E-Bike 36V Owner's manual

Brand: E-Bike

Model: 36V

Category: Bicycles

Type: Owner's manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

36V MODELS

For future reference, please fill in the important information below.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN#)

(Your VIN# can be found on the inward facing surface of the frame seat stay.)

Model Code (Printed on the end of your shipping carton.)

Dealer Name:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Telephone:

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This manual contains important safety, performance and

maintenance information. Read the manual before taking

your first ride on your new E-Bike™, and keep the manual

handy for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. About This Manual 1

Why Should You Read This Manual 1

Important Safety Information 1

Reporting Safety Defects 3

Inspection and Maintenance 3

Inspection and Maintenance Chart 4

2. Operational Instructions 5

Beep/LED Codes 6

Right Hand Controls 7

Left Hand Controls 8

On-Board Battery Charging 9

Care and Cleaning 12

3. Fit and Safety 12

Fit 12

Safety Equipment 17

Mechanical Safety Check 17

4. Riding Safely and Responsibly 19

The Basics 19

Rules of the Road 20

Wet Weather Riding 21

Night Riding 21

5. How Things Work 22

Wheel Quick Release 22

Removing and Installing Bolt-On Wheels 24

Seatpost Quick Release 25

Brakes 26

Shifting 30

Tires and Tubes 33

Bicycle Suspension 35

6. Service and Maintenance 37

Service and Maintenance Schedule 38

Getting Home When Something Breaks 40

Upgrading Your Bike and Equipment 42

About Your Dealer 44

1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL

WHY YOU SHOULD READ THIS MANUAL

This manual was written to help you get the most

performance, comfort, enjoyment and safety when riding

your new E-Bike™.The manual describes specific care and

maintenance procedures that help protect your warranty and

ensure years of trouble free use. Please pay particular

attention to the section on battery charging and

maintenance.

It is important for you to understand your new E-Bike™, its

features and its operation, so you get maximum enjoyment

with maximum safety. By reading this manual before you go

out on your first ride, you'll know how to get the most from

your new E-Bike™.

It is also important that your first ride on a new E-Bike™ is

taken in a controlled environment, away from cars, obstacles

and other cyclists.

GENERAL WARNING:

Cycling can be a hazardous activity even under the best of

circumstances.Proper maintenance of your E-Bike™ is your

responsibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury. This

manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions"

concerning the consequences of failure to maintain or

inspect your E-Bike™. Many of the Warnings and Cautions

say "you may lose control and fall". Because any fall can

result in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the

warning of possible injury or death whenever the risk of

falling is mentioned.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Your E-Bike™ can provide many years of service, fun and

fitness - if you take responsibility for your own safety.

Understand the features of your E-Bike™ and become aware

of the challenges that you will meet on the road. There is

much that you can do to protect yourself while riding. We will

offer many recommendations and safety tips throughout this

manual. The following are those that we feel are most

important.

Always Wear A Helmet!

Helmets significantly reduce the number and severity of head

injuries. Always wear a helmet that complies with your state

laws when riding the E-Bike™. Check with your local police

department for requirements in your community.Do not wear

loose fitting clothing that can become tangled in the moving

parts of the E-Bike™.Wear sturdy shoes and eye protection.

Also check your state laws concerning other protective gear

that may be required when riding the E-Bike™.

WARNING:

Not wearing a helmet significantly increases the chance of

serious injury or death in a crash. Always wear a helmet, eye

protection and appropriate apparel when you ride.

Know your E-Bike™!

Your new E-Bike™ incorporates many features and functions

that have never been built into a bicycle before. Read this

manual thoroughly to understand how those features

enhance your riding pleasure and safety.

Ride Defensively!

One of the most frequent cycling accidents occurs when the

driver of a parked car opens his door into a rider’s path.

Another common occurrence is when a car or another cyclist

moves suddenly into your path. Always be aware of other

vehicles around you. Do not assume that the driver or the

other cyclist sees you. Be prepared to take evasive action or

stop suddenly.

Make Yourself Easy To See!

Make yourself more visible by wearing bright reflective

clothing.Keep your reflectors clean and properly aligned.Use

your head and tail lights in reduced lighting conditions. Signal

your intentions so that drivers and other cyclists can

anticipate your actions. Use your horn when needed to make

your presence known.

Ride Within Your Limits!

