Can I fit 26 x 2.2 tyres to my 26 x 2.25 wheels on my mountain bike?

Asked by: Barry Catucci

If you want to put 2.2″ tires in place of current 2.25″ tires, then yes, you can do that. That’s less than a 2mm difference, given that tires conform to marketed width at all (which they tend not to).

What size tires fit 26 inch rims MTB?

The industry responded by making “middleweight” tires marked 26 x 1.75 to fit the same rims. Although they are still called “26 inch”, these tires are actually 25 5/8″, not 26″. This same rim size was adopted by the early pioneers of west-coast “klunkers”, and became the standard for mountain bikes.

Will any 26 inch tire fit on a 26 inch rim?

Upload complete! 26 inch is your rim (wheel) diameter. Usually any 26″ tire will fit your wheel up to a width point depending on fork width/height. Tire widths run from skinnier 1.5 to wide 2.3 and wider.

How wide of a tire can I put on my mountain bike?

Mountain Bike Tire Size and Width



A cross-country bike will have tires in the 1.9″ to 2.25″ width range. Trail and all-mountain bikes will have tires in the 2.25″ to 2.4″ width range. Downhill bikes, which are meant to withstand the abuse of drops and rock gardens, are typically equipped with tires up to 2.5″ wide.

Can you put any width tires on same rim MTB?

Bicycle wheels can handle a range of different widths, so it’s not absolutely necessary to replace your tires with one with the exact same width. In fact, there are often advantages to using a tire that is a little wider, as long as your bicycle has adequate clearance to handle the larger size.

How do I know if a tire will fit my bike rim?

If your wheel set is going to be used for both road and gravel, select a road rim and tire sizes 25mm-50mm. This means an internal rim width of at least 20mm. Ideally, for a 40mm tire intended for gravel roads select a 21-24mm internal rim width. Wider internal widths limit the smallest tire size you can use.

Can I change the tyre size on my bike?

The short answer is yes. The long answer is also yes, but you have to consider a few things and you have to know what you’re doing. Tire size is always a balance between acceleration and cornering grip. This is why manufacturers equip motorcycles with a certain size tire.

Can you put smaller tires on a 26 bike?

You can use a smaller width tire with the same rims, and generally not need to adjust anything. This might gain you a half inch or so, depending on your current tire and rim. Otherwise, installing smaller wheels just isn’t worth it.

What size tyre can I fit on my rim?

Equivalency table

How tall should you be to ride a 26 inch bike?

26-inch bikes are a common size for adults. Riders with a height of 5′ and above are typically tall enough to comfortably fit on bikes with 26” wheels. However, riders taller than 5’5” may be better suited to the slightly larger 27.5” or 29” models that offer better traction and stability.

How wide is a 2.25 TYRE?

For example, a 29 x 2.25 mountain bike tire is about 29” in diameter and about 2.25” wide, while a 700c x 25 road tire is approximately 700mm in diameter and 25mm wide.

What size tires fit 26 inch rims?

The industry responded by making “middleweight” tires, marked 26 x 1.75 to fit the same rims. Although they are still called “26 inch”, these tires are actually 25 5/8″, not 26″. This same rim size was adopted by the early pioneers of west-coast “klunkers”, and became the standard for mountain bikes.

What happens if tire is too wide for rim?

The ratio between the section width and the rim width is pretty important. If the rim width is too narrow, you pinch the tire in and cause it to balloon more in cross-section. If the rim width is too wide, you run the risk of the tire ripping away at high speed.

Does tire width have to match rim width?

For your safety, and for the optimal ride, your rim width and tire size must be compatible. Why? Because the rim width has a direct impact on your tire’s contact patch, which changes how the tire interacts with the road and how your vehicle handles.

How do I know if my rims are compatible?

The two easiest ways are to check the sticker plate in your car, it should be located inside the driver side door, or look online for the vehicle specifications for your exact make and model. That should tell you the standard rim size.

Does tyre width matter bike?

The width can have a major impact on the way your bike rides. Wider tyres offer increased grip and comfort as they have a larger air volume and lower tyre pressure can be run. If your wheels are 700c, look for a tyre width of between 28c and 35c. If your tyres are 26 or 27.5”, look for widths between 1.5” and 2.0”.

Will a 27.5 tire fit a 26 rim?

Condensed answer: It’s possible to install 27.5-inch wheels on a 26-inch frame if there’s enough clearance, and the bike uses disc brakes. The conversion limits the width of the tires and could also greatly impact the geometry of the bicycle to the point where the modification becomes questionable.

What size is a 26 inch tire?

First, tires are sized by their diameter and width. A common size is 26″ x 2.125″. This means that the tire is approximately 26 inches in diameter and the tread is about 2 and an 1/8th inch wide.

How much bigger is 27.5 than 26?

27.5 bikes are only 1 inch bigger than 26in bikes.

Is 26 the same as 650b?

A 650b wheel is one that’s about 27.5 inches in diameter, when measured from tyre edge to tyre edge. This compares to 26in for a standard mountain bike wheel and 29in for so-called ’29er’ wheels (700c road wheels are also 29in in diameter). What’s the Fastest Tyre Size for Mountain Biking?

Can you change wheel size on mountain bike?

Yes! You can put small wheels on your mountain bike! There will be a few things to look out for when making this change that might affect your riding experience. To start, the rim brakes may not be aligned if wheels with a different rim size are fitted onto the bike.

Can you fit 650b wheels on a 26er?

According to this “The outer diameter of a 26×2.00, a 650×42 and a 700×23 tyre is about the same” it should be fine. A 1.75 is around 44 so should fit fine if a 2.4 on 26 fits.