20
ADJUSTING YOUR ELECTRIC BIKE
ALIGNING THE BRAKES
Your electric bike is equipped with a disc brake
system. To properly adjust them you must
first make sure that the brake disc is properly
aligned within the brake caliper. To do this,
loosen the top and bottom hex bolts (figure
20.1) with an Allen key. Then maneuver the
brake with your hand so that the disc passes
through the brake pads with minimal contact.
Once the disc rotates through the brake freely,
retighten the hex bolts and make sure that
while tightening you maintain the alignment.
BRAKE BED IN PROCEDURE
Properly bedding in your brakes will increase the lifespan of the pads,
reduce noise and increase the braking power. Before your first ride, perform
this procedure to properly condition the brake pads and rotors.
1) Accelerate to a medium speed (approx. 20 km/h), then firmly apply the brakes
and reduce your speed to a walking pace. Repeat approximately 20 times.
2) Accelerate to a higher speed (approx. 32 km/h), then firmly and quickly apply the
brakes, reducing your speed to walking pace. Repeat approximately 10 times.
3) Let the brakes cool before setting off on your first ride.
Fig. 20.1
ADJUSTING HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES
The hydraulic brake system on your iGO electric bike is self adjusting,
and will not require manual adjustment during normal operation.
If you pull the brake lever and the pads don’t stop your bike, you probably
have air in your brake line. Unless you have bled brakes before we
strongly suggest this be done by a professional bike mechanic.
