How to Determine if a Tire is Tubeless?
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Tubeless tires, also known as 'low-pressure tires' or 'pneumatic tires,' are inflatable tires without inner tubes. Here are some methods to determine if a tire is tubeless: 1. Method 1: Check the tire valve. The valve of a tubeless tire is sealed with rubber against the rim, whereas a regular tire does not require sealing and usually has a standard metal valve. 2. Method 2: Look for the TUBELESS marking on the tire. This is the indicator of a tubeless tire. 3. Additional Information: Tubeless tires are wear-resistant but not pressure-resistant. Some heavy-duty trucks replace the steering wheels with tubeless tires while keeping the main load-bearing drive wheels as regular steel tires. This ensures load-bearing capacity while improving driving comfort, making it a good compromise.