Rover X1 wheels to point feet: a safe, variant-specific checklist
Identify the kit before using a tool
The Dobot Rover X1, also sold as INFFNI Rover X1, is offered in Air, Standard and Pro versions. The manufacturer's manual describes point-foot and wheeled-foot configurations. Its conversion procedure applies specifically to buyers of the combined point-foot plus wheeled-foot series. For those units, wheels are fitted at the factory and four point-foot accessories are included. Do not assume that every Rover X1 box contains both sets. Check the invoice, exact variant, package contents and all four point feet first. The ROBOLERO model page can help identify the family, but your seller must confirm the delivered configuration.
Prepare a stable work area
Read the manual supplied for the exact unit. Put the robot in a stable position using the manufacturer's instructions, then power it off completely. The manual expressly requires power-off before changing point feet or wheeled feet. Do not perform this work while the robot moves, charges or rests insecurely. Keep a clean surface, a container for the original screws and all four matching accessories ready. Stop if the fasteners, wiring or parts do not match the drawings; ask the manufacturer or seller instead of guessing.
| Check | What to confirm | If uncertain |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | Combined point-foot and wheel-foot series | Request the exact order code |
| Parts | Four original point-foot accessories | Do not start the swap |
| Power | Robot fully off and stable | Shut down and reposition |
| Fasteners | Screws and wheel cable identified | Ask support |
Remove the wheel modules
Section 3.8 of the Dobot manual instructs the owner to remove the fixing screws on the thigh and calf, disconnect the wheeled-foot communication cable near the thigh joint, and store the removed wheel assembly, screws and cable safely in the original box. Handle the connector, not the wire. A cable pulled across an exposed joint can be damaged. The manual does not state one universal screw torque in this section, so do not invent a number or force a resistant fastener. If your hardware looks different, stop and compare it with the document for your variant.
Fit and check the point feet
Take a point-foot accessory from the box, align it with the calf, insert it and secure it using the indicated screws. Repeat one leg at a time for the remaining three wheel modules. Before powering on, check that all four feet match, fasteners are present and no cable is loose near a moving joint. Keep other people and animals away for the first restart. Begin with a stable pose and a slow movement on a level floor, leaving enough room for an immediate stop. If motion or sound is abnormal, switch off and seek technical support.
KhanFlicks shows a Rover X1 conversion in an independent review. That film documents one sample; it does not replace the manufacturer's procedure or prove that every version and firmware behaves identically. The manual also lists different movement modes for point feet and wheel feet. A successful swap is not a guarantee of autonomous stair climbing or equal grip on all surfaces.
Choose the configuration for your actual task
Point feet and wheels serve different movement needs. Compare floor type, available space, slope, control method, stopping procedure, spare parts and warranty before deciding. For a used robot, ask for one continuous demonstration of both configurations and photographs of the connectors, screws and four accessories. An incomplete kit may make conversion impossible even when an advertisement says “wheels and legs”.
This is a documentary guide, not a hands-on repair by ROBOLERO. Consult the Dobot manual, INFFNI product page, KhanFlicks review and further ROBOLERO guides.