It is hard to say exactly how long a bib mousse will last because it is greatly dependent on the rider, the riding conditions, and the maintenance of the mousse. In extreme cases it can go from days to 100+ hours. On the other hand, as a result of the mousse's solid structure, the only way to adjust the feel is by selecting a softer mousse. Unlike a regular air tube, where you can change the PSI for different riding environments, a bib mousse retains one feel all of the time (until it starts to deteriorate).

Flip the wheel over so that it rests on the tire changing stand again. Use the bead breaker to push down on the tire right above where the bead started to pop off on the other side. The tire should now start to come off. Once the bead of the tire is off, keep turning the wheel and pressing the bead breaker to push down the rest of the tire (mousse). Once this is done, the tire is hanging on the upper bead that has not been dismounted yet. Pull the bead breaker as close to the rim as possible and find a good spot to push down the side over the rim to completely remove it. When it starts to come off, spin the wheel and use the bead breaker to push the tire all the way off until it falls down. Pro Clean Mousse Lube is a specially developed gel with super low friction characteristics. This super low friction not only aids the fitting of the mousse but also keeps the temperature of the mousse lower when in use, preventing rapid drying and deterioration and therefore improving the life span of the mousse.

Although mousses can outlast tires, they do require maintenance to prevent deterioration and stretching. It’s best to always clean your mousse after some period of riding so that the dirt and mud cannot deteriorate it. We know this can be a bit of a pain, but it’s especially important after muddy rides or before an extended period of time when you will not be riding. Cleaning your mousses will ensure that they’re not broken down by anything but pure dirt bike riding. To change a bib mousse, it’s best to use the right tools for the job. Rabaconda 3-Minute Tire Changer was designed specifically for this purpose: changing bib mousses in dirt bike tires. Whether it’s enduro, motocross, trail riding, rally, or simply leisure dirt biking, the 3-Minute Tire Changer is the easiest and fastest way to change bib mousses.

lntroduced in 2007 Pro Clean Mousse Lube has been used extensively by MX and Enduro riders in events such as the Paris-Dakar where temperatures can reach in excess of 43 degrees Celsius and also by the top UK GP Motocross and Enduro teams with excellent results. This is fast becoming one of our best selling products. If you know how to fit a mousse you will know how to use the lube. Tell you what I had not rearlised rearlized (spelling police google it ) just how long mousses are lasting, I have a big pile of tyres and I was going through them not aware that loads of them have good mousses still in them this is partly due to me having problems on my 950 with the front tyre feeling flat so was slinging the tyre and mousse up a corner after a days riding only to eventully find the problem was rusty head bearings If mousse stands in the tire for a longer time, the wheels should be turned further before the first use, because with time the entire mousse gel collects in the bottom of the tire and is no longer available for the entire mousse. Rabaconda’s 3-Minute Tire Changer allows riders with zero mechanical skills to change bib mousses fast, efficiently, and with minimal effort. Favored by motocross, enduro, and rally racers as well as everyday riders and weekend warriors, the 3-Minute Tire Changer is all you need for your garage. It has three solid standing points and a powerful bead breaker which eliminates all the huffing and puffing, and the tool is incredibly easy to master and use even if you’re new to changing tires with bib mousses. As mentioned before, it is typical for a bib mousse to weigh about a pound more than a standard heavy-duty motocross tube. You can find bib mousse inserts available in all sizes to suit small wheels all the way up to large wheels. It is typical for most companies to start at 18” for mousse inserts. However, there are a select few companies that do offer smaller sizes - X-Grip does sizes starting from 12”. Some riders cut down larger mousse inserts to fit smaller tires. This is generally not recommended but can work under the right circumstances.

Pro tip: If you are a hobby rider simply enjoying trail riding with your buddies, and super-precise tire width is not an issue for your trail needs, start with the largest tire/mousse combination, for example, a 140 - 140 tire and mousse. After wearing out a few sets of 140 tires, the mousse shrinks in time. Now, you can switch to using 130 or 120 wide tires and the same mousse works perfectly size-wise. Note that with time, mousses shrink and become stiffer, decreasing the plush feel, but for the cost-conscious, reusing mousses can be an option. Choosing the correct size mousse for your tire is the best way to make sure you get the best life possible out of it. For regular enduro riding, your mousse size should be matched exactly to your tire size – for example, a 120 mousse will work best in a 120 tire. Not all bib mousses are created equal: sizing, weight, and brands matter. More importantly, the softness is something to take into account - there are hard, soft, and super-soft mousses on the market. First things first: what exactly is a bib mousse? Commonly referred to as “mousse insert” or simply “mousse”, it’s a foam tire insert that works in place of a regular inner tube. Essentially, it’s a solid foam ring that holds a tire shape as well as – and often, better – than an air tube.