How wide of a tire can you fit on a Decathlon Triban bike? We try 700x35, 700x38 and 700x40 tires!

[@rodrigomonteromiguez6684]

Omg I can’t believe I found this, I’ve been looking for months thank you

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No problem. It's been one of the most common questions we've received about the Triban so we're glad we could finally answer it.

[@DharmS]

Really detailed and most valuable information you provided and clear my all the queries and easy to understand too. Really appreciate your help and support and your efforts you put in to this video. I have booked Trek Domane AL 3 so I am planning to upgrade tyres 700*35 thanks again man for help me to pick the one.❤😁👍🙏

[@b4f495]

keep doing rc120 content please, a lot of us have this bike!

[@karasekjh]

A tip for putting on new tires. Use soapy water EDIT: Liquid soap worked better for me. for beads and rims. Inflate the wheel above the maximum pressure (half a bar or more) and then reduce the pressure to the optimum inflation. As a result, the tire will be equally seated throughout the rim and will not ripple from side to side, up and down.

[@Phonamana]

Thank you "The Sweetest Cyclist" for this video and showing us what size tires we can put on a Triban RC 520! I really appreciate it! I just got my bike yesterday and I haven't ridden it yet. It was too cold for us here in Florida...haha! I was actually looking at videos on KZbin about upgrading to a wider tire on any bike and I was surprised to find your video and it was for the Triban RC 520. I didn't know before if I could put bigger tires onto the same rim. I thought I might have to buy the rims to do it. I am so happy you put together this video and showed us we could put bigger tires on the stock wheels. My last bike was a Schwinn Varsity 1250 that I paid about $200 and I rode it for over 26,000 miles in the last 6 years. It has 36 mm tires on it. I've hit sugar sand a few times before and thought I was going to eat it. I am not too fond of the 28s that come with the Triban but, I bought the bike because I read that I could put on wider tires. I did ride my new Triban RC 520 yesterday just in front of my house and I didn't feel stable on it at all. It's going to take me some time to get used to it. First off, where the brakes are. I had flat handle bars before and the brake levers were right there. In the 80's I rode a Benoto Bike with the hand brakes below and on top. I was looking for the top ones yesterday from old habits. The brakes didn't seem they stopped the bike too well. I am not sure if I have to adjust them or if they have to be broken in. My Schwinn rim brakes stop the bike better than the Triban it seemed. I can see the Triban is going to give me more Aero for sure so, I am happy about that. I am looking forward to my next headwind challenge to see if it does! Thank you so much for the video! I did subscribe to your channel and I will take a look at your upcoming and other videos later! Happy Trails!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks for sharing, I'm glad the video could help. It was a question a lot of people had asked after our initial RC520 review. If you've been riding flat handlebars for a long time, transitioning to drop bars can be a bit of a challenge but it is definitely worth it in the end.

[@TheJonesy10]

If anybody is interested - I have fitted 650b wheels on my Triban RC500 with 45mm tyres and they are great. They are Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M tyres. (I originally tried 650x47 tyres but these were too big).

[@TheSweetCyclists]

That's great to hear! Thanks for posting that, there have been a lot of questions about 650b wheels. I imagine the ride has to be very supple now with that large of a tire.

[@dudenomad]

How are the new 650b tyres? Does the lower bottom bracket cause problems with pedaling?

[@TheJonesy10]

@@dudenomad the total wheel+tyre diameter is really not that much different to my regular 700c wheels, so I can’t really notice a difference in the BB height - so no I have not had any problems so far. The thick 650b tyres with low pressure are a joy to ride!

[@dudenomad]

@@TheJonesy10 I can imagine. I've been planning to do the same to my rc500 for a while now. Thanks for the prompt reply.

[@josefhanulik]

What 650b wheels do you have? I'm especially interested about width of your rims because 45mm tires are ok on 17c but maybe not on 19c, 21c, etc. I'd like to go for 42mm on 650b.

[@christooss]

If anyone is interested I just installed, it was a pain in a butt, KENDA Flintridge Elite 700x40c which have as much if not even a tiny bit more clearance than Touareg in the video!

[@gnooy13mdfk]

can you give more dets? :) stock rims, tubeless? any issuss with mud vs clearance?

[@WheelersAtLarge]

Fitted Cinturato M at 35mm and ran the Triban RC500 as a gravel bike for a few months, it worked really well 👍

[@RFRAUL]

how is it so far btw?

[@joseitriago7672]

thank you for doing this test for us.- very grateful

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No worries. I'm glad the video is able to help people.

[@carloramirez5246]

Great comparison, was really looking for this one. :)

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Hope it was helpful - we had a lot of questions about this. It was really surprising to find that the 700x40 tires even fit.

