The battery installation starts with mounting the battery cradle. This is what your battery
will attach to and it’s also where the controller is housed.
The most common way to install the battery is by using the drink bottle holder mounts on
your frame. Simply remove your drink bottle holder, (if you have one) and you’re ready to
install the battery cradle.
You will be able to tell where your cradle will fit best by simply holding the cradle up against
your frame. You will have a few different height options however keep in mind you need
room above the cradle to manoeuvre the battery in and out. You can secure the cradle by
using your existing bolts/screws and tightening them up.
Be careful not to over tighten your bolts/screws as drink bottle mounts and threads are
only ‘nutserts’. If installed correctly the battery and cradle should feel very secure and not
bounce over bumps.
If drink bottle mounts aren’t an option, there are plenty of battery attachment options
other than the method above, such as:
1. Install the battery on a rear rack (contact Dillenger for this option).
2. Use large hose clamps or heavy-duty fasteners to secure the battery cradle on the
downtube (not recommended).
3. Drill through holes in your frame and use high tensile steel bolts and lock nuts to attach
the cradle. If done correctly, this is a very solid option and you will only need to spend $2 on
fasteners.
The cradle should always be secure and rigid to avoid any vibrations or movement of the
battery.
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Battery Cradle Install
Once you have installed the cradle you slot the battery in its cradle.
The battery is automatically in a “locked” position, so in order to remove the battery from
the cradle you need to turn the key and gently slide the battery out of the cradle.
With the motor, battery, and cradle/controller mounted, it’s time to move on to the
easy part.
Firstly remove the packaging from the Display, Thumb Throttle and E-Brake Sensor
kit.
Your handlebars should be just about bare, ready to accept your new controls.