Originally Posted by
justinschulz9
could try a different tire? you should never modify a rim to that degree especially on a bike you are potentially commuting on.
also if the tire is as tight as you say i would recommend getting help from your LBS.
This is probably part of the issue. Ebike tires have much heavier sidewalls than standard bike tires. This will make them tougher to install and remove with standard bike tire levers. I would look into the Kool-Stop Tire Jack or perhaps a set of motorcycle tire levers.
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