[@flocheman]

An issue that can occur is during a ride when it's raining, on off-roads paths with mud and leaves, it can get stuck easily ! NOt enough clearance for them to get away by themselves. Another problem is the size of your shoes haha, if you are a Size 45EU, you will touch the front tire while riding. Above 36 is suitable for Spring/Summer rides, but during Autumn/Winter in Belgium, it rains a lot with a great amount of mud and leaves on the roads.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good point. I could definitely see the 700x38 / 700x40 tires getting caked in mud and debris.

[@prathaps848]

The flex on wide tyres is more..so possible contact in chain stay esp for 38-40mm on wet dirt

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good point. Wider tires + mud will also end up clumping up more at the seat stays due the reduced clearance.

[@Carmion93]

I have panaracer graveling ss 700x38c and im happy 😀😀

[@mariuszkijowski2180]

So simple and so helpful video. Take you very much!

[@safot]

Очень долго ждал такое классное видео-сравнение

[@yuraer]

Thank you for your test. Decathlon declares 700x35 is max suitable tyre

[@hav187]

Thanks for the video, it helped me alot.

[@semih0803]

thanks for this video man, was looking exactly for these infos

[@esenkucuk6606]

Got all the answer I was looking for. That's how an informative video should be. Great work. Thanks!

[@innlabuniversidadicesi5148]

I bought the tuaregs for my 520... But i am not sure about the inner tubes. Could you recommend some for the 700x40 tuareg?

[@marcuswong1797]

i would be careful with the 40c tires. Even if it fits while stationary, once you get a small pebble or in muddy conditions then you wont have much space and can lead to accidents. Unless you are ridding in perfect conditions or on flat paved roads, you might wanna rethink the 40c

[@TheSweetCyclists]

We agree, the tires fit and ride well but don't allow for much space for mud/debris. If you've ever broken a spoke on a ride you'll know that having a little extra clearance for "wobbling" means you can at least make it back home.

[@JeanFrancoisDesrosiers]

Exactly. And when seriously pushing on pedals, if you have light alu wheels (upgrades), the flex of the wheel makes the tire rub on frame. I talk from experience.

[@Amir-cu4qp]

Very nice, thanks for making the video, great comparison

[@gon4a9]

Very helpful video, thanks a lot!

[@geoffersmaher]

Will be getting one of these myself. Cannot beat the spec for the money! So this is useful info. I work at a decathlon so we also get a little kick back. I was also going to mess around with a 27.5 wheelset for bike packing maybe to see how big I can go. Keep up the good work, an more 520 vids haha, you have a new subscriber.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The RC 520 is definitely a great deal for the money. Definitely buy one if you can - they are out of stock in most places! Leave a comment here if you do end up swapping in some 27.5 wheels - it would be great to know if you can go even wider with them,

[@oniinside123]

@@TheSweetCyclists I'd like to know about the 650b setup as well :)

[@roland2923]

Hello Guys! Lovely video, thank you for the recommandation, I'm very excited to ride gravel with this bike, albeit I have trouble installing the tyres. Do you have any suggestions for a 700x40c Hutchinson Override? Thank you4

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Installing tires on the stock Triban wheelset can be quite difficult. If you're doing a tubeless setup I'd recommend patience and soapy water to help it set. There are also tools called "tire setters" that we ended up using on our Triban - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXrJmnmLiLJqiNEfeature=shared

[@riccardoolivani2061]

Hi there! Nice helpful video! Which are your stock wheel dimensions? Mine are 700x17c

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks! Yes, these are the same 700x17c stock wheels. As most people will recommend, you should consider upgrading the wheelset to something a little wider and easier to use. It is very difficult to install or remove tires from the Triban wheelset.

[@lennymclean.]

Run 38's or 40's on my CAADX. I think I could get 42's in there but I like having a couple of mm clearance in case I get a buckled wheel - which hasn't happened yet!

[@AQUPAS]

I own an RC 500 and got a brand new pair of Vittoria Terreno 700x38C rubber I might whip on to hit some grav

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Definitely give it a try, the more aggressive tires make gravel riding quite fun.

[@earl9378]

how did those work?

[@moklys]

Thank you, super video!

[@Arjuniest]

Can I use the same tube that came with it for all these tires?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I did in this video, but for the really wide 700x40 tires or wider you'll want a tube that is rated to fill that large of a tire. The allowable tire size range is usually printed on the inner tube - you don't want to push it too far beyond that range.

[@zebacho]

Thank you! This Is all I needed!

[@bamdirect8099]

Good job, I will share it. Thanks 🤗🤗🤗

[@marekmarkowski9571]

Conti Speedride 700x42 fit as well

[@janwillemfransens1177]

I'm considering buying the RC500 and upgrade it with more wider tyres,. Is the RC500 comparable with the 520?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I believe so, the RC520 and RC500 should have the same tire clearance as they appear to share the same frame.

