Well, I am happy to say that I have worn out my first set of tires in the first year of owning my bike. I am going to put some of the dunlop white walls on, and while I am sure that the local shop will give me a decent price, I am sure I can find them cheaper online. My question is, how hard is it to change the tires at home. I have changed my own dirtbike tires, but this is my first cruiser. Is it something to do myself, or should I have a shop do it? Do the chrome wheels scratch easily, or am I going to be able to pry on them with a tire iron and be OK? I see that some weight has been added to one side, is the wheel what needs balancing, or is this something that is adjusted based on each tire? Thanks for any help.