Scooter Wheel Buyer's Guide: Sizes, Width & Hardness

Wheels change how your scooter rolls, grips and feels. Here’s what the numbers mean, what fits your scooter, and how to install them right.

Wheel size: diameter

  • 100 mm: the old standard, now mostly found on entry-level scooters. Lighter and a bit cheaper, but slower, and there are fewer choices.
  • 110 mm: still the standard. Most riders, park and street, ride 110s. Every aftermarket fork fits them, they’re light and easy to handle, and there’s more choice than any other size.
  • 115 mm: a middle option that a few brands offer. Check that your fork has clearance before buying.
  • 120 mm: faster and smoother on rough ground, and they lift the deck about 5 mm higher, which helps with bigger decks in turns. Some riders love them for speed, but they need a fork and deck with enough room.

Does the weight matter? Less than you’d think. Going from 100 to 110 mm adds about 65 g per pair, and from 110 to 120 about 80 g. Speed is the difference you’ll actually feel. 100mm wheels. Why!?!

UrbanArtt Civic 110x24mm freestyle scooter wheels
Example: the UrbanArtt Civic 110x24mm, a standard 110 mm wheel.

Wheel size: width

  • 24 mm: the standard width. If a wheel doesn’t list a width, it’s 24 mm.
  • 26 mm: a slightly wider wheel on a standard 24 mm core. It’s a great way to get more grip and a better feel without changing your fork or deck.
  • 30 mm: more and more popular, especially for street. Wider wheels give better grip and absorb more vibration.

Check the core width, not just the wheel width. The core is the metal part that holds the bearings, and your fork has to fit it. 24 mm cores fit every standard fork. A 30 mm wheel can have a 24 mm or a 30 mm core, so check before buying. See the forks guide.

Trynyty Exodus 120x30mm wide freestyle scooter wheels
Example: the Trynyty Exodus 120x30mm, a wide 120 mm wheel.

Hardness (durometer)

Wheel hardness is measured on the “A” scale. Most scooter wheels are around 88A, a good balance for most riders.

  • Softer (lower number): more grip and a smoother ride on rough ground, but they wear faster and roll a bit slower.
  • Harder (higher number): faster on smooth surfaces and longer-lasting, but they slide more easily.

Few brands make different compounds for different riding styles, so most riders never need to think about it. Ride any wheel anywhere you want.

12 Standard (12STD)

12STD is a separate system that uses 12 mm axles and bearings instead of the usual 8 mm, for bigger 125x30mm wheels and extra strength. It needs a compatible deck and fork, so don’t mix 12STD and standard parts. Introduction to the 12 Standard · 12STD buyer’s guide

Installation tips

  • Tighten the axle bolt firmly. Each wheel has two bearings with a spacer between them, so it’s built to take the pressure. A well-tightened wheel that spins a little less is better than a loose one that spins more.
  • Don’t judge a wheel by spinning it in the air. Stand on the scooter and roll. That’s how it should feel smooth.

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Related: Forks guide · Decks guide · 100mm wheels. Why!?! · Freestyle scooter buyer’s guide