[@dann5480]

Hello, could you please tell me what the outside width of the rim is? I know internal width is 17mm but I want to know the outside dimensions. Thanks. Sorry for the bad english.

[@nicobuenapersona]

Thank you. Great work

[@Jean-jk4zv]

Thx we had one laying in the garage for 2 years, I swapped the handle bar With a larger one and was wondering what tire size I could try for a more supple riding experience, looks like I'll go 40 front 38 back max, it will improve from 30 front and rear😇

[@diedrino]

Thank you so so much! Really helpful, now I know I can try wider tires on mi rc 500! Did you find it difficult to change the tire? I saw you said so in the description, was wandering how difficult and if you needed metal prying tools or if it is possibile with plastic ones! Thank you

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Glad the video could help. I was able to get away with plastic levers + a channel lock (grab the tire and bend them backward carefully) to pry the factory tires off. They seem to be glued on so it was a struggle to get the side walls to pull off enough to put a tire lever in them.

[@diedrino]

@@TheSweetCyclists than you so much for this info, I’ll make sure to remove the tire at least once before my first ride so that I don’t have to struggle on the road

[@Laennec568]

Are the tires showed in the video mounted tubeless ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

These were mounted with tubes just to illustrate the different tire sizes. The stock Triban wheels are tubeless ready, so they could all be set up as tubeless.

[@sjdjdb2678]

If its a struggle to put the 40mm on, would it work better by changing the wheel set? Would the tire clearance be enough for example with Mavic Allroad S and Pirelli cinturato 40mm

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, the stock Triban wheelset is very difficult to mount any tire on. I have actually swapped in a set of Mavic Allroad on my bike which are lighter and more responsive.

[@PVAPlayy]

Great breakdown!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Appreciate it!

[@saikat0511]

was this done on the stock 17c rims? If so any difficulties mounting the 40c tire? I am confused between 37c and 40c tires...

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, this was all done with the narrow stock wheels. The Triban wheels are very difficult to work with, so it takes some patience to get the tires to fully seat. I'd highly recommend swapping out the wheels to something lighter and easier to work with.

[@rehakproduction]

Hi! Appreciate the video, since there is not that much on youtube on the RC520. Quick question - what size inner tubes did you use for the 38' tires? Would it be okay to use the stock inner tubes?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Great question. Inner tubes are actually rated for different sizes, so if you do go wider you might need wider inner tubes. I can't recall what the stock inner tubes are, but they are typically 18-25mm. That said, you can still run the more narrow tubes on the wider tires but they will be more prone to flats as they will be stretched out more.

[@Laennec568]

Hello have you tested with stock tubes ?

[@snufflingsnail]

Did you change the presta valves? Or use the same? If you used the same what size is the stock valve?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I used the same tubes. In general tubes have a printed range of tire sizes they can work with.

[@kunalhindocha]

Did you do something about the wobble, did you fix it finally and what fixed it

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I eventually just swapped out the wheelset for a set of Mavic Allroads, the stock Triban wheels are just very difficult to mount tires on. You should be able to find cheap disc wheelsets on the second hand market that are much easier to work with for tire installation and removal.

[@kunalhindocha]

@@TheSweetCyclists so all that changing tyres didn't fix the wobble? Or were you able to seat some tyres properly and some not. Basically my question is is changing the wheelset the only option or seating the tyre properly fixes the wobble?

[@abdulrazzaq3841]

Thank you!

[@cyphercnan]

Nice. I have triban rc 100 flat bar. Will it be possible to swap tyre from 700*32 to 700*35 considering its not disc brake as yours?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

With a rim brake setup, you're width limitation will likely be the brake calipers themselves. We don't have a rim brake option to verify though - but you can take a ruler / caliper to see how much space you have inside the caliper / bottom bracket area. Let us know if you try some wider tires though - I'm sure other people would be interested to know.

[@chuckyfox9284]

Did you try it? If so did it work?

[@binoardev]

Hi! Are you using the same wheelset for all the tires. I'm asking because the triban comes with a 17 x 622 wheel or rims. Isn't that to skinny for a 38 or 40 mm tires. Thanks

[@TheSweetCyclists]

For this video - yes it is on the stock wheels. You are correct, the 17x622 + 700x40 tires is not a great combination (according to www.sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html 700x37 is the conservative limit for these wheels). I would recommend upgrading the wheels for those who want to ride that wide of a tire or stick with 700x35s (personally I've gone back to the 700x28 Sector 28 tires).

[@binoardev]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks for the advise. At the moment I’ve replaced my 28mm to a 32mm and quite happy for now.

