• Power off the bike before pushing or carrying it to avoid accidental acceleration from acti-
vating pedal assist or thumb throttle assist.
• Only use racks (such as a bike rack for your car or other vehicle) designed for the size and
weight of your ebike. Pay particular attention to whether the rack can accommodate the
width of your ebike tires.
• When carrying your ebike on a rack for transport, remove the battery, and place/wrap it
securely inside your vehicle with a fireproof electric bike battery bag (not included), making
sure it can’t roll around and that its plugs and contacts are protected. This will reduce the
weight of the bike, make lifting and loading it easier, and protects your battery from dam-
age. Check your online or local retailer.
• Do not leave the battery in direct sunlight or any location that is or may become excessive-
ly hot or cold, like a parked car, for extended periods.
• Before using public transportation (buses, trains, etc.) to transport your ebike, check with
the relevant transportation authority for any rules that might pertain to ebikes, including
rules governing weight limits, tire widths, lithium-ion batteries, etc.
• Avoid transporting the bike on a vehicle rack during rain, which may cause water damage
to the electrical components.
Carrying loads (cargo or a passenger) safely
Total maximum payload of the Skwad: 125 kg (300 lb).
• Carrying extra weight significantly affects braking, acceleration, turning, balancing, etc.
These effects can be increased by challenging riding conditions, such as when roads are
wet or slick. Hills that are normally easy to climb or descend without cargo can become
challenging or even dangerous once extra weight is loaded onto the bike. Extra weight will
increase the time it takes to slow the bike when braking.
• Practice riding with light cargo in a flat, open area that’s free of obstacles before attempting
to ride with heavier loads, or in wet or hilly conditions.
• With extra weight on your bike, it’s more important than ever to use both front and rear-
brakes, and always apply the rear brake first to prevent excessive strain on the front wheel
and fork and to prevent loss of control. Ensure both front and rear brakes are properly
adjusted, and maintained.
• Load cargo as low as possible to keep the bike’s center of gravity low and improve stability.
• Always support the bike when loading or when it is loaded with cargo or a passenger. The
kickstand is not designed to be used for supporting cargo or passengers. Do not assume
the bike is stable and balanced when using the kickstand.
• Ensure cargo loads are properly secured and periodically check that no cargo loosens,
risks interfering with any moving parts, or risks touching or dragging on the ground.
• When carrying heavy loads or a passenger, plan your routes to avoid challenging hills and
other hazards.
• It is always your responsibility to ensure that anything loaded on the ebike will not interfere
with your ability to safely operate the bike.
WARNING
: Failure to ensure that cargo or a passenger can’t interfere with your rid-
er’s control of the bike can lead to serious injury or death. You are always responsi-
ble for securing loads, loose straps, and assessing passenger’s ability to ride safely.
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