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All you need to know about used Kenda tires

Kenda Tire is a Taiwanese company founded in 1962 that creates a wide variety of commercial tires. At first the company produced only bicycle tires, then expanded to motorcycles and ATVs, and eventually moved to cars. But it also makes tires for wheelchairs, trailers and industrial equipment. If you were searching for used Kenda tires, then you came to the right page.

Need for speed

Kenda speed tires are built with an emphasis on reducing rolling resistance. The company's engineers give a lot of attention to the issue of acoustic comfort. For many years, Kenda has continued to produce high-quality, low-noise tires. Manufacturers using noise minimization algorithms and special computer software to create the most optimal tread pattern.

Are used Kenda tires worth buying?

All Kenda tires meet international standards in various categories. Multi-stage checks of rubber compliance with established standards are carried out regularly. The personnel of the enterprises are constantly improving their qualifications, creating new production methods and technologies. If you're looking for inexpensive tires with improved performance and durability, then it's time to check out Kenda's products here.

UTires.com best selling models of used Kenda tires

Kenda Kenetica Touring KR217

An all-season tire designed for passenger vehicles. It’s the second generation of their popular series, and it is a reliable model with great grip in any weather, including mud and snow (it has the M&S rating). Comfort and reduced noise are also included. Prices for this model as a used tire start at just $34, with tread depths from 6 to 11, load indexes from 84 to 102 and speed indexes of H and T.

For example, a used Kenda tire of this model (KR217 91H) in the size 205/55R16 with a tread depth 8.5/32” cost $50.

Kenda Vezda Touring A/S

This is an all-season tire made for coupes, sedans and luxury touring cars. Thanks to the asymmetric tread design with pitch sequencing you get good traction and reduced noise, and it also has hydroplaning resistance thanks to the four grooves. Prices for this used Kenda tire start at $38, with tread depths from 5 to 11, load indexes from 85 to 100 and speed indexes of V and H.

Used 225/55R17 Kenda Vezda Touring A/S 97V with a very good tread 9/32” cost $59.72.

Kenda Klever S/T

Another all-season model designed for passenger vehicles of various types. Reviews for this model are very good, people being satisfied with the long tread life, affordable price, good handling and reduced noise. Prices start at $42 with tread depths from 5 to 11, load indexes from 97 to 110 and speed indexes of H, V and T.

Used tire of this model in size 255/50R20 (S/T 109V) with an almost perfect tread 10/32” cost $88.45.

Brief history of Kenda

• It all started in 1962 when Kenda Rubber was founded in Yuanlin, Taiwan, to make tires for bicycles
• The first Kenda factory in China was built in 1990
• The US office was started in 1991
• Monitor Manufacturing from Georgia and Martin Wheel from Akron were acquired in 1998
• Passenger car radial tires were introduced in 2001, while the Dexstar Wheel Company in Elkhart was acquired the same year
• In Kunshan, China, they established a joint venture with Cooper Tire
• Kenda Europe was established in Germany, while the Technical Center in Ohio opened in 2014
• More factories were built in Indonesia and Vietnam, as well as another office in Germany
• The presence in the US was increased by sponsoring sports teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Cincinnati Reds and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Kenda tires any good?

While Kenda tires are not the most durable on the market, they can be a good investment in the long term (considering affordable price). Some of the brand’s top models can last for up to 60,000 miles. Buying used Kenda tires will save you even more money, as some of the models presented at UTires.com have high treads left or were only driven once, yet they are much cheaper than new tires.

Who are Kenda tires made by?

This brand is not owned by any other larger corporation. The tires are made by the Taiwanese company Kenda, which has manufacturing plants in Taiwan, China, Vietnam and Indonesia. In China it has a partnership with Cooper Tire.

Are Kenda tires made in America?

No. The company does have an office in Reynoldsburg, OH and an R&D center in Canton, OH, but it doesn’t have a production facility as well. Even though they are not made in the US, their quality is still good.

Where To Buy Used Kenda Tires?

Better to buy used Kenda tires in the big online shops such as Utires.com. Our current offer includes more than 110 products, out of which 10% are new and 90% are used Kenda tires. We offer a wide variety of models and sizes for different vehicles. Plus free shipping with every order!