[@charlesblur4765]

Hi, I can't fit the 38 override's on my triban rc500, it getting impossible when I try the fit last part of the bead also I try with small metal levers but it won't work, how do you fit the 38 one, did you use any special tools for this? Thanks for this great content by the way.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I didn't use anything special, just some patience and tire levers. You should try leaving the tires in the sun to warm up, that may help them expand a bit. There some larger tire levers you can use, but I'd recommend using caution if you have an inner tube as it's easy to puncture the tube while installing the tire.

[@diogoraimundo2174]

@@TheSweetCyclists maybe some lub can help

[@juanjavierm]

38 tire will not fit on a stock Triban RC 500 wheelset, according to Decathlon. Maximum allowed is 36. With 38 you are at risk of tyre popping out of the rim if driving on mud or puddles. In order to install 700x38 tyres, you should change the wheelset.

[@doomer8949]

@@juanjavierm you don't need to do that. These wheels will fit up to 40mm in size with no issues.

[@heavyd9154]

i love the 700/35c on my triban500

[@KoenMiseur]

Good video, I wouldn't put a 40 on them though, yes they fit but if you go and ride in some mud it's gonna clog at the seatstays, those few mm's aren't enough to clear the mud.

[@tejasarya88]

what do u call those orange stripes which u have put on bar ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Sharp eye! When we had the bar tape replaced the local shop used some orange electrical tape at the edges. It matches pretty well with the orange accents on the seat stays. Definitely recommend upgrading the bar tape and using some color matching tape to add some color to the bike.

[@ivanobovolenta4528]

Great video!

[@vitalikkk3]

Could you make the same video but with road tubeless tires comparison please?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Most of the Hutchinson tires are 'Tubeless Ready' and can also be run tubeless. I wouldn't expect the overall tire clearance issue to change though as the tires will fit the same way. We have a video converting the Triban RC520 to a tubeless Hutchinson Sector 28 tires - as long as you use rim tap and don't overtighten the valve it goes smoothly.

[@dravnr88]

Great video, i tryed to fit 700x40 hutchinson Touareg on my triban but i had a lot of trouble during the setup with the tube, than, i try to make a tubeless ready conversion and i didn't have any problems with the tyre. Did you have any problems.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Were you having issues with the tire side walls dipping into the rim? We definitely had that issue but with the use of a 'Tire Seating' tool were able to get it to mount properly.

[@gnooy13mdfk]

any issues with everyday ride?

[@jeajeek8440]

what about Triban RC 120 road bike?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I don't have a Triban RC 120 to directly test it, but as far as I can tell the RC 520 and 120 use the same frame so I think the conclusions should be the same.

[@jasonstainer919]

What about testing 650b wheels and tyres?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I didn't test it here, but someone in the comments did reply saying 650b did workout without rubbing.

[@zmuzzy101]

How wide is the gap between the chain stays? Thanks.

[@iagogonzalezalvarez]

How wide + mudguards? Override 38mm (1'5") + mudguards?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good question. We haven't actually installed mud guards so I'm not sure how the fitment would work. I would guess most mudguards shouldn't affect the tire clearance much - but just need to be as wide as the tires to be effective.

[@atacorbillel]

Hi Did you need to change the original wheels to fit bigger tires for ur experiment?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No, this was all done with the stock Triban wheels.

[@yakushiyo4160]

The bike looks sooo clean without the logo. How did you remove it? 🤔

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The logo is still there, I didn't remove it. The blue color scheme of the RC 520 has a very subtle 'Triban' and Decathlon logos so most people don't know what it is until you tell them.

[@jonimarkolay]

Hi did you change the inner tube as well each time you increase the size ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good question. We didn't in the video - but to avoid flats you should use a tube that matches the tire size range. Using the stock inner tube on a 700x38 tire means the inner tube will be stretched out more which makes punctures more likely.

[@jonimarkolay]

Wow thanks .. what inner tube size are you using ? It can stretch from 28 to 40 ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It depends on each tube and will be printed on the packaging. For example, Specialized offers a lot of sizes on their website www.specialized.com/us/en/standard-presta-valve-tube/p/156229?color=229141-156229&searchText=030-01302.

[@WakizashiSabre]

I guess this is RC Triban? Seems that gravel specific can fit wider tires.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

From my understanding, the "Gravel" version just has a different paint job, tires (700x35 Override Tires) + handlebar. Both versions of the bike have the same fork and frame, so clearance should be identical. That means you can buy the standard version and convert it to the gravel version, aside from the paint job pretty easily.

[@WakizashiSabre]

@@TheSweetCyclists though that gravel 520 has actually 40mm tires

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@WakizashiSabre Are you referring to the Gravel LTD version? It looks like the LTD 2 actually have 700x42 WTB tires which is pretty impressive.

