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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
MOTOR AND CONTROLLER CAN BE VERY HOT, CAUSING BURNS AND SEVERE INJURY. BE SURE THESE
COMPONETS HAVE HAD TIME TO COOL BEFORE ATEMPTING TO DO ANY MAINTENANCE.
BEFORE DOING ANY WORK ON YOUR BIKE ALWAYS BE SURE TO REMOVE THE BATTERY.
Service:
Be
fore every ride complete the bike inspection outlined in the section “Inspection
Before Every R
ide”.
If you identify any areas that need adjustment or service, take your bike to a qualified bike technician for
repair and service.
Before and after every ride:
Check wheels and tire inflation, check handlebar and stem, check brakes, check
seat, and seat post, check lights and reflectors, check frame, fork, and components. Clean your bike and
remove any grass or debris on your bike, especially from your drivetrain system. Never clean your brake pads
or rotor with any type of lubricant.
Monthly:
Clean your bike thoroughly and remove any grass or debris on your bike, especially from your
drivetrain system. Lubricate chain rollers with bike chain lubricant. Squeeze and inspect brakes for wear and
proper working order. Check reflectors, lights, and seat/seat post for excess wear or damage. Check the frame,
fork, handlebars, and stem for cracks and damage. Check each pedal to make sure they are not loose. Make
sure there is no rust or kinks in the control cables or cable housing. Check your wheel rims for excessive wear
and dents or for any loose or damaged spokes. Check your tires for tire inflation and excessive wear, cuts, or
abrasions. Check each pedal arm to be sure they are tight.
Every 3 months:
Check reflectors, lights, and seat/seat post for excess wear or damage. Check the frame, fork,
handlebars, and stem for cracks and damage. Lubricate handlebar stem and seat post. Check each pedal to
make sure they are not loose and lubricated. Make sure there is no rust or kinks in the control cables or brake
housing. Check your wheel rims for excessive wear and dents and for loose or damaged spokes. Check your
tires for tire inflation and excessive wear, cuts, or abrasions. Check crankset and bottom bracket. Inspect and
lubricate brake levers. Lubricate bottom bracket bearings, wheel bearings. Check each pedal arm to be sure
they are tight.
If you are uncomfortable with any service or general maintenance to your bike, please visit your local bike
shop for service and maintenance.
Take your bike to your local bike shop for inspection after 30 days or if you think something is wrong with your
bike take it in immediately.
Your bike and components are subject to wear and fatigue. If a component’s life cycle is exceeded, it can
suddenly fail which may cause serious injury or death.
