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Know Your Tyre Rim
Proper width of the rim is important when it comes to stability and handling.
Rim Width:
The distance between the inner surfaces of the wheel.
Rim Diameter:
The diameter of the inner surface of the wheel.
2.15 inches is the rim width
18 inches is the rim diameter
B is the flange profile
Warning:
- An improper rim size can have serious negative effects on tyre performance and affects the safety of the passenger as well as the stability of the vehicle.
- A tyre that is fitted on a wider rim will have a flattened profile and may easily reach the edge of the tread during cornering causing instability during the process.
- A narrow rim alters the tyre profile by concentrating the tyre wear in a very small area while cornering. It also makes for a smaller contact patch during braking which in turn has an adverse effect on the performance while cornering and braking.