What is Difference Between Tubular Tyre and Tubeless Tyre

Tubular tires – also known as sew-up tires – are a combination of tire and tube all in one. The tube is sewed inside the tire casing, hence the term sew-up tire. Tubular tires are affixed to a bike rim with glue.

Tubeless tires are a style of tire which interfaces directly with a special type of bike rim – a tubeless rim – to create a seal, and no inner tube is required. There is a liquid sealant which is used to create a strong juncture between the tubeless tire and the rim.

difference between tube tyre and tubeless tyre

The traditional tyre comes with tube which is placed between the wheel rim and the tyre. Why the tube is placed there? This tube is filled with air. So, the inflated tubes help the tyres to be in shape and hold the weight of the vehicle. This type of tyre has been used till date for almost all types of vehicles. But, due to some drawbacks, the tubeless tyre is replacing the normal ones and gaining popularity among drivers.

Difference Between Tubular Tyre and Tubeless Tyre

Sr. no.	Tubular Tyre	Tubeless Tyre
1.	Components: Tyre, Tube with Valve and Rim.	The inner tube is integral within the tyre, known as Innerliner. The valve is permanently fixed to the rim. THE ASSEMBLY IS AIRTIGHT.
2.	Instant air leakage after getting punctured. The air under pressure finds a way between the tube, tyre and through the rim hole.	In case of a puncture, loss of air is very slow, since air can escape only through the narrow gap made by the penetration of a nail.
3.	In case of normal tyres, the tube burst like a balloon and it causes rapid deflation. Driver can lose control and can cause accidents.	Better Safety – less chances of accidents due to sudden air leakage
4.	In case of a puncture of tubed tyre, it will require professional help.	Repair of tubeless tyre puncture is pretty simple and can be done on ones own with the help of a puncture kit
5.	Tube tyres got damaged frequently due to its friction with the tyre wall and inner tube. Besides, it also generated immense heat.	In tubeless tyre, air comes in direct contact with the rim. So, lesser heat is produced. Thus, the longevity of your tyres is increased.
6.	Weight is More	Tubeless tyres weigh less when compared to a tube-type tyre of the same size and shape.
7.	Maintenance cost is More	Reduced cost of labor and maintenance
8.	Tube tyre is not fuel-friendly because they are heavier.	Tubeless tyre is fuel-friendly. As there is no tube, it is lightweight and therefore, fuel efficient.