urban drivestyle UNIMOKE, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL UNIMOKE e Bike PEDELEC Original Instructions 1 ...

Page 2: ...User manual revision 13 08 2018 2 ...

Page 3: ...ore the First Ride 14 8 Before every ride 19 9 Safe riding 21 10 Passenger and Cargo Transport 23 11 Transporting your UNIMOKE 27 12 Basics of Pedelec ebike 28 13 Battery charge and recommendations 29 14 Tips for Riding a Pedelec 32 15 Service 34 16 Torque Settings 39 17 Service and Maintenance Schedule 41 18 Warranty 44 19 Declaration of Conformity 46 ...

Page 4: ... things toghether This manual is only to be used in conjunction with other manuals included with your pedelec such as motor control system component manuals Where to Go for Additional Help If you are unsure about anything please contact us at service urbandrivestyle com 1 Introduction General Safety Notes Read the manual This manual is constantly updated and revised The most up to date version can...

Page 5: ... to fall off or break and can lead to serious accidents and injuries 2 General Information Symbols Please read all marked sections carefully Important sections of the manual are marked with different levels of importance CAUTION This symbol marks sections of high importance Neglecting this information may lead to injury or damage to your UNIMOKE WARNING This symbol marks sections of extreme import...

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Page 9: ...ed of 6 km hr In general electric bikes are viewed by law as more similar to a conventional bicycle than a motorized scooter or motorcycle In most cases an electric bike can be ridden in bike lanes on bike paths and can be locked to bike racks like a regular bicycle Riders are not required to have a driver s license to operate an electric bike and are not required to obtain any special licensing o...

Page 10: ...unted at least 25 cm above the road surface Reflectors are required in addition to lights In the front a white reflector is required In the rear at least two red reflectors are required Two yellow reflectors must be attached to each pedal Each wheel must meet at least one of the below requirements Two yellow reflectors White reflective rings on both sidewalls of the tires You must maintain the bike in g...

Page 11: ...irect or consequential damages The warranty will be void if your pedelec is not used in accordance with the intended usage Using the bike for off road riding jumps or stunts may cause damage to the frame and risk injury or death to the rider Maximum carrying capacity Rider weight Cargo weight If you have a fstandard UNIMOKE the standard carrying capacity is 102kg 204lbs If the capacity stated here...

Page 12: ... bike in a comfortable position and HORIZONTALLY unfold the handle bars until you find your most comfortable setting Fasten ALL 6 SCREWS TIGHTLY to fix the position of your handlebars Tighten with an allen key first the 4 screws on the lower fork and ONLY when these are tightened to the recommended torque proceed to tightening the display holder bracket screws The fastening bolts need to be TIGHTL...

Page 13: ... values stated in chapter 15 The UNIMOKE pedals are designed to FOLD when your bike tips over To unfold press on the pedal towards the frame and fold it back until it snaps into place Tighten the pedals strongly and recheck regularly to avoid pedals getting loose while riding Installing the pedals Install the side stand with the two M6 screws and the tools provided Installing the kickstand sidesta...

Page 14: ...s within the minimum and maximum values indicated on the sidewalls of the Tires Spin both Wheels to make sure they rotate smoothly are true not wobbling and do not rub against the Brakes If the Wheel wobbles side to side or rubs against the Brake Pads take the bike to a qualified bike shop to have the Wheel trued or replaced Wheels that do not run true may indicate problems with the Spokes or Tires...

Page 15: ...inside the Disc Caliper squeeze the Disc Rotor to slow the wheel but can get very hot under use Do not touch them immediately after riding Which Lever operates the Front Brake and which Lever operates the Rear Brake varies depending on the country For countries such as United Kingdom and Japan the left lever operates the rear brake and the right lever operates the front brake For USA Germany and m...

Page 16: ...miliarize yourself with the function of the Gear Shifters and how to upshift and downshift Check that indexing shifting from gear to gear is crisp and that you are able to shift into the lowest and highest gears without the Chain skipping Check for tight links in the Chain and that the Chain turns freely through the Gears With a pedelec drive assistance begins immediately when you step on the peda...

Page 17: ...t of the brake calliper the rotor disk the hyraulic tubing and the brake lever Actuating the brake lever compresses the hydraulic pistons through hydraulic pressure pushing the brake pads against the rotor The friction generated by braking causes wear to the brake pads as well as to the rotors UNIMOKE BREAK LEVERS CONTROL AND TELL TALES DANGER Make sure you familiarize yourself with the meaning an...

