ULIP 8.5x3 {8.5x3.0 / -5.3} Road Tyre (tubeless, OSH) [HP-1003B]

• The ULIP 8.5x3 {8.5x3.0 / -5.3} Road Tyre (tubeless, OSH) [HP-1003B] is an aftermarket tyre known for exceptional puncture resilience and is also one of the few tubeless offerings in this nameplate size making it ideal for Kaabo Mantis 10 Urban.
• Typically fitted in 5.3" rims models such as:
  • Kaabo Mantis 10 Urban (in tubeless operation). Fitted in lieu of the stock Xuancheng XC-608 which has a narrower 42mm width at bead - The ULIP at 52mm is more favourable to seal bead.
    
    With tube retrofitted in models such as::
  • VSETT 8 front.
  • VSETT 9 and 9+.
  • Zero 8 and other T8 ODM's such as Bexly 8.
  • Zero 9 and other T9 ODM's such as Dragon X9 & Bexly 9.
  • KuKirin G2 Pro and other ODM's Mercane G2 Pro & Veloz G2.
• 134mm (marketed, observed) internal diameter. 203mm external diameter (marketed, observed uninflated).
• Optional self-healing liner: The lining is a thick lining of sticky stuff ("goo") that can assist seal punctures, also known as "puncture-proof" or "run flat". It has a higher viscosity than liquid sealants and typically will not run and damage hub alloy.
• Typical observed weight: 500 grams.

Notes:

1. Images showing fitted to rear of Kaabo Mantis Urban as replacement for 8.5x3.0 Xuancheng XC-608. Note the rear has proprietary valve, front uses industry standard type.
   
2. This tyre is a well regarded for tube type use compared to other tyres. It runs a more favourable higher pressure of 50PSI vs 45PSI and with higher load rating (75kgs vs 65kgs) compared to more common factory Tuovt / HOTA tyres. For tubed operation, typically paired with ULIP 8.5x3.0 Tube which is considered more resilient than the HOTA 8.5x2 tubes for 8.5x3. eSN recommends the AoXin 8.5x3.0 60mm long valve tube in motor hub wheels.
3. The tubeless and rotational designation markings on sidewall nameplate are only on one side (as shown in product images). The ULIP logo is on the other side (not shown).
4. ULIP transitioned from HP-1003 to HP-1003B late 2024. The internal diameter increased from 131mm (shown on left) to 134mm (right) and outside diameter reduced from 211mm to 203mm. This new variant offers better compatibility and is more aligned to size of the common Tuovt factory tyre. Note the red/yellow lines are not indicative of a B designation. Martin Baláž explains in Zane Richter's post in VSETT Scooters Riders Group, where Zane shares experience of the ULIP in VSETT 9+.
   
5. ULIP specialises in aftermarkets, their products are rarely factory fitted as part of eScooter production. As such, you rarely see ULIP products as spare parts offered from eScooter brand dealers.
6. Keep tubes inflated at the nameplate 50PSI. Letting pressure drop to <45psi will significantly increase likelihood of pinch punctures with tyres of this size. Most of these models are split rim and relatively easy work on, ensure heat is applied to rim bolts if they are tight to prevent stripping head of bolts.