[@WakizashiSabre]

@@TheSweetCyclists It is possible. I checked more models so i am little confused by a lot. Not sure if that 1by LTD is not actually 650b - there is for sure ordinary model with APEX groupset on Deca page. Here in Czech all is sold tho... I have not found bike I would like 100 even in 2x price tag, so though I would go with this universal, but cheap basic one. Too bad for me...

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@WakizashiSabre Unfortunately most of Decathlon bike have been sold out for the last year. Hopefully things approve.

[@MdBoj-n2v]

How high is the price of the first one?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

See 00:39 for the retail prices of the tires. As with most bike tires, you should be able to find them on sale for a bit cheaper than retail if you shop around.

[@mariobarba5369]

Do you know if Chaoyang Gravel AT 700x38 (622-40 ERTO) fits in triban RC500?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

We don't have an RC500 on hand to confirm it, but it appears to have the same frame as the RC520 so I don't see why it wouldn't fit. Even the "gravel" version of the RC520 has 700x36 tires so 700x38 should have plenty of space.

[@mariobarba5369]

@@TheSweetCyclists my question is about the 622-40 ERTRO

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@mariobarba5369 Yes, I believe that ETRTO size is compatible. Tire sizes can be confusing, but 622-40 should approximately translate to a 700x40C size. The stock Triban wheelset is 700c and should support upto 700x40 sizes. Note, you should use the widest 700x40 size with caution as mud / debris may get clogged in the frame.

[@kaushikvemala3095]

I have 700cx35c tyre.. I need more width..which tyre is recommended?

[@genefrankle1]

Just to be clear, do i need to change the stock wheels or i can fit 700x38 tires on it? I think 700x38 is the way to go, just gives you that little bit of extra space for mud and other stuff that gets on the tires when you ride.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

All the tires shown in the video are on the stock wheels, you don't need to change anything.

[@genefrankle1]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks!

[@Laennec568]

Does this worked with stock tubes ? Thank you

[@martinreed9264]

Did you have problems putting the 40mm tyres? I’m trying to fit Schwalbe g-one all round and it seems too tight. Have looked at easy fit tips but nothing is working at the moment

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The Hutchinson tires all installed pretty easily as they have soft side walls. There are a lot of simple tricks you can use - soapy water, leave the tires in the sun or gently using tire levers to get the last piece on.

[@martinreed9264]

@@TheSweetCyclists thanks for getting back to me. Were you using the standard rims on the bike and did you use tubes or were they tubeless? Just ordered the 40mm and whilst slower, hoping for an endurance / comfort advantage running at a higher pressure.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

These are the standard wheels with a tubed setup. The stock Triban wheels are supposed to be tubeless ready though so you can set them up tubeless.@@martinreed9264

[@sonamaralol6321]

@@martinreed9264 Did you succeed in fitting the Schwalbe g-one allround 40mm? I'd like to get this one as well if it fits or which one did you end up going for?

[@rockford016]

whats your recommended tire pressure when using 700x40 tires to be used on gravel? thanks!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

That is a controversial question to ask. There are a lot of different theories on the ideal tire pressure. I would start by starting with ~10 psi less than the max tire pressure for the tire you use. The lower pressure you go - the more grip off road but softer ride (if you go too low, you will ride on the rim itself). Higher pressure means stiffer but faster on pavement. I believe many people air them down for off-road, then pump them up for commuting/hard roads.

[@rockford016]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks a lot! I'll take note of that. 👍

[@13ballom]

I had a question regarding the wobble on your rear wheel. Do your spokes break often on this bicycle? Does the rim go out of true often? Is this is sturdy wheelset for riding on rough roads?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I haven't had any issues with it, it just seems slightly out of true. The stock wheels/tires are quite heavy and it can be difficult to mount tires on stock wheels so you may want to budget for an upgrade if you want to improve the performance of the bike.

[@mtaufikh_]

hey bro, i have a question i have rims 700c and tire 700 x 23c, and i want to up from 700 x 23c to 700 x 35c, is that possible? thanks

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It depends on the inner width of your wheels. I'd recommend checking out Sheldon's tire size chart - www.sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html. If you have 700x23 tires right now that might mean your wheels are a 622x15 (15mm inner width) which means 700x35 is possible but pushing it. The risk of a wide tire on a narrow rim is sidewall or rim damage

[@mtaufikh_]

Thanks bro, very helpful

[@ss53072]

How did you fit that 700x40 tire can you do that video it seems impossible

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yea, the Triban wheels are very difficult to get the tires to mount on. Off camera we had to spend a lot of time pulling and adjusting the tires to get the beads to mount. I'd recommend taking your time (soapy water, tire lever tool, inflating to max pressure) or thinking about some upgraded wider wheels.

