Method: Inflate your Electric Scooter Tires

In order to be able to use your electric scooter, you have 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 machine and preserve its battery. For that it is necessary check the pressure and maintain it at a certain level. In this article, we will show you all the steps to inflate the tires of your electric scooter but also how to check your tire pressure and the adjustments to make depending on the type of scooter you are using.

Inflate the tires of your electric scooter

Keeping your tires properly inflated and your wheels in good condition is important to ensure good driving comfort 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 inner tube (A tire which has an inner tube and which offers exceptional driving comfort)
Tire tubeless (This tire is much more robust than those with an inner tube and reduces the risk of puncture)
Tire full (The solid tire does not inflate, so it is impossible to puncture, however driving may be less comfortable)

You must also 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 yourself a pump bicycle compatible with your valve before inflating.
Directly on the wheel, unscrew the cap of the tire valve of your electric scooter and place the pump on the valve.
Inflate the tire and do it until reach the recommended pressure for your tire type/brand.
Check the pressure using a manometer (pressure measuring device). Refer to recommendations regarding your tire and adjust the pressure if necessary. Once this step has been completed, reseal 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 tire type that you use and finally weight of the person who uses the scooter. It is therefore necessary to refer directly to the bar recommendations issued by the builder to be sure you have the right pressure for your electric scooter tires.

Let's take the example of the Xiaomi M365 scooter. It has Xiamoi 8.5-inch tires with a recommended pressure of 2.7 bars for the front wheel and 3 bars for the rear wheel. Next, it is important to adjust the pressure according to the weight of the driver. If you weigh less than 75 kg, you will have to subtract 0.1 bar per ten kilos less. Conversely, for an additional 10 kg, the pressure will have to be increased by 0.1 bar this time.

How to check tire pressure on an electric scooter?

There are many things on the road that can significantly affect the grip of your tires . In fact, we often find cracks, potholes, slippery surfaces. In addition to reducing the grip of your tires, these obstacles can modify the pressure of your tires, which is why it is advisable to have a pump when traveling on a scooter. One of the consequences of too low tire pressure is the increased risk of a flat tire when using your scooter. This can be dangerous and cause accidents. To reduce the risk of punctures, it is important to check the pressure, ideally twice a month . To check your tire pressure, simply place a pressure gauge as if you wanted to inflate your tire. Once this action has been carried out, all you have to do is refer to the recommendations specific to your model issued by the manufacturer and adjust if necessary .

FAQ

What to do in case of a flat tire?

First, think about everyone’s safety and isolate yourself so that you don’t do not disturb traffic. You will first need to identify where the puncture is located. examining the rim and tire. Then you have to change the inner tube / 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 Boulogne-Billancourt.

How can I preserve the life of my tire?

THE under-inflation is the main reason for punctures which is why it is necessary check that your tires are always well inflated. In order to preserve the life of your tires you can also pay attention to distribute the weight well on your scooter, at respect the recommendations in terms of braking and using paths dedicated to electric scooters.

What are the advantages of the Tubeless tire?

Originally used for bicycles and motorcycles, the tubeless tire is also available for scooters. Its main advantage is to significantly reduce the risk of puncture. It also offers more comfort driving and allows a better grip.

Is tire maintenance the same in summer as in winter?

You must be vigilant in winter particularly because the cold can do 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 all year round.