should be properly seated in the rim and the fit of the tire bead in the rim should
be periodically checked. Insure that the tire is not cracked or excessively worn.
Check for foreign objects in the tread, and that the valve stem is straight in the
rim. Damaged or worn tires should be replaced immediately. Take the bike to a
qualified bike mechanic to repair and/or replace your tires if necessary.
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Lights and Reflectors
: Your Ultra Motor electric bicycle comes equipped with a
halogen head light, an LED tail light and a high performance hub dynamo to
power them. Please insure that your lighting system is in proper working order in
case you get caught out after dark. Further, your bike comes equipped with eight
(8) reflectors (front handle bar, rear fender, front wheel, rear wheel and two each
on the left and right pedals) to make you more visible at night. Please insure that
those reflectors are in place, properly positioned and clean before each ride.
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Drive chain
: Your Ultra Motor electric bicycle is equipped with a high quality
roller chain that needs to be cleaned and lubricated regularly.
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Brakes
: Check your brakes before each ride.
WARNING: Riding with brakes that are damaged, excessively worn and/or
misadjusted will significantly degrade the stopping capabilities of your bicycle.
This condition could lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death, and
property damage.
Please refer to the instructions on Page 15 for the proper
installation and adjustment of your brakes.
WARNING: Bicycle caliper brakes lose effectiveness when wet. Avoid riding in
wet weather. If it is unavoidable, be aware of the fact that stopping your bicycle
will require extra distance. Ride more slowly, keep a greater interval between
yourself and other traffic, and begin braking sooner than normal. Failure to
take these precautions could lead to an accident causing serious injury or death,
and property damage.
Test the function of your brakes by riding your bicycle in an area free from traffic
and obstructions prior to every ride.
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Brake cut-off switches
: To maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of the
braking system, and to save battery power, your Tres Terra electric bike uses a
system that turns power to the motor “OFF” when the brakes are applied. Check
the function of the brake cut-off switches before each ride. To do so, turn the
power “ON”, lift the rear wheel off the ground by pushing the bike onto the
lowered kickstand, and actuate the throttle.
CAUTION: Insure that there is no one standing close to the rear wheel, and that
all clothing and other objects are a safe distance away from the rear wheel when
performing this test. The rear wheel will spin at high speed during this test. If
necessary, ask a friend to assist with this test.
With the rear wheel off the ground, actuate the twist grip throttle on the right side
of the handlebar. The electric motor will spin the rear wheel. With the throttle
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