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RIDING IN THE RAIN
EVELO Electric Bicycles are designed so that you can operate them in rainy weather.
Factory-level design elements keep the electrical components well-protected and
nearly all the electrical connections are located within the frame.
However, if you do choose to ride in the rain, be aware that necessary braking
distances can be increased significantly, and keep in mind that the road surface can be
slick. Use caution in wet conditions — even if it is not actively raining.
Although rain and wet weather is acceptable use, we do recommend that you avoid
circumstances where your bike will be immersed in water, such as riding through a
deep stream. The bike is water-resistant, but not waterproof.
After riding in the rain, disconnect the battery and air-dry the electrical connection
points to avoid corrosion. We also recommend that you dry your bike with a soft towel
if you having been riding in the rain.
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Use higher inflation pressures for your tires;
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Ride at moderate speeds (higher speeds bring greater wind resistance, putting a
greater load on the motor); and
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Avoid riding in stop-and-go traffic.
In many ways, considerations similar to those one takes to improve gas mileage for a
car are likely to be helpful in increasing the range of your new electric bike.
Different riders in different conditions can expect different performance. For example, a
130 pound rider who is pedaling on flat terrain will go significantly further on a charge
than a 230 pound rider in hilly terrain who is not pedaling. This is why distance –per-
charges are estimated in such a broad spectrum.
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