Smart ENVE System (SES) Tire Compatibility

Models: SES 2.2, SES 3.4, SES 5.6, SES 7.8, SES Disc Wheel

Tubeless Rim Type: Hooked-Bead
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes
Inner Rim Width Dimension: 18-20.5mm
Aero Optimized Tire Size Recommendation: 25mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: 23mm to 32mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: 120psi

There are no limitations on tire compatibility with these wheel models. Your ENVE SES wheels may be set up and run with inner-tubes and non-tubeless tires or tubeless (TL) and tubeless ready (TLR) tires alike. We recommend the use of a Tubeless (TL) or Tubeless Ready (TLR) 700x25c tire set up tubeless to maximize aerodynamics, rolling resistance, crosswind stability, and your ride experience.

Non-Tubeless Setup (i.e. I want to run inner-tubes) – Each ENVE SES wheelset is delivered with one roll of RED, model specific, ENVE tested and approved tubeless rim tape. This tape should be installed regardless of whether you intend to run your wheels tubeless or not. Do not run cloth or plastic (including ENVE) non-tubeless compatible rim tape or strips. Plastic rim strips and cloth tapes are too thick, bridge the drop-center rim channel, and will make installation and removal of tires extremely difficult. Click here for our tubeless tape installation video.

Cotton and/or Natural Fiber Sidewall Tires – ENVE does NOT RECOMMEND the use of cotton or natural fiber sidewall non-tubeless tires with ENVE SES wheelsets for everyday use. These tires are intended for high-performance racing applications only. If you choose to run these tires, please inspect your tires after each ride for cuts, tears, and any signs of abrasion and/or wear in the sidewall and at the location of the rim/tire interface. If any wear and/or damage is identified, replace before riding. Riders who choose to run tires with cotton or natural fiber sidewalls do so at their own risk.

For a more optimized setup please visit our Tire Pressure charts to dial in your tire pressure.

Smart ENVE System AR (SES AR) Tire Compatibility

Models: SES 3.4 AR, SES 4.5 AR

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire
Inner Rim Width Dimension: 25mm
Aero Optimized Tire Size Recommendation: 27-28mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: ≥ 27mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: 80psi/5.5bar (28mm tire), 67psi/4.6bar (32mm tire)

Use tires listed as “Approved/Recommended” only with SES AR road wheelsets. For tires listed as “Not Approved/Incompatible” we are working with the tire manufacturers so changes can be made to move tires on to the “Approved/Recommended” list. If a tire you would like to run is not listed, it does not mean that it is incompatible. Rather, we have not tested it yet. In the situation that you choose to run a tire that is not on the “Approved/Recommended” list, you do so at your own risk.

Please refer to our tire pressure recommendation chart for SES 3.4 AR and SES 4.5 AR (25mm Internal Rim Width) wheelsets and never exceed air pressure of 80psi/5.5bar for 28c, and 67psi/4.6bar for 32c.

Approved/Recommended

Not Approved/Incompatible Tires

Any Tube-Type/Non-Tubeless Tire

Continental GP5000 TL – 28mm

Hutchinson Sector 32 – 32mm

Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance 11Storm – 28mm

Hutchinson Fusion 5 All Season 11Storm – 28mm

Mavic Yksion Pro UST – 28mm

Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR – 28mm

Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR – 32mm

Specialized S-Works Turbo 2Bliss Ready – 28mm

Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR (Tan Sidewall) – 32mm

G Series Tire Compatibility

Models: G23 (700c), G27 (650b)

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire
Inner Rim Width Dimension: G23=23mm, G27=27mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: G23 ≥ 28mm, G27 ≥ 42mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: G23 = 60psi/4.1bar (32mm tire), G27 = 40psi/2.75bar (42mm tire)

Please note that the internal rim width of the G23 is 23mm and intended for use with tubeless ready tires ≥ 28mm with 40mm tires being the primary focus of the design. The G27 features a 27mm internal width that is intended for pairing with tires ≥ 42mm with 55mm/2.0” tires being the target tire width for this rim.

Due to the straight sidewall/hookless design of this rim and inherent high volume design, it is important to understand that not all tires are created equal and for that reason one should pay special attention to the pressure ratings of both the tire and the rim.

G23 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 32MM TIRE = 60psi/4.1bar
G27 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 42MM TIRE = 40psi/2.75bar

IN THE CASE THAT TIRE AND RIM MAX PRESSURES ARE DIFFERENT. THE LOWER OF THE TWO PRESSURES BECOMES THE DEFAULT MAX PRESSURE FOR THE SYSTEM.

THE MAX PRESSURE RATING FOR EACH RIM WILL DECREASE AS YOUR TIRE VOLUME/SIZE INCREASES. REFER TO RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE CHART.

For a more optimized setup please visit our Tire Pressure charts to dial in your tire pressure.

Mountain Tire Compatibility

Models: M525, M630, M635, M640, M685, M730, M735, M735E, M930, AM30

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire

Inner Rim Width Dimension:

M525 = 25mm
AM30, M630, M730, M930 = 30mm
M635, M735, M735 E = 35mm
M640 = 40mm
M685 = 85mm

Tire Size Range Suggestions:

M525 = 2.1”–2.4”
AM30, M630, M730, M930 = 2.3”–2.6”
M635, M735, M735 E = 2.5”–2.8”
M640 = 2.8”–3.2”
M685 = 3.8″–4.5”

For a more optimized setup and ride experience please visit our M Series Tire Pressure Chart to dial in your tire pressure.