Take it slow until you are familiar with the riding conditions

that you encounter. Be especially careful in wet conditions as

traction can be greatly reduced and brakes become less

effective.Never ride faster than conditions warrant or beyond

your riding abilities. Remember that alcohol, drugs, fatigue

and inattention can significantly reduce your ability to make

good judgements and ride safely.

Keep Your E-Bike™ In Safe Condition

Follow the inspection and maintenance guidelines beginning

on page 3. Check critical safety equipment before each and

every ride.

Know The Law

Cyclists are required to follow the rules of the road.

Additionally, some communities regulate the use of

motorized bicycles regarding minimum age requirements and

necessary equipment. Check with your local police

department for specific details.

Offroad Riding

Offroad riding is not recommended because the E-Bike™

tires are for street use only. Dust and extreme impacts from

offroad riding can cause electrical system problems.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could

cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should

immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying EV Global

Motors Company.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an

investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a

group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy

campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in

individual problems between you, your dealer or EV Global

Motors Company.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety

Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in

Washington, DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department

of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590. You can also

obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the

Hotline.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

For your safety and enjoyment, and to insure a long life for

your E-Bike™, inspect and maintain your E-Bike™ regularly.

Use the table below for guidance.It is very important that you

check certain systems and components

before each and every ride. The proper condition and

function of these systems is critically important for your

safety.

Your E-Bike™ should be returned to your servicing dealer at

least once a year for a complete and thorough inspection and

tune up. If a problem arises that is not described below,

discontinue riding the E-Bike™ and return it to your servicing

dealer immediately. For more information about service and

maintenance, please refer to page 37.

Refer to Component or Condition Inspect before Inspect Clean and/or Adjust/Tighten Repair/Replace

Page every ride periodically* lubricate if necessary

33 Tire pressure (55-65 psi)

33 Tire wear/damage

26 Brake pad adjustment

22 Wheel quick release adjustment

9 Head/tail/brake lights

9 Mirror position

7 Controls and displays

25 Seat post quick release adjustment

26 Brake pad wear

26 Brake cable tension/wear

39 Spoke tension

39 Wheel true

23 Hub bearings

38 Chain lubrication

31 Derailleur adjustment

2 Reflectors

9 Battery and charger

38 Headset adjustment

39 Bottom bracket adjustment

38 All bolts, nuts, and mounting hardware

*Every 5 to 10 rides depending on length and conditions of the ride.

2. OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and understand these instructions completely

before operating your E-Bike™ to prevent serious injury to

yourself and others, and to prevent damage to the bike.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

• Always recharge the battery pack immediately after

each use. Failure to do so within 72 hrs may damage

the battery.

• The charger can remain plugged-in for trickle-charge

purposes during long periods of storage.

• For storage periods over 3 months, the battery pack

should be checked and fully recharged every 3 months.

• Do not break the warranty seal from the charger, and

do not attempt to repair this component. Always

contact an authorized E-Bike™ dealer for repair or

service of the charger.

• Always pedal assist your E-Bike™ when the pedal-

assist beep sounds.

• If the overheat warning beep sounds and the yellow

LED flashes, pedal your E-Bike™ until the good beep

sounds and the yellow LED stops flashing.Do not turn

the power knob OFF-ON repeatedly and attempt to

override the overheat protection function. This may

cause motor or controller damage and will void the

warranty.

BEEP/LED CODES

The three state-of-charge LEDs on the throttle controller

indicate battery state of charge. The E-Bike™ uses these

LEDs and three distinct beeps to alert you to particular

conditions. The following chart describes these signals and

their various meanings.

CODE MEANING BEEP LEDs

Good Beep The system has been 1 continous

checked and is beep sounds

operational. for 1 second.

Bad Beep A problem exists in a 4 sets of 4 short

system or component beeps

Pedal Assist The system requests 3 short beeps

pedal assist. Sounds every 16

when on a steep hill seconds

or when the motor or

controller approaches

an overheat condition.

System ON Whenever the power Good Beep The state-of-

knob is turned ON, the charge LEDs

system performs a flash together

series of checks.This 3 times.

signal indicates that

the E-Bike™ is ON

and ready for

operation.

