KENDA Expands Tire Portfolio from Endurance Road to E-Bike and XC

KENDA is expanding its high-performance bicycle tire portfolio with four key products — the K1301 VELORA, E-VENTURE K1271E, K1276 KNIGHT and K1298E DAGGER — covering endurance road, urban E-Bikes, cargo applications, fat-tire E-Bikes and demanding XC riding.

For long-distance road riding, the K1301 VELORA features a dual-layer puncture protection structure. According to KENDA, puncture resistance has been improved by 35% compared with the previous generation, helping reduce the risk of flats on extended rides. Its dual-compound construction balances comfort, support and road feel, while the tread pattern is optimized for wet conditions and cornering. The tire supports both tube-type and tubeless setups and is compatible with Hooked and Hookless rims. For Hookless applications, tire pressure should be set according to ETRTO guidelines.

Targeting the rapidly growing E-Bike market, the E-VENTURE K1271E is designed for sporty E-Bikes, urban commuting and cargo bikes. Its multi-layer construction combines high-performance tread rubber, a protective base layer and crack-resistant sidewall rubber to deliver efficient rolling, dependable grip and long-term durability. The entire range is ECE-R75 certified and features reflective sidewalls. The standard E-VENTURE uses a 3.5 mm under-tread protection layer, while E-VENTURE+ adds a nylon breaker for enhanced puncture resistance. The E-VENTURE CARGO uses a reinforced heavy-duty casing with a maximum load capacity of up to 200 kg per tire.

For fat-tire E-Bikes, the K1276 KNIGHT features a wide 20×4.5 profile, 30 TPI casing and wire-bead construction. Large, aggressive tread knobs provide confident traction on both paved and unpaved surfaces, making it suitable for commuting, leisure riding and light off-road use.

At the performance end of the range, the K1298E DAGGER is developed for E-MTB and demanding XC riding. Efficient center knobs support fast rolling, while aggressive cornering knobs and strategically placed siping enhance grip on hardpack, loose-over-hard, rocky and wet terrain. Combining low rolling resistance, lightweight efficiency and precise control, the DAGGER was also recognized with a 2026 TAIPEI CYCLE d&i Award, highlighting KENDA’s ongoing innovation in modern XC tire development.