If you are facing and should change the tires on your bike, it is important that you choose the right bicycle tire sizes for your bike wheels. Each tire size is very variable depending on the type of bicycle tire you want, and depending on what type of bike you have. In this article you will get a small guide on how to choose the right bicycle tire size for your bike.
Table of bicycle tires sizes
Table of bicycle tire sizes. The table allows you to convert between ETRTO, English-, French-and German targets, and rim circumference etc.
| ETRTO | English Size | FRENCH SIZE | German Size | Rim circumference (mm) | Find tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40-635 | 28 x 1½ | 700B standard | 28 x 1½ | 1994 | Find tires |
| 47-622 | 28 x 1,75 | 700 x 47C | 28 x 1,75 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 40-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1-3/4 | 700 x 40C | 28 x 1½ x 1,75 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 38-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1½ | 700 x 38C | 28 x 1½ x 1,75 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 37-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1-3/8 | 700 x 35C | 28 x 1-3/8 x 1-5/8 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 32-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1-1/4 | 700 x 32C 700C Course |
28 x 1-1/4 x 1-3/4 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 28-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1-1/8 | 700 x 28C 700C |
28 x 1-1/8 x 1-3/4 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 25-622 | 28 x 1-5/8 x 1 | 700 x 25C | 28 x 1 x 1-1/4 | 1995 | Find tires |
| 23-622 | 700 x 23C | 1995 | Find tires | ||
| 32-630 | 27 x 1-1/4 | 27 x 1-1/4 | 1978 | Find tires | |
| 28-630 | 27 x 1-1/8 | 27 x 1-1/8 | 1978 | Find tires | |
| 25-630 | 27 x 1 | 1978 | Find tires | ||
| 32-597 | 26 x 1-1/4 | 1876 | Find tires | ||
| 37-590 | 26 x 1 3/8 | 650 x 35A 650A |
26 x 1 3/8 | 1854 | Find tires |
| 25-571 | 26 x 1 | 1854 | Find tires | ||
| 32-590 | 26 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4 | 650 x 32A | 1854 | Find tires | |
| 40-590 | 26 x 1-3/8 x 1½ | 1854 | Find tires | ||
| 40-584 | 26 x 1½ | 650B Standard |
1834 | Find tires | |
| 37-584 | 26 x 1½ x 1-3/8 | 1834 | Find tires | ||
| 47-559 | 26 x 2 x 1-3/4 | 26 x 1,75 x 2 | 1755 | Find tires | |
| 32-541 | 24 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4 | 600A 600 x 32A |
1699 | Find tires | |
| 40-540 | 24 x 1-3/8 x 1½ | 1695 | Find tires | ||
| 37-540 | 24 x 1-3/8 | 24 x 1-3/8 | 1695 | Find tires | |
| 40-534 | 24-1½ | 1676 | Find tires | ||
| 47-507 | 24-2 x 1-3/4 | 24 x 1,75 x 2 | 1594 | Find tires | |
| 37-501 | 22 x 1-3/8 B.S.R. | 1575 | Find tires | ||
| 37-498 | 22 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4 | 1563 | Find tires | ||
| 40-489 | 22 x 1-3/8 x 1½ | 1535 | Find tires | ||
| 37-489 | 22 x 1-3/8 | 1535 | Find tires | ||
| 37-451 | 20 x 1-3/8 B.S.R. | 1416 | Find tires | ||
| 40-438 | 20 x 1-3/8 x 1½ | 1375 | Find tires | ||
| 37-438 | 20 x 1-3/8 | 20 x 1-3/8 | 1375 | Find tires | |
| 40-432 | 20 x 1½ | 1356 | Find tires | ||
| 57-406 | 20 x 2,125 | 20 x 2,125 | 1274 | Find tires | |
| 47-406 | 20 x 2 x 1-3/4 | 20 x 1,75 x 2 | 1274 | Find tires | |
| 32-357 | 17 x 1-1/4 | 1122 | Find tires | ||
| 47-355 | 18 x 2 x 1-3/4 | 18 x 1,75 x 2 | 1115 | Find tires | |
| 54-305 | 16 x 2 | 957 | Find tires | ||
| 47-305 | 16 x 2 x 1-3/4 | 16 x 1,75 x 2 | 957 | Find tires | |
| 37-298 | 14 x 1-3/8 | 937 | Find tires | ||
| 37-288 | 14 x 1-3/8 | 937 | Find tires | ||
| 62-203 | 12½ x 2-1/4 | 12½ x 2-1/4 | 12½ x 2-1/4 | 638 | Find tires |
The numbers and sizes of bicycle tires
It ‘ll come as no surprise that there are bicycle tires in many different forms. There are big differences in pattern, size and above target. You can buy everything from studded tires and tires for BMX bikes to regular tires with a different pattern for adult and children’s bikes.
