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8. Finally, take a good look at the whole STEVENS pedelec to detect any deforma-
tions, colour changes or cracks.
Ride back very carefully by taking the shortest route possible, only if your
STEVENS pedelec went through this check without any problems. Do not accel-
erate or brake hard and do not ride your pedelec out of the saddle. If you are in
doubt about the performance of your STEVENS pedelec, have yourself picked up
by car, instead of taking any risk.
Back home you have to check your STEVENS pedelec thoroughly. The damaged
parts must be repaired. Ask your STEVENS dealer for help.
Riding a STEVENS Pedelec – Special Features
Your STEVENS pedelec is designed to be used like a conventional bicycle. The
unique riding experience, however, starts when you actuate the drive system. At
that moment the assistance generated by the 250 W motor increases with its high
torque the stronger you pedal.
Riding with Drive Assistance
The system can be switched on and off at the rechargeable battery. Furthermore,
it shows the remaining capacity of the battery. When switched on the system acti-
vates during pedalling and the drive assistance is available. Sensors measure your
pedalling movements and control the fully automated drive assistance according
to the selected assistance mode. The level of the additional propulsion depends on
the assistance mode. The assistance switches off when you reach a speed of more
than 25 kph / 15 mph.
Range – Useful Information for a Long Ride
How long and how far you can benefit from the auxiliary drive depends on sev-
eral factors, i.e. the road conditions, the weight of rider and additional load, the
rider’s pedal force, the degree or mode of assistance, (head)winds, frequent stops,
the temperature, weather conditions etc. The charge state of your rechargeable bat-
tery can be read from the drive HMI. The range indicator on the drive HMI provides
additional information about the estimated range during the ride.
For more information read chapter
“Battery Charge-Control Indicator”
in the BOSCH
system instructions or chapter
“About the battery LED lamp”
in the SHIMANO STePS
system instructions on the enclosed CD-ROM.
To extend the range it is recommended that you ride with low or no assistance
at all on level or downhill trails and only select maximum drive assistance with
headwinds, heavy additional loads and/or when climbing hills.
Danger:
Deformed components,
especially components
made of aluminium, can
break without previous
warning. They must not
be repaired, i.e. straight-
ened, as the imminent
risk of breakage will
remain. This applies in
particular to the fork, the
handlebars, the stem,
the cranks, the seat post
and the pedals. When
in doubt, it is always
recommendable to
have these components
replaced, as your safety
comes first. Ask your
STEVENS dealer for help.
Caution:
Rechargeable batteries
have a limited service
life. The battery dete-
riorates with every use
and with every charging.
Avoid any deep dis-
charge of the rechargea-
ble battery. The batteries
of STEVENS pedelecs
have no memory effect.
It is recommended that
you charge the battery
after every ride.
Note:
Visit www.bosch-ebike.com/en/service/range-assistant/ to find the BOSCH eBike
range assistant which helps you calculate the range for your next eBike tour.
Furthermore, you can extend the range by
- switching into a lower gear prior to stopping in front of traffic lights
- changing gears regularly, as you are used to on a bicycle without drive
- not only riding in high gears
- reducing your additional load (luggage) as far as possible
- storing your battery in your home when it is cold outside and installing it only
shortly before you set off on your STEVENS pedelec
If your battery has not enough capacity to reach your destination, benefit from
the decisive advantage of the STEVENS pedelec: Without drive assistance you can
ride your STEVENS pedelec like a usual bicycle with an unlimited range and nearly
without compromising on riding characteristics.
Riding without Drive Assistance
Your STEVENS pedelec is designed to be used even without drive assistance, i.e.
like a conventional bicycle.
Observe the following points when riding with an empty or without rechargeable
battery:
• Even when you have removed the battery from your pedelec, the drive HMI and
the operating unit can be switched on, as they are powered by an own battery.
If you want to ride without drive assistance with mounted battery, you can switch
on the drive HMI of your STEVENS pedelec to benefit from the functions of your
cycle computer.
• If the lighting system of your STEVENS pedelec is powered by the rechargeable
battery, it can even be used when the battery is empty. It is, however, recom-
mended that you recharge the battery immediately after you have returned.
• After you have removed the battery of your STEVENS pedelec: Keep the connec-
tions of the rechargeable battery free of dirt and moisture. Protect the connec-
tions of your rechargeable battery with the protective covers, if supplied. With the
battery removed the display may be switched off.
Danger:
Do a test ride to make
yourself familiar with the
riding characteristics of
your STEVENS pedelec
and the possibly higher
speed and acceleration,
before riding on public
roads. Risk of accident!
Never ride without a
helmet!
Danger:
Do not step on the ped-
als before sitting in the
saddle, select the lowest
drive assistance and be
ready to brake when you
set off. Risk of falling!
Danger:
Keep in mind that due
to the higher driving
power at the rear wheel
the risk of an accident
increases with slippery
roads (due to wetness,
snow, gravel etc.). This
applies all the more
when riding bends. Risk
of falling!
Danger:
Note that car drivers and other road users may underestimate your speed. Therefore,
always ride on public roads with this fact in mind and anticipate the actions of other
road users. Risk of accident!
Danger:
Keep in mind that pedestrians do not hear you when you approach at high speed.
Therefore, ride particularly defensive and anticipating when using cycle lanes and
cycle/footpaths to avoid accidents. If necessary, ring the bell to warn others.
