- The plies run at an angle from bead to bead.
- One of the oldest design.
- Does not use any belts
- Allows body of the tire to flex easily.
- Improved cushioning, hence smooth ride on rough roads.
Tyre Basics
Tyre Construction
– Bias Ply Tyres
Tyre Construction
– Bias Belted Tyres
- Bias ply tires with belts added to increase tread stiffness.
- Belts and plies run at different angles.
- Belts do not run around the sidewalls, they lay under the tread area only.
- Provides smooth ride and good traction.
Tyre Construction
– Radial Ply Tyres
- Plies running straight across from bead to bead, with stabilizer belts directly beneath the tread.
- The direction of steel cords in sidewall are in radial direction hence the design is termed as radial technology.
- Has a very flexible sidewall and a stiff tread, giving it a very stable footprint.
Comparison of
Radial with Bias/Nylon Tyre


Difference Between
Radial with Bias/Nylon Tyre
Sidewall and tread flex together
One complete movement (Dependent)

Tread stable in spite of movement in the sidewall
Two separate movements (independent)

Contact Comparison

Advantages of Radial Tyres

