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20x1 3/8 bike tyres: ETRTO 37-451 guide

20x1 3/8 bike tyres explained: match ETRTO 37-451, compare pneumatic and solid tyres, check rim width, clearance and tube valve type.

Updated 18/06/2026 2 min TyresETRTO20 inch

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A 20x1 3/8 bike tyre is a narrow 20 inch size used on some folding, compact, junior, mobility and utility wheels. The safe compatibility check is the ETRTO marking, commonly 37-451: about 37 mm wide on a 451 mm rim.

Why 37-451 matters

The phrase 20 inch is not precise enough by itself. A 20 inch tyre can use several rim diameters, including 406 and 451. If your current sidewall says 37-451, the replacement must match the 451 mm bead seat diameter. A nearby 20 inch label is not automatically interchangeable.

Pneumatic tyre or solid tyre?

For a normal ride feel and easier servicing, start with a pneumatic 37-451 tyre and a compatible tube. For utility wheels, workshop fleets or riders who want to avoid tube punctures, a solid 20x1 3/8 / 37-451 tyre can be useful, but it may feel firmer and needs careful rim-width and fitting checks.

Check rim width and frame clearance

Before ordering, compare the full sidewall marking, measure available clearance around the fork, frame or mudguards, and check any product-specific rim-width guidance. Solid tyres in particular can have stricter internal-rim-width requirements than standard pneumatic tyres.

Choosing the right tube

If you keep an air-filled tyre, choose a tube whose printed range includes 37-451 or 20x1 3/8, then match the valve type to your rim. Schrader and Presta tubes both exist in this size range, so check the old valve before buying.

Shop 20x1 3/8 tyres from 1Bike

1Bike lists 20 inch 37-451 tyres, solid-tyre options and compatible tubes with product-page ETRTO details. Use the exact sidewall number first, then compare tyre type, rim-width notes and valve compatibility.

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Is 20x1 3/8 the same as ETRTO 37-451?

For many 20x1 3/8 tyres, ETRTO 37-451 is the precise compatibility marking. Always check the sidewall because some 20 inch tyres use other rim diameters.

Can I replace a 37-451 pneumatic tyre with a solid tyre?

Sometimes, but you must check the exact ETRTO size, internal rim width and fitting method. Solid tyres can feel firmer and can be harder to fit.

Which tube do I need for a 20x1 3/8 tyre?

Choose a tube whose size range includes 20x1 3/8 or ETRTO 37-451, then match Schrader or Presta valve type to your rim.