If you need to check the tire size your new bicycle tires must have, it is important that you see what numbers are on the old tire – it is the tire size. They are usually on the side of your bicycle tires, but the numbers are worn off, you may need to ask a specialist who knows the different types of bicycle tires. It may be your local dealer. Most often, you can easily find help on various websites on the Internet. If we assume that the numbers are not worn away on your deck and example is 32-622 on your bicycle tires, describes the 622 tire diameter, while the 32 stands for the width of your bike tires. If you find the width of your bike tires minor, simply use the diameter, which in this example is 622 Remember, however, that the rim of your bicycle tires must be narrower than the tire itself. If you choose to buy a bicycle tire that is wider than your old tires, be sure that the tire will be a bit higher. Therefore it is always a good idea to check the new tire size fit on your bike. Often, the trouble with the site, if your bike is equipped with screens. For the same reason, always check how much space is available for your bicycle tires on the front and rear fork before buying new bicycle tires.
Measure your bicycle wheel and tire size with table
If you are unsure of your bicycle tire size, you can look into a bicycle tire table where you can easily and simply find just the tires that fit your bike. Most lists the tire size both English, French and German targets and rim circumference in millimeters. This means that you can easily find the right tire size, although it is a Danish number.
In addition to the various international tire sizes are also available ETRTO list (European Tyre and Rim Organisation). It is precisely this list and these numbers say nothing about the diameter and width of your bicycle wheel, as described previously.
It is also possible to find a table of which corresponds to the tire air pressure, and an approximate weight of each bicycle tires. This may largely be a great advantage if, among other things need bicycle tires for a more professional needs or level. Often you can also find a table that says something about a price range for the selected bicycle tires.
If you could find it difficult to find your way around this table, or if you just can not find either deck or hoses that fit your bicycle wheel, you can always ask your local bicycle shop that can quickly help you with your tire size. It is not a must or a necessity that you know the size of your bicycle wheel or the old tire size. However, it is a good idea to know a little about these sizes in advance – especially if you have a special request for a particular tire size.
In other words, it is not that complex having to change the old tires on your bicycle wheels. Take a little time to familiarize yourself with smart table, or check out the old number on your bicycle tires. And as I said, you can always get help from a specialist, they will be happy to lend a hand!
i have a bike rim made in japan marked 24 x 1 1/8 w/o araya but a 24″ tire is too round for my wheel, what size tire do i need
I need new tire for bike. What size do I ask for, for this tire? 700X35C37-622(28X13/8X15/8
Hi June!
The first set (700 x 35C) gives you an answer. 700 size wheels with 35″ width. 28 is another way of representing that 700 designation. (see http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html )
Are you after a new tire (the outside bit with the tread) or a new tube (the inside bit you inflate)? If it’s the latter, they’ll usually come with a range. You’ll also want to double check what kind of valve it uses (shrader or presta) .
Useless website tire guide,
Mine is not listed (35-622) 700 X 35C
I am going crazy trying to find exactly what size inner tube to get. It seems nowhere to be found. ugh!!
Dale McCabe Got the tire tube as you John just replaced them with700x35-37-622 tire with 700×35/43c tube or 28×1/58 /1/38
700x35C and 700x37C are the same size. The reference is just different. My tyres have mixed references 37-622 (700x35C).
I am working on a 1973 raleigh tsw 111 shopper bike,
And it has 16 x 1 5/8 tyres which are now unobtainable,
Could I fit a 16 x 75 tyre , as there is only 1/8 differance
?
I have a Bickerton folding bike, made in Great Britain. It needs new tires, front is a 14 x 13/8 inches. The read is 16 x 1 3/8 inches. I will also need new tubes. The bike is usually only riden on payment. Can you suggest replacement or substitute new tires.
Vic Jordan
I need a two (2) bike tires with 28.16 size…do you have a supplier.
Hi,
I have 2 tires that only mention 300×55. I guess it is the French system. What should be the equivalent in ETRTO?
Tks,
i have an old germany made Continental wheel marked 28×1 1/4x 1 1/2 …I haven’t find this number on the net, can the
32-622 28 x 1-5/8 x 1-1/4 700 x 32C
700C Course 28 x 1-1/4 x 1-3/4 1995
fit on my rim?
thank you in advance
I have written on the tire 26×4.5 , 60 TPI , CASING , WIRE BEAD 5-30 PSI . Can You tell what’s the diameter of my wheel
26″
Will a tire tube marked 700/47-52 work on a tire marked 27/1.6?
My clincher balloon tyres are marked as follows :28 x 1.70 x 1 1/2 any idea what the equivalent of these might be ?
What size this do I need for a 54-559? Thanks
What is 19 in 700 x 35C x 19 ? I feel, 700 is the size of rim/tyre, 35C is broadness of tyre/rim. I am not getting ’19’. Pls help.
i want bike tyre of size 12 1/2 into 2.75
I need to find bicycle number please (47_622) 700 x 45 thanks
MY TIRE SIZE STATES ON ITS SIDEWALL SAYING 29 x 2.30, its a mountain trail tire that i want to switch it to a road or street tires which i would say much thinner than my existing tire. My query now is what exact of road or street tire size will i buy???
My bicycle is a Moulton 4 speed
My ring is 16 1.3/8
cant find my size tire . on the tire it says 29 x 2.125
I would like to know how wide is a Kenda Cross, 700x40c tire?
I have michelin tyres on my 1967 junior Raleigh racing bike. the size is 22 x 63.
are these avaialbe today?
Thanks
Peter