CODE MEANING BEEP LEDs

Throttle Fault This code occurs Bad Beep All 3 state-of-

whenever you turn the charge LEDs

power knob ON while flash continous-

pressing the throttle or ly until the fault

if the throttle is faulty. is cleared and

Turn the power OFF, until the power

release the throttle, knob is turned

and turn the power OFF then ON

knob to ON. If the again.

code persists, have

the throttle checked

by an authorized

E-Bike™ dealer.

Battery The battery has None Green LED on.

state-of- 100% to 80% of

charge run time remaining.

80% to 60% of None Green and

run time remaining. yellow LEDs on.

60% to 40% of None Yellow LED on.

run time remaining.

40% to 15% of None Yellow and red

run time remaining. LEDs on.

Low Battery 15% to 5% of run None Red LED on.

time remaining.

Very low Less than 5% of run Bad Beep Red LED

battery time or 1 minute of flashes.

operation remaining.

Motor shut The power to the Bad beep Red LED

off motor has been shut flashes.

off.You must pedal.

CODE MEANING BEEP LEDs

Overheat The motor or control- Bad beep Yellow LED

condition ler temperature flashes.

exceeds operating

temperature.The con-

troller cuts the power

to the motor.You must

pedal until the tempera-

ture drops to operating

temperature.

Operating The motor or controller Good Beep The appropriate

temperature has cooled to operating state-of-charge

temperature.You may LED turns on.

resume using the throttle.

Overheat and The motor or controller Bad beep The yellow and

low-battery temperature exceeds red LEDs flash

condition operating temperature simultaneously.

and the battery

state-of-charge is low.

Throttle

Press the throttle lever (B, Figure 1) with your thumb to apply

power to the motor.

Front Brake Lever

The front brake is activated by squeezing the right brake lever

(C, Figure 1). This is the opposite of a traditional bicycle.

RIGHT HAND CONTROLS

Power On/Off

•Turn the power knob (A, Figure 1) on the throttle

controller clockwise to the ON position.

•The three state-of-charge LEDs will flash

simultaneously three times and the good beep will

sound to indicate the system and controls are ready for

operation.

FIG.1

Battery Charge Level

The three state-of-charge LEDs (D, Figure 1) on the throttle

controller indicate the battery charge level.

•Green (or full) indicates the battery is 100% to 80%

charged.

•Green and yellow indicate the battery is 80% to 60%

charged.

•Yellow (or half) indicates the battery is 60% to 40%

charged.

•Yellow and red indicate the battery is 40% to 15%

charged.

•Red (or empty) indicates the battery is 15% to 5%

charged (low battery condition).

•Red LED flashes indicates the battery is less than 5%

charged (very low battery condition).

The motor automatically shuts off when the battery is below

a preset limit to help extend battery life.The red LED flashes

to signify the motor is off and the battery must be recharged.

Recharge the battery pack immediately after use. Failure to

do so within 72 hrs may damage the battery.

WARNING:

The right hand lever activates the front brake on the E-

Bike™.This is the OPPOSITE of a traditional bicycle.

LEFT HAND CONTROLS

Performance or Economy Switch (P/E)

The Blue P /E switch (A, Figure 2) provides two different

power delivery characteristics. In the Performance or P-

mode, your E-Bike™ has maximum hill climbing capability

and acceleration. Total range, however, is shorter because

power usage will be greater.

In the Economy or E-mode, your E-Bike™ has lower top

speed, lower hill climbing capability, and accelerates more

slowly.Total range is longer because power usage is less.

Horn Switch

Press the red horn button (B, Figure 2) to activate the horn.

Cruise Control

The green cruise control (C, Figure 2) button allows you to

set a constant throttle setting for throttle-free operation.

To set the cruise control, hold the throttle at a desired speed,

press the green cruise button, and then release your thumb

from the throttle lever. To cancel cruise control, pull either

brake lever, press the cruise button, press the horn button, or

turn the power knob OFF.

Headlight On/Off

The yellow headlight switch (D, Figure 2) activates the

headlight, taillight (running light) and the green LED on the

accessory controller.

Press the headlight switch to ON for headlight and taillight

operation. In the ON position, power consumption will

increase and total range will decrease. When the motor is

shut-off due to a low battery or overheat condition, the

headlight and taillight will continue to operate until the battery

is fully discharged if the power knob is ON. They will not

operate if the power knob is OFF. Recharge the battery

pack immediately after use. Failure to do so within 72 hrs

may damage the battery.

