What Is Tire Clearance On A Bike – And How Much Do You Need To Leave?
Tire clearance is the maximum tire width your frame and fork can fit, including a 4-6mm safety gap for mud and flex. Modern road bikes typically clear 28-32mm tires; gravel bikes 40-50mm; mountain bikes 2.4-2.6″. Always check both frame and fork specs before buying wider tires. Below, we cover how to measure clearance. One of … Read more