How to Change KQI3 Rear Tire

[@Robert-u5w9q]

Thank for your video on rear tyre change, I did the rear tyre change in less than half an hour, clamped the tyre instead of electrical ties then put ratchet strap around tyre tightly to get the tyre to seal and pumped it up and it popped out, EASY.

[@Melooo09]

Did you use a air Compresser?

[@MrPeterparker1984]

Niu is the most complicated scooter tire change. I do tires all day, but niu had to make theirs special. Uncommon tire size (gotta wait for China shipping) plus all the layers have to come apart.

[@Dan-mu7jj]

Hey, I just wanted to thank you for your videos, I recently had to change my rear tire, and learning from your mishaps gave me the confidence to take on this tedious task, I wouldn’t have been prepared for the tire dropping when loosening it and as it isn’t back together yet, I’ll be sure to connect all the wires before my reassemble, lol I truly appreciate your videos, thanks again !!!

[@ScootLetsGo]

Thank you for your awesome comment. I do like to show the mishaps and the struggles. If I sugar coat it, then people won’t be prepared haha.

[@JerKKeR]

One thing I'd like to add regarding the initial tire inflation. The best way to get it up and running for free is by doing what I did and just taking your scooter (or just the wheel) to your local gas station and use one of the car tire pumps to inflate it. They usually are free however you also have to rely on the mercy of the gas station staff as these are technically not allowed to be used on bike wheels. Some gas stations might take issue with you doing this but my gas stations are pretty chill about it. Thanks so much for the video it helped me fix my flat rear tire on my KQi3 Sport, it was an absolute NIGHTMARE! NIU definitely makes great scooters until the moment you have to make repairs, then they turn to among the worst

[@Andrew20vt]

Thank you for your video, I used it as a warm up before I tackled my sons. FYI, if your having trouble seating the bead of a tire, you can try using a ratchet strap around the perimeter to help push the beads against the wheel✌️

[@HakaisMorph]

Well I got told I should plan about 5 -10 weeks until I get it back FOR A FUCKING FLAT TIRE if I still could At this point cause this lack of service I would love to get my money back and buy a different one

[@assanfakkir]

A cycle pump worked for me

[@peterah7957]

Just bought the scooter two days ago ..Done 50 km already. I think this video is fantastic and i do appreciate the work involved when not having a workshop filled with all the right gear. This is something i enjoy doing so i feel this tutorial is a godsend thanks! ❤

[@oldebill1807]

Thanks for the vid. My scooter's rear tire valve came apart and I needed to get the rear wheel off and one side of a tire off in order to replace it. Yes, the rims are soft and I ended up scraping a few sections. Also, I had to take it to my car mechanic's shop to reset the tire beads. He recommended that the valve core be removed when resetting tires as this allows a higher inflow rate.

[@jeerkc]

Just a note that I tried to change this, but ended up damaging the rim edges and it leaks air (even after adding bead sealer). Ended up needing a new motor/rim assembly. I've learned that while some things are fun as a challenge this one is best left to the scooter pros to change. But I appreciate the how to!

[@TDAPetegaming]

I’m having trouble placing my tire back on to the rim it’s placed but air shoots out the sides can’t hold the air in what should I do

[@crispyjokingtuna1495]

Thanks for the clear and easy to follow video! I have to do the tires on my kqi2 pro in a couple of weeks (when the parts show up).

[@AnimEva_33]

Great video! Newfound respect to the guys that have to do this as a job

[@Gwizz1027]

or idk, Niu can just put solid tires on the damn thing.

[@peterah7957]

Ok id like to update......the actual dismantling of the scooter was easy enough....and i used a heat gun instead of a hair dryer ...All basic tools then...I've taken off the tyre easy enough and a friend of mine will put the new tyre on at his garage because i cannot be bothered to struggle with the new tyre ....The tyree i actually bought isnt the best quality like the original so ive purchased a thicker and better quality tyre for the next removal in the future. Its not as bad as it looks guys ..this video made it alot easier .

