Stunt Scooter Wheels
Enhance Your Stunt Scooter with Superior Wheels
Your new stunt scooter wheels await discovery on this page. You’ll find every width, size, and an extensive array of designs, allowing you to select the pair that aligns perfectly with your scooter.
Swapping to fresh wheels noticeably impacts your ride. They alter the feel, handling, and responsiveness of your scooter. With the appropriate wheels, your scooter will feel revitalised. Prior to purchasing, ensure the wheels are suitable for your setup. Below, clear answers to frequently asked questions about stunt scooter wheels are provided.
Stunt Scooter Wheel Compatibility Guide
Utilise this guide to ensure you're selecting wheels compatible with your scooter:
Verify that the wheel diameter suits your fork and deck
- Installing larger wheels than your fork and deck are designed for is not feasible
- 110 mm is the most typical diameter for scooter wheels
Confirm the wheel width suits your fork and deck
- Ensure that your fork and deck can fit the wheel width you select
- The most common width for scooter wheels is 24 mm
- If selecting wider wheels, ensure your fork and deck support that dimension
- For wheels narrower than your fork and deck’s maximum capacity, use spacers to bridge the gap.
For a 12STD setup, ensure wheel compatibility with 12STD
- 12STD wheels require a fork and deck aligned with the 12STD standard
- 12STD wheels feature larger 6001 bearings with a 12 mm interior diameter
- 12STD wheels necessitate thicker 12 mm axles
Essential Characteristics of Stunt Scooter Wheels
Consider several technical aspects when selecting new stunt scooter wheels, each influencing how your scooter reacts to motions.
Wheel diameter
- Larger wheels enhance speed and stability
- Smaller wheels are lighter, offering more agility
- Typical diameters include 100 mm, 110 mm, 115 mm, and 120 mm
Wheel width
- Wider wheels provide increased grip
- Narrower wheels are faster but have less grip
Wheel profile
- Flat profiles afford more grip and stability
- Narrow profiles yield greater speed and agility
- Round profiles balance between flat and narrow
Core material
- Aluminium cores are robust and ideal for tricks
- Nylon cores are lighter and apt for novices and children (not advisable for tricks)
Core design
- Solid core – The most robust option, though also heaviest
- Hollow core – Exceptionally strong yet lighter than solid cores
- Spoked core – Robust and lightweight
- Perforated core – Balances weight and performance well
For emphasis on durability, opt for a solid core. Beyond that, choosing among these core designs often hinges on aesthetics.
Wheel hardness
- Harder urethane is more durable but less grippy
- Softer urethane offers greater grip but wears quicker
The typical hardness range is between 84A and 90A on the durometer scale.
Signs You May Need New Stunt Scooter Wheels
Worn wheels can degrade your performance. To determine if it’s time to replace your stunt scooter wheels, watch for these indicators:
- Cracks appearing in the rubber
- Development of flat spots
- Damage to the cores
These signs clearly indicate an upgrade is necessary. At this point, replacing the wheels rejuvenates your scooter's feel.
For riders frequently using their scooter, wheel changes may be necessary every few months. Infrequent riders might see longer wheel longevity.
Should Both Scooter Wheels Be Replaced Simultaneously?
Replacing both wheels concurrently enhances balance between the front and rear, ensuring consistent overall performance.
Replace both wheels if:
- Both show significant wear or flat spots
- Consistent performance between front and rear is desired
- Transitioning to a different wheel type or hardness
Replace one wheel if:
- Only one wheel is damaged
- You are acquiring the same type of wheel
Do Stunt Scooter Wheels Come With Bearings?
Most wheels for stunt scooters include pre-installed bearings, simplifying installation and ensuring readiness. Always verify the product details or images to confirm the inclusion of bearings.
Are Stunt Scooter Wheels Simple to Install?
Indeed, and we offer a video tutorial to assist: How to install scooter wheels.