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Shifting gears
The shifting of gears is required to change the ratio
of the rotation of pedaling to allow more or less
torque and lower or higher speeds according to one
complete rotation of the crank set. If requiring more
torque, you will shift to a larger rear sprocket for a
higher rotation of pedaling to a lower speed of the
rear wheel. To switch to a larger rear sprocket, you
will need to shift to a lower gear. Gear 1 is the
largest sprocket which is 28 Teeth and your lowest
gear. One full crank rotation creates a 1.57 turn of
the rear wheel. For higher speeds from less rotation
of the crankset on flat pathways, you will shift to a
smaller rear sprocket for a higher wheel rotation to
a lower crankset speed. To shift to a smaller
sprocket, you will need to shift to a higher gear.
Gear 7 is the smallest sprocket with 11 Teeth and
your highest gear. One full crank rotation creates a
4 turn of the rear wheel. Please review the photo
below on shifting gears.
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Watching for obstacles around you
Your new G Plus Stride R travels at higher speeds than most riders are accustomed to when pedaling a traditional
bicycle. It is very important you are aware of your surroundings and obstacles which may appear near you. You
must watch the road surface you are traveling on which could allow for the tires to slip or cause a flat. Examples are
soft shoulders, rocks, pot holes, uneven paths, grates, construction sites and more. Due to the higher rate of speed
when riding under motor power versus pedaling, objects will advance in your path at a faster rate. Pay attention to
other riders in your area, automobiles, motorcycles, pedestrians, poles, intersections and road signs to name a few.
The G Plus Stride R resembles a traditional bicycle and people whether walking, driving or standing may not realize
you are on a motor powered vehicle and misjudge your traveling speed.
WARNING:
Hitting a pot hole, soft shoulder or other road deviation may cause you to lose control,
be thrown and cause serious injury or death.
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Safe riding in various conditions
Riders may find themselves riding in a condition they did not plan on encountering. It is important your new G Plus
Stride R is maintained properly for optimum performance. Please read Chapter 7 on the details required to keep
your electric bicycle at its best. An unexpected rain storm, snow flurry or night ride could arise during a day’s trip
and you should always be prepared. Please read Chapter 4 on Safety, so upon encountering an unexpected ride
condition, you will be confident and ready.
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Charging your battery
The G Plus Stride R’s battery system is the safest and latest technology in Lithium Ion battery cells and was
designed to be easily charged. Chapter 8 offers a detailed explanation on battery management but the following
information is a basic guide in charging your battery. The battery is a removable device and can be charged on or
off the bicycle. If removing the battery to charge it, please follow these instructions.
Locate the key ignition on the battery and turn the key in a counter clockwise rotation to the “UNLOCK”
position. You must push the key in to turn from the “OFF” position to the “UNLOCK” position.
Grab the handle at the back of battery and carefully pull towards the back of the bicycle to slide off.
The battery is now transportable and can be charged away from the bicycle when in “UNLOCK” position.
For charging, please review the following instructions.
Lift up the handle of the battery to access the RCA charging input.
Insert the charging plug from the charger into the battery’s RCA charging input.
