Battery Draining Fast / Short Range

How to Fix It

1. Switch to Standard or Eco mode.

   Open the Mi Home app, go to the scooter settings, and change the riding mode to Standard or Eco. Sport mode draws peak current and can reduce range by 30–40% compared to Eco mode on the same route. Eco mode is designed for maximum range per charge.

2. Check and inflate tire pressure.

   Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, causing the motor to work harder and drain the battery faster. Inflate tires to the recommended pressure printed on the tire sidewall — typically 40–50 PSI. Check pressure monthly as tires naturally lose air over time.

3. Turn off the headlight when not needed.

   The Xiaomi scooter headlight draws continuous power from the battery. In daylight conditions where the light is not needed for safety, turn it off using the handlebar button to reduce the electrical load. At night, keep it on — the power saving is not worth compromising visibility.

4. Perform a battery calibration cycle.

   Ride the scooter until the battery depletes completely and the scooter shuts off. Immediately charge it to 100% in a single uninterrupted session. This recalibrates the BMS state-of-charge counter and can correct inaccurate range displays and drain readings.

5. Check battery health in the Mi Home app.

   Open Mi Home, navigate to the scooter's battery health section, and review the cycle count and estimated remaining capacity. A battery with less than 70% of its original capacity will deliver noticeably reduced range. Contact Xiaomi support if the scooter is under warranty and battery health is critically low.