The Rome Electric Bicycle User’s Guide
TPS Training Bulletin
Page 17
The Brakes
Front Brakes
The front brakes on your Rome e-bike are Hydraulic Disc Brakes. These provide a solid,
very firm friction-grip when they are activated. They provide some of the best control
available for scooters and e-bikes of the Rome’s size. They do weigh significantly more
than other brake types, though, but this is compensated for on the Rome by its lighter
frame.
Rear Brakes
The brakes on your e-bike are drum-brakes, like those found on gas scooters and
motorcycles. They generally provide for very fine stopping and control. This is a very tested
and well-designed technology, but even so, the brakes will require servicing from time to
time, and may have to be adjusted for tension.
Unlike normal friction-grip bicycle brakes, which clamp down from the outside, the drum
brakes clamp from the inside. When the brakes are activated, tension increases and the
clamps engage. This is a very effective and reliable way to stop a vehicle.
The brakes are contained within a sealed unit, and are very finely adjusted and fitted.
The Chain and Pedals
The pedals are connected to the rear wheel. Along with the chain, they provide a human-
powered “drive train”. This is an important part of your e-bike. The pedals are not
removable and should not be removed.
Shock Absorbers
Your Rome e-bike is equipped with Monoshock shock absorbers. These simple devices
absorb the energy from bumps and dips.
While they are very resilient, please note that very sharp or large shocks, such as drops
from a height of 15 cm or more, can cause serious damage to your shock absorbers.
Replacing them is a complex and time-consuming task, so do be careful when dropping
from larger heights.
