Kenda
About Kenda Tires
Kenda is one of the most recognized names in the tire industry, and for good reason. Founded in 1962 in Yuanlin, Taiwan, Kenda Rubber Industrial Company started as a modest bicycle tire manufacturer and steadily evolved into a global powerhouse. Today, the brand covers an enormous range of applications — from road bikes and mountain bikes to ATVs, motorcycles, passenger cars, light trucks, trailers, lawn and garden equipment, and specialty vehicles — all built on over six decades of rubber engineering expertise.
What sets Kenda apart is the breadth and depth of its catalog. Rather than focusing on a single segment, Kenda has methodically expanded into every terrain and vehicle type where reliable rubber meets the road (or trail). Their tire lineup includes well-known series like the Klever for light trucks and SUVs, the Vezda for touring and high-performance passenger cars, the Kenetica for all-season driving, and the Komet for sports car enthusiasts — demonstrating just how far the brand has come from its bicycle-tire origins.
Kenda operates manufacturing facilities across Taiwan, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, with a U.S. presence headquartered in the Columbus, Ohio area. With a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees across 13 global locations, the company has the scale to support both OEM and aftermarket customers worldwide. Their investment in research and development is ongoing, with a focus on improving puncture resistance, rolling resistance, tread life, and overall weight — qualities that matter whether you're commuting through city streets or charging through rocky single-track.
For riders and drivers who need reliable rubber without breaking the bank, Kenda delivers a compelling balance of performance and value. Their tire inner tubes are equally well-regarded, offered in multiple thicknesses — standard, tough, and super tough — to match everything from casual cycling to demanding off-road ATV use. The brand's tires & tubes bundles make it convenient to shop for complete solutions in one place, whether you're outfitting a mountain bike, a trailer, or a powersports machine.
Why Choose Kenda?
- Heritage since 1962 — over 60 years of continuous tire manufacturing experience
- Broad application coverage — bicycles, motorcycles, ATVs, passenger cars, light trucks, trailers, and more
- Global manufacturing footprint — production facilities in Taiwan, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia
- Multiple tube thickness options — standard, tough, and super tough inner tubes for varying terrain demands
- Diverse tire series — purpose-built lines for touring, all-season, off-road, high-performance, and trailer use
- OEM and aftermarket trusted — Kenda serves both vehicle manufacturers and individual consumers worldwide
Whether you're replacing a worn commuter bicycle tire, upgrading your ATV setup for the trails, or putting a fresh set of all-season rubbers on your truck, Kenda has a product engineered to meet the challenge.