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BATTERY TO EBIKE
CONNECTOR
POWER CHARGING
PORT
RIDING TIPS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR BATTERY
To increase battery life and reduce wear on the
components, follow these tips:
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Use the pedals as often as possible, especially
when starting.
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DO NOT simply rely on the throttle for power.
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Start in a low gear and low power. This means
looking ahead and possibly shifting to a lower
gear before coming to a stop so you are in the
right gear to resume riding again.
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Use low gears for climbing steep hills. Avoid
putting unnecessary torque on the transmission.
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Minimize starts and stops by looking ahead and
planning your route.
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Use higher tire pressure.
In the first 20 miles or so, the cables and system
components will settle and therefore may need to
be adjusted. If you are unfamiliar with adjusting the
derailleur, Google “Derailleur Adjustment Video,”
or reach out to your local bike shop for help.
HOW TO ADJUST THE FRONT SUSPENSION FORK
The dial over the right fork is to lock out the fork.
Turn clockwise to lock suspension travel. Turn
counter-clockwise to unlock suspension and allow
the suspension to travel.
The cap over the left fork covers a valve to adjust
the pressure in the air forks. Use a high-pressure
shock pump to adjust the air pressure. (Given the size
of the valve, do not use a compressor or any other
type of pump). You may purchase a shock pump on
the Accessories page at www.bakcou.com.
Bakcou recommends starting at 140psi and then
adjusting accordingly to rider weight, terrain, and
personal preference.
CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR
GREEN=FULL
YELLOW = HALF
RED = EMPTY
BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR
BATTERY TO EBIKE
CONNECTOR
POWER
CHARGING PORT
LITHIUM ION BATTERY
Your bike will typically arrive with the battery having
a partial charge straight from the box. We
recommend fully charging your battery prior to
initial use. Your battery can be charged while on
your bike, or it can be charged off your bike.
During normal use, you can charge the battery
after every ride regardless of battery level.
For safety, the charging will automatically stop
charging once the battery is full. It’s never good to
completely run the battery dead.
When charging, the light will change to green once
it’s fully charged. Allow approximately 4-8 hours for
a full charge (depending on battery size). Always
charge in dry, ventilated conditions away from
sunlight, ideally 50-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The
charger will get warm, so make sure to keep it away
from all flammable materials and surfaces. Only use
the original charger, DO NOT use any aftermarket
chargers or charging accessories.
For long term storage, it is best to leave the battery
at about 50-80% (2-3 lights) state of charge (SOC).
Always store the battery in a cool place. For best
results, do not store for longer than 4 months
without cycling the battery.
EXTERNAL BATTERIES
To charge the battery, remove the circular rubber
plug from the LEFT side of the bike. Plug the
charger into a power outlet and wait until the light
on the charging unit is illuminated red. Plug
the other end of the cord into the battery.
To remove the battery from your bike, insert the key
and turn 90 degrees, then pull the battery out. To
reinstall the battery, line up the bottom connection
port and push the top back into the bike.
INTERNAL BATTERIES
To charge the battery, remove the circular rubber
plug from the top RIGHT side of the down tube
of the bike. Plug the charger into a power outlet
and wait until the light on the charging unit is
illuminated red. Plug the other end of the cord into
the battery.
To remove the battery from your bike, insert the
key and turn counterclockwise, then compress
the battery into the bike and turn the lever. The
battery should release and drop out of the
housing. To re-insert the battery, align it back in the
housing, compress into the downtube and
turn the key clockwise so it locks in place.
