Gazelle Makki Series, User Manual

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Using the Makki
The following can affect the cycling behaviour
•
The position of the handlebar can affect the steering of the
bicycle. Consult ’Adjusting the handlebar’, section 3.2.5
(page 27).
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Do not make any movements with the bicycle that could put
you or others in danger.
•
Do not make any sudden steering movements when travel-
ling at speed or going downhill.
•
Stop pedalling when going over obstacles.
•
Stop pedalling when taking a bend.
•
Take sharp bends at low speed.
•
Moderate your speed and brake earlier than normal when
going down a hill.
•
When braking (hard) never use only the front brake, but
always use both brakes. If you use only the front brake the
front wheel can come to a quick stop, which could lead to
you losing control.
•
Wet weather and frost, snow or mud on the road increases
your braking distance. Modify your speed according to
these conditions.
•
Do not be pushed or pulled by other vehicles.
3.10.4 Factors that affect the range
The range of the bicycle is influenced by many factors, for
example the:
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effort of the cyclist;
•
assistance level of the motor;
•
speed;
•
gear-shifting behaviour;
•
type of tyres and tyre pressure;
•
age and condition of the battery;
•
route profile (hills) and route condition (type of surface)
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(head)wind;
•
ambient temperature;
•
weight of bicycle, rider and luggage.
For this reason, it is not possible to predict the range accurately
before and during a trip. However, as a general rule:
•
With the same assistance level from the drive unit:
the less energy you have to exert to reach a certain speed
(for example through changing the gears optimally), the less
energy the drive unit uses and so the higher the range of a
battery charge.
•
The higher the selected assistance level under otherwise
similar conditions, the smaller the range of a battery charge.
"
DANGER
" With frequent brake use, the brake
system can become overheated. This can result
in a reduction or loss of brake function.
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