If you turn the power knob ON while the headlight switch is

ON, there will be a 16 second delay before the headlight

turns on. This is normal.

Twist Grip Gear Selector

By twisting this grip (E, Figure 2) while pedaling, you can

select any one of seven gears on the rear wheel.The grip is

labeled with the corresponding gear selection.

Rear View Mirror

Sit on your E-Bike™ and adjust the rear view mirror (F,

Figure 2) so that you can see behind you. It is intended to be

used for added safety but always be sure to look over your

shoulder for maximum viewing.

Rear Brake Lever

The rear brake is activated by squeezing the left brake lever

(G, Figure 2).This is the opposite of a traditional bicycle.

WARNING:

The left brake lever activates the rear brake on the E-Bike™.

It is the OPPOSITE of a traditional bicycle.

BATTERY MANAGEMENT

•Always recharge the battery pack immediately after

each use. Failure to do so within 72 hrs may damage the

battery.

•The charger can remain plugged-in for trickle-charge

purposes during long periods of storage.

•For storage periods over 3 months, the battery pack

should be checked and fully recharged every 3 months.

•A battery charger is located at the top of the battery

pack. The battery can be charged when the battery is

on-board the E-Bike™ or it can be removed for remote

charging.

On-Board Battery Charging

Perform the following to charge the battery while the battery

pack is installed in the E-Bike™.

1.Turn the power knob to the OFF position.

2. Turn the battery-compartment latches clockwise, and

open the door.

3. Retrieve the charging cord from the compartment above

the bottom bracket.

4. Plug the female end of the cord into the receptacle on

the battery charger as shown in Figure 3. Plug the male

end of the cord into a standard U.S. 110V/60 cycle wall

socket.

5.The red LED on the charger and cooling fan will

automatically turn on when in the charging mode.

6. The LED turns to green and the cooling fan turns off

when the battery pack is fully charged.

WARNING:

Keep the charger and battery pack away from water to

prevent electrical shock and shorting. The charger is

intended for indoor use only.

CAUTION:

If the cooling fan does not operate when in the charging

mode (Red LED on), immediately unplug the charger from

the wall socket.Contact an authorized EVG dealer for advice.

FIG.3

WARNING:

Keep the charger and battery pack away from water to

prevent electrical shock an shorting.The charger is intended

for indoor use only.

CAUTION:

Be sure the cooling fan vent is unrestricted or facing out

when charging the battery to prevent the charger from over-

heating. The cooling fan should always be on when the red

LED is on to prevent charger overheating.

Remote Battery Power Pack Charging

The battery pack can be removed for remote charging.

1.Turn the power knob to the OFF position.

2. Open the battery-compartment door.

3. Release the retainer gate latch.

WARNING:

The battery pack weighs over 20 pounds. Use both hands to

remove or install it. Reinstall the battery - pack by tilting the

bottom first.

4. Grasp the power-pack handle with one hand. Pull the

battery pack from the battery compartment while

supporting the bottom of the power pack with your free

hand as shown in Figure 4.

5. Set the power pack on a bench so the side with the fan

faces up and the handle is on the side.

6. Retrieve the charging cord located in the compartment

above the bottom bracket.

7. Plug the female end of the cord into the receptacle on

the side of the battery charger and the male end of the

cord into a standard U.S. 110V/60 cycle wall socket.

8. The red LED and cooling fan will automatically turn on

when in the charging mode.

FIG.4

9. Reinstall the battery pack, and close the retainer gate.

10. Close latch by lifting the latch ring with your left hand and

locating it on to the frame hook with your right hand.

11. Close the battery compartment door and turn latches

counterclockwise.

CARE AND CLEANING

Remove the battery pack before washing your E-Bike™.

WARNING:

Keep the battery pack and charger away from water to

prevent electrical shock and damage to the charger or

batteries.

Clean the E-Bike™ with a mild soap and a sponge. DO NOT

use a power hose or washer. Gently rinse with water. Avoid

spraying water directly onto the control switches, motor and

front hub bearings. Do not spray water inside the battery

compartment. Dry the frame mounted electrical connector in

the battery compartment before reinstalling the battery pack.

Use automotive wax to protect painted surfaces. Lubricate

the chain periodically to help prevent corrosion and minimize

wear.

3. FIT AND SAFETY

FIT

Make sure the E-Bike™ fits.A bike that is too big or too small

for the rider is harder to control and can be uncomfortable.

