In this guide, we will show you step by step how to remove, clean or replace the front wheel, drum brake and tire on your VMAX e-scooter VX2 PRO yourself.
Tools required
- Open-end wrench 18 mm
- Allen key 5 mm
- Brake cleaner
- Paper towels
- Mounting lever (2 pieces)
- Tire mounting paste
- compressor
Instructions
Release the brake cable on the front wheel
First loosen the brake cable on the front wheel. To do this, first unscrew the nut and then unhook the cable.
Remove the fixing screw
You can then loosen the fixing screw.
Remove the front wheel
If you now loosen both cap nuts, you have your front wheel loose in your hand.
Clean or replace the drum brake
Once you have removed the front wheel, you can replace the drum brake with a new one or clean the brake.
To do this, open it and wipe it out carefully. Never use any lubricating or soapy cleaners. A brake cleaner is best.
Prepare the tire and deflate it
To change the tire, take the wheel and place it on a stable surface or clamp it. Take care not to damage the axle.
Lubricate the tire generously with the appropriate mounting paste and deflate the tire completely.
Remove the tire from the rim
Set Carefully apply the mounting lever to the tire and lift the tire off the rim piece by piece.
If necessary, clean the inside of the rim before fitting the new tire.
Fitting the new tire
Lubricate the rim and the new tire again with mounting paste.
Pull the new tire back onto the rim using the mounting levers.
Inflating and cleaning the tire
Inflate the tire to approx. 3 bar using the compressor. Then, if necessary, release some air again until the correct pressure is reached.
Then remove all remnants of the mounting paste.
Check the result
After assembly, check that the front wheel is correctly seated and runs freely. Also check that the drum brake is working properly and that the tire is correctly seated on the rim and has the correct air pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about this repair.
Can I clean the drum brake instead of replacing it directly?
Yes, according to the instructions, you can open the drum brake after removing the front wheel and clean it carefully. Only use a suitable brake cleaner and no lubricating or soapy cleaners.
What should I pay particular attention to when changing tires?
Take care not to damage the axle, deflate the tire completely and use sufficient mounting paste. This makes it much easier to remove the tire from the rim and refit it.
What pressure should I use to re-inflate the tire?
The old instructions recommend first inflating the tire to approx. 3 bar and then deflating it again if necessary. It is crucial that the tire is correctly seated and that the final pressure matches your model and use.