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Scootering: bgm CLASSIC tires

“BGM RE-LAUNCHES A CLASSIC

So the Scootering magazines has our new bgm tires did not escape. So the current issue contains a nice report on our Classic tires, here they are compared with the legendary MICHELIN ACS, justified.

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BGM RELAUNCHES A CLASSIC

bgm has launched a new tire which is a throwback to the old days of scootering but using modern technology. Simply labeled the Classic, the tread pattern is similar to that of the Michelin ACS. For those that can't remember, the ACS was one of the best tread patterns ever designed for the scooter, not only giving good road-handling properties in the dry but also in wet conditions. For years it was standard issue equipment for both the Vespa and Lambretta. Even today, original examples of the ACS can fetch huge sums as owners want that retro look. Michelin destroyed the molds back in the late 1980s and so it was consigned to the history books. Thankfully BGM has brought it back to life with the company's new design. The Classic is speed-rated up to 150kmh / 93mph, which is very impressive. This is down to a strengthened carcass which not only improves stability at high speed but also when cornering. Cornering is aided even further by the V shape of the pro? Le compared with the U shape, which allows more surface contact as the lean angle is increased. Using a revised compound, they are super grippy in any conditions. Not only does this mean that owners with standard machines who want that classic tire look will bene? T but also those with tuned engines can use them as well. The Classic is made in Germany and available in the traditional 3.50-10 size. These tires are now being distributed in the UK with many dealers already stocking them. For more info: www.scooter-center.com

 

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bgm Classic scooter tires in the video

bgm CLASSIC scooter tires 3.50 / 10

In this video Alex introduces you to the bgm CLASSIC tires, a modern tire with a classic tread pattern for scooters. So don't be irritated by the tread: at first sight the tread is not to be distinguished from the Vespa & Lambretta original equipment tires of the 60s, but the tire is not only something to “drive in front of the ice-cream parlour with the vintage car”.

Thanks to modern tire development Made in Germany and high quality components, the bgm CLASSIC is a very performant tire for all life situations in lean angles, which is clearly visible in its speed release of up to 150km / h and the Reinforced marking.

Order your new bgm CLASSIC tire here

Tire fitting Vespa / Lambretta

Tips for tire mounting on a divisible rim, as they can be found on a classic Vespa or Lambretta for example, we have here for you: Vespa tire mounting

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How do I mount the tires on a Vespa / Lambretta?

Using our bgm classic tires as an example, we show the correct mounting of the tire (split rim).

1.Reduce friction

The tube inside is subject to flexing when the tire is unrolled and therefore it is useful to reduce the friction inside by talc.
The white powder reduces the friction between the tube and the tire and thus the wear of the tube.

A small amount of talcum powder is spread inside the tire and the tube is filled with air just enough to prevent it from expanding and also sprinkle some talcum powder on it.

2. Check the direction of travel

Before fitting the tube, first check that the tire has a direction of rotation specified by the manufacturer.
This indication can be found on ours bgm classic tire in the form of an arrow on a tire sidewall and points to the direction of rotation of the tire when driving.
The tube is then inserted to match the direction of rotation of the tire, so that the valve points to the left side in driving direction, typical for Vespa.

3.Assembly

For mounting the tire on the rim, the so-called mounting paste is a real help. With it the tire can be pushed very far onto the rim. This makes it much easier to screw the two-piece rim together.

First the valve is put through the wide half of the rim and then the rim is pushed into the tire.
The narrow half of the rim also has an opening through which the valve is accessible. When inserting the valve into the tire, make sure that the valve hole is aligned with the hole in the wide rim half.

Our bgm stainless steel rims have exchangeable bolts. Please make sure that the head of the bolt is inserted into the square to prevent rotation.

The five nuts of the rim halves are fixed crosswise with 16 - 18Nm. When fasting, make sure that tube is not clamped between the rim halves.
Then inflation the tire with 2 bar and check that the tire and valve are correctly seated in the rim.

Ready

Tutorial How to assemble the bgm CLASSIC tires for Vespa

 

Music: Rene Winkler from SC / NXT Level Amount: First one dub 4

 

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