When To Get New Mountain Bike Tires

Mountain bikes are used for off-road biking. They are also called all-terrain bikes. They have wide, knobby tires that provide a good grip on rough terrain.

Mountain bike tires are specially designed for off-road use and must be replaced when they wear out or when the tread is no longer deep enough to provide a good grip. The best way to know if you need new mountain bike tires is to check the tread depth with a penny or a dime. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, then it’s time for new mountain bike tires!

How do I know when I need new bike tires?

Worn down tread. Easy to spot. Flat spot along the center of the tire. Cracked rubber. Constant flats. Cuts and holes. Worn down to the casing. Bubbles or deformities.^[1]

When should I replace my MTB front tires?

He recommends swapping the front tire to the rear once the center tread has worn down by 20-30%, and replacing the rear tire once that central tread is 50% cooked.^[2]

When should I change my Maxxis tire?

After about 500–1000 miles, there will be enough wear that your grip is diminished, especially when cornering and in loose or steep terrain. While tires can be pushed past this wear level, many riders opt to simply replace at this point.^[3]

How many miles do you get out of mountain bike tires?

How long your MTB tires last depends on where you ride and the quality of your tires. On average MTB tires should at least be able to last 3200 to 8000 miles. That’s quite a difference but if you ride sharp mountain rocks they might even go below.^[4]

How many years do bike tires last?

Q: How long do unused bike tires last before they go bad? The rubber in tires may start dry rotting after 5 to 6 years. Tires sitting for any longer than that should be inspected and replaced.^[5]

Should I replace both bike tires at the same time?

The answer is no, you probably don’t need to replace both tires at once. That’s because the function of one doesn’t affect the function of the other. In fact, according to Side Car, the rear wheel gets worn out about twice as fast as the front wheel due to how the motorcycle works.^[6]

How many miles should bike tires last?

The conventional wisdom is that your road bike tires last anywhere from 1,000 to 3,000 miles. High-end (more expensive) tires should last at least 2,500 miles.^[7]

How long do bike inner tubes last?

With proper maintenance and storage, bicycle inner tubes have been reported to last up to 15 years, and the shortest lifespan reported is less than 7 days. Common factors that determine the life span of a bike tube include storage, temperature, heat, light, exposure to elements and riding conditions.^[8]

Do I need a new bike tire or just a tube?

As long as it is a pin sized nail and not a rail road tie then you should be just fine replacing the tube and still using the tire. Just be sure the pin is not still in the tire ready to flat another tube. If its just a puncture, learn to patch the tube.^[9]

How long do tubeless tires last?

ORANGE SEAL: Depending on temps and humidity, ride time and geography, you should get one to three months for tubeless set ups, and up to six months in a tube.^[10]

Should you rotate bike tires?

The only time tire rotation is appropriate on a bicycle is when you are replacing the rear tire. If you feel like taking the trouble, and use the same type of tire front and rear, you should move the front tire to the rear wheel, and install the new tire in front.^[11]

How much does it cost to change a tire on a bike?

The cost of replacing a bicycle tire is normally between $10 to $20 but depending on bike tire quality it may differ. If you want to fix both front and rear bike tires, the cost will be between $20 to $40.^[12]