How to Replace the Front Wheel on a Xiaomi Scooter (M365, Pro, 1S…)

Learn how to replace the front tyre and inner tube on your Xiaomi electric scooter with this detailed step-by-step tutorial.

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🛴 Compatible Models

This guide is suitable for the following Xiaomi scooters:

• Xiaomi M365
• Xiaomi Pro and Pro 2
• Xiaomi Essential
• Xiaomi Lite
• Xiaomi 1S
• Xiaomi Mi 3

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🔧 Tools You’ll Need

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• A cutter or sharp blade
• Tyre levers suitable for Xiaomi wheels
• 2.5 mm Allen key or Torx T10
• 18 mm spanner
• Cable ties
• Liquid soap (mixed with a little water)
• Replacement Xiaomi tyres and inner tubes
  

🔧 Optional Tools

• Valve extension
• Valve core remover
  

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Step 1: Remove the Stickers

On the front wheel, the bolts are hidden under small stickers (red or yellow depending on the model).

• Carefully slide a thin blade under each sticker.
• Peel them off gently so they can be reused later.
• Once removed, the bolts will be visible.
  

Step 2: Remove the Covers

Unscrew the small bolts securing the side covers.

Check the bolt head shape:

• Star-shaped → Use a Torx T10
• Hexagonal → Use a 2.5 mm Allen key
  

You’ll find 4 bolts on the motor cable side and 2 on the opposite side.

Step 3: Remove the Front Wheel

• Use the 18 mm spanner to unscrew the two nuts.
• Remove the front wheel and place it flat with the motor cable facing upwards.
  

If the nuts are too tight to loosen, click here for tips.

Step 4: Deflate the Tyre

• Remove the valve cap.
• Press inside the valve with a thin object to release the air.
  

Step 5: Push the Valve into the Rim

• Gently push the valve through the rim.
• If it’s stuck, tap it lightly with a small hammer.
  

Step 6: Remove One Side of the Tyre

• Squeeze the tyre sidewalls to detach them from the rim.
• Apply soapy water around the edges to ease removal.
• Insert two Hercules tyre levers on each side of the valve.
• Use the levers to lift and remove the first side of the tyre.
  

Step 7: Remove the Inner Tube

• Push the lower part of the tyre into the rim’s groove.
• Pull the valve out, then carefully remove the inner tube.
  

Step 8: Remove the Tyre

Remove the remaining side of the tyre by hand.

Step 9: Inspect the Tyre Condition

Check the following:

• Worn tread? → Replace the tyre.
• Rubber debris or internal wire strands? → Replace it too.
  

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Step 10: Install the Inner Tube

• Inflate the inner tube slightly.
• Place it next to the wheel, with the valve aligned to the rim hole.
• Remove the valve core using a core remover.
• Carefully insert the valve into place using a small Allen key or flat screwdriver.
• Reinstall the valve core.
  

Step 11: Deflate the Inner Tube Slightly

• Once the tube is in place, let some air out.
• Put the valve cap back on to keep it secure during fitting.
  

Step 12: Check the Tyre Rotation Direction

• Locate the directional arrow on the tyre sidewall.
• Align it correctly with the motor’s direction of travel.
  

Step 13: Insert the Inner Tube into the Tyre

• Slide the tube into the tyre.
• Then place the motor unit directly above the tyre.
  

Step 14: Fit the First Side

• Wrap three cable ties loosely around the lower part of the tyre on the side opposite the valve.
• Don’t tighten them yet.
• Apply soapy water to the tyre edges.
• Use a tyre lever to help slide the rim into the tyre.
  

Step 15: Tighten the Cable Ties

Tighten the cable ties to bring the tyre sidewalls closer together and create more space.

Step 16: Fit the Second Side

• Push the section of the tyre held by the cable ties into the rim groove.
• Apply soapy water to the edges.
• Use tyre levers to gently work the second side of the tyre into the rim.
• Be careful not to pinch the inner tube.
  

Step 17: Remove the Cable Ties

Cut the three cable ties and pull them out.

Step 18: Inflate the Tyre

• Inflate the tyre to the recommended pressure based on your weight.
• See our guide: How to Inflate a Xiaomi Tyre Properly
• Tip: A valve extender makes inflation much easier.
  

Step 19: Reinstall the Wheel

• Check that the locking washers are facing down.
• Refit the wheel into the fork.
• Firmly tighten the nuts.
• Replace the covers and screw them back in.
  

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