Page 18: ...e level 1 Select your drive level 1 9 LOW assist to HIGH assist Use LONG press on to switch on the light or to switch it off Use LONG press on to activate the 6 km h push assistance Engine power will gradually increase as you start to pedal and will cut off at the cut off speed of 25 km h Get practice with the controls brakes different drive levels and the specific handling characteristics of an E...

Page 19: ...ire sidewalls Check the air pressure on your Tires Use your thumb to press the Tires They should feel nice and firm but avoid over inflating Be sure to check the following before every ride Electrical System Check that the battery is seated properly in the carrier on the frame and fully plugged in Check the controller display for any warnings or error messages Resolve the error before riding Check t...

Page 20: ...shakes or rattles make adjustments before riding Structure Frame fork and handlebars do not show any signs of wear cracks or impacts Pay special attention to the welds Check the weld area around the frame joints regularly Your Pedelec will experience stress and wear during riding Check Frame welds for deformation and changes in color which may indicate cracking This is especially important if the ...

Page 21: ...rectly Don t cover reflectors with loose clothing or bags Also they only reflect light in some directions so you need lights to make sure you are seen with all around visibility Using Brakes Braking distances increase in wet weather or under heavy load so brake more gently and earlier under those circumstances Be cautious on the brakes To prevent skidding when slowing or stopping your bike pull Brak...

Page 22: ...st your riding speed accordingly to avoid excess vibration and hard impacts Ride cautiously and defensively when visibility is reduced Your movement may be obscured so ride predictably Use a bell horn or your voice to indicate your intention to pass and do so in advance so as not to startle the rider you are passing Travel in a straight line unless you are avoiding hazards or passing and always in...

Page 23: ...re riding on public roads Do not to exceed the maximum carrying capacity which includes rider weight passenger weight rear rack child seat and any other accessories Check the CE frame sticker on your frame for the maximum weight limit 10 Passenger and Cargo Transport Throttle and push assist with cargo passenger transport NOT use push assist or throttle as a means of acceleration MAKE USE of your ...

Page 24: ...n tested to work with your UNIMOKE pedelecs with long seat extension racks CHILDSEAT GUIDELINES An additional adapter rack on the long seat extension rack allows for 99 compatibility with other EN14344 compliant seats Safety and Precautions Children regardless of age should be strong enough to hold up their head and withstand the bouncing that comes with riding Check for sufficient heel clearance H...

Page 25: ...istances It is not designed as a everyday two place vehicle and regular heavy load passenger riding will rsult in higher wear and tear of your bikes components such as brakes spokes drivetrain and engine controller Double seated riding is ONLY permited on flat dry and solid surfaces Do not ride in hilly terrain Do not ride offroad in bumpy terrain or if bad road conditions persist Do not ride in s...

Page 26: ...ed loads can pull the pedelec to one side Securing Cargo Make sure your cargo is secured by straps rated for the weight of your cargo Checking for Interference Make sure that you have enough space to sit properly pedal and steer the bike without any interference Cargo should not interfere with normal operations of the brakes and derailleur s Long or large objects should be positioned far enough fr...

Page 27: ... transported on airplanes Inquire with your local forwarder to see if you can ship the battery separately Car Your Unimoke can be transported with a standard roof or rear mounted bicycle carrier provided it is under the maximum load capacity of the bike carrier To reduce the weight remove the battery from your Unimoke and place it inside the vehicle 11 Transporting your UNIMOKE We suggest transpor...

Page 28: ...rom 0 no assist 1 minimum assist to 9 maximum assist Always choose the lowest level of assist neccesary for comfortable riding and use you gears correctly for maximum range and durability Walk assist The controller allows you to select the degree of power assist provided by the motor enabling you to tailor the performance of the bike to fit your specific style and road topographies UNIMOKE pedelecs ...

Page 29: ... safe and efficient charging use the battery charger in a location that is Flat and stable when on the bicycle free of rain or moisture out of direct sunlight well ventilated and dry not accessible to children or pets temperature between 15 25 C ALWAYS read carefully and follow instructions on battery label 13 Battery charge and recommendations GENERAL WARNING AND RECOMMENDATIONS Your UNIMOKE pede...

Page 30: ...nlet arrow in side image from the charging socket connector on the battery pack and slide in the charging plug of the battery charger bottom circled in side image It is designed to allow only right insertion 3 The battery charge begins automatically The battery is fully charged when the indicator on the battery charger goes to GREEN 4 When charging is complete disconnect the charging plug from the...

Page 31: ...rail until it is outside the bicycle then fold the seat down again 4 Follow steps 1 4 from instructions CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK MOUNTED ON THE BICYCLE 5 Fold the seat up and slide down the battery from its folding handle along the mounting rail until it is connected to the base socket on the frame of the bicycle then fold the seat down to its lowest position 6 Insert key and turn clockwise to LO...

