The 8 Best Manual Tire Changers

This wiki has been updated 27 times since it was first published in December of 2018. Are you sick of having to spend money at the mechanic's shop every time you get a flat or need a new set of wheels? Then you should invest in one of these manual tire changers, which can be used to remove the rubber from the rim quickly and cleanly, without damaging either part. By letting you service your own vehicles at home, they'll save you tons in labor costs. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 27 times since it was first published in December of 2018. Are you sick of having to spend money at the mechanic's shop every time you get a flat or need a new set of wheels? Then you should invest in one of these manual tire changers, which can be used to remove the rubber from the rim quickly and cleanly, without damaging either part. By letting you service your own vehicles at home, they'll save you tons in labor costs. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Mophorn Stand

If you're a DIY handyperson or even a professional mechanic, the Mophorn Stand (appx. $130) deserves a spot in your garage. Not only does it help you replace flats and old rubber, but it will also allow you to repair damaged tubes with its spreader function.

Work lamp attached
Adjustable table angle
Also comes in blue

2. STKUSA Tubeless

In the right hands, the STKUSA Tubeless (around $110) can be used to dismount wheels in as little as 8 seconds, and remount them in 20. Both bars feature contoured designs that help maximize the leverage you can get over the unit, and minimize the amount of work you have to put in.

No need for heavy lifting
Rubber-padded insert hook
Works with radius and bias ply tires

3. Dr.Roc Tool Kit

Though they require a bit more effort, sometimes nothing gets the job done as well as some good old tire irons. The Dr.Roc Tool Kit (around $19) includes three 11-inch spoon levers and two rim protectors for servicing everything from motorcycles and bicycles to ATVs and trailers.

14-inch levers also available
Backed by satisfaction guarantee
Good value for price

4. Rabaconda Motorcycle

Dirt and adventure bike owners looking for a painless way to swap an old set of knobbies for a new one need the Rabaconda Motorcycle (around $375). The stand's innovative design allows for faster changes than almost any other on the market, and also breaks down for easy transport.

Includes cordura fabric carrying bag
Great for the race track
A little expensive

5. Larin TC1

The all-steel Larin TC1 (appx. $71) makes quick work of flat or old, worn-out tires, thanks to a long pry bar and hand-operated bead breaker attached to the frame. The base bolts to the floor, giving it a rock-solid feel, but installing it yourself can be a hassle.

Weighs 42 pounds
Accepts 8-inch to light truck wheels
Dull grey color

6. Northern Industrial Portable

Lawn equipment and trailer wheels are often too small for standard changers, but not for the Northern Industrial Portable (appx. $51). This mini model is designed to service anything with 4-inch to 12-inch rims, and is compact enough to be stored in your vehicle for emergencies.

Good for mowers and tractors
Can be used with bench vise
Harder to mount than dismount tires

7. ABN 3-Piece Tool Set

While most larger models require ample garage space and, sometimes, complicated installations, the ABN 3-Piece Tool Set (appx. $131) is compact enough to be stowed away in a corner and brought out only when needed. The kit includes a demounting tool, a pry bar and an insert hook.

Powder-coated carbon steel
Nylon rollers protect bead and rim
Large tires may need separate block

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8. PowerLift PTC

The PowerLift PTC (about $31) does a good job of removing rubber of all sizes from their rims, including those on small lawn equipment, but also large trucks. It requires quite a bit of physical effort, though, so make sure you're able-bodied and willing to get your hands dirty.

Rugged steel construction
Base must be secured to floor
Requires lots of lube

Last updated by Chase Brush

Chase is a writer and freelance reporter with experience covering a wide range of subjects, from politics to technology. At Ezvid Wiki, he applies his journalistic expertise to a similarly diverse assortment of products, but he tends to focus on travel and adventure gear, drawing his knowledge from a lifetime spent outdoors. He’s an avid biker, hiker, climber, skier, and budget backpacker -- basically, anything that allows him a reprieve from his keyboard. His most recent rovings took him to Peru, where he trekked throughout the Cordillera Blanca. Chase holds a bachelor's in philosophy from Rutgers University in New Jersey (where he's from), and is working toward a master's at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism in New York City (where he now lives).

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