It does depend on the tyre though and rim though.

Im a mechanic and have changed countless tyres just using levers and I think im pretty good at it (I would though wouldnt I lol)

Some are very easy and some beeds just will not "pop", no matter how many techniques you use.

Plus, when at the side of the road in 40 degree heat in all your bike gear; the last thing you want to do it start bouncing your bike on the tyre.

Dirt bike tyres are easy as the rubber is soft. Getting a street biast radial tyre off a chromed narrow 17" rim is where the fun is :cool4:

UK distributer and prices as promised.
 

Heres the email I got from the UK distributer. Seems "fairy" resonable.

The prices are attatched at the bottom.


"We are the UK importers of Tyrepliers equipment for 4x4, truck and motorcycle equipment.

If you need any help or information, please e-mail or 'phone me on 01684 591 154.

Prices are attached for you - BB105 is in stock, ex works, Worcestershire.

Here's a link to our website; http://www.boab.biz/Pages/Tyre%20Pliers%20from%20BOAB.htm

Regards
Chris Simons
BOAB"

alternative bead breaker
 

heres another bead breaker that is a good alternative - Pocket Bead Breaker - ::. UKGS'er.com .::