CRF450 tyre spokes DIY?

[Adriaan]

How hard is it to change the spokes on a CRF450R ? I'm guessing it's about the same for most bikes.

Is it worth doing it yourself ? Has anyone done it and can you give me any advice ? Or am I better off just taking the wheels off and taking them in to firestone or the like.

[TrentNz]

probably better off getting it done, if you don't do it right you can warp the rim

[Adriaan]

What if I'm only doing a few... 6 or so on each wheel ? or do you need to replace the whole lot ?

[TrentNz]

yeah should be alright then, as long as the old ones aren't bent or damaged

[cheese]

Its not too bad, just have to remove your tyres. If you do the entire wheel, just replace them 2 at a time in the pairs. Also its a good idea to get a proper spoke tool as it makes life easier.

[CRF119]

Put anti size on the thread.