[@assanfakkir]

1 handed clamp set - easier than tags Tire levers Heat the tire for 3 mins in hot water 80°c Apply lubricant oil with hands on the rim's outer edge and the inner surface Apply oil with hands on the outer edge and inner edge of tire which has contact during mounting. Without lubricant there is chance of tire bead getting damaged. After the first tire bead goes in, with hand push the second bead as far as possible and use the clamps to press the tire on the sides to hold the tire inside the rim. Then use the tire lever to complete it. It is as easy as 10 mins job !

[@willybaldy1999]

Don't do the boiling water trick with the Max folks, it will ruin the self healing layer inside the tire.

[@marianbundel1229]

Make a video please brothaaa

[@mtg_synergizer6022]

Thanks alot brother!! Just got new Scooter and it's making noise as if debris is stuck on the tires or brake pads. I cleaned the discbreaks without needing to remove the tire but it didn't stop the noise. Thanks for this video I just needed to see how tonremove the wheel. Keep up the good work your sure to succeed on KZbin!

[@Stu_DLNGR]

Psa.... Took me 30 mins to unplug wheel from power and remove wheel. This video is totally concise. Great work, sir. Thank you. I'm still working but you nailed it thus far

[@maxhamer2687]

how do u unplug this connectors? i cant unplug them, wth is this?

[@Stu_DLNGR]

​@@maxhamer2687it was a total butthump. it took all damn day. 29,000 skrews. Then getting the tire on the rim was a total workout. If a mechanic or some sort can do it for a quoted price before hand.... Just pay it. I'd pay $100 for this work, and I'm poor. Hell, 150 even. Eff this chore. (Sir that made this vid did a good job, it's spot on correct. It just didn't show the real time involved)

[@Thinh-Nguyen.]

This is the right way to do it but I was able to do it without disassembling the deck. You can just take off the rear tire and you have just enough wiring to do it with everything still intact

[@renewalsch43]

Thank! You! So! Much! Because of your excellent instructions I was done after 3 hours. Best regards, René

[@k7ufo819]

Thank you so much, I was able to take the week out and take it to a shop for them to change the tire.

[@crocsnosockz]

@@ooow333im having the same problem in LA, did u have any success?

[@crocsnosockz]

@@ooow333 mind giving me their info and how it much it costs u? i guess i could drive to OC instead of winging it myself haha

[@brandonsolano7195]

What was the repair shop called?

[@Chillstunna]

Where did u take it?

[@k7ufo819]

@@Chillstunna any good bicycle repair shop

[@Lynsiablacksoul]

Hey, thank you a lot for your videos, yesterday we had to change the tires on my KQi3 and your video was a live safer, its horrible how complicated that is x,D and i need my eroller, so iam pretty thankfull for the time you took to show us how to do so :)

[@lilray1003]

I used to change tires for a living as a young lad. I notice you didn't lubricant the tire before mounting the tire. Great suggestion, you can use petroleum jelly around the bead of the tire. It'll help getting the tire into the rim and seal. Once you get the air in

[@duncandubick7535]

Or even just soapy water (mostly soap with a little water). That's what I did and worked great!

[@mattkinney9063]

Thanks for the video. Watched it pretty much step by step and got my sons tire changed on his kqi3.

[@Sllice]

this is insane for changing a tire

[@Trubosslinie]

Agreed too much shty I'd rather change all 4 tires on a car then a scooter smh

[@RedVRCC]

Thank you! Something punctured my rear tire and it's too bad to plug it, so I need to buy a replacement tire but wanted to change it myself to save money. This scooter has been serving me well for over 1000km now and having it be out of action sucks cause I have to waste more money driving my car instead.

[@nothinguntouchedpodcast]

I use the same model to commute to work myself. I'll be trying this today

[@cliptracer]

Lol, looks like I bought it from you week ago in Atlanta

[@LindyTalbotStuff]

My, what an ordeal! Two thoughts/conclusions from my POV. 1) If you decide to do this yourself, if the tire is no good (in my case, it is leaking), why not save some time and avoid the whole clamping, pushing/pulling/levering by just dremel-cutting the tire all the way through -- from the bead to the tread -- and then just pull the tire off? Putting a new tire on a rim is always easier, in my experience, so effort saved there. And potential rim/wire/misc. damage avoided.. 2) Speaking of potential damage, I am evaluating that AND what my time is worth. Might it be better to spend the money to send it back to the service center and have them assume all the risk and effort? (Sending it in is what they just told me was the non-DIY option). You would think I could take it to a dealer, but they did not say that was an option. Also, one last thought/question regarding a leaking tire: any of the puncture sealants work for that? Thoughts folks?