[@ticadavid6311]

Hey do you think this applies also for the Triban RC120 disc?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

We don't have an RC 120 to confirm, but as far as I can tell the RC 120 and RC 520 use the same frame so the tire clearance should be the same.

[@ticadavid6311]

@@TheSweetCyclists thank you! 😁

[@johnbarry7573]

@@TheSweetCyclists ​ @Tica David Hey..Do they really have the same frame? I'm thinking of purchasing the triban 120..but I also want to use the bike off road, but not really heavily uphill. I plan to change the tires to a gravel bike tires. I hope this works. :) Let me know what you think and if it works. :)

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@johnbarry7573 I'm not a 100% sure, but they look identical from photos. The RC 520 or 120 are great options, I would lean toward the 520 as the Shimano 105 drivetrain is worth the upgrade. That said, both bikes will do great climbing, you just have to use the gears and keep your cadence up.

[@ZeltereX]

Recently ordered this bike and planning to change to a 700x35 tyres. Do i still need to change the inner tube? And if I do, do you still need to change the wheelset too? Thanks in advance!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

You don't have to replace the wheelset/inner tube - but using a larger inner tube designed for 700x35 tires is recommended (the stock one fits but it is more stretched out on the larger tire). Upgrading the wheelset to something with a wider inner tire will give you better performance and reduce chances of flats though but that's something you can do if you get more serious about gravel/off road riding.

[@ZeltereX]

@@TheSweetCyclists Ahh got it. Thank you!

[@kangmi26]

What type of Triban ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

This is for a Triban RC 520, but the other Triban disc bikes should have equivalent compatibility.

[@inxlee]

Could I check what was the internal width of your rims? Thank you!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The wheels are the stock Triban wheels that Decathlon sells the bike with. Per the specs they are 17c which isn't particularly wide. That's why we'd recommend switching to wheel with wider internal width if you want to run 35+ tires.

[@OF1C14L1]

Will this be the same for the RC 120 disc road bike?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, I believe the frames are the same for both disc bikes. Main difference are the components as the RC 520 has the Shimano 105 drivetrain.

[@andremasca1]

Hi all! I love my Triban RC500 but I am experiencing real problems trying to change their stock tyres. So far, I have tryed Vittoria Rubino Pro 700x25 and Maxxis Re-fuse 700x28 (this one bought in a Decathlon store here in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where I leave) and none of them have fit! Every bicycle mechanic that I ask for advice say they have never experienced something like this! Would you tell me if this hutchinson are easy do fit on Decathlon's stock tubeless ready rims? As I am in Brazil and we don't have too much options of tyres here nowadays, I would also be pleased to know which other brands of tyres can be more easily fit on those rims... My cycling routine is more on road than gravel , so possible road tyres tips will be highly appreciated. Thank you so much in advance!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The stock wheels are quiet difficult to mount tires on, it's one downside. The Hutchinson tires installed easily the first time, but re-installation required using a tire seater tool (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXrJmnmLiLJqiNE) to get the side walls to mount correctly (they would dip down). It's a standard sized wheel, so most 700x28-40 tires will fit it's just that the rims are deep inner rim profile which makes it difficult for the beads to sit properly. With some patience the tires fit though.

[@andremasca1]

​@@TheSweetCyclists Thank you so much for your reply. It is really difficult. Even the Decathlon's guy was not abble to mount the Maxxis tires on, so I needed to return the to the store. It's unbelivelbe... I will try to find some Hutchinson tires (they are quite rare and expensive here in Brazil) or will try some Schwalbe... But, what scares me the most is to need to fix it in the middle of nowhere, without a tire seater tool... I am also considering installing some tubeless tires on the...

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yea, it took about ~30 minutes just to take off the stock tires for me (they seemed to be glued on from factory). Getting a wider tire like the 700x35 should make installation easier, but you might have to spend extra time getting the sidewalls to seat properly (you can still ride it but it will be a bumpy ride). We've swapped the stock Triban wheels for a set of Mavics we picked up used for ~$300. It's a good upgrade to do as the stock Triban wheels/tires are a very heavy combination.

[@temphandle00]

did you remove the 'triban' logo? was it diificult to do so?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I haven't attempted it. It seems like the Triban logo is under the clear coat so you might need to repaint the bike to remove it.

[@snufflingsnail]

I’m new here alright but I’ve been looking everywhere and looking at charts and nothing is making sense really. Did you have to change the wheels/rims for the wider tires? If so what size, I’d like to go up to 35mm tires but I don’t know if I need different wheels. Asking anyone here for the answer thank you!

