How do I convert a tire to a different size wheel?

Just enter the size of tire you have now, then the new wheel size you want to go with and click “convert equivalent”. There you go, the equal tire size on a different size wheel using the tire converter on the right. Also browse our tire conversion charts to get ideas on tire conversion or to find the tire that is right for you.

What does 80/90/17 mean on tires?

Metric, for example 80/90/17 and in inches for example 2.50X17. With metric sizes the first number stand for the width in mm, the second number stands for the height of the tire in percent of the width. The third number stands for the size of the rim.

Are all tires metric sizes?

The vast majority of tires manufactured and sold today come with metric sizing. The tire size we will use for our example is a 120/70ZR-17TL. It can also be written as 120/70Zx17TL or 120/70ZR17TL. Some manufacturers put the speed rating at the end of the size and do not indicate if the tire is tubeless or not.

What size tires do I need for 15 inch wheels?

Metric to Standard Tire Conversion Chart for 15 inch Wheels Metric Standard 215/75/15 27.7″x 8.5″ 225/70/15 27.4″x 8.9″ 225/75/15 28.3″x 8.9″ 235/75/15 29.0″x 9.3″ 3 more rows …

How wide is a 2.75 tyre?

Enhance your purchaseBrandMRFSection Width2.75 InchesLoad Index Rating42Tyre Aspect Ratio80 InchesRim Size18 Inches

What size 17 inch tire is a 33?

Tire size equivalent chart for 33″, 35″, 37″ or 40″ tires33″ Tires (+/- 0.50″ in overall diameter)33X950-15285/75-16275/70-1733X10.50-15305/70-16255/75-1733X11.50-15375/55-16285/70-1733X12.50-15305/65-1745 more rows

Are 285 tires equal to 33?

YES, 285 wide tires are the same as 33” tires although 285 is the tread width in millimeters and 33″ is the tire diameter. 285/75/16 is usually the accepted metric equivalent size for 33’s.

What size is a 3.00 tire?

Tyre Sizing EquivalentsOld SizesLow-Profile Equivalent2.50/2.753.1080/903.00/3.253.6090/903.504.10100/904.004.25/85110/904 more rows

Are 285 70R17 33s?

For reference, we are using the 285/70R17 Yokohama Geolandar X-AT which is a true 33″ tire measuring out at 33.1″. The X-ATs have a diameter of 33.1″, a width of 11.7″, comes in a load range E, and mounts up to a 7.50″ – 9.00″ wide wheel.

What is 285 70R17 in inches?

When we convert 285/70R17 to inches, it is equivalent to 32.8×11.

What size tire is a 33 12.50 r17?

33X12. 50R17 tires have a diameter of 33.0″, a section width of 12.5″, and a wheel diameter of 17″. The circumference is 103.6″ and they have 611 revolutions per mile. Generally they are approved to be mounted on 8.5-11″ wide wheels.

What is a 295 70R17 in inches?

295/70R17 Conversion When converted to inches, 295/70R17 is equivalent to 33.3×11.

What size is a 35 inch tire on a 17 inch rim?

315/70/17 is usually the accepted metric equivalent size for standard/imperial 35-inch tires. 17.36″ + 17″ wheel = 34.36″ approximate tire diameter.

What does the 265 70R17 mean?

How to read your tire size long description. An arrow points to the numbers 265/70R17 115T on the inner part of the tire sidewall. 265 is the width, 70 is the aspect ratio, R stands for radial, 17 is the wheel diameter and 115T is the load index and speed symbol.

What size tire is a 3.00 12?

The size 3.00-12 (80/100-12) dirt bike tire has a knobby tread pattern and is typically used on the rear wheel of 70cc and larger mini dirt bikes. This tire requires an inner tube.

What does 4.00 mean on a tire?

4″ = refers to the diameter of the rim, in inches For example, a 4.80/4.00-8″ tire typically has a 15.5″ diameter rather than the 16″ diameter you would expect.

Can I put 33 tires on 17 inch rims?

33-inch tires work well with rims that measure 15 or 16 inches in width, while 35-inch tires should only be used with rims that are at least 17-inches wide.

What is a 295 70R17 in inches?

295/70R17 Conversion When converted to inches, 295/70R17 is equivalent to 33.3×11.

Is a 275 60R20 a 33-inch tire?

275/60R20 Conversion When converted to inches, 275/60R20 is equivalent to 33×10. 8R20.

How tall are 275 70R17 tires?

275/70R17 tires have a diameter of 32.2″, a section width of 10.8″, and a wheel diameter of 17″. The circumference is 101.0″ and they have 627 revolutions per mile. Generally they are approved to be mounted on 7-8.5″ wide wheels.

