Troubleshooting
7.15
Cold and Hot Weather Considerations
Cold Weather
Cold weather operation of the motorcycle has no
permanent impact on its power pack/cells; however, the
rider may see a reduction in range due to the effect cold
temperature has on the amount of energy the pack/cells
can release. The colder the weather, the greater the effect;
so that, as compared to operation in 80°F (27°C) ambient,
at 30°F (-1°C) ambient, the rider could experience a
temporary reduction in range of up to 30%.
In extreme cold weather the motorcycle may also
experience a temporary reduction in power and,
correspondingly, achieved top speed.
It is not recommended that the motorcycle be ridden while
its battery temperature is below 23°F (-5°C). If it is, its
battery needs to be put on the charger at a temperature
above 32°F (0°C) as soon as the ride is concluded. It is
worth noting that the Battery Management System (BMS)
will not allow the battery to be discharged below -22°F
(-30°C), which is the absolute lowest discharge
temperature prescribed by the cell manufacturer.
Storage of the motorcycle for the winter in a non-heated
garage is acceptable, as long as:
1. the coldest temperature in the garage does not fall
below -31°F (-35°C).
2. the battery is drained to a ~60% state of charge prior to
storage and you check its state of charge at least
monthly and charge it back up to 60% if it has dropped
below 30%.
3. the battery is initially topped off at a temperature above
32°F (0°C).
Storage temperatures below -31°F (-35°C) may result in
accelerated permanent decay of the battery performance,
and hence it is not recommended. Above this temperature
and following the long-term storage guidelines (see
“Parking and Long Term Storage”, on page 6.29
ensure the battery survives winter storage with no
permanent damage, even if the temperatures dip well
below freezing for weeks at a time. Note that, while
charging, to prevent battery damage, the BMS will prevent
the charger from charging the battery at a temperature
below 32°F (0°C). Again, as long as the battery was
drained to ~60% state of charge and kept above 30% state
of charge through the winter at temperatures above -31°F
(-35°C), the battery will be safe from damage.
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