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It depends on the wheel and tire. Each wheel has a certain internal wide which can fit a range of tire sizes. You don't want to ride extremes such as narrow rim and super wide tire but if you just want to size up slightly it's usually fine. Here is a easy to read chart (www.wtb.com/pages/tire-rim-fit-chart) - for the Triban bike I used the stock wheels all the way up to the 40mm wide tires without an issue.

[@snufflingsnail]

THANK YOU THIS IS GREAT. I really appreciate it.

[@nareshbhusal4259]

Thank you. Would this be the same for RC500?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, to my knowledge the RC 500 and RC 520 have the same frame and wheels. Main difference are the components which won't effect the tire clearance.

[@darfiszie]

Would the tyre clearance be the same as the RC120?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@darfiszie I can't confirm that as I don't have one to test it with but if you have the disc version I imagine the sizing should be similar. A 700x35 should be a nice upgrade. If you have a rim brake version, that might be more restrictive though.

[@Dani-wn6wh]

Thanks a lot!

[@shuangliu1897]

The bike you using is Decathlon triban rc 520?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, the bike in the video is the RC 520. I believe the RC 120 with disc brakes should have similar sizing constraints as they appear to use the same frame.

[@shuangliu1897]

@@TheSweetCyclists thx for answering my question

[@kalyanm6493]

Does it also depend on the size of the frame?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good question. I can't confirm as I only have the large, but I strongly suspect this is the same across the different sizes. The main clearance issues are the fork and the chain stays in the rear which are very likely shared across sizes (headtube / seattube lengths are the main parts that change).

[@TheScarfaceCutrese]

Hi! Great video, spent a lot of time looking for this type of info, very much appreciated 😉 Do you also happen to know if with the 700x35 will still be some clearance for mudguards and a rack? If so, which ones would you suggest? Thanks 👍

[@TheSweetCyclists]

We haven't tried it with a mudguard or rack, but as long as you get a rack that is designed for that tire width you shouldn't have an issue. The mounting spots for the racks/mudguards are on the outsides of the seat stays so positioning shouldn't be an issue.

[@KoenMiseur]

@@TheSweetCyclists not really true, a lot of mudguards mount at the BB/chainstay area and there isn't a lot of space there.

[@mehmetcemalacar3924]

Hi, thanks for that great comparison, and I have a question, i bought 38mm override but I can't fit the tyre, its getting almost impossible when just before the last part of bead. Do you have any advice for easier swapping?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The stock Triban wheels make tire swaps a lot harder than they should be. I don't have any special tricks, just patience and careful use of a tire lever to get the tire to pop on the bead. One issue I had was the the side walls wouldn't sit flush (they would be slightly under the bead) so I ended up using a tire seater (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXrJmnmLiLJqiNE).

[@SuperThepac]

What if u go 700x25 ??

[@TheSweetCyclists]

There is no issue going more narrow and it will give you better performance on the road. I still run 700x25s on my road bike and prefer the 700x28 tires on the Triban for road cycling.

[@user-os5sd7sz4v]

The new triban 120 gravel version claims on the site that it can fit up to 38 (recommended) So I guess you can fit maybe 42? Since is not the road version... Couldn't find any info

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Interesting. It seems like the RC 120 has the same frame as the RC 520 just wider wheels with the Hutchinson Override 700x38 stock. Assuming it is the same frame, a 700x42 tire would probably be a tight fit but still work as the 700x40 I tried still had some space.

[@gergohamza7932]

So basically if i put a wider tire (700*38 or 700*40) on my Triban Rc 520 road bike it will be nearly the same ast the Triban rc 520 gravel bike? Except the paintings and the handlebar geometry

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes. It's only the paint scheme, handlebars and the tires that are different between the RC 520 and the RC 520 Gravel. At least in the US the price difference between the bike is only $200 which is fair deal I think.

[@gergohamza7932]

@@TheSweetCyclists so would u recommend to update my triban rc 520 road bike with wider tyres and try it in light/medium offroad conditions too?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@gergohamza7932 Yea, wider gravel tires really help if you plan on riding on gravel. It's got a lot more grip and more comfortable ride. If you do a mix of both, there are good in-between tires as well that are designed for mixed use. The stock tires aren't very good (heavy and not very grippy) so once you wear them down a bit it's worth the upgrade.

[@lemon_orb]

What was the width measurement of your rims

[@TheSweetCyclists]

These are the standard wheels that Decathlon offers and are 622 x 17C with a 24 mm height.

[@pabs4542]

do you need to change the rims?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

You don't have to, but running larger than 700x36 on the stock rims isn't ideal longer term. You'll want a wheelset with wider inner width to match wider tires. Having a second wheelset is nice to have though, as you can get something a lot lighter than the stock wheels.

