Disassembling a wheel on a Xiaomi electric scooter is a challenge that every owner faces sooner or later. Whether it's a puncture of the camera, tire wear or scheduled maintenance, the ability to properly remove the tire from the rim will save time and money. Unlike bicycle wheels, the design of scooters has nuances: rigid sides, narrow rims and high landing density require a special approach.
Many users are afraid of damaging the rim or tearing the camera by going to service centers for a simple procedure. In fact, disassembling the Xiaomi M365, Pro 2 or 1S wheel takes 15-30 minutes with the right tools, the main thing is to avoid common mistakes, such as using screwdrivers (they scratch the rim) or excessive force leading to deformation of the tire.
In this guide, we will discuss:
- 🔧 What tools are needed (and what can be replaced by professional devices)
- 🛠️ Step-by-step algorithm for removing the tire without damage
- ⚠️ Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (with a Photo of the Consequences)
- 🔄 Features of the wheel assembly after repair
Training: tools and materials
You don't need expensive machines to disassemble the Xiaomi wheel, you need a set of 3-5 items, and the main rule is: do not use sharp metal tools (knives, screwdrivers, studs) that can pierce the camera or scratch the rim.
- 🔧 Plastic mounts (2-3 pieces) – special blades for tire mounting (sold in bicycle shops for 100-300 units) ₽). Alternative: Dull spoons or plastic spatulas for food (less convenient but safe).
- 🧴 Soapy solution or WD-40 — It makes it easier for the tyre side to slide around the rim, even liquid soap diluted with water will do.
- 🧰 Pump with pressure gauge – for checking the pressure after assembly (optimum value for Xiaomi: 2.5-3.5 bar).
- 🧤 Gloves - protect the hands from dirt and sharp edges of the rim.
- 📦 Container for small parts - so as not to lose bearings or nuts during disassembly.
If you’re repairing the wheel for the first time, take a spare camera – it often tears when taken carelessly. For Xiaomi M365 and Pro 2 models, 8.5×2 cameras are suitable (with a Presta or Schrader valve, depending on the rim).
⚠️ Warning: Do not use metal mounts from car kits - they are too thick and will bend the rim of the scooter. Plastic or wood (for example, a sharpened stick) is safer.
Dismounting of the wheel from the scooter
Before disassembling the wheel, you need to remove the frame. The process varies depending on the model:
For the Xiaomi M365/Pro 2/1S:
For Xiaomi 4 Pro: Here you use a quick-removal axis – press the lever and pull the wheel sideways.
After dismantling, clean the wheel of dirt and sand – this will prevent abrasive from entering the tire during assembly.
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If the axle bolt is stuck, spray it with WD-40 and wait 10 minutes. Don't knock with a hammer - it warps the thread!
3. Step-by-step disassembly of the tire
Now, the most difficult step is to separate the tyre from the rim.
Step 1. Let the air down.
Pull the air out of the chamber by pressing a nipple. If the wheel was not used for a long time, the camera could stick to the rim - gently press the tires on board in a circle to separate it.
Step 2. Put the mounts in.
- Take two plastic mounts. Put the first under the tyre (on the side opposite the nipple) at a distance of 10-15 cm from it.
- The second mount insert 5-7 cm further in a circle and gently tuck the side up, hooking it by the rim.
- Keep going around, adding a third mount if necessary, and the main thing is not to pull the tire on yourself, but to roll out the side.
Step 3. Remove the first side
Once 1/3 of the tire is behind the rim, the rest of it will be removed easily.
Step 4. Get the camera out.
Carefully remove the camera from the tire, starting with the nipple. Examine it for punctures (plug in water - bubbles will indicate holes).
Step 5. Remove the second side
Repeat the process on the other side of the tire. Now the rim is completely free.
Check the rim for scratches and burrs|Clean the inside of the tire from garbage|Make sure the camera nipple is not damaged.|Apply the soap solution on the side of the tires-->
4.Typical mistakes and how to avoid them
Even experienced craftsmen sometimes make mistakes that lead to additional costs.
| Mistake. | Effects of consequences | How to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a screwdriver | Scratches on the rim, camera puncture. | Only plastic or wooden tools |
| Excessive deboarding force | Stretching or tearing of the tire | Use a soap solution and move gradually |
| Untested camera after removal | Repeated puncture after 1-2 days | Check the camera in water or with a soap solution pump |
| Wrong position of the nipple during assembly | Camera twists, pulls down quickly. | Nipple must look strictly into the rim hole |
Critical error: trying to disassemble the wheel without removing it from the scooter, which leads to damage to the brake cable or motor wiring (on rear-wheel drive models).
⚠️ Note: If the Xiaomi tire does not give up even after soap solution, do not use brute force.Perhaps the rubber is "blown" from old age - in this case it is easier to cut and replace a new one.
5. Features of Xiaomi models
The design of wheels in different models Xiaomi has nuances:
Xiaomi M365/Pro 2/1S:
Xiaomi 4 Pro:
How to distinguish Presta from Schrader?
6.Wheel assembly after repair
Resetting the tire is often more difficult than removing it.
Procedure:
- Check that the rim is clean and has no burrs (swipe your finger - if it clings, clean with sandpaper).
- Apply the soap solution on the sides of the tires and rims.
- Put the camera in the tyre, align the nipple with the hole in the rim.
- Put the first side of the tire on the rim with your hands (it should “sit” easily).
- For the second side, use mounts starting from the side opposite the nipple. Move towards the nipple, gradually "clicking" the side.
- Check that the camera is not sandwiched between the rim and the tire (pump the wheel to 0.5 bar and inspect in a circle).
- Pump the wheel to operating pressure (2.5-3.5 bar for Xiaomi).
If the board does not land:
- 🔧 Use belts for fixation (such as cable screeds) to hold the installed part of the tire.
- 💪 In extreme cases, carefully press your knee on the edge of the tire, but do not overdo it.
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After assembly, scroll the wheel over weight - if a noise is heard or a beating is felt, the camera is installed incorrectly or the board does not sit down until the end.
7. When to contact the service
Not all breakdowns can be repaired by yourself.
- 🔧 The rim is deformed (has an “eight” or dents) - this requires editing on the machine.
- 🔋 Electrical issues (e.g. Xiaomi 4 Pro doesn’t turn on after wheel replacement) – motor wiring may have been damaged.
- 🛞 The tire broke on board - it can not be repaired, only replaced.
- ⚠️ After several attempts, the board does not sit on the rim - the risk of damage to the camera is too high.
Cost of disassembly in the service: 300-800 ₽ (If you need to replace your camera or tire, the price will go up to 1,500-3,000. ₽ spare-parts.