In order to properly use your electric scooter, you need to know how to maintain it and change parts when necessary. The tires are one of the essential parts for the proper functioning of a scooter. Their regular maintenance is therefore essential to avoid punctures. It is also to ensure the performance of your device and preserve its battery. For this, you need to check the pressure and maintain it at a certain level. In this article, we will present all the steps to inflate the tires of your electric scooter but also how to check the pressure of your tires and the adjustments to make depending on the type of scooter you use.
Inflating the tires of your electric scooter
Keep your tires properly inflated and your wheels in good condition is important to ensure a comfortable ride and avoid punctures. Before inflating your tires, it is important to know the type of tire you are using.
Here are the 3 types of tires used for electric scooters:
- Tire with inner tube (A tire that has an inner tube and offers exceptional riding comfort)
- Tire tubeless (This tire is much more robust than those with inner tubes and reduces the risk of punctures)
- Tire solid (The solid tire does not inflate, so it cannot get punctured but the ride may be less comfortable)
You also need to identify the type of valve present on your tire or your inner tube. You can start inflating your tires. Here are the steps to follow:
- Get a pump bike compatible with your valve before proceeding with inflation.
- Directly on the wheel, unscrew the cap of the valve of your electric scooter tire and place the pump on the valve.
- Inflate the tire and do so until reach the recommended pressure for your tire type / brand.
- Check the pressure using a pressure gauge (pressure measuring device). Refer to the recommendations regarding your tire and adjust the pressure if necessary. Once this step is done, close the valve with the cap. You are now ready to use your electric scooter
What pressure for an electric scooter tire?
It is important to note that the recommended pressure (expressed in bar) for each tire depends on the model of your electric scooter, the type of wheel, the inner tube, and the type of tire that you use and finally the weight of the person who uses the scooter. You must therefore refer directly to the recommendations in bars issued by the manufacturer to be sure to have the correct pressure for your electric scooter tires.
Let's take the example of the Xiaomi M365 electric scooterIt has 8.5-inch Xiamoi tires with a recommended pressure of 2.7 bars for the front wheel and 3 bars for the rear wheel. Then, it is important to adjust the pressure according to the rider's weight. If you weigh less than 75 kg, you should subtract 0.1 bar for every ten kilos less. Conversely, for every 10 kg extra, you should increase the pressure by 0.1 bar this time.
How to check the tire pressure on an electric scooter?
There are many elements on the road that can significantly affect the grip of your tires. Indeed, cracks, potholes, slippery surfaces are often found. In addition to reducing the grip of your tires, these obstacles can alter the pressure of your tires, which is why it is recommended to have a pump when traveling on your electric scooter. One consequence of too low tire pressure is the increased risk of puncturing a tire while using your electric scooter. This can be dangerous and cause accidents. To reduce the risk of punctures, it is important to check the pressure ideally 2 times per month. To check your tire pressure, simply place a pressure gauge as if you wanted to inflate your tire. Once this is done, you just have to refer to the recommendations specific to your model issued by the manufacturer and adjust if necessary.
FAQ
What to do in case of a puncture?
First, think about everyone's safety and isolate yourself so as not to not disturbing traffic. You will first need to identify where the puncture is by inspecting the rim and the tire. Then you need to change the inner tube / the tire. There are ready-to-use repair kits as well as prevention equipment for avoid punctures. Finally, if you are nearby, we have a repair center for electric scooters in Groslay.
How to preserve the lifespan of my tire?
The under-inflation is the main cause of punctures, which is why you need to check that your tires are always properly inflated. To preserve the lifespan of your tires, you can also pay attention to distribute the weight evenly on your electric scooter, to follow the recommendations in terms of braking and to take the paths dedicated to electric scooters.
What are the advantages of the tubeless tire?
Originally used for bikes and motorcycles, the tubeless tire is also available for electric scooters. Its main advantage is to significantly reduce the risk of puncture. It also offers more comfort driving and allows for better grip.
Is tire maintenance the same in summer as in winter?
You need to be especially careful in winter because the cold can cause lower the pressure tires. Make sure your tires are at the correct pressure more frequently than in summer.
This allows you to make good use of your electric scooter throughout the year.
What does the law say about?
There is no specific law on the pressure or inflation of electric scooter tires. However, it is always interesting to follow the news and the updates regarding regulations.
