Step-by-step: How to reseat tiresUpdated 6 days ago

Reseating Tires

Properly reseating a tire is essential for safe, smooth riding - especially on scooters using tubeless setups. Below are the recommended tools, inspection steps, and reseating procedure.

Requirements

• High-volume air pump (electric pump or, ideally, an air compressor - especially for tubeless tires)

Initial Checks

Before attempting to reseat the tire, perform a quick inspection:

• Check the tire for damage.
  Examine the bead, tread, and sidewalls.
  Note: Damage to the sidewall, bead, or any large puncture/slash makes the tire unsafe and unrepairable.

• Inspect the motor rim.
  Look for sharp edges, dents, bends, or irregular divots. These can prevent the tire from inflating properly.
  In most cases, a damaged rim means the motor should be replaced, as the tire may never seat correctly.

How to Reseat the Tire

1. Fully deflate the tire.
   To do this, simply use a small tool or pen to press on the valve pin of your tire. Make sure the bead unseats completely from the rim on both sides.

2. Prepare for inflation.
   Begin pumping air into the tire while applying pressure on the tread. This helps guide the bead closer to the rim.

3. Check the recommended PSI.
   All tires list their PSI rating on the sidewall - do not exceed it.

4. Optional: Use a strap or belt.
   If the bead isn’t catching, wrap a belt or ratchet strap around the center of the tire and tighten. This compresses the tread and expands the sidewalls outward, helping the bead meet the rim.

5. Verify the bead is seated.
   Once the tire holds pressure, spin the wheel by hand (with the pump and strap disconnected) and check for wobble or uneven seating.

6. Repeat if necessary.
   If you notice wobble, deflate and repeat the process until the tire spins straight.

Consistently reseating the tire properly ensures safe, stable riding and helps guarantee your tire runs true until it’s time for a replacement.