[@ElVallo]

Hello! I hope you can help me... I punctured the rear wheel and took it to a store in my city... the problem is that the person broke the air valve on the wheel, so we have to look for another one, but I don't know which model is used for this scooter... 😔 I don't know much about scooters, I just know that there are several models (TR12, TR13, ETC) and I don't know which one to buy...

[@KyaPataKya]

I had the same problem of not being able to have the tyre put on perfectly, I just went to the gas station with an air compressor and set pressure to 50psi and started filling initially it wasn’t filling, I just pushed the tire down really hard into the ground and kept filling air, it locked the empty spot and filled it and stayed in

[@juanantoniomoralesselles5970]

No hace falta desmontar toda la zona eléctrica, asombroso no se mancha ni las manos. Vamos seamos realistas.

[@janparson8595]

Tienes alguna sugerencia de como desmontar el guardalodo sin tener que desmontar todo eso que él hizo?

[@sebafernandez.tattoo]

Hello i need to replace the disk brake, i must do all this? The cables? Or just the whell

[@Stu_DLNGR]

This was a pain. Ever see a monkey eff a football? Yeah. My life with a flat NIU. SMFH

[@supratrdlova]

If my tire has a small leak can I put slime in it for a last resort or even put in a plug if need be? It’s my daily driver to work right now since my car is in the shop. I can’t wait 3 weeks for shipment of a new tire

[@angelgabrielfloresmusunga135]

Hello I am going to change the rear tire of my scooter, the question is when I take apart the entire rear part, will the scooter still be waterproof, thanks for your video

[@daltysalty8558]

I have change so many tires on my KQI3 PRO. I finally just got solids.

[@superlama6452]

great video. tried it myself and it was a pain in the *** took me three ours and a lot of frustation, will bring it to shop next time!

[@puccalove24]

Is this the same as the kqi2 pro version? I need help please 🙏

[@yq5171]

Is there any better ways you can get the tires off? I did all the wires part but I can’t get the tires off

[@kaosreality7154]

Would I be able to change the kqi2 motor wheel for a kqi3 max motor wheel for more power?

[@easybeart]

Getting the bead to sit is impossible on these tires. No shops near me will touch an electric scooter tire. Any tips?

[@ScootLetsGo]

I must be lucky in my area. As long as you have money. Mechanics will do the work haha. Have you got a friend with a high psi pump?

[@cbpuzzle]

You can always go outside, spray a small bit of ether (starter fluid) inside, and light it from the bead edge. The explosion will pop the beads on the rim.

[@R01499-y]

I have this scooter and I would strongly recommend to avoid it and find something that's easier to maintain. I got a flat on my KQI PRO 3 and it's a nightmare to change

[@christophermclaughlin6433]

Fuck dealing with a rear flat now

[@wompis9763]

Can you give a full list of all the materials used to replace the back wheel please? I dont have no tools to do this myself and im wondering if you could give me a whole list on where to get these tools.

[@skyscotti]

He list out everything in the beginning and there’s another tutorial on removing the battery cover which you’ll need to do to get to the tire (I didn’t )

[@wompis9763]

@@skyscotti yess, i just got it, very cheap tools too👌

[@rickymoreno5593]

I just bought all my tools for the job I’m gonna attempt to change it myself. I took a it to a shop but it looked shady to leave it there haha

[@Albedo00.39]

Thank you very much Dan! I'm waiting for the new Niu in 2 days as a gift for my wife! Where could I hide a Samsung SmartTag? I'm curious if we find some tunning for them..

[@ScootLetsGo]

Hi. Thank you. I would suggest hiding it in the battery compartment. You can check out my last video :)

[@pollockjeffery22]

Does it have to be this specific tire or can I use like 10 inch airless tires?

