Although the electrical components are water resistant and there is risk Of electric shock from wet
weather, you should exercise caution and strongly consider not riding in such conditions, especially
heavy rain.
In wet weather, you need to take extra care.
Brake earlier, stopping distance is up to 6 times longer
Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking and take corners with additional caution.
Be more visible on the road
Wear reflective clothing and use safety lights.
Potholes and slippery surface such as line markings and train tracks all become more hazardous
and more difficult to see when wet.
Pedaling Technique
Position the ball of your foot on the center of the pedal.
When pedaling, ensure your knees are parallel to the bicycle frame.
To absorb shock, keep your elbows slightly bent.
Learn to operate the gears properly.
Hill Technique
Gear down before a climb and continue gearing down as required to maintain pedaling speed.
If you reach the lowest gear and are struggling, stand up on your pedals,you will then obtain more
power from each pedal revolution.
On the descent, use the high gears to avoid rapid pedaling.
Do not exceed a comfortable speed, maintain control and take additional care.
Cornering Technique
Brake slightly before cornering and prepare to learn your body into the corner.
Maintain the inside pedal at the 12o’clock position and slightly point the inside knee in the direction you
are turning.
Keep the other leg straight; do not pedal through fast or tight corners. While going through the run,
keep your eyes parallel to the horizon and look as far ahead of you as possible.
Storage
Keep your bicycle in a dry location away form the wet weather and the sun.
Direct sunlight may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to crack.
Before storing your bicycle for a long period, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame.
Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground, charge your batteries and make
sure they are protected from water.
Batteries should be charged every 30 days to avoid capacity loss.
Do not cover bicycle with plastic as “sweating “will result which may cause rusting.
Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage ,rust,corrosion,dry rot or theft.
Security
It is advisable that the following steps be taken to prepare for and help prevent possible theft.
Maintain a record of the bicycle’s serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the
bottom bracket or on the head tube.
Register the bicycle with the local police.
Invert in a high quality bicycle lock that will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters.
