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Tubeless conversion for your bike

A tubeless conversion at the MTB Evolution workshop in East Sarajevo includes rim preparation, installing the tape and valve, mounting the tire and filling it with sealant.

Mon–Sat

8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

30 KM

labor per wheel

3–6 months

sealant top-up

Overview

What does a tubeless conversion include?

A tubeless setup removes the inner tube and lowers the risk of punctures. Below is every step of the conversion in detail.

01

Rim preparation

02

Tubeless tape

03

Tubeless valve

04

Tire and sealant

05

Tire pressure

06

Maintenance

Bike tubeless system: preparing and cleaning the rim

01

Preparing the rim for a tubeless setup

The inside of the rim is thoroughly cleaned and degreased. Before the conversion, we check that your rims and tires are tubeless compatible.

Rim

Check compatibility

Rims must be Tubeless Ready (TR) and tires must be tubeless compatible. Otherwise, the tubeless conversion won't seal airtight.

Bike tubeless system: installing tubeless tape in the rim

02

Installing the tubeless tape

High-quality tubeless tape is applied precisely to the rim, covering the area around the spoke holes and ensuring an airtight seal.

Tape

Bike tubeless system: installing the tubeless valve

03

Fitting the tubeless valve

The tubeless valve is installed, and then we check that it is airtight.

Valve

Bike tubeless system: mounting the tire and filling with sealant

04

Tubeless tire installation and sealant

The tire is mounted with a compressor, so it seats on the rim right away and seals properly. Then we add the exact amount of sealant, as recommended by the manufacturer. The sealant instantly closes minor punctures.

Sealant

Bike tubeless system: adjusting pressure after conversion

05

Pressure adjustment

After the conversion, tire pressure is adjusted. Tubeless lets you ride at lower pressure, which improves grip and comfort on the trail, and without an inner tube you also reduce rotating weight.

Pressure

Bike tubeless system: topping up sealant every 3 to 6 months

06

Tubeless system maintenance

Sealant dries out over time, so we recommend checking and topping it up every 3 to 6 months. Larger punctures that the sealant can't close are fixed with tubeless tire plugs.

Maintenance

Sealant top-up

Because of changing temperatures, we recommend checking and topping up the sealant every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often you ride.

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Price

Tubeless conversion price

A tubeless conversion costs 30 KM per wheel. Tape, valves and sealant are charged separately, depending on the brand and quality you choose.

30 KM

Labor per wheel

Labor price for a tubeless conversion per wheel. Materials are not included in the labor price.

3–6 months

Sealant top-up

Sealant dries out over time, so we recommend checking and topping it up every 3 to 6 months.

You get a quote for materials after the rim inspection, before any work starts. If your bike needs more, check out our major bike service.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about tubeless conversion

How often should tubeless sealant be topped up?

Because of changing temperatures, we recommend checking and topping up the sealant every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often you ride.

Is my wheel compatible with a tubeless setup?

Most modern wheels are "Tubeless Ready" (TR). Before the conversion, we quickly check rim and tire compatibility.

What happens if the puncture is too big?

If the sealant can't close a puncture, such as a large cut, we use tubeless tire plugs. In the worst case, you can put a regular inner tube into a tubeless tire and keep riding.

How much does a tubeless conversion cost?

A tubeless conversion costs 30 KM per wheel. Tape, valves and sealant are charged separately, depending on the brand and quality you choose.

What are the benefits of a tubeless setup?

Sealant closes minor punctures, riding at lower pressure improves grip and comfort, and without an inner tube you reduce rotating weight.

Do I need to book an appointment?

We recommend it. You can book by phone (+387 66 902 418), Viber, WhatsApp or through the booking form.

Do you do tubeless conversion for all bikes?

We do tubeless conversion on MTB, gravel and road bikes, as long as the rims and tires are compatible. For specific models, contact us.

Go tubeless

Book a bike tubeless conversion in East Sarajevo. The workshop is run by Marko Ristivojević, a Bosch eBike Expert and Master Bike Mechanic. The workshop is rated 5.0 on Google (101 reviews).

Bike service East Sarajevo: Riste Anđića 20, 71123 Istočno Sarajevo · Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–7:00 PM · Closed on Sundays

Evolution bike service, East Sarajevo