[@moisesalvarez5998]

Has to be Same measurements or it won't fit

[@addisonbmxx7798]

Btw there 9.5 inch tires

[@felipecordova4526]

Did you do it? I'm also looking to install 10 inch solid tires

[@pollockjeffery22]

@@felipecordova4526 I ended up getting a new scooter because for any sort of repair you have to get into the deck even for a simple tire change.

[@michaelvonhaven105]

dude, can your mechanic put on a truck tire for your car? 🤦‍♂️

[@wing3389]

Ok.. great informative video. But for all of those who wish to purchase a Niu Scooter, you had better get your head examined. First of all, no bicycle repair shop will even go near them due to all the work involved to fix them. As a person who had to change the rear tire (flat, which can't be plugged)on the KQI3, its a total nightmare. Everything had to be taken apart on the scooter which was the floor board, the battery cover, wiring etc) Then try removing the old tire to put on a new one. Good luck !! Then after the tire is on the hub, it wouldn't inflate due to air leaking out between the tire and the wheel hub. All of this after just 6.5 months of light use on bike paths. I was so pissed off that I just gave it away to cut my loses. Bottom line. Stear clear of these things until repair shops open up close to where you live.

[@renatocsb2]

You're absolutely right! It is a nightmare!

[@rochrides8730]

Please, it’s not that hard to change I hope everyone that has one sells them to me cheap I can change both tires in a half hour and do it correctly also I will put self healing tires on them when they go flat. You just need clamps , tire irons and tire lube and a little bit of IQ . I hear people complaining about little repairs like this , now I know why other countries are kicking our asses with innovation ( our kids are dumb quitters lol

[@kendracurtis2046]

Does anyone know 1. Where to get o-ring for rear wheel 2. What the size is as my has worn away I have tried many places no luck any advice would be great

[@PostPardom]

My issue is that little air valve popped out. And I can't get it to stay in without shooting out. Any tips on how to re install a shot out valve?

[@robertgrayson5919]

Once the tire is off, how difficult is it to remove the rotor? My nephew asked me to replace his.

[@l.i.z.a.r.d]

is it normal for the battery box to blink when i disconnected the red wire ??

[@renatocsb2]

Thanks for sharing this walkthrough video. I have one question, how come did your tire came out so easily? I could get one side off but the other one is stuck. It does not get lose like yours. Any tips? Thank you!

[@c00lnm33]

would a 10x3 inch tire be able to fit

[@oscarruiz6206]

Not on the kqi3 10 inch is for max

[@viv758]

Would ninebot G30 tires work?

[@romainrisselin2956]

ty for this video it will help me so much

[@ScootLetsGo]

Thank you

[@chrisisaksson]

Where did you get the back break from??😮

[@davidsandroni7237]

He says you have to get the the battery but then never shows how to do it. Where is this "last video" where he shows how to take it off? Seems like a pretty crucial step to leave out lol

[@MrEgyptianperson]

it is his video on how to change the baterries

[@ActionQuackson]

Thanks for the video! What size rotor should i order if i have to to replace it?

[@IAMBTJGAMING]

What is the size of the valve I have to replace mine

[@emerys1312]

Nice video.... A tire is a tire and when seating the bead some soapy water (or other tire lubricant like they use at tire shops) would have helped you immensely! Dry rubber on the rim is very difficult to seat, but with soapy water I bet you would not have had any issues! It's like any other tire for that matter.

[@ScootLetsGo]

Hey. I probably didn’t show it in this video. But I did use soapy water. No luck for me unfortunately. I even used a silicone lubricant

[@Bergwacht]

looks bonedry

[@jasonsamuel4110]

Is this the same way to do a rear wheel on a kqi2?

[@HolyCowLookAtThatOverThere]

Do you have a video on how to replace the ball bearings for the rear tire?

[@peterah7957]

I have something to update now I have had received a flat I've attempted to repair the hole with the tubeless repair kit ....It worked for about 2 days of normal use . I believe three tyres are of low quality rubber ...the hole was the smallest and it seemed to be easily punctured ....I recommend a change of tyre maybe switch to self healing tyre or solid like they have put in the nui q air ....This process to remove the back tyre is ridiculous.. I'm using this video on the weekend to put my spare tyre on then I'll be purchasing solid tyres for the future .

