SAFETY CHECK-
LIST - BEFORE
YOU RIDE
SAFETY CHECKLIST 14
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Before you ride it’s important to check whether key
components of your ebike are set up and/or operating
correctly. The following checks will help ensure safe
operation of your ebike and reduce the risk of potential
injury during operation.
1. TIRES - Check tires are inflated correctly and look
for signs of excessive wear like loss of tread or crack-
ing that may indicate the need for replacement. Inspect
rims for signs of warping or other damage.
2. BRAKES - Ensure both front and rear brakes are
working correctly by pulling them and initially rock-
ing the ebike back and forth. The amount of ‘braking’
you feel should be strong and your levers should not
be touching the bars as you pull on them. Conversely,
when released, you should not be able to hear or feel
the disc pads rubbing against the brake rotors. Ensure
also that levers are tightly secured to the handlebars
and are lubricated.
3. SADDLE - Ensure the seat height is correctly set and
that the saddle is secure in its position.
BEFORE YOU RIDE
4. DISPLAY AND BATTERY - Power on the ebike to
check the battery level and cycle through the menu
to see if anything looks unusual. Notice any warning
codes displayed.
5. STEERING - Check that the forward facing handle-
bar is coinciding with a forward facing wheel to ensure
everything is as straight as possible and steering is cor-
rect. Turn the handlebar from side to side to ensure ev-
erything is appropriately tight and unrestricted.
6. BELT - Ensure correct belt tension and look for signs
of unusual wear.
7. CRANKS & PEDALS - Ensure cranks and pedals
are secured. Notice any signs of wear, odd creaks or
sounds when rotated, as well as joint dryness and the
need for lubrication.
8. FRAME - Inspect the frame for signs of damage and/
or cracking.
9. FORKS - Inspect forks to verify smooth operation
and notice any damage, signs of premature wear, or
leaks.
10. MOTOR - Ensure the motor is operating as per
usual and look for signs of wear, hotspots, or unusual
sounds.
11. BATTERY - Inspect battery for signs of damage or
unusual heat, smells or bulging that might indicate bat-
tery failure.
WHILE IT’S IMPORTANT TO PERFORM
CHECKS BEFORE YOU RIDE, THESE
ACTIONS DO NOT REPLACE THE NEED
FOR FREQUENT AND DETAILED SER-
VICING FROM EXPERIENCED EBIKE
MECHANICS.