Motorcycle Tire Sizes Rim Width Chart

British motorcycle rims (Triumph, BSA, Norton etc.) are marked with a letter and number designation. This is helpful to know what tires you can mount on your rim based on the manufacturer’s specs.

Common Motorcycle Tire Sizes Chart

The following chart shows some common tire sizes, including their width and the diameter. Very handy when choosing which tire will fit your bike, or which motorcycle rear fender to buy to fit the tire you want to run on your new build!

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What is the speed rating of a tire?

The speed rating of a tire is the maximum speed at which a tire can carry a load that corresponds to its load index. For example, a tire with a load index of 95 and speed rating of H can carry 1,520 lb (690 kg) at a tire pressure of 42 psi and a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).

How is tire size calculated?

The dimensions computed by our calculator use the following equations:

How does changing tires affect the speedometer?

Larger rims and tires increase the total circumference of the wheel, which in turn increases the distance around the tire. This results in inaccurate speedometer and odometer readings because both are based on how many revolutions the tire makes. Specifically, a larger tire will result in a speedometer reading that is lower than the actual speed that the car is traveling; similarly, it will result in an odometer reading that is lower than the actual distance traveled. Conversely, a smaller tire will result in a speedometer reading that is higher than the actual speed the car is traveling, and an odometer reading that is higher than the distance traveled.

What is cross ply tire?

Cross-ply tires are tires whose internal construction is made of nylon cord placed diagonally across each other, usually at an angle of 55°.

What does D stand for in tire construction?

D stands for diagonal. In this type of tire construction, the cords run along the circumference of the tire at a 30-40° angle from bead (the part of the tire that contacts the rim of the wheel) to bead, and the layers crisscross over each other.

What is the first part of a tire code?

Intended use: The first part of the code is made up of 1 or 2 letters (P, LT, ST, T) that describe the type of vehicle that the tire is intended to be used with. There are 4 vehicle classes:

What is the dot code for tires?

DOT code: the DOT code is a required code in the United States that specifies the company, factory, batch, mold, and date of production of the tire. The date of production of a tire is particularly important, and is specified with 2 digits for the week of the year, and 2 digits for the year. For example, the code “1321” in the figure above means that the tire was produced on the 13 th week of the year 2021. When purchasing new tires, it may be important to note the date of production. Due to the aging of the rubber and other building materials, tires that were produced more than 10 years prior should not be used regardless of their conditions. The NHTSA recommends replacing tires every six years regardless of the number of miles driven.

What is a 2.50-17 rim?

Originally Answered: Is a 2.50-17 rear tyre equivalent to 80/90-17″? Not exactly, but it will fit on the rim. The 2.50 on the first tire means it is of a 2.50″ circular section; that in millimeters, is 63,5 mm. diameter. The rim here is 17″. On the second tire, 80/90 means the tire is 80 mm wide and flattened a 90%, so 72 mm high.

How wide is a 70/90×17 tire?

The 70/90 x 17 tire is 6 mm / 9.4% wider than the stock tire you are replacing, so you will want to make sure that the bead sits properly when you mount the tire and that there is nothing rubbing as you turn the wheel. In most cases, there should not be a problem. Your speedometer reading will change by 0.4%, hardly noticeable. You may notice that the bike is a little more stable going straight and a little harder to push into a lean for a turn, but you should be able to learn the new feedback signals to make an effective lean pretty quickly and easily.

What is the width of a R15 V2.0?

The stock tire on the R15 v2.0 is 90/80–17. That means the width is 90mm with the side wall being 80% of the width which would be 72mm. Changing it to 90/90 would increase the height of the side wall from 72 mm to 81mm. This would mean the front would be taller. The R15v2.0 has a 51–49 weight distribution. Changing the tire would have problems with the handling and ride feel and comfort.

How big is a Brembo rear wheel?

The stock rim is 4 inches in breath, which supports a 140 tyre. However, the Brembo rear wheel was 5.5 inches in breath and the minimum tyre size needed to be 150. Upsizing a tyre one size from the stock is easy, but this seemingly simple change has repercussions that seems to take many by surprise.

What is 215 in tyres?

215 is the width of the tyre in millimetres.

What is the tire size code?

Tire size usually use the metric system (metric system) or system-inch (inch system). As an illustrative example tire has a code: 100/90-18, and 2.50-17

What is profile on a tyre?

This relates to the depth of the sidewall (the wall at the side of the tyre). The profile is expressed as a percentage of the tyre’s width. Eg. Our 215/60R15