When John Buck looked for someone to change a tyre on his Triumph motorcycle, he discovered the nearest was 40 miles away in Brentwood.

So he decided he would set up his own tyre changing workshop in Colchester.

The result is Loose Wheels which supplies and fits tyres to motor bikes and scooters at premises at Hill Farm Industrial estate in Boxted, near Colchester.

"Those who do change bike tyres still use the lever method, while we have modern technology which makes it a five-minute job. Why it hasn't been done before I can't think," explained John.

John and his partner Mike Gawthrop attend motor cycle rallies and meetings to offer on the spot service and advice.

Says Mike: "Getting a tyre change in this area used to be a nightmare. We are now trying to spread the message that there are quicker and easier ways of changing tyres on the doorstep."

Published Tuesday, September 21, 2004

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