Installation of solid tires (MPK85) on Wayscral Kickway E1
We will now see how to install MPK85 solid tires on the front and rear wheels of a Wayscral Kickway E1 electric scooter.
Preparation for MPK85 solid tire installation
The first step is to remove your wheels, take off your old tires, remove the brake discs, and securely close the rims.
You can find detailed instructions on how to do this in our other tutorials for changing the front and rear tires.
Removing the front wheel
You can follow the initial steps of the tutorial:
🔗 Changing the Front Wheel of Wayscral Kickway E1
The tools you will need are:
A 19mm socket or wrench + A 5mm Allen key + A 3mm Allen key
Removing the rear wheel
You can follow the initial steps of this tutorial:
🔗 Changing the Rear Wheel of Wayscral Kickway E1
For the rear wheel, you will need:
A 17mm wrench + A 4mm Allen key + A 3mm Allen key
Preparation for MPK85 solid tire installation
After removing your old tires, here are the steps we recommend you follow.
First, boil some water.
Then, immerse your solid tires in hot water for 10-15 minutes. This will soften the tire rubber all the way to the center, making installation easier.
Next, set up a chair to ensure stability and comfort. Prepare the following items next to you:
- liquid soap
- tire levers
- absorbent paper (paper towel)
We want to emphasize that there are different ways to mount a solid tire, and here we are showing you the method we believe to be the best, most efficient, and the one we use at MoovMoov. However, feel free to use your preferred method. In any case, it requires some force, and we are here to show you that with the right technique and tools, it can be done.
Mounting the solid tire on the rear wheel (motor)
Here, we will start with the installation on the rear wheel.
Take your solid tire and remove any excess water.
Apply a few drops of soap to the inner surface of the tire, the edges of the rim, and the flat edges of your tire levers. You can dry your hands to prevent slipping.
Check the direction of rotation of the tire, ensuring that the lines point toward the front of the scooter.
Place the rear wheel inside the solid tire and position your feet on the motor to prevent it from moving.
Slide your tire levers between the rim and the tire, levering them while pushing down with your feet on the wheel. With this technique, the solid tire will slide upward and fit into place on the wheel.
Here, I was fortunate, and the tire fit perfectly into the rim on the first try. You will see that installing the tire on the front wheel will be less smooth. If you have someone next to you, it’s easier to ask for their help.
Mounting the puncture-proof tire on the front wheel
Now let’s move on to the front wheel, and the procedure is exactly the same. Lubricate the rim, the inside of the tire, and the tips of your tools with soap.
Check the direction of rotation of the tire.
Here are the steps to install the puncture-proof tire on the front rim.
Here, the tire didn’t fit perfectly around the wheel. To center it, insert a tire lever between the tire and the rim, and lift it slightly to make it slide and lock into the grooves.
Tips and Conclusion
In this tutorial, we installed MPK85 solid tires. We find these tires to be excellent because they don’t wear out quickly, and they have hollow structures, making them lighter and more flexible than other tires.
We also used Hercules tire levers, which, based on our experience, are our preferred and most reliable tools for changing and installing scooter tires without feeling frustrated.
However, if you have a tight budget and don’t want to invest in high-quality tools, you can still use long flathead screwdrivers. We have tried them before, and they work, but it’s less easy. Just be cautious because there is a risk of them breaking or bending, which would require buying new ones.
So, with all that said, we hope this tutorial will assist you effectively.
Other tutorials that may interest you
Replacing the tyre and inner tube of the FRONT wheel of a Wayscral Kickway E1 scooter.
How to change the tyre and inner tube of a Wayscral Kickway E1 electric scooter (Front Wheel). Step-by-step guide for an easy repair.
Replacing the REAR tyre and inner tube of Wayscral Kickway E1
Electric scooter Wayscral Kickway E1 : How to change the FRONT wheel (tire and inner tube). Step-by-step guide for an easy repair.
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