GRACE EASY Manual
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The rear wheel may lift off the ground when applying the front wheel brake
strongly. This can cause you to go over the handlebars. Risk of accident!
Always brake the bike by pressing the front and read wheel brake at the same time
and when applying the brakes strongly, shift your centre of gravity towards the back
of the bike.
During braking, the electric motor acts as a generator (generator mode). The
electrical energy thus produced is fed back into the battery. At the same time, you
brake the GRACE EASY without wear as a result of the energy recuperation process.
Note that GRACE EASY does not have a back-pedal brake. If you are not familiar
with the braking force of hydraulic disk brakes, first make some test brakes on
stable ground away from main roads.
Avoid the continuous application of the brakes. On longer stretches downhill, brake
using both brakes short but forcefully. Releasing the brakes in between allows them
to cool off. Stop at the first signs of the brakes overheating.
Symptoms which may point to overheating:
increased handforce
Smell
loud grinding noises
Allow the brakes to cool down before you continue your journey.
4.15.
Tyres and wheels
The tyres are the contact point between the wheels and the road. They provide grip and
traction and absorb small bumps, depending on the pressure in the tyres.
The tyres which come as standard on the GRACE EASY are specially designed for Pedelecs.
Using other tyres may lead to increased friction and a shorter range. They may also have a
negative effect in the response, susceptibility to punctures, and noise.
Therefore, when replacing tyres make sure the new tyre has the same type, dimensions and
tread pattern.
