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Some BiXS pedelecs
(a)
offer the possibility to switch downhill into re-
cuperation mode for energy recuperation. Take advantage of the possi-
bility to recharge the battery, whenever you ride downhill and whenever
you have to reduce your speed by braking. But keep in mind that the
recuperation possibility will not replace braking. Therefore, be always
ready to brake when riding downhill.
You can find further information in the chapter
“propulsion System
recuperation mode / maximum range / pedelec operation”
in
your BionX system operating instructions.
If your battery does not have enough capacity to reach your destina-
tion, benefit from the decisive advantage of the hybrid concept of your
BiXS pedelec: Without drive assistance you can ride your pedelec like
a conventional bicycle with an unlimited range and nearly without com-
promising on riding characteristics
(b)
.
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If your battery runs empty during the ride, do not recharge
the battery with any charger, even if it happens to be fit-
ted with an identical connector type. Risk of explosion! only
charge your battery with the supplied charger.
Riding Without Drive Assistance
Your BiXS pedelec
(c)
is designed to be used even without drive assist-
ance, i.e. just like a conventional bicycle.
Observe the following points when riding without the rechargeable
battery:
- Switch on the control element of your BiXS pedelec, even when
riding without drive assistance; only then are the functions of your
cycle computer available.
- After you have removed the battery of your BiXS pedelec from the
down tube or the pannier rack
(d)
: Keep the connections of the
rechargeable battery
free of dirt and moisture. Protect the con-
nections of your rechargeable battery with the protective covers,
if supplied. With the battery removed the display may be switched
off.
- Pedelecs must be fitted with a dynamo-powered lighting system.
With a BiXS pedelec that is fitted according to the regulations you
can ride without the battery even in darkness. Ask your BiXS bicy-
cle dealer for advice.
- If your BiXS pedelec is fitted with a lighting set that is powered by
the battery, the lighting will only work with a charged and mounted
battery and with the system switched on.
- Some drive systems can provide a dynamo function if the recharge-
able battery has been removed. You can find further information in
your BionX operating instructions.
RIDING A BiXS SPEED PEDELEC – SPECIAL FEATURES
Basically, a speed pedelec is a pedelec, which is only clearly faster. Be
sure to thoroughly read the chapter
“useful tips for riding a bixS
pedelec”
prior to the present chapter. Keep in mind that all tips and
warnings given in the mentioned chapter apply all the more and with
still greater importance to speed pedelecs. Practise the handling of the
still more powerful and faster speed pedelec and always ride with fore-
sight.
In contrast to pedelecs speed pedelecs are classified as e-bikes and
thus as motor vehicles. For the UK that means that:
- In addition to the usual bicycle components they must be fitted
with a rear view mirror
(e)
. In Switzerland the rear view mirror must
have an area of at least 50 cm
2
.
- A speed pedelec must have liability insurance, an operating licence
or EU type approval, and the insurance marking must be attached.
- In the same way as for car tyres, the tyres must have a minimum
tread depth of 1.6 mm. If the tyre has been worn down to this limit,
it must be replaced by an identical one, otherwise the operating
licence is no longer valid.
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If a component needs to be replaced, make it a rule to only
use original spare parts
(f)
. Parts from other manufacturers
that are subject to wear, such as brake pads or tyres that
are not of an identical size, may make your BiXS pedelec
unsafe.
risk of accidents
! In the case of speed pedelecs
be sure to only install original spare parts, otherwise the
operating licence is no longer valid. Read the corresponding
information in the BionX system operating instructions.
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