Safety through wide tires
We have been testing a wide variety of wheel and tire combinations for years. Until now, the TWIKE has been running on specially optimized motorcycle tires. Now we offer a conversion kit for passenger car tires that can be retrofitted to all vehicles.
The new wheels for the rear axle ensure greater safety and comfort thanks to improved handling. They last longer and are easier to change. The new tires have a size of 135/70 R 15 and are available as summer, winter and all-season tires.
The wheels are fitted including a new brake drum. The wheel arches are given an enlarged cut-out for this purpose. The rims are painted black as standard.
FAQ
Is it permitted to retrofit older vehicles with the wide tires?
If the wide tires are to be retrofitted, you will receive a certificate from us that allows the wheels with the corresponding brake drums (Art.: 10.340.001.50) to be entered in the vehicle documents after a technical inspection. This is also possible in Switzerland, as the type approval (CH 6AT3 05) has been adapted accordingly.
How much does it cost to convert from “normal” tires to “wide” tires?
The conversion kit costs €1,424.37 net (Germany and as of 01.02.2016). Technically experienced persons could carry out the conversion themselves, but the following points must be observed: Cutting out the mudguards, adjusting the brakes, possibly adjusting the stabilizers. We therefore recommend having the installation carried out by a service partner.
Can I do the conversion myself?
Technically experienced persons could carry out the conversion themselves, but the following points must be observed : Cutting out the mudguards, adjusting the brakes, possibly adjusting the stabilizers. We therefore recommend having the installation carried out by a service partner.
How long does the conversion take?
You should allow 30 minutes for a service.
Without a service you should allow about 3 hours.
What are the advantages of the wide tires?
Durch eine Umrüstung auf breitere Felgen und größere Reifen ergeben sich folgende Vorteile: Erhöhung der Traglast, Steigerung der Lebensdauer der Felge, verbesserte Laufleistung der Reifen, gestiegener Abrollkomfort sowie die Verfügbarkeit von Sommer-, Winter- und Ganzjahresreifen.
Don’t wider tires inevitably lead to higher fuel consumption or a lower range?
The all-weather tires (135/70 15) tested so far have a fuel consumption that is up to 7% higher. Whether this consumption can be tolerated in a particular case must be assessed in each case. The batteries do provide more range than years ago. The advantages are higher load capacity of the wheels, longer tire life and more comfort.
Is the wide tire available over the counter?
The wide rear tires can be purchased cheaply from normal dealers.
The narrow tires should ideally be purchased from the TWIKE partner or directly from TWIKE GmbH, as these should meet the special criteria (e.g. load and pressure approval for rear tires).
Change your tires!
Talk to your TWIKE partner or the TWIKE factory in Rosenthal .
