6 recommendations for the correct maintenance of your electric skateboard

Due to rising fuel prices, more and more people are turning to alternative mobility solutions for our daily lives. We can have many mobility solutions, train, bus, bicycle … but especially one of the solutions is the one that is taking more boom in recent times, is the electric skateboard. And if we are walking down the street and look around us we can find more than one person moving from one side to another with these skates.

Let’s say you have decided to buy one of these skates and you want to be a little autonomous when it comes to maintenance. Are you clear about the points to check for the proper maintenance of the electric skateboard? Where would you start? In order to solve the doubts that may arise in the maintenance of your electric skateboard we have prepared the following 6 points to consider for the proper maintenance of your electric skateboard:

Drive carefully, especially on curbs.

We have to start by mentioning that this is one of the most important points if we want to avoid a major breakdown. Keep in mind that electric scooters have their motor integrated in the wheel axle. If we go at a very high speed and jump a curb or pothole, the blow directly affects the axle and as a consequence will directly affect the motor. That is why every time we go up or down a curb, it is recommended that we do it at a slow speed and without hitting big bumps.

Wheels

The wheels are one of the elements that have more wear in a skate. It must be taken into account that the wheel diameter of the skate is very small and therefore the wear is greater than that of a motorcycle, for example. In the wheels we have two points to take into account:

Tire pressure

Maintaining the proper tire pressure in the skate will result in less wear and tear and longer battery life. If the tire pressure is too low the skate has to make more effort to maintain speed and this obviously directly affects the battery autonomy. It is recommended to check the tires at least every two weeks.

Wear of the electric skateboard tires

The wear of the tires is another thing that we must take into account. As we have mentioned, the diameter of the wheels of the electric skateboard are smaller than other vehicles and the wear is greater, especially in skates with a smaller wheel diameter. Change the tire every time the tread has completely disappeared and you can avoid a fall due to poor grip of the wheel.

Brakes

The speed of these skates is limited by law to 25 km / h and although it may seem little, it is a speed more than enough to go everywhere. At this speed, if at any given moment we want to make an emergency stop, it is very important that the brakes are in optimal conditions.

Brake adjustment of the electric skate

The skates normally use mechanical disc brakes and in this type of brakes the manual readjustment with certain frequency is very important for the good operation. In order to perform this task successfully we will have to resort to a set of hex keys.

Checking the brake pads

As the kilometers go by we have probably made a few adjustments in the brakes of the skate and there will come a certain point in which it will be necessary to change the brake pads. To be able to perform this task successfully we will need to have a complete set of hex keys and maybe a screwdriver, depending on the type of skate.

Chassis

With the passage of kilometers we will have lived many adventures with our skate and all the movements of up and down sidewalks, potholes and others, will make certain screws will have looseness and we will have to retighten them. For it, it is important to have a set of screwdrivers, hex keys and some pliers to have the skate always ready. Among the different points that we will have to check we can find the following:

Handlebars

On many skates the handlebars fold up for easy transport. It is important to check the joints from time to time to prevent the handlebars from coming out of their cavities. Tighten the necessary screws and grease the system well if you see that any of the parts do not fit properly.

Lights

Thanks to the lighting system we will be able to see on days with less light, but more importantly, we can be seen by other people or vehicles that may be on the road. Check the bulbs regularly.

Shock absorbers

Not all skates have suspension systems, but the more sophisticated ones do. It is important to have the suspension well lubricated and the bolts tightened properly so that it works properly. We recommend that you check the entire system every 200-300kms.

Folding system of the skate

The folding system is always located at the bottom of the scooter, which means that some dirt can accumulate in the area. For a good maintenance of the folding system of the scooter we will have to clean everything well with soap and water and apply grease from time to time. In some cases it is advisable to readjust all the screws that we can have in the folding system for its proper functioning.

Catadioptrics

The catadioptrics are another important element in the safety of a skate. Thanks to them we can be seen at night. That is why it is important to check that we wear them because with the passage of kilometers and use we can lose them.

Battery

The battery of the electric skate is the heart of the skate. If we misuse, modify the skate or do wrong loads, the battery life may drop significantly or even in extreme cases can cause a fire with damage that we want to avoid. That is why, if we want to make more kilometers with a battery it is advisable to follow the following steps:

Do not let the battery of the electric skateboard go below 10%:

It is not recommended to lower the battery below 10% of its capacity. Therefore, we recommend charging the battery if you expect to reach this limit. On the other hand, if you do not intend to use the skate for some time, we recommend charging once a month to increase the battery life.

Check the battery life:

If we see that the performance of the battery drops or the operation of the skate is not correct it may be time to replace the battery of the skate.

Cleaning

Electric skates spend a lot of time on the street amidst dust, water and dirt in general. For the proper functioning of all components in general, it is important to clean them from time to time. Of course, we must be careful because the skate is an element with electronic components and if we make a wrong cleaning we can damage its internal parts. For this purpose, it is recommended to use specific cleaning tools and products and, above all, to be very careful with each of the connections.

Tools for the maintenance of the electric skate:

If we want to carry out all these maintenance checks of the skate properly, we will need specific tools for the adjustment of the components. For this we recommend that you have a complete toolbox with the necessary tools. Among the different tools we recommend the following:

Wrench set:

Hexagonal wrenches are going to be an element that we are going to use with some regularity for tightening loose screws, adjusting the brakes and general maintenance of the entire skate. That is why it is advisable to have a set in our toolbox. Bianditz has two interesting references for tightening hex head bolts, on the one hand, the hex wrench set and on the other hand, the knife wrench set, a very portable and small set that we can always carry with us.

Wrenches:

The wrenches are a tool that we can use occasionally for the correct maintenance of our skate. This type of tool will be interesting to loosen the wheels or adjust the suspension.

Screwdrivers for the maintenance of the electric skate:

A set of screwdrivers can not miss if we want to do a good maintenance on our electric skate. With it we can adjust brakes, levers, different screws of the structure in general… In Bianditz we have a series of very interesting sets of screwdrivers to perform the proper maintenance of your skate. In this case we recommend the set of screwdrivers with PH and Flat tips.

Insulated screwdrivers:

If you are an expert user in the maintenance of electric skateboards, you will want to go a step further and be able to do the maintenance of the electronic components of the skateboard on your own. To do this, since you are working with an electrified environment, it is best to have an insulated screwdriver kit to avoid any sparks. In Bianditz we have a very complete set of insulated screwdrivers that will help you to manipulate the skate without any problem.

Pliers

The pliers are a very important tool if we want to adjust the brake cable, for example. With it we will be able to pull with a hand of the cable, while we close the screw with the other one.

Specific bit kit with bit holder handle

If you are looking for an all-in-one maintenance kit, it is advisable to have a screwdriver bit kit complete with a bit holder handle so you don’t have to worry about having several tools. In the Bianditz catalog you will find a series of screwdriver bit sets and a mini size ratchet bit holder handle. Thanks to the combination of the two we will have a very functional and versatile tool for the repair and maintenance of our electric skateboard.

Buy tools for the maintenance of the electric skate:

If you need any tool for the maintenance of your electric skateboard, do not hesitate to ask for Bianditz professional tools in your nearest hardware store. If, on the other hand, you need a specific tool for the correct maintenance of your electric skateboard, Bianditz as a tool manufacturer has certain productive capacities to be able to give shape to your needs. Please contact us to manage your needs.