How to Change KQI3 Rear Tire
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Changing the tire on any scooter is always difficult without the know-how and the right tools. And the rear tire on the KQI3 is no different. Here's how to change the rear tire on the KQI3.
Getting the rear wheel off and taking the tire off is a relatively straightforward job involving some minimal tools. However, putting the tire back on again became a little more challenging compared to the front tire as you will see in this video.
If you haven't already, check out the last video on How to Change the KQI3 Battery. You have to get into the battery compartment before you can take off the rear wheel.
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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! ❤
Great video! Newfound respect to the guys that have to do this as a job
@Gwizz1027
Жыл бұрын
or idk, Niu can just put solid tires on the damn thing.
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
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
Жыл бұрын
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✌️
@user-gf9ui6ek1j
Жыл бұрын
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
4 ай бұрын
A cycle pump worked for me
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
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
4 ай бұрын
Did you use a air Compresser?
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).
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.
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.
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!
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 KZread!
Thank! You! So! Much! Because of your excellent instructions I was done after 3 hours. Best regards, René
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
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...
Thanks for the video! What size rotor should i order if i have to to replace it?
awesome video, thanks for the walkthrough! I was wondering, is there a way to replace a valve for the back wheel of this scooter without removing the tire, and go through all the process here? I've seen something similar being done for other types of tires for other vehicles but I was wondering if for an e-scooter case, the same maybe not recommended. Cheers!
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
Do you have a video on how to replace the ball bearings for the rear tire?
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 :)
Is this the same as the kqi2 pro version? I need help please 🙏
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!
Hi i need Airless Gummi tier for Niu kqi3 pro plz answer my Question i rely need help wear can i bay❓😢
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
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?
I have one and it shut down and doesn't want to work can you help me?
is it normal for the battery box to blink when i disconnected the red wire ??
Hi can you show how to waterproof the scooter . I am trying to do it with silicon sealant. Tutorial would be really helpfull
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
ty for this video it will help me so much
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
Would ninebot G30 tires work?
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
Жыл бұрын
@@ooow333im having the same problem in LA, did u have any success?
@crocsnosockz
Жыл бұрын
@@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
Жыл бұрын
What was the repair shop called?
@Chillstunna
11 ай бұрын
Where did u take it?
@k7ufo819
11 ай бұрын
@@Chillstunna any good bicycle repair shop
What is the size of the valve I have to replace mine
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
This was a pain. Ever see a monkey eff a football? Yeah. My life with a flat NIU. SMFH
Is this the same way to do a rear wheel on a kqi2?
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!
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
My back brake disc got damaged what do I do
No hace falta desmontar toda la zona eléctrica, asombroso no se mancha ni las manos. Vamos seamos realistas.
@janparson8595
10 ай бұрын
Tienes alguna sugerencia de como desmontar el guardalodo sin tener que desmontar todo eso que él hizo?
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
8 ай бұрын
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.
Once the tire is off, how difficult is it to remove the rotor? My nephew asked me to replace his.
Where did you get the back break from??😮
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
Жыл бұрын
Hi. Thank you. I would suggest hiding it in the battery compartment. You can check out my last video :)
Witch wire is the soeed limiter
Ugh i wanted to change the tire on my own but after this im def not equipped
How u get the e battery off
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...
Getting the bead to sit is impossible on these tires. No shops near me will touch an electric scooter tire. Any tips?
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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.
I couldn't do they completely glued my tire to the rim on the qui3 max ...impossible to do this
Is there anything I can do to be able to get air in my tire if it doesn’t sit right on the rim?
@user-rr4bt9ku6n
4 ай бұрын
Ratchet strap around tyre
You're the best!
would a 10x3 inch tire be able to fit
@oscarruiz6206
Жыл бұрын
Not on the kqi3 10 inch is for max
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
looks bonedry
Does it have to be this specific tire or can I use like 10 inch airless tires?
@moisesalvarez5998
Жыл бұрын
Has to be Same measurements or it won't fit
@addisonbmxx7798
Жыл бұрын
Btw there 9.5 inch tires
@felipecordova4526
Жыл бұрын
Did you do it? I'm also looking to install 10 inch solid tires
@pollockjeffery22
Жыл бұрын
@@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
10 ай бұрын
dude, can your mechanic put on a truck tire for your car? 🤦♂️
Cómo se saca la tapa superior?
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
5 ай бұрын
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
5 ай бұрын
@@skyscotti yess, i just got it, very cheap tools too👌
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
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
Thanks for the video. Watched it pretty much step by step and got my sons tire changed on his kqi3.
Great video, Do you know the psi for it? Mine is kid a low
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
The manufacturer recommends 32psi. But I usually put mine to around 40/45psi.
@CameramanYT123
3 ай бұрын
50-55
Very helpful, thank you for making these videos!
I did make it in the end to change tire..But brutaly scratched it on inside there🙄
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
Жыл бұрын
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.
