Baja motorsports BE500 User Manual

BE500 Electric-assisted bicycle
Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.
No one under the age of 16 (14 in Québec) should operate this vehicle.
Always wear a helmet; It could save your Life!
Do not remove this operator’s manual from this vehicle.
Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and
regulations pertaining to owning and operating this electric assisted bicycle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Age Requirement:
-16 years or older in BC and
Ontario
-14 years or older in Québec
NOTE: In Québec operators
aged 14 through 17 are
required to obtain a license.
Rev.D (CAN)
031009

Baja motorsports BE500 Specifications

General

Motor type	Electric
Payload	99kg (219lbs)
Suspension	Front- Telescopic fork Rear- Dual shock
Passengers	2
Horsepower (HP)	2.04hp
Power	500 Watt
Starter	Electric
Brake	Front-Dual Hydraulic Disc Rear-Drum
Battery	12V-20AH x 4/ TD896Z

Weight and Dimensions

Overall length	1676mm (66 inches)
Overall width	762mm (30 inches)
Overall height	1041mm (41 inches)
Seat height	800mm (31.5 inches)
Wheelbase	1333mm (52.5 inches)
Ground clearance	152mm (6 inches)
Dead weight	86kg (191lbs.)
Front wheel Rear wheel	3.00-10 3.00-10

Summary

Owner's Manual and Initial Safety

Age and Licensing Requirements

Details age restrictions and licensing for operating the electric bicycle.

Essential Safety Guidelines

Emphasizes wearing helmets and following regulations for safe operation.

Important Warnings and Vehicle Compliance

Manual Usage and Operator Responsibility

Stresses the manual's importance, retention, and operator's legal duty.

General Safety Precautions

Safety Warnings and Decals

Covers severe injury/death warnings, decal importance, and modification risks.

Additional Safety Precautions

Protective Gear and Clothing

Advises on helmets, eye protection, gloves, and securing loose items.

Moving Parts and Traffic Safety Basics

Advanced Traffic Safety

Riding Practices and Conditions

Covers speed control, turning, terrain, and weather considerations.

Electric Motor, Fasteners, and Charging Safety

Electric Motor Safety Procedures

Charging Precautions and Maintenance

Pre-Ride Inspection Checklist

Detailed Pre-Ride Inspection

Checklist Items and Actions

Lists specific checks for decals, tires, chain, throttle, fasteners, steering, frame, battery, and lights.

Operation: Charging and Starting

Battery Charging Procedure

Operation: Safe Driving

Riding Practices and Load Limits

Covers safe riding techniques, overload warnings, and cargo limits.

Essential Riding Gear

Reinforces the need for DOT helmets, eye protection, and shoes.

Operation: Controls and Switches

Main Ignition and Steering Lock

Operation: Brakes, Throttle, and Parking

Brake and Throttle Operation

Describes how to use brake levers and the throttle grip.

Operation: Shutting Off Motor

Motor Shutdown Procedure

Operation: Left Handlebar Controls

Light Switch Functions

Operation: Instruments and Seat Lock

Instrument Panel Indicators

Maintenance: Brakes

Front Hydraulic Brake Inspection

Maintenance: Tires

Tire Specifications and Wear

Scheduled Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule Intervals

Details the maintenance schedule by mileage intervals and item types.

Troubleshooting

Electric Motor Starting Problems

Addresses issues with the electric motor not starting and potential causes.

Electrical System Diagram

Wiring Schematics and Color Codes

Provides a detailed wiring diagram and wire color coding.