Storing Your Empulse
Storage and Transportation 73
Storage a nd Transpor tationStoring Your Empulse
STORAGE INFORMATION
If you won’t be riding for an extended period, such as during the
winter, thoroughly inspect your Empulse and correct any problems
before storing it. That way, needed repairs won’t be forgotten and it
will be easier to get your Empulse running again.
We suggest you perform the following procedures to keep your
Empulse in top condition and will reduce the deterioration that can
occur during storage.
Preparation for Storage
1. Wash and dry your Empulse. Wax all painted surfaces (except
matte surfaces).
2. Lubricate the drive chain. See “
Lubrication”, p a g e 6 9 .
3. Inflate the tires to their recommended pressures. See “
Tire
Pressures”, p a g e 6 4 .
4. Store your Empulse in a dry, unheated area that is away from
sunlight and has minimal daily temperature variation.
5. Place your Empulse on stands to lift both tires off the floor.
6. Cover your Empulse with a porous material. Avoid using plastic
or similar non-breathing materials that restrict air flow and allow
heat and moisture to accumulate.
Recommendations for storage periods longer than two (2)
weeks
In order to maximize the life of the batteries, the following
guidelines should be followed:
• The recommended state of charge (SoC) at the start of storage
should be between 50% and 70%.
• The ideal storage temperature should be between 32°F and 75°F
(0°C and 24°C).
• Periodically check the SoC of the batteries and charge if
necessary.
• Disconnect the Battery Safety Disconnect to reduce quiescent
drain on the batteries. See “
BATTERY SAFETY DISCONNECT”,
page 51.
Removal from Storage
1. Uncover and clean your Empulse.
2. Fully charge the bike. See “
CHARGING THE EMPULSE”, p a g e 3 3 .
3. Lubricate the drive chain. See “
Lubrication”, p a g e 6 9 .
4. Perform a pre-ride inspection (see “
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION”,
page 18), then test ride your Empulse at low speeds.
WARNING
After reconnecting the Battery Safety Disconnect, the Empulse must
be powered on to allow for a full electrical system test and then, if
necessary, charged.
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