Tire mounting tip for cleaning rim bead seats to remove rubber buildup and help prevent slow bead leaks.
In this short video, I show a practical tire mounting tip for cleaning the bead seating area of a motorcycle rim. I cover the rubber buildup that can collect on the rim, how to remove it with mineral spirits and a Scotch-Brite pad, and why cleaning the bead seat helps prevent slow leaks. I also show a final wipe-down step to remove residue before mounting the tire.