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Maintenance:

Maintaining your bike ensures you will get the most out of every 
ride and increases the longevity of your RooDog electric bike.
How much you can do your self really depends on your skill, 
knowledge, experience level and if you have the necessary tools 
for the job.
If there is is anything you do not understand or are unsure 
of how certain things work it is always best to contact your 
RooDog dealer for advice.

Disclaimer:… Please be aware general maintenance is not 
covered by the warranty and is therefore a service that will be 
chargeable.

Before every ride:

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Check brakes, Lights, gears and tyre pressures are correct.

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Check fasteners, bolts and anything else that may come loose 
over time.

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Check battery is fully charged, or at least has enough charge to 
complete your planned journey.

Weekly:

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Clean the bike, including chainring and gears – (do not use 
excessive water around electrical parts)

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Oil the chain, and keep all moving parts well lubricated and free 
from damp.

Every month:

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Check for worn brake pads and replace if necessary.

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Check headset for looseness by rocking the bike back and 
forth whilst having the brakes applied. If loose have your 
dealer check it.

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Check free movement of handlebar. If tight have deal check it.

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Check cables for free movement, rust, kinks and fraying. 
Replace if necessary

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Check wheel spokes are all tighjt and wheel spins true. Have 
your dealer fix it if they are not. (spokes can break and wheel 
rims can be bent if this is not regularly checked)

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Check tyre for tread and check sidewalls are in good condition. 
Replace if necessary.

Every 3000 miles or annually:

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Have the bike inspected and serviced at your local dealer 
including general inspection of the hub motor and all 
electrical parts.