 12, 2016 If it doubles as a beer bottle opener.like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted April 12, 2016 I carry the full-sized one with my tire tools everywhere I ride, and have it for every flat tire. But I never use it.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted April 12, 2016 Have it and use it, it cuts out at least one curse word during a tire change 20 miles from camp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rubarb 0 Posted September 7, 2016 Never leave home without the bead buddy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 406 Posted September 7, 2016 Old school was to use (some still do) a vise grip, but this and the standard bead buddy (I use mine sometimes) are a lot less damaging. what Jon said.....for trail riding in the boonies been on mousses for so long now I only carry HD zip ties if a mousse fails (never has for me). I think as do for all Motion Pro tools its a good tool developed by riders for riders. as small and light as it can be for the job at hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deltadude 0 Posted September 14, 2016 I've used the reg size with each tire change and like it . Bought the trail size and will use it this week for my rear tire change just to test it. I'll post my thoughts after. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted September 15, 2016 I want to make trail side flat repairs as easy as possible. I had one in a tire kit (along with a bunch of other goodies) that dropped off my bike at the Otay Truck Trail. Haven't replaced it yet but it is a handy piece of gear. The other thing that I really must have is the valve stem puller/ chaser. My fat hands just aren't made for that last little detail. Because I lost my old kit, I've slowly been building a new one again. The bead buddy will be part of it. I know you're all pros, but here are some hints from the good doctor: http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/2011/03/article/dr-fraziers-flat-tire-repair-secrets/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
