Pedal assistance
Your pedal assist will start once you start to pedal and stop once you stop ped-
dling. You are able to adjust the amount of assistance on the LCD screen by
adjusting the + /
-
button. If you do not want any assist, bring your bike to a
stop and power off the system. If the handbrakes are applied, the pedal assist
will cut automatically. You do not need to turn the power off when going
downhill.
Gearing
The gear shift is located on the right handle bar. There are 9 speeds available.
In order to shift between gears, simply pull the trigger with your index finger
to increase the gear, or press in the trigger under the handle to decrease the
gear. The downshifting trigger can be pressed in one click to downshift once,
or two clicks to downshift twice, or three clicks to downshift three times
(initial gear being greater than 3).
Battery
The battery is a 48V / 14.5 Amp lithium ion battery. The normal lifecycle of the
battery, if continuously discharged and recharged, is about 3
-
8 years or 2500
recharges, after which the storage capacity will decline.
The range in distance on a full charge is approximately 25 –
35
miles depend-
ing on your weight class and terrain. Higher weight classes and uneven surfac-
es will require more power than lighter weights and flatter surfaces. This
equals to 5 –
6
hours of continuous riding, again depending on your weight
class and terrain.
Battery performance is affected by temperature, and will perform better in
warmer temperatures. When the temperature is below 32°F (0°C), the battery
current may decrease by 1/3. Consequently, the travel range in cold environ-
ments is less than in warmer environments, but will return to normal when it
the battery returns to room temperature.
Frequent braking/starting, riding uphill/against strong winds, starting
from a standstill, or riding on rough/muddy roads will use extra power and
lower range.
Taking off
As the bike starts, accelerate slowly; do not try to get to your maximum
speed right away. When starting from an elevated path, pedal as much as
possible so that the electric power will last longer. Pedaling more than using
solely the throttle will lengthen the life of the battery and motor. The hand
brake will automatically cut the power to the motor as well as release the
throttle.
Safety precautions
Be sure to ride an appropriate distance away from cars, pedestrians, and
other obstacles. In addition, try to avoid potholes, drain grates, and other
imperfections in the road which may affect your ability to ride. A bell is pro-
vided to alert others of your approach.
OBEY all traffic laws relevant to the operation of bicycles and electric bicy-
cles.
KEEP both hands on the handlebars at all times and do NOT hang objects
from the handlebars.
RIDE predictably and in a straight line. Never ride against traffic.
USE the correct hand signals when turning or stopping. If you do not know
the proper hand signals, it is important you learn them before riding on the
road.
USE extreme caution when you are near other vehicles. Ride defensively and
assume that other people on the road do not see you, and be careful at in-
tersections when starting from a stopped position.
DO NOT suddenly brake in the rain or on slippery surfaces.
WEAR a helmet for your protection and bright or reflective clothing to make
you more visible.
DO NOT wear lose clothing because it can get caught in the bicycle.
Most state and local areas have specific laws for cyclists. Please check with
your local Department of Motor Vehicles for clarification. Again, these e
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bikes are not considered motor vehicles, but may be subject to additional
regulation based on the state you live in. Some of the common laws include
mandatory lights and reflectors on the bikes.
