Fixing Flat Tires

Fixing Flat Tires

Grade Adult · Career & Technical Education · 30 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can change a flat tire on a bicycle.

Warm-Up Video

Trek Bicycle · 4:27

How To: Fix a Flat Bike Tire

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    To fix a flat tire, you'll need a spare tube, tire levers, and a pump or CO2 inflator.

  • 2

    Before installing the new tube, carefully check the inside of the tire for any sharp objects that may have caused the flat.

  • 3

    After inserting the new tube, use your thumbs to push the tire back onto the rim, and check for any pinches before fully inflating the tire.

Practice Questions

3 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

List the steps for removing the rear wheel of a bike with a quick release to fix a flat tire, as described in the video.

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