E-bike tires
E-bike-rated tires add puncture protection and handle the extra weight and torque. Match the size printed on your sidewall.
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E-bikes are heavier and faster than regular bikes, so tires with reinforced casings and puncture-protection belts pay off in fewer flats. Look for an e-bike rating from the maker, a puncture-protection layer, and the exact size printed on your current tire's sidewall (for example 27.5 x 2.25 or 55-622).
Knobby tires grip on dirt and gravel; smoother, belted tires roll more quietly on pavement. Run the pressure the tire maker recommends for your load, and check it weekly with a floor pump that has a gauge.
Where to buy
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Our picks
Sold by n+
Pirelli Angel Urban GT HyperBELT 27.5 x 2.25
HyperBELT casing with a 5 mm puncture-resistant layer for city riding, per Pirelli/n+.
27.5 x 2.25 only.
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Pirelli Scorpion Enduro M Hardwall 27.5 x 2.6
Replacement tire for the Mercedes-AMG F1 Team Rallye e-bike; low tight knobs for hardpack grip, per n+.
27.5 x 2.6 replacement for the n+ Rallye Edition.
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Sold by Magnum
Magnum Pathfinder knobby tire set
Deep-tread knobby upgrade for Pathfinder 350/500/T, per Magnum.
Pathfinder models only.
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On Amazon
Schwalbe Marathon E-Plus (700x55 / 28x2.15)
BicycleRollingResistance lab-tested it as one of the most puncture-resistant e-bike touring tires, trading some rolling efficiency for flat protection (Smart DualGuard per Schwalbe).
Size-specific listing (55-622 / 28 x 2.15): match your sidewall.
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Pro tips from the e-bike pros
- Hub-motor rear wheels take longer to remove, so puncture resistance saves roadside hassle.
- Use the new tire's recommended pressure range; it may differ from your old tire.
- Replace tires when the puncture belt starts to show or the tread is worn flat.
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