11.1
Information about the brakes
11.
Brakes
The EMQ e-bike has hand brakes. These handbrakes are best adjusted when the full surface of the brake pads
rests against the rim when the handbrake is halfway down.
After about 300 km of first use after purchasing the bike, the brake cables have become a bit more relaxed. As a
result, you may have to squeeze the brakes further to brake than was the case in the beginning. During the first
service, and in all maintenance after that, the brakes are applied and adjusted just right for you.
You can adjust the brakes yourself in between, as described below.
11.2
Adjusting the brakes
You can adjust the brakes yourself if you wish. You do this if you feel that the brakes are not set tight enough, or just
a little too tight.
You use the screw on the handbrake to adjust the cable tension. If you turn the screw inwards, you will reduce the
tension on the cable. This will loosen your brakes. Do you want to tighten your brakes? Then turn the screw out.
This way you tighten your brakes.
Hold this ring while turning the screw.
11.3
Replacing the brake pads
The brake pads must be replaced when the profile on the pads is no longer visible. Do not do this yourself, but
have it done by a professional bicycle mechanic. EMQ is also happy to assist you with this.
12. Lighting
The front light has a light sensor and turns on automatically in reduced ambient light, provided the display is switched
ON.
Note: If the front lamp cover is broken, have it replaced as soon as possible by the EMQ service team. We
are happy to help you with this on location, and this way you prevent further damage to the front lamp or
the electrical circuit in the bicycle.
