Moderate

Fix a roadside flat tire

Make the bike safe and repair a simple tube puncture away from home.

Estimated time30 minutesDifficultyModerateGuide version1
Safety first

Stop riding immediately on a flat tire.

Power off and remove the battery before wheel work.

Symptoms

  • Tire loses pressure
  • Bike feels unstable
  • Visible puncture or embedded object

Possible causes

  • Sharp debris
  • Pinch puncture
  • Valve damage

Tools you’ll need

Tire levers Correct spare tube or patch kit Compact pump
Follow in order

Repair steps

1

Move to safety

Stop away from traffic, power off, and stabilize the bike.

Never repair beside moving traffic.
2

Find the puncture

Inspect the tread and remove sharp debris only after noting its position.

Wear gloves around glass or metal.
3

Repair or replace the tube

Release one tire bead with plastic levers, patch or replace the tube, and lightly inflate it.

Do not pinch the tube with a lever.
4

Reseat and inflate

Work the bead evenly into the rim, confirm the valve is straight, and inflate to the tire’s marked range.

Do not exceed the sidewall maximum.
Final check

Verify the repair

All checks passed. You’re ready to ride.
Need more help?

Still not fixed?

If these checks do not solve the problem, stop riding and contact an authorized Glafit service partner. Note any error code and what you already tried.

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