Sunlite Road Raised Center Bicycle Tire, 26 X 1-3/8 Inches, Black Tread With Gum Sidewall
Why you'll like it
- Smooth Rolling — Raised center tread design minimizes rolling resistance for effortless pavement cruising.
- Classic Aesthetics — Black rubber tread paired with a traditional gum sidewall offers a vintage look.
- Enhanced Traction — Integrated side grooves provide reliable cornering grip on urban streets and bike paths.
- Perfect Fit — Specifically engineered for 26 x 1-3/8 inch fractional rims found on classic and English 3-speed bicycles.
Product details
Description
Upgrade your vintage or commuter bicycle with the Sunlite Road Raised Center Tire, engineered for smooth and efficient city riding. Featuring a distinct 26 x 1-3/8 inch fractional sizing, this clincher wire-bead tire is specially designed to fit older road bikes, English 3-speeds, and heritage lightweight bicycles from the 1960s and 1970s.
The tire showcases a classic black rubber tread combined with a stylish contrast gumwall sidewall, delivering a timeless aesthetic alongside modern durability. Its standout feature is the raised center ridge, which significantly reduces rolling resistance on paved urban streets and bike paths, allowing for faster and smoother cruising.
Integrated side grooves enhance cornering traction for improved stability during daily commutes or recreational weekend rides. Built with reliable materials to withstand everyday wear and tear, this USA-imported bicycle tire is an essential replacement part for restoring classic rides to their former glory.
How to use
- Ensure compatibility by verifying your rim size matches 26 x 1-3/8 inches (ISO 590).
- Remove the old tire and inner tube from the wheel rim.
- Carefully mount one bead of the Sunlite tire onto the rim, insert a compatible inner tube, and tuck the second bead into place.
- Inflate the tire gradually to the recommended pressure specified on the sidewall, checking that the tube is not pinched before full inflation.
Ingredients
Premium rubber compound, steel wire bead, nylon casing fabric.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Sunlite |
|---|---|
| UPC | 072774059034 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
Ratings & reviews
From our customers
Top reviews first: highest rated, with photos first
- Rohan D.5 ★
perfect fit
Fixed this on my old road cycle yesterday and took a round around the block. That raised center ridge really helps it roll much smoother on the pavement without making too much noise. Was looking everywhere for this exact size.
- Vaishali K.5 ★
khup chaan tyre ahe
mi amchya donyathi purani cycle sathi magvla hota he. tyacha gum sidewall look khupch classic vatla cycle var basvlyavar. delivery pan veles ali ani packaging mast hoti.
- Amit S.5 ★
muje toh mast laga
neighbor ne recommend kiya tha apni old vintage cycle ke liye. fitting ekdum proper aayi. chalaane me bhi kafi light feel ho raha hai asphalt pe, pehle wale tyres se bhot better hai
FAQs
What is a 26 x 1-3/8 tyre equivalent to?
A 26 x 1-3/8 inch tire is a fractional size with an ISO 590 millimeter bead seat diameter. It is commonly equivalent to older English 3-speed bicycles and vintage lightweight road bikes, but it is not interchangeable with standard 26-inch decimal mountain bike tires.
What type of bicycles does this tire fit?
This tire is designed to fit older road bikes, urban commuters, and vintage English 3-speed bicycles or classic lightweight models that specifically require 26 x 1-3/8 inch tires.
Is this a wire bead or folding tire?
This product features a durable clincher wire bead construction designed to securely lock onto compatible bicycle rims during inflation.
Are these Sunlite bike tires authentic USA imports?
Yes, all products available on Dropy India are 100% authentic items sourced directly from the United States to ensure you receive genuine quality parts for your bicycle.
What are the key performance benefits of the raised center tread?
The raised center ridge lowers rolling resistance when riding on smooth pavement, allowing you to maintain higher speeds with less pedaling effort.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.