To fix, mostly deflate the tube, then work round pushing the bead in on the rim as though you were about to remove the tyre. Then pump the tyre back up slowly until the bead pops back against the rim. When this happens stop pumping, and make sure the bead has popped back all the way round.

Why is my bike TYRE uneven?

In a properly seated tire, the bead line — the thin line molded low on each sidewall — will be just above the rim all the way around on both sides. Dipping bead line. If the bead line dips below the rim, the tire will feel lumpy as you ride.

Will an alignment fix uneven tire wear?

Excessive wear on the inner or outer edge of the tire, known as “toe wear” or, in more extreme cases, as “camber wear,” suggests something may be wrong with the wheel alignment, according to Bridgestone. To help fix the problem, you’ll likely need to make an appointment with a mechanic.

How do you align a front bike tire?

How to Align the Front Wheel of a Bicycle

1. Turn the bike upside down.
2. Sight down the wheel as it spins.
3. Turn the lever or the knob on the quick release counterclockwise on the side that is rubbing.
4. Sight down the wheel. If it’s still rubbing the brake pad, repeat Step 3 and check it again.

How do you seat a stubborn bike tire bead?

You do it by holding the wheel between your legs and gripping the tire right at the low section. You want to use your hands however works for you to put maximum pulling force on the tire to try to roll the stuck seat line up and out from under the rim. I use the heels of my hands and rock them in an up-and-over action.