Tire changing without lever?

I have a 2003 honda xr100r. Its in pretty good shape but over the winter the tire became flat. I pumped it multiple times but it didn't work so i removed the tire from the bike to change. However, I do not own tire levers. Is there any way i can remove the tire without the lever? (its the front tire).

Hi No and it is best not attempting this without the proper tools. However a visit with the wheel to a tire fitters would dive the best idea as they will remove the tire for you fix any puncture or replace any tires which need to be changed. It might take a couple of days top get a new tire.

Yes. You can use large screw drivers but you will butcher the tire and possibly the tube doing so. Their called tire irons or spoons.

Yeah… Wave your magic wand and go DUH

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