Bike tyre blues - Coyote Electric Bike

[Annmarie]

Hi guys - could I trouble anyone for some advice?
I have an electric bike that I love but it has been out of commission 5 months. I used it to cycle everyday in Belfast - I was coming home at least once a week with a flat tyre. Anyway, he absolutely lost his mind about changing it every week and now it's in been relegated to the shed. I can't change it myself, I tried. Ive been using my normal bike as my main transport but I need the sheer heft of the other bike for the cold weather.
My other bike has these big bad ass tyres that don't get punctured. My question is what kind of tyres and tubes do I need to get for my other bike to stop it always getting punctures? It is a Coyote commute from Halfords. The tyres on the site say 20" x 1.25. Ive no idea what that means. I can pay around £40 for each tyre. Please help!

 

[Shaun]

Welcome to CycleChat Annmarie.

Assuming it's the Coyote folding bike, I'd recommend Schwable Marathon Plus - http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/schwalbe-marathon-plus-20-bike-tyre-smartguard/rp-prod24762

I have these on my folder and haven't had a puncture since fitting them.

Cheers,
Shaun

 

[Pale Rider]

Ebikes are heavy so you need sturdy tyres.

As the gaffer says above, there's only one answer to this question: Schwalbe Marathon Plus.

The original equipment on the Coyote is basic at best, so I would be inclined to get a couple of branded inner tubes as well, particularly as yours have been patched a few times.

The new tubes don't have to be Schwalbe although they are as good as any.

Others good brands are Continental and Michelin.

You will need the correct valve, there are two types, Presta and Schrader.

A quick look at a pic online suggests your bike has Schrader - the same as on a car.

http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/electric-bikes/coyote-connect-folding-electric-bike

 

[Pale Rider]

I should have mentioned pressure which is very important for puncture prevention.

The higher the better - within the limits of the tyre.

You will want the 1.35" width Marathons, which have a range of 55-100psi.

A hundred might give a very harsh ride, but I would certainly aim for 70 or 80.

About 10 psi more in the rear is a good idea, so maybe start with 80 rear/70 front.

To achieve that you will need a track - sometimes called a floor - pump with a gauge.

I'm afraid that's more money, but something for between £20 and £30 should do the job.

Lezyne is a good brand, so that's the one I would pick from this link.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/pumps/track-pumps?ss=2346&f=2247&sort=pricelow

 

[Yellow Saddle]

I should have mentioned pressure which is very important for puncture prevention.

The higher the better - within the limits of the tyre.

I'm not convinced about that statement but I'll give you chance to explain.

 

[Annmarie]

Thanks guys for talking the time to help me out. I really appreciate and will take your advice.