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3.13
Rims and spokes
3.13.1 It is essential to have your spokes checked and tightened after 300 miles. This is a free
service provided by your supplier. If this service has not been undertaken at the correct time, this
may cause damage to the wheels and spokes that will not be covered under our Warrantee.
3.14
Chain and drive wheel removal
3.14.1 To completely remove the rear wheel, it is necessary to disconnect the main motor cable
connecting the motor to the bicycle electrical system. This operation is best achieved by turning the
bicycle upside down.
3.14.2 Locate the motor cable where it emerges from the centre of the wheel axle on the left hand
side of the bicycle and slide back the rubber top hat cover to gain access to the nut below.
3.14.3 Trace the route of the motor cable along the rear forks of the frame and locate the quick
release motor cable connector shown in the image above. (N.B. this image is for illustration
purposes only). Disconnect the two halves of the connector, taking care not to strain the cables, and
unclip the motor cable from the frame. Note the alignment marks on the two halves of the
connector.
3.14.5 Loosen the two large motor axle nuts and remove the nut from the right hand side, taking
care to note the position of any tab washers fitted. Unscrew the left hand nut as far as is possible
towards the cable exit from the motor axle, being careful not to damage the cable.
3.14.6 Lift the wheel from the frame dropouts, being careful not to snag or strain the motor cable.
3.15.6 Installation is the reverse of the above. Take care to locate the tab washers correctly in the
drop out slots and tighten the axle nuts to the torque specified in the manual. Reconnect the two
halves of the quick release connectors, taking care to ensure the pins and alignment arrows align
correctly. Re-clip the cable to the frame, ensuring that the cable cannot rub against the tyre and that
the cable exits in a downwards direction from the axle to avoid water ingress into the motor. Refit
the rubber top hat cover.