WARNING:

If your E-Bike™ does not fit properly, you may lose control

and fall. If your new E-Bike™ does not fit, ask your dealer to

exchange it before you ride it.

Standover Height

The first check for correct size is standover height.Standover

height is the distance from the ground to the top of the top

tube at that point where your crotch would be if you were

straddling the E-Bike™ by standing half way between the

saddle and the handlebar stem.

FIG. 5

To check the standover height, straddle the E-Bike™ while

wearing the kind of shoes you will wear while riding. See

Figure 5. Bounce vigorously on your heels. Miminum

standover height clearance is one to two inches. If your

crotch touches the frame, the E-Bike™ is too big for you. Do

not even ride the E-Bike™ around the block.

Saddle position

Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting

the most performance and comfort from your E-Bike™.

Your dealer will have positioned the saddle where experience

tells him most people find it comfortable. If you find the

saddle position is not comfortable, there are three

adjustments you canmake.(See Figure 6 to determine the

type of saddle attachment used on your E-Bike™.)

a. Up and down adjustment.

Your leg length determines the correct saddle height. The

saddle is at the correct height if you can just reach the

"down" pedal with one heel when you are seated on the

saddle and the crank arms are parallel to the seat tube. To

check for correct saddle height, perform the following:

1. Sit on the saddle, and place one heel on a pedal.

2. Rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in

the down position and the crank arm is parallel to the

seat tube.

3. You leg should be completely straight and just touching

the center of the pedal. If this is not the case, your

saddle height needs to be adjusted.

To adjust the saddle height, loosen the quick release

(Figure 7) and move the seat post up or down as required.

Make sure that the saddle is parallel to the top tube of the E-

Bike™, and retighten the quick release so that you cannot

twist the saddle out of alignment. Check the adjustment as

described above. Under no circumstances should the seat

post project from the frame beyond its "Minimum Insertion"

or "Maximum Extension" mark (Figure 7).

FIG. 6 FIG. 7

WARNING:

If your seat post projects from the frame beyond the

Minimum Insertion or Maximum Extension mark (see Figure

7) the seat post may break, which could cause you to lose

control and fall.

b. Front and back adjustment

Loosen the saddle clamping mechanism (see Figure 6) and

slide the saddle back or forward on its rails. Start with the

saddle clamped in about the middle, and adjust it forward or

back until you find the position which is most comfortable for

you. Retighten the saddle clamping mechanism as tight as

you can.

c. Saddle tilt adjustment

Most people prefer a horizontal saddle; but some riders

prefer to have the saddle nose tilted slightly up or down.You

can adjust saddle tilt by loosening the saddle clamping

mechanism, tilting the saddle to the desired position, and

retightening the saddle clamping mechanism tight enough so

that you cannot move or jiggle the saddle.

Very small changes in saddle position can have a substantial

effect on performance and comfort. Consequently, whenever

you make a change to your saddle position, make only one

directional change at a time, and make the changes in small

increments until you have found the position at which you are

most comfortable.

WARNING:

After any saddle adjustment, be sure to tighten the saddle

adjusting mechanism properly before riding. A loose saddle

clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the seat

post, or can cause you to lose control and fall. A correctly

tightened saddle adjusting mechanism will allow no saddle

movement in any direction. Periodically check to make sure

that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened.

If, in spite of carefully adjusting the saddle height, tilt, and

fore-and-aft position, your saddle is still uncomfortable, you

may need a different saddle design. Saddles, like people,

come in many different shapes, sizes, and resilience. Your

dealer can help you select a saddle which, when correctly

adjusted for your body and riding style, will be comfortable.

CAUTION:

Extended riding with a saddle which is incorrectly adjusted or

which does not support your pelvic area correctly can cause

short-term or long-term injury to nerves and blood vessels.If

your saddle causes you pain or numbness, adjust the saddle

position and your riding position.If pain or numbness persist,

talk to your dealer about fitting a different saddle to your E-

Bike™.

d. Suspension Seatpost Adjustment

On models equipped with a suspension seatpost, the preload

and saddle side-to-side can be adjusted to suit your

preferences.

1. To adjust the preload, perform the following:

a. Release the QR release and remove the seatpost

from the frame.

b. Use a 6 mm Allen wrench to turn the preload adjuster

at the bottom of the suspension seatpost.See Figure 8.

