Mistake 1: You skip the gel (or skimp on it)
The silicone gel is not a bonus. It is a necessity.
Without gel, friction occurs between the mousse and the inside of the tire. This leads to:
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Shortened lifespan
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Overheating
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Uneven performance
Solution: Always use the included brush and apply plenty of silicone around the entire mousse before assembly.
Mistake 2: You're using the wrong tire size
The mousse must match both the tire's inch size and dimension.
Example:
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Are you running 110/90-19? → Choose SpeedGrip MX (110/90-19) 0.8 bar
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Do you have 80/100-21 or 90/90-21? → Choose SpeedGrip MX / ENDURO (90/90-21) (80/100-21)
Wrong size = unnecessary hassle during assembly and poorer driving feel.
Mistake 3: You stress during assembly (and damage the mousse)
Forcing the mousse in with too much force, the wrong tool, or without patience is a recipe for:
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Depressed parts
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Uneven fit
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Damage to the foam
Solution: Take it easy. Warm up the tire beforehand – it makes it a lot easier.
Mistake 4: You reuse old mousse “just one more time”
It may sound tempting. But mousse is a consumable item – and once it loses its elasticity or becomes dry and cracked, it's time to replace it.
An old mousse can:
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Feeling “dead”
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Release the grip
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Roll unevenly
And that increases the risk of injury to both the bike and the rider.
Mistake 5: You forget to check the condition of your tires
Mousse + worn out tire = bad combo.
It doesn't matter how good the mousse is if the tire is dry, cracked or unevenly worn.
- Always check the tire before mounting.
- Replace both at the same time if necessary.
Bonus: What can you always count on with SpeedGrip mousse?
All our mousses come with:
✔️ 0.8 bar feel – optimized for grip and comfort
✔️ Silicone gel + brush + protective gloves
✔️ Swedish-developed performance you can trust