My current tire size is 27 x 1 1/2 . What replacement size works best ?
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The product lists only one (1) 27" tire (630mm) typical of older bicycles, and that is the 27 x 1-1/4, which is smaller than 1-1/2 (odd). The 27 x 1-1/4 tire offered on this site is a relatively narrow road/touring tire for older bicycles, such as my 70's-80's Sears' 10-speed. Other models of tires may be size 1-1/8 or 1" (both smaller) or 1-3/8 (wider than 1-1/4, but smaller than 1-1/2). If your bike is a 700-something, it may be better to look for the metric size (if stated). Another website describes 27x1-1/2 as a German (Kriegen) Roadster bike tire, metric size 609mm x 40mm or ISO 40-609 or Franc 650-32. Hope this helps.
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I had put ~1700 miles on the stock tires before they badly needed replacing. I replaced them with 700x23C Continental tires. I forgot which type but they have been the best tires I've had. As for tubes I just get 700x23C presta with 48mm stem
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If you look closely the two different options for each tire size (700 x 23 and 700 x 23mm) have different prices because they are being sold by different Amazon resellers. What appears to be a part number next to one of the 26x1.75 options of 47-559 is actually just another numerical system for expressing the tire size. You were right Harvey, I really didn't answer the question well enough the first time. So my advice, choose the one with the best price and best shipping! Good luck.
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I took my 700 x 38 tires off and replaced them with 700 x 28. It fits perfect !!
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The 1 3/8 refers to the width, so a 2.1 will be a wider tire than your 1 3/8. 2.1 is fairly standard, and 1 3/8 is a thin tire. This may or may not be a problem depending on the size of your rim (wheel). If it's a mountain bike, you're probably fine. If you're trying to put this tire on a road bike, it may not work. You will probably need to get a new tube, though...one that measures 26 / 2.1.
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the tires i replaced on my john D. 130 were 20x10.0-8.00. best u ask a tire guy.
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Hi George, It's really personal preference but I would stay with the 27 X 1-1/4. When running a wider tire than recommended it tends to move on the rim when cornering . On low pressure applications this isn't a problem because the tire flexes but at high pressure applications the tire can't flex and can break the bead causing a blowout or flat.
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You need a 27 x 1 1/4 not a 700c like these. These tires won't fit your rim at all. The rest doesn't matter because they won't fit in the first place..
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I would like to help, would if I could, but I don't think you could depend (i.e. bet) on my answer. My bike is 700 mm (which I think equates to 27"), the tires I bought were 700 X 38 mm (38 mm is equivalent to 1½", 35 mm = 1-3/8"). My guess is that the 700 X 32 mm would fit, but, a just a semi-educated guess.
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Virginia, look on your bicycle rim (the big round metal part of the wheel) and the size should be printed on there. If it reads 700 mm, than these are the tires you want. Also, buy tires in pairs and replace them both, keeping the better of the 2 as a emergency spare. You'll want to purchase inner tubes as well. The normal RANGE in size would be 700 X 28-32. This means 700 mm in circumference and 28-32 mm in girth. You can reuse the old one, but always have 2 on hand, and replace the innertube should it (or they) be brittle and have a cracking appearance. Here is an eBay link to quality inner tubes, at an affordable price. ~ http://www.ebay.com/itm/371171729433? ~ Also, you can go to Youtube for tutorials.
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It wont fit it is a 26x1.95. It would be great if you knew your rim size but if the old tire gives that range I would go for a tire that is 26x1.75.
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My tire is 27" in diameter but the cover can adjust to something bigger or smaller. I believe it is meant for standard size tires.
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Yes! The 26 represents the diameter of the wheel and since both the tire you currently have and the tire you are replacing it with are the same, it will work. The 2.125 and the 1.95 represent the width of the tire and as far as I can tell only matter when you purchase the tube.
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i bought the tire to replace my 26 x 2.125 size tire. tire fit fine. product says it will also accommodate tire 26 x 1.75 size. so product should fit wheel of either size tire.
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I am using Schwalbe 27x1 1/4 tires. It is perfect for the application I use my bike.
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That tire is 27.1 " in diameter. Smittybilt website lists the 772915 cover as fitting 27 to 29" tires. Here's a link to Amazon's page for that part #.Smittybilt 772915 Denim Black Medium Spare Tire Cover . Here's a link to Smittybilts sizing for there tire covers - http://www.smittybilt.com/product/index/31.htm . Hope this helps you out.Mike M.
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The wheel is 700 x 25. You want tubes that are 700 x 25. Usually tubes will come in ranges. Most common range is 700x18-23 and 700x20-25. Both will actually fit the tire as tubes expand easily. If you do decide to use 700x18-23, go 10 less than the maximum PSI on the tires. If you go 700x20-25, you're can just fill it up to the maximum PSI.This bike does not require the valee to be a schrader valve. Presta works as well. I have prestas on mine as they are easier to work with when you need to deflate for quick changes.