[@pabs4542]

@@TheSweetCyclists thanks for your answer!

[@itstherealjammin]

hi everyone, I would like to change my Rc500 tyres as a common route I ride is 1/2 gravel and it's a horrific experience with the stock tyres at 80psi, however I'm worried that by putting 700 X 35s on it'll affect overall speed too much, is the difference that noticeable?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It depends on which tires and tire pressure you choose. If you get a knobby dirt tire and run it at low pressure it will be a bit slower on the road. With a dual tire thread (smooth in the center and knobby on sides) like the Hutchinson Sector tires the bike feels faster than the stock Triban tires.

[@vikrantalekar5639]

Can we fit lower size tyre to triba rc 520? Current stock one is 700*28 can i fit smaller in width size than that??

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, you can. According to Sheldon's tire sizing guide (www.sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html) the 17c inner width means you could run a 700x25 tire on the stock rim. The sizing chart is conservative - so you could even go more narrow but the ride will get harsher.

[@rohannanavati]

Do you think the Triban 100 will also take up the same tires?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I don't think the Triban 100 has the same frame so I'm not sure. Also, if you have a Triban 100 with standard brakes (not disc brakes) your limitation with wider tires will likely be the brake caliper itself. I'd recommend taking a few measurements and seeing just how wide you can go (leave ~2 mm extra from the maximum space).

[@rohannanavati]

@@TheSweetCyclists thank you for the info 🙌

[@TheJonesy10]

Great video! Do you think I’d be able to fit 650b x 47 tyres on my Triban RC500? Thanks

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Can't say yes/no for sure without trying - but I imagine it would be very close or would rub. Hopefully someone else tries it and comments - we don't have a 650b tire to test it with.

[@TheJonesy10]

@@TheSweetCyclists Ok thanks for your reply. I will let you know if I do try and fit these!

[@maksimmisyurin5402]

thank you

[@jackbrado6592]

did you use the the stock rim

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, everything in the video is with the stock Triban wheelset. If you plan to ride with a 700x40 tire, I would consider getting a wider wheelset as the stock Triban wheels are only 622x17. A wider wheelset will pair better with wider tires and be more reliable off road.

[@karoly4048]

Can anyone help, how wide is the rear hub on this bike?

[@TropicTekkers]

Can the rims be used for non-tubeless tires?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes. The stock Triban tires are "tubeless compatible" and come with a tubed from Decathlon. The shape of the rims does make tire swaps difficult though, so be patient and use soapy water to help change the tires.

[@TropicTekkers]

@@TheSweetCyclists thank you! I’m almost sure I’m buying this bike soon and wanted to know this info.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@TropicTekkers Awesome. Most of Decathlon bikes are out-of-stock so hopefully you can get your hands on one.

[@babaone27]

Nice video. I have Triban RC 120 which comes with a 700x28c. The rim is meant to be 15mm with and the maximum tyre for the stock wheel is a 700x32c I am in the process of getting 700x32c Continental 4 seasons tyres as the Hutchinson 28c are crap and i don't want a puncture sooner than expected. If i have to go for a 700x35c, I've read that i will need a wheel with a minimum of 17mm to accommodate a 35c-38c. What reasonable priced wheel would you recommend to go to a 35c-38c I look forward to hearing your feedback please

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I didn't realize the RC 120 had different wheels - are you sure about that? The Decathlon page lists the RC 120 as having "Triban Tubeless ready* wheels 6061T6 aluminum ETRTO dimensions: 622 x 17 C 28 mm" wheels - do you maybe have an older version? If it is different and is 622x15 then yes - the general advice is not to exceed 700x32 tires (there is a nice chart on www.sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html for reference). I actually just swapped out the stock wheels for a set of used Mavic disc wheels. Highly recommend them - installing tires is lot easier and they are lighter than the stock wheels. The Mavic Askium disc wheels are more affordable while the Mavic Ksyrium disc wheelsets are a bit light and more expensive. If you check your local eBay / Craigslist you should be able to pick one up for a fraction of new price.

[@babaone27]

@@TheSweetCyclists do you have a link to the wheel information on Decathlon site please? Below is the UK link www.decathlon.co.uk/p/rc-120-road-bike-grey-microshift/_/R-p-308062?mc=8554264&Surfaces%20For%20Google&iv_=__iv_p_1_g_68677112531_c_316426164695_w_pla-382545755223_n_g_d_c_v__l__t__r_x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_8554264-2733279_z_GB_i_en_j_382545755223_s__e__h_9046606_ii__vi__&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-rj9BRCAARIsANB_4AADOuba0RY6nmmPlnmjmRnyuqGlR4kvsQfW0ztobCurn6x2SWSoEhAaAui4EALw_wcB