We want a video of connecting a theft alarm with battery
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
10 ай бұрын
You're absolutely right! It is a nightmare!
@rochrides8730
6 ай бұрын
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
Your description doesn't say wrench needed please fix thanks
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
4 ай бұрын
it is his video on how to change the baterries
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
2 ай бұрын
Don't do the boiling water trick with the Max folks, it will ruin the self healing layer inside the tire.
@marianbundel1229
2 ай бұрын
Make a video please brothaaa
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 😂😂
this is insane for changing a tire
@Trubosslinie
3 ай бұрын
Agreed too much shty I'd rather change all 4 tires on a car then a scooter smh
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
Жыл бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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.
I suggest that you remove the brake rotor before trying to dismount and mount the tire. This will prevent the rotor from being damaged.
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?
Fajnie ale szkoda że nie pokazałeś jak ściągnąć tą powierzchnię na której się stoi
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
Hi, I did show that in my last video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y5ac0MmHmdK_pKQ.html you can see that here
Do these tires ever get flats?
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
There is a possibility of any air filled tire to get flat.
@jessethomson8475
Жыл бұрын
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.
2:31 3mm* on my Max. Fender is 2.5
It's same with kqi 2 pro
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! :)
Hey my tire is leaking air think its time to buy a hew scooter
Why is it such a pain in the rear
They ask me for 150 euros just to change a back tire 😂😂😂 i just do it my self thanks
I suggest putting a ratchet strap around the tyre , then start pumping.
@123lilflako
Жыл бұрын
Explain? 😮
@Michael-nm2jy
Жыл бұрын
@@123lilflako kzread.info/dash/bejne/f39kspeGdprPn6w.html different tire same concept
@cbpuzzle
10 ай бұрын
@@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.
You would think he know tire needs stronger air pressure to do it
It´s a pain in the ass change this tire 😬😬
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
Жыл бұрын
How did it go?
Das ist extrem umständlich den selber zu reparieren. Meine anderen Scooter haben einen Zentralen Motorstecker und dort muss man nicht das ganze Trittbrett abbauen. Also werde ich wenn ich Probleme haben sollte, immer in eine Werkstatt gehen müssen 😢
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
It can be difficult. But I guess this is the way the engineers felt it was cleaner and safter to do
Why do they make removing rear tires so damn hard when its the one that goes flat the easiest.
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
It’s a bit more complex at the back end. You have the motor cables. So they need to be protected.
@mrgrantsr
Жыл бұрын
I agree, they should have included a "quick connect" plug to disconnect the cable.
@paulainsworth7882
Жыл бұрын
@@mrgrantsr that would be smart engineering, sadly I don't think that is commonly practiced
@cbpuzzle
10 ай бұрын
I lock my KQi3 Max through the back frame/axle space. If the tire was easy to access it'd be stolen by now.
Thanks for that, now I will purchase a scooter that uses tubeless split rims. 😱
@108mtsan
8 ай бұрын
You mean tubed split rims. Only tubed tires have split rims. Tubeless tires always have a single solid rim.
@yournumberonepal
8 ай бұрын
@@108mtsan There are tubeless split rims as well. You use an O-Ring between the two rims to hold the air.
@willybaldy1999
2 ай бұрын
@@yournumberonepal Good luck finding models that have that.
You dont show how to remove the baseboard you stand on.
@ScootLetsGo
Жыл бұрын
How to Change KQI3 Battery kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y5ac0MmHmdK_pKQ.html see this video
Why not just plug it they are tubeless, you could just plug the hole and pump it back up.
Topeak Joe Blow Booster Tubeless Floor Pump and you won't need a shop to inflate your tire
With the split hub designs, these are pointless. I have had a flat for months now with mine as I can't get it to take air and everyone seems to have a phobia of scooters near me...
@oscarruiz6206
Жыл бұрын
Same!!!!! Bro I'm figuring it out myself I'll update with any tips
@ganeshramrk6802
Жыл бұрын
Stuck at the last step (popping the bead). Even the garage was struggling to fill as it was leaking as they were trying to get it to pressurize.
yup just ripped the wires righ out.
You skipped a lot of processes of how to remove footwell ( or battery cover ) before disconnecting the motor connection. It doesn't make sense to skip from starting and showing from the middle.
@ScootLetsGo
3 ай бұрын
I did this in 2 parts. Check out the previous video
@jimmyaung5054
Ай бұрын
Thanks for your reply. I follows your video instruction . When I try to test ride. I got error 10 and scooter motor (wheel) not turn. It look like locking. Any suggestion or any help? thanks
Ich habe voll gummi reifen aufgezogen..
its always a nightmare...no matter what scooter you have lol
Even the tutorial guy is struggling
You can just cut out the old tire with a blade or a knife
I’ve had this scooter for 6 months and highly don’t recommend it. Had a lectric bicycle for about 4 years before it gave out on me. This is not an optimal daily commuter.
@Shitbox_runner
11 күн бұрын
Its ok but yh so difficult on maintance
Lol