20. HIGH-SPEED TIRE
TIRE FLANGE BEVEL ANGEL
If the tire flange radius is smaller than the
wheel rim radius, the tire and wheel can Tire flange bevel angle is
larger than rim bevel angle Tire Shape
be locked tightly. Take the advantage of
tire bead bevel angle to enlarge tire bead
so that the tire and rim can combine with
each other precisely. Consequently, it Rim Shape
can prevent air leaks and tire will not fall
off the rim when tire break or low
pressure occurs. Locked
METHOD TO IDENTIFY A HIGH-
SPEED TIRE
For distinguishing a high-speed tire from
a tube-tire, the word "TUBELESS" is
stamped on the side wall of the high-
speed tire. A tire without this word
cannot be used as a high-speed tire.
TUBELESS
RIM USED FOR HIGH-SPEED TIRE
For the purpose of preventing tire from
falling off the wheel rim while driving,
there are special requirements on the size,
shape and pressure density of rim used for
high-speed tire. It is necessary to use
special rims.
Refer to the Figure shown for distinction.
Air leaks occur easily when the wheel rim
is deformed. Avoid driving on rugged Rim Used for High-speed Tire
road and crashing against stones.
When replacing the high-speed tire, also
replace the valve as a set.
Rim Valve
· When replacing the high-speed tire,
use a tire of the same specification.
Mark of
TUBELESS
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