4. OK, i finally decided there would be a modification on the bike i would not do myself. Essentially because I am so tired of running around before or after work everyday for parts, then sweating to death trying to pry some piece of metal or rubber from where it belongs to where I want it to be. I took the wheels off the bike and ordered some Michelin Anakee's. I broke down and took them to a shop to have them mount them. There certainly is a part of me that feels like I gave in and let someone else work on the bike. However it sure felt good to pick up the wheels and have the tires already mounted!!!!!