Parking & Transport
Weight: 79 lbs
Carrying Loads & Cargo
Total Payload Capacity of Whale: 400 lbs
Cargo Safe Operation Tips:
Follow these basic parking, storage, and transport tips to ensure your bike is well cared for, both on and off the road:
• When walking with the bike, turn off the power to avoid accidental acceleration, or use Walk Mode (page
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• Though our bikes are water resistant (IPX4 Water Resistance), please do not park your bike outdoors in cold or inclement weather for extended periods.
• When parking, switch the power and any lights off to conserve battery, remove the key from the bike, and ensure the battery is secured and locked to the
frame.
• In public places, help keep your Bike safe and secure from theft by always locking it up.
• Make sure to not park, store or transport your Bike on a rack that is not designed for the size and weight of the bike. When storing or carrying your
bike on a rack for transport, remove the battery to reduce the weight and make lifting or loading easier.
The following list provides important tips for the safe operation of the Whale when used for carrying cargo:
1. Make sure to load the cargo as low as possible to lower the center of gravity and improve stability.
2. Ensure your loads are properly secured and periodically check that nothing has loosened.
3. Plan your route accordingly when cargo is loaded on the Whale, considering hill climbing ability, steering, and braking. Also account for
moderately reduced range when carrying extra cargo weight (or an additional passenger).
4. Try to get a feel for the cargo load in a flat and open private area before riding on public roads.
5. Make sure to not use the front brake by itself, with or without cargo. Always apply the rear brake first followed by the front brake. Failure of the front fork or
loss of control is possible when the front brake is operated independently, especially at higher speeds.
6. The kickstand is not designed to hold the bike upright with cargo by itself, always manually hold the bike upright when loading or carrying cargo.
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