Page 32: ...much you pedal determines how much assistance the motor provides All pedelecs have an internal control algorithm to stop assisting as soon as you stop pedaling This is an inbuilt safety feature conforming to EN 15194 EPAC Electrically Power Assisted Cycles When cornering on a pedelec stop pedaling sooner than you are used to otherwise you may have too much speed through the turn As you are likely ...

Page 33: ...To extend your range start in Eco mode Rider s weight and cadence The motor will use up more energy for heavier riders Road conditions road surface terrain wind Unpaved dirt gravel roads headwinds and going uphill will reduce your range Battery capacity Batteries measured in watt hours have different energy capacities In general the more watt hours the longer the range the more expensive battery a...

Page 34: ... bolts can get loose or set in after manufacturing so have your bike checked again after about 200 km E bikes have a higher demand for maintenance E bikes are more heavy loaded and faster than normal bikes and therefore have a higher demand for maintenance Due to the higher weight and faster speeds your UNIMOKE requires more attention to safety and maintenance than a normal bicycle Always check th...

Page 35: ...ars of the Rear Cassette since the Chain or Wheel may get jammed which can cause bicycle damage or rider injury Check all control Cables and Housings for rust kinks and fraying They should be replaced if damaged Gear function Pushing with the thumb finger on the gershifter lever gear is lower pushing on the button gear is higher Adjustment of rear derailleur 1 Top adjustement Turn the top adjustme...

Page 36: ...ts and dust off the bike carefully to avoid scratches Brakes Unimoke comes standard with hydraulic disc brakes both front and rear Disc brakes consist of the brake calliper the rotor disk the hydraulic tubing and the brake lever Actuating the brake lever compresses the hydraulic pistons through hydraulic pressure pushing the brake pads against the rotor The friction generated by braking causes wea...

Page 37: ...will result in brake pads glazing over reducing their power and efficiency As a general rule the pads are run in after approximately 50 repetitions of braking from high speed Usually the brakes are completely run in when the braking power stops increasing with each run WARNING Disc brakes can reach a very high operating temperature Do not touch them especially after a long descent as you can burn ...

Page 38: ... on smooth dry pavement Very low pressures at the bottom of the recommended pressure range give the best performance on smooth slick terrain such as hard packed clay and on deep loose surfaces such as deep dry sand Tire pressure that is too low for your weight and the riding conditions can cause a puncture of the tube by allowing the tire to deform sufficiently to pinch the inner tube between the ...

Page 39: ...Torque Values are standard measures of how much you must tighten a bolt and are listed below Recommended Tightening Values Torque Values 16 Torque Settings 39 ...

Page 40: ...d in the table please refer to these general values WARNING If the torque settings are not respected you run the risk of a sudden break of either one or several components on your bicycle This can result in a crash and eventually serious injuries 40 ...

Page 41: ...hat the dealer can adjust cables and other key parts Maintenance schedule Your bike needs a regular tune up by a qualified bike mechanic Below is our recommended tune up frequency based on how often you ride and under what conditions Types of Riding Frequent rider Rides 3 5 times a week average 100km per week Bi monthly tune up service Recreational rider Rides 1 2 times a week Quarterly tune up se...

Page 42: ...200 km Inspection nr Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer Inspection nr Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer Inspection nr Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer 42 ...

Page 43: ...r Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer Inspection nr Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer Inspection nr Date Work Done Replaced or Repaired Parts Stamp Signature of dealer 43 ...

Page 44: ...original manufacturer of that part or component Owner s Responsibility The Owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use and follow preventive maintenance storage and lubrication schedules as required by use climate and other pertinent factors Should a product defect become known the Owner should stop riding the bicycle and transport the bike or part s to an Authorized Urban Drivestyle Dealer fo...

Page 45: ...or is otherwise not clearly identifiable Urban Drivestyle Warranty Support Urban Drivestyle will repair or replace any parts that manifest a defect in materials and or workmanship during the warranty period Any part that is replaced pursuant to this warranty will be replaced by parts of the same or similar design However Tern reserves the right to replace defective parts with other parts of differe...

Page 46: ...h we declare that your UNIMOKE Pedelec complies with all essential requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC and Directive 2004 108 EC relating to electromagnetic compatibility The following technical standards were used Berlin August 1st 2018 Urban Drivestyle GmbH urbandrivestyle com Lohmühlenstraße 65 12435 Berlin Germany 19 Declaration of Conformity For countries within EU 46 EN 15194 ...