Yes it does require a special to type machine. The foldable tyre is fitted and sealed to the rim without inflating the tyre. As this tyre inflated with a 12 volt compressor there would not be enough airflow to 'Pop' the tyre on. However you can remove the tyre is the standard way. Check on ebay is you can sell the rim and tyre as is and cover the cost of a rim. Regards Peter