K-ARMOR
The all new level of protection
K-Armor is a proprietary casing material technology developed by Kenda for superior puncture protection and rolling resistance. The super light-weight material features a tighter weave than traditional puncture breakers while being lighter overall. Additionally, in production its manufacturing characteristics are superior than existing materials resulting in stronger tires. K-Armor also contributes to the incredibly low rolling resistance values found on the Valkyrie Pro road tires.
ENdurance 1 (E1)
Maximum protection for minimum added weight
The pinnacle of dual layer flat protection, the Endurance 1 is Kenda’s highest protection level, taking the bead to bead Aramid protection of Iron Cloak on a 120tpi casing and then topping it off with another layer of Iron Cloak at the tread area. The true double layer Aramid protection at the tread with a single layer guarding the sidewalls will protect for mile after mile.
Endurance 2 (E2)
The original Endurance dual layer flat protection
Featuring the Iron Cloak bead to bead protection and 120tpi casing offered in the E1 level tires we have topped it off with the K-Shield flat protection under tread to offer additional puncture resistance plus additional mileage for your ride.
endurance 3 (E3)
Optimum puncture protection for commuters
The performance level dual layer flat protection for city, urban, and trekking tires. We have laid an Iron Cap puncture belt across the 60tpi casing for full tire protection and topped it off with the same K-Shield from the Endurance 2 level tire for additional tread life and flat resistance.
IRON CLOAK (IC)
Kenda's best puncture resistant material, a blend of Aramid fibers, is laid up on the tire casing from bead to bead. Not only does this provide puncture protection underneath the tread of the tire, but it also reinforces the tire side walls minimizing slashes or tears; with a minimal addition to the overall tire weight.
IRON CLOAK BELT (ICB)
A thin strip of advanced lightweight puncture protection
A breaker of one of Kenda’s best puncture resistant materials, Iron Cloak, is built in directly underneath the tread rubber only, for protection and minimal weight. Iron Cloak Belt lets you rest assured that your tires are durable, but light and super supple for the ultimate in riding performance.
K-SHIELD (KS)
Kenda's first line of defense - since 1995
A layer of light, flexible rubber containing aramid and ceramic particles inside the tire under the tread area only. Designed to prevent punctures and increase tire life.
K-Shield Plus (KS+)
We increased the thickness of the K-Shield to 3 mm to create the best balance of flat proof and maintaining great ride quality. For anyone looking to go that extra mile.
IRON CAP (ICAP)
Versatile urban tire defense
A layer of material that runs from bead to bead under the tread to prevent flats. IRON CAP combines some of the technology from the high-end IRON CLOAK material without all the added cost.
IRON CAP BELT (ICAPB)
Urban defense where it's needed most
Utilizing the same protective material that is in the full Iron Cap protection but limited to just under the tread surface, offering added puncture protection at minimal cost and weight addition.
CASING ADDED PROTECTION
CAP or CAP PLY as it has been referred to is an added layer of material under the tread area that runs from bead to bead. Generally used in Kenda Premium Downhill tires as a puncture resistant material designed to prevent pinch flats.
LIGHT GRAVITY CASING (LGC)
Tubeless ready casing reinforced for enduro and downhill
Complete tire protection for enduro and downhill racing. A super supple 120tpi casing that is sheathed with 3-pieces of casing and optimized for tubeless ready (TLR) performance. The sidewalls are further supported with a butyl insert for strength and pinch flat resistance. Resulting in a lightweight tire for whatever trail you want to race down.
KENDA SIDEWALL CASING TECHNOLOGY (KSCT)
Tubeless and tough
Kenda sidewall casing technology is the optimization of existing Kenda tire construction technologies. Allowing for a tire to maximize the benefits of fluid based sealants while also increasing the strength of sidewalls for resistance to slices and abrasion.
Tubeless Race (TR)
Kenda’s lightest tubeless solution
Tubeless Race is the lightest tubeless ready version tire Kenda offers. Utilizing a modified bead shape for better tubeless sealing and performance while offering the lightest sidewall available. When it’s race day, make it Tubeless Race.
downhill casing (DHC)
The DHC begins with an added layer of the woven CAP ply under the tread that also covers the sidewalls of the tire down to the bead. This is further reinforced by including butyl inserts above the bead for extra sidewall stability, rim protection, and reducing the chance of pinch flats.
E-Mountain casing (EMC)
EMC is the first tire casing on the market specially designed to meet the requirements of e-mountain bikes. Thanks to a reinforced ply of woven fabric and additional layer of puncture protection, every tire with EMC casing is more durable and provides more control and grip than any other standard MTB standard tire. ECE-R75 certified and approved for usage on e-bikes up to 50 km/h.