Are river glide wheels good?
River Glides are smooth, fast and flowy. Hands down the smoothest wheel in the scooter industry and ideal for hitting the park. Featuring BUFF Core Technology to reduce dehubbing. All River Wheels come with bearing removal slots for taking bearings out with ease.
Can you change the wheels on a scooter?
Align your new wheel with the screw holes in the scooter. Use your allen wrench to align the hole in the middle of the wheel with the openings in the sides of the scooter. Make sure your new wheel is the same size and shape of your old wheel. Your new wheel should also match your scooter’s back wheel.
What size are pro scooter wheels?
The two most common sized pro scooter wheels in the industry are without a doubt 110mm and 100mm. We have seen a few companies start to make 125mm wheels but they haven’t really taken off because in order for them to work you need a bigger fork and a bigger brake.
What wheels are best for scooters?
100mm wheels have been a long-standing favorite of scooter riders as they are readily available and can fit most scooters. However, riders who prefer 110mm wheels are also increasing. 110 wheels do not wear down the bearings as compared to 100mm because of their bigger diameter.
When should you replace your scooter wheels?
As a precaution you should replace your tires after they give a clear sign of aging. As a precaution scooter tires should be changed every 2-3 years.
Can I put bigger wheels on my scooter?
Sorry, but you can’t. The tires and wheels that your scooter comes equipped with are not changeable. Most transportable scooters have solid tires made from a long-lasting plastic material called TPU.
Are bigger scooter wheels better?
That depends on the conditions and speeds you want to ride. The wider surface of rubber inflatable tyres will give you more flexibility and stability. You can go over small bumps more smoothly and even get more speed. Solid wheels are less stable on wet surfaces and when turning.
Which scooter wheels are the fastest?
Proto Grippers grip very easily to any surface, and are one of the fastest wheels in the industry. Grippers are anodized for a longer lasting core.
How many years do scooter tires last?
Never ignore any deformations, cracks in the tread or any external signs of wear for safety reasons. As a precaution you should replace your tires after they give a clear sign of aging. As a precaution scooter tires should be changed every 2-3 years.