How to Identify Tubeless Tires?
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Methods to identify tubeless tires: 1. Tubeless tires have a unique marking, which is the TUBELESS logo. If it has this logo, it is a tubeless tire; if not, it is not. 2. If the tire rim is of the spoke type, it is not a tubeless tire. 3. The rubber of tubeless tires has raised parts; if there are no raised parts, it is not a tubeless tire. Precautions for using tubeless tires: 1. The specified air pressure must be maintained. Tubeless tires are made of high-quality rubber, which has good elasticity and flexibility, and can adapt to a wide range of air pressure. Even if the tire pressure is very high, it does not feel as hard as ordinary tires, so a pressure gauge should be used to check the air pressure. 2. They are not pressure-resistant and are not suitable for overloading. Tubeless tires are wear-resistant but not pressure-resistant. If overloaded excessively, they are not suitable for use.
I usually check if a tire is tubeless in several ways. First, look for markings like 'Tubeless' or 'TL' on the tire sidewall, which directly indicate a tubeless design. Also, inspect the valve stem: tubeless tires have valve stems that stand straight on the rim, without the nut part used to secure inner tubes in older tire designs. For a leak test, apply some soapy water to the tire surface—if bubbles emerge from the tire body rather than the valve stem area, it means the tubeless tire is leaking. Last time I went on a road trip, my tire got punctured by a small stone, but it only leaked air without bursting. When I got out to check, I saw the markings on the sidewall, confirming it was a tubeless tire. I drove slowly to get it repaired, and it was quite safe. These tires have good puncture resistance and are quick to patch. I recommend making it a habit to check the markings to avoid trouble in emergencies.