Turning the adjuster clockwise increase the

preload, which stiffens the suspension. Turning the

adjuster counterclockwise decreases the preload,

which softens the suspension.

c. Insert the seatpost into the frame, and adjust the seat

height as described above.

2. Turn the side-to-side adjuster (A, Figure 7) in or out to

adjust the amount of side-to-side play at the saddle tip.

Handlebar height and angle

On the E-Bike™, you can raise or lower your handlebars a bit

by adjusting stem height. Loosen the stem binder (Figure 9)

bolt by turning it counterclockwise three or four full turns. If

the bolt rises but the stem doesn't, get a piece of wood or a

soft mallet and give the bolt a good whack to release the

wedge. Adjust the stem position as desired, align stem with

the tire, and retighten the binder bolt tight enough so that you

cannot twist the stem and handlebars out of alignment.Under

no circumstances should the stem be retightened with its

minimum insertion mark or maximum extension mark visible.

Check to make sure that the handlebars rotate freely in both

directions without the brake cables catching or binding on

anything.

FIG. 8

CAUTION:

Changing stem height can affect the tension of the front

brake cable, locking the front brake or creating sufficient

cable slack to make the front brake inoperable. If the front

brake pads move in towards the wheel rim or out away from

the wheel rim when you change stem height, take your E-

Bike™ to your dealer for correct brake adjustment before

riding it.

WARNING:

The stem's minimum insertion mark must not be visible

above the top of the headset (see Figure 9). If the stem is

extended beyond the minimum insertion mark, the stem may

damage the fork's steerer tube or break, which could cause

you to lose control and fall.

You can change the angle of the handlebar or bar end

extensions by loosening their binder bolt, rotating the bar or

extension to the desired angle, recentering it and retightening

the binder bolt tight enough so that the bars or extensions

cannot move in relation to each other and the stem.

WARNING:

Failure to properly tighten the stem binder bolt, the handlebar

binder bolt or the bar end extension clamping bolts may

compromise steering action, which could cause you to lose

control and fall. Place the front wheel of the E-Bike™

between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem

assembly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front

wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the

bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, tighten the

bolts.

Control position adjustments:The brake and shifting controls

on your E-Bike™ are positioned where they work best for

most people. The angle of the controls and their position on

the handlebars can be changed.Ask your dealer to show you

how, or to make the adjustments for you.

FIG. 9

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

WARNING:

Many states require specific safety devices. It is your

responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the state

where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws,

including properly equipping yourself and your E-Bike™ as

the law requires.

WARNING:

Do not remove the reflectors or lights from your E-Bike™.They are

an integral part of the safety system on the E-Bike™.

Removing the reflectors or lights may reduce your visibility to

others using the roadway. Being struck by other vehicles

often results in serious injury or death. Remember, reflectors

are not a substitute for lights. Always ensure your E-Bike™

with is equipped with all state and locally mandated lights.

Pedals

Some higher performance models come equipped with

pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces.

These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing

adhesion between the rider's shoe and the pedal. If you

install these high-performance pedals on your E-Bike™, you

must take extra care to avoid serious injury from the pedals'

sharp surfaces. Based on your riding style or skill level, you

may prefer a less aggressive pedal design. Your dealer can

show you a number of options and make suitable

recommendations.

Eye protection

Any kind of riding involves airborne dirt, dust and bugs, so it's

a good idea always to ride with protective eyewear -- tinted

when the sun is bright, clear when it's not. Most E-Bike™

shops carry protective fashion eyewear, some with

interchangeable lens systems.

MECHANICAL SAFETY CHECK

The mechanical safety check is a simple, sixty-second check

you should perform whenever you’re about to get on the E-

Bike™.

Nuts, bolts & straps

Lift the front wheel off the ground by two or three inches, and

then let it bounce on the ground. Does anything sound, feel

or look loose? Do a quick visual and tactile inspection of the

whole E-Bike™. Any loose parts or accessories? If so,

secure them.If you're not sure, ask someone with experience

to check these items.

Tires & Wheels

Tires correctly inflated? Check by putting one hand on the

saddle, one on the intersection of the handlebars and stem,

then bouncing your weight on the E-Bike™ while looking at

tire deflection.Compare what you see with how it looks when

you know the tires are correctly inflated. Adjust the tire

pressure if necessary.

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