[@amodelanime2]

Great video, Do you know the psi for it? Mine is kid a low

[@ScootLetsGo]

The manufacturer recommends 32psi. But I usually put mine to around 40/45psi.

[@CameramanYT123]

50-55

[@David-xi3zh]

Hello, you know how can i change the cargo entry cover because is broken and i don't know what can i do and where can i find this part. Thanks

[@prolifiq7734]

My back brake disc got damaged what do I do

[@alancordeiro3491]

I had the rear tire going flat after riding for 30min/day, for 2 months. Got it changed at a good shop, same brand and model, lasted 3 weeks, cost 70 euros. The tires have gel to make it last longer, but it seems like tiny scattered stones on cobblestone perforate it, despite the ads saying you can ride on nearly any terrain...

[@JKentBeatsMuzik]

Is there anything I can do to be able to get air in my tire if it doesn’t sit right on the rim?

[@Robert-u5w9q]

Ratchet strap around tyre

[@monishniveth8918]

Hi can you show how to waterproof the scooter . I am trying to do it with silicon sealant. Tutorial would be really helpfull

[@MIGHTYM4RS]

Ugh i wanted to change the tire on my own but after this im def not equipped

[@SU-gg4cb]

Damn, I have exactly the same model of electric scooter, and I didn't thought that changing a tire would be a pain in the ass 😳

[@ScootLetsGo]

It’s the same with most scooter unfortunately

[@SU-gg4cb]

@@carbrickscity I agree but with solid tires you have definitely less confort and grip

[@jessethomson8475]

This is a garbage design. Don't buy them. Changing a tire should not be this difficult. The company should be sued.

[@milo8425]

Solid tires warp over time, then you're trying to change a solid tire

[@DonaldS437]

not really@@ScootLetsGo

[@jeffrendered3564]

love my niu scooter, but im going to go with electric bicycles. it's safer, parts are easy to find and any bike shop can work on it. to me, it's just not worth the hassle especially when these tires leak all the time. thanks for the video.

[@stevermacsoucher1625]

Honestly, I only made the switch because my ebike was stolen, and I could get the scooter in the video for like 300 dollars off. I find the parts easy to find my back tire popped and they had replacment tires for both models. And they also had them on Amazon.

[@jyyejeka2549]

Witch wire is the soeed limiter

[@mounirouahid6423]

I have one and it shut down and doesn't want to work can you help me?

[@chavajaimes2978]

How u get the e battery off

[@zabylubi5034]

Hi i need Airless Gummi tier for Niu kqi3 pro plz answer my Question i rely need help wear can i bay❓😢

[@marianbundel1229]

You're the best!

[@xbb88fx]

Changed my tired and now my scooter won't turn on. Anyone have any idea as to why?

[@cheche1301]

What i don't understand is why Niu would make it where, you have to take apart the top of the frame just to replace the back tire? i mean don't they realize replacing tire is part of common maintenance?

[@paulainsworth7882]

I wonder if it deals with the rear tire providing most of the power as far as momentum on an e scooter, yeah it's a huge pain to do it

[@cbpuzzle]

I was thinking I like it because I lock my KQi3 Max through the back axle/frame space opposite the brake disc side. If it was easy to remove then anyone could just steal it.

[@genesises]

@@cbpuzzle someone willing to use tools to remove it could just bring a bolt cutter for your lock :p

[@oohhbehave]

Very helpful, thank you for making these videos!

[@MohammadAdnan-do1ie]

Even the tutorial guy is struggling

[@mtg_synergizer6022]

Your description doesn't say wrench needed please fix thanks

[@totoabicyclette7100]

if I buy a gen2 hub motor (starting with a 9) for a Ninebot G30 and put it on my gen1 (starts with '6' ), will I get all the benefit from a gen2 motor, or are there other elements of the scooter that changed -like the controller or something?

[@Iamthedude]

Idk the difference is the motor from the 1st to 2nd gen but if the 2nd gen in rated for more wattage then likely no. The controller needs to be able to output correct voltage and wattage. For example I cant install a 58v 2000watt motor on kqi3. Just won’t work with the 48v system, also the controller can’t output 2000watts. Hope this helps.

