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4.
Before your first ride
4.1 Checking the battery before first use
Check the battery pack before charging or using your e-bike for the
first time.
Press the on/off switch
to switch on the battery.
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If no charge indicator LED lights up
, the battery pack
might be faulty.
Do not charge or use a defective battery. Get in contact with
a qualified bicycle mechanic or the ROSE service.
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If at least one charge level indicator LED lights up, yet not all
, fully charge the battery before your first ride (see
“5.3 Charging the battery“ on page 26).
4.2 Getting started for your first ride and getting used to your
new bike
Make yourself familiar with the handling, brakes, shifting system and
– if available – with the suspension elements of your bike away from public roads. Do not forget to wear a helmet! Only
slowly increase the difficulty of the terrain or manoeuvres.
Requirements:
• The bike is assembled in accordance with chapter “3. Bike assembly“ on page 13.
• The saddle height is properly adjusted to guarantee a comfortable ride and to ensure you will get on and off the
bike easily.
• All tasks from the chart “Before your ride” (see “7.1 Before your ride“ on page 28) have been carried out.
1. Break in the brake pads.
Choose a road away from public roads and brake 20 to 30 times with the front or rear brake from a speed of 30
km/h down to 5 km/h. You should brake as hard as possible without locking one of the wheels. Repeat the process
for the other brake. Only then the brake can show its full braking power.
Please also note the instructions of the brake manufacturer (see enclosed manual).
2. Check the functioning of the brakes while riding.
Normally, the rear brake is located on the right-hand side of the handlebar, and the front brake is on the left-
hand side. However, if required, the brake levers can also be mounted the other way around.
If the positioning of the brake levers on your bike is new and unfamiliar, you will have to be careful on your
first rides. Make yourself familiar with the functioning and power of the brakes while riding at reduced speed.
Many brakes offer the possibility to adjust bite point and lever reach. For this, please note the brake
manufacturer’s instructions (see enclosed manual).
Shifting system:
3. Shift through all gears while riding at reduced speed and choose the right gear.
