BMW dealers - Should they remove the old .....

[Deleted account 250319001]

Magnet adhesive when fitting new tyres ?

 

[JohnnyBoxer]

Only on bikes bought on PCP, it’s an enhanced service for those loyal owners

 

[leadfarmer]

Most tyre fitters won’t, which doesn’t shock me particularly, but I’d kind of expect BMW dealers to do it in the name of “premium” service

 

[Frankh]

Magnet adhesive when fitting new tyres ?

In my view yes, any tyre fitter should remove all existing weights and any left over adhesive on the wheel, fit the tyre and then balance as necessary.

 

[Pukmeister]

If you mean the sticky foam pads for balance weights then no.

Having a crusty grit-filled patch of old foam stuck to your rim adds character and patina.

 

[DJ123]

A bit of bug & tar remover gets them off no issue with a bit of elbow grease.

 

[johnnyboy]

I suppose if they did and accidentally scratched your wheel, you would be claiming for a new rim.

 

[er-minio]

Magnet adhesive when fitting new tyres ?

You're already changing tyre at a BMW dealer. Them removing the adhesive pad (in my experience it almost never happens at any tyre place across Europe) is the least of your problems

That's part of what you do when you clean your bike.

 

[Deleted account 250319001]

Mixed response.
I've just got back from a 5000K mile jaunt around Europe. Italy, Sicily, Back to Italy, Boat to Croatia, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia....... Ect ect and now need a new rear, As Im cleaning the bike, It does piss me off, that the rim has several old adhesive marks. As mentioned above, A premium company I would expect them to remove any old adhesive. We pay enough for the service. The argument about "They may damage the rim" is Fubar, as that can be applied to any work they do on the bike.
I buy my bikes outright. Never PCP. I do accept PCP bikes wont get that.
And yes, The adhesive does come off with a bit of elbow grease.
Just thought Id ask the forum what they'd expect ?
Cheers

 

[JJH]

Fit tyre. Check balance. If out remove any weights if necessary. Re balance wheel. Why would a tyre fitter be cleaning a wheel? If you want the bike washed and some deep cleaning of wheels it’s not a tyre fitters job. JJH

 

[Deleted account 250319001]

Fit tyre. Check balance. If out remove any weights if necessary. Re balance wheel. Why would a tyre fitter be cleaning a wheel? If you want the bike washed and some deep cleaning of wheels it’s not a tyre fitters job. JJH

who said anything about cleaning the bike ? Or cleaning anything ?
Think you're got your wires crossed, either that or a bit senile ?

When the Oil filter is changed, And oil has drained down the side of the engine casing, Would it not be normal, and expected to clean it all off after the work is completed ? Or should the technician leave it as its not his job to clean it ?

 

[Smartbazza]

I got Mich Road 6s fitted to my 1300GS yesterday. wheel weight sticky goo and fitting soap all cleaned off.

Barry

 

[leadfarmer]

If it’s a 1200/1250 with alloy wheels be careful if you do clean it off, I managed to remove the paint from mine with a very gentle solvent (nail varnish remover) which is usually safe on pretty much anything and too much elbow grease

 

[theoneandonly]

Fit tyre. Check balance. If out remove any weights if necessary. Re balance wheel.

this ^^^^^

 

[Deleted account 250319001]

It does surprise me that some accept its OK to leave the adhesive on the rim. To me, It's just not diligent to leave it. Basic workmanship.

 

[johnnyboy]

It does surprise me that some accept its OK to leave the adhesive on the rim. To me, It's just not diligent to leave it. Basic workmanship.

You seem angry about the situation. It's not the end of the world and you can easily do it yourself. It's pretty much an accepted standard throughout the industry.......

 

[stick]

I get thro tyres quite a lot , I always get the tyres fitted to loose rims , thus removing the old weights , clean the wheels and do a visual check for damage / loose spoke etc .
I would not leave it to the tyre fitter as he may indeed as others have pointed out , accidentally scratch the rims.

 

[Deleted account 250319001]

You seem angry about the situation. It's not the end of the world and you can easily do it yourself. It's pretty much an accepted standard throughout the industry.......

I seem angry ? Do I ? How have you come to that conclusion ?
I've cleaned it all off, as explained above. I've been cleaning it off GS wheels since 1999 !
I just posted this to see the general view on the matter ?
And although I agree its standard throughout the industry, It shouldn't be. Simply bad workmanship. Lazy.

 

[johnnyboy]

I seem angry ? Do I ? How have you come to that conclusion ?
I've cleaned it all off, as explained above. I've been cleaning it off GS wheels since 1999 !
I just posted this to see the general view on the matter ?
And although I agree its standard throughout the industry, It shouldn't be. Simply bad workmanship. Lazy.

I seem angry ? Do I ? How have you come to that conclusion ?
I've cleaned it all off, as explained above. I've been cleaning it off GS wheels since 1999 !
I just posted this to see the general view on the matter ?
And although I agree its standard throughout the industry, It shouldn't be. Simply bad workmanship. Lazy.

Calm down ffs...

 

[team duvet]

I suppose if they did and accidentally scratched your wheel, you would be claiming for a new rim.

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