[@kennethjoseph8360]

I couldn't do they completely glued my tire to the rim on the qui3 max ...impossible to do this

[@derrekb4501]

Yeah you should have used soapy water as lube on the rim of the tires, I've seen auto mechanics do this on car. You will hear the pop if you used soap water, without it, its like dry sex, painful! :)

[@RussHess-j2s]

I suggest that you remove the brake rotor before trying to dismount and mount the tire. This will prevent the rotor from being damaged.

[@nikkogomez3648]

Cómo se saca la tapa superior?

[@milad4flowers]

We want a video of connecting a theft alarm with battery

[@yournumberonepal]

Thanks for that, now I will purchase a scooter that uses tubeless split rims. 😱

[@108mtsan]

You mean tubed split rims. Only tubed tires have split rims. Tubeless tires always have a single solid rim.

[@yournumberonepal]

@@108mtsan There are tubeless split rims as well. You use an O-Ring between the two rims to hold the air.

[@willybaldy1999]

@@yournumberonepal Good luck finding models that have that.

[@maxmanus4637]

I did make it in the end to change tire..But brutaly scratched it on inside there🙄

[@thehobbit4162]

I got it on but cant get the seal to fully pop on where it’s supposed to be part if the tire is to far into the motor 😂😂

[@brawnlis1]

They ask me for 150 euros just to change a back tire 😂😂😂 i just do it my self thanks

[@johngombas5308]

I suggest putting a ratchet strap around the tyre , then start pumping.

[@123lilflako]

Explain? 😮

[@Michael-nm2jy]

@@123lilflako kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3yTgWiDe5ycpas different tire same concept

[@cbpuzzle]

@@123lilflako Any small tie down ratchet strap used for truck beds and roof racks. Put it around the circumference of the tire and tighten it. It forces the beads outward onto the rim to seal air. Then pump.

[@alex_jermaine]

Do these tires ever get flats?

[@ScootLetsGo]

There is a possibility of any air filled tire to get flat.

[@jessethomson8475]

I just got a flat. I ran over a sharp object and punctured the tire. These scooters have a garbage design. Changing a tire should not be this difficult. Don't buy these scooters. Garbage design.

[@98babyrere72]

Anyone having issues with niu not contacting them regarding spare parts i left additional emails still nothing i submit after sales request weeks ago still nothing

[@Diremagic]

Why do they make removing rear tires so damn hard when its the one that goes flat the easiest.

[@ScootLetsGo]

It’s a bit more complex at the back end. You have the motor cables. So they need to be protected.

[@mrgrantsr]

I agree, they should have included a "quick connect" plug to disconnect the cable.

[@paulainsworth7882]

@@mrgrantsr that would be smart engineering, sadly I don't think that is commonly practiced

[@cbpuzzle]

I lock my KQi3 Max through the back frame/axle space. If the tire was easy to access it'd be stolen by now.

[@gekookeg3705]

It´s a pain in the ass change this tire 😬😬

[@stormwolfStreams]

Why is it such a pain in the rear

[@verkakoscanka]

Fajnie ale szkoda że nie pokazałeś jak ściągnąć tą powierzchnię na której się stoi

[@ScootLetsGo]

Hi, I did show that in my last video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5PLn5qEntSMqqM you can see that here

[@juanarturofuenteslopez1155]

Ahora falta que pongas como quitar la tapa de arriba , por qué empiezas el vídeo ya desarmando eso y cuando terminas no explicas cómo ponerlo

[@Stu_DLNGR]

2:31 3mm* on my Max. Fender is 2.5

[@mrlmt6191]

It's same with kqi 2 pro

[@saladindickson4459]

Hey my tire is leaking air think its time to buy a hew scooter

[@r3volt97]

Topeak Joe Blow Booster Tubeless Floor Pump and you won't need a shop to inflate your tire

[@christopherdiaz1038]

I'm doing this shit now without disconnecting the battery cause I don't have a heat gun nor do I want to take off the rubber mat. I'm using a different tire, so I'm just hoping they seal properly they're the same size but different thread pattern. Things I'm considering getting a: Ebike to not deal with this nonsense A rubber cutter to just cut the tires off which also could be used on any other rubber tires I might have to deal with.

[@123lilflako]

How did it go?