Simple Maintenance Tips for your Electric Bike
Having an electric bike that breaks down or isn’t running smoothly is a real pain. Here
are few simple things you can do to avoid this and keep it running smoother for
longer.
Electric bikes are bicycles that have additional technology to provide pedal assistance.
Because they tend to get used so much more, and at greater average speeds,
maintenance is a critical factor in keeping them running smoothly.
You don’t need to have a fancy workshop, just do these few simple things:
Bicycle maintenance
Regularly check the major touch point bolts for tightness – handlebars, seat rails,
wheels etc. If any of these come off while riding it can be dangerous! Riding with
loose bolts can be an expensive and inconvenient repair.
Lube your chain regularly
Check tyre pressures at least once a week. Pump up to the recommended
pressures if needed.
Clean your ebike with a regular hose and / or bucket & brush. Avoid high
pressure water systems as you don’t want to get water in the electrics!
Electrics maintenance
There is very little to do in terms of electrics maintenance however the main thing is
to take care! Particularly when you are moving your ebike in and out of cars, stairs or
tricky storage places.
Wiring. Be careful not to knock your wiring, particularly on things such as lights,
motor cables near wheels, sensor cables etc
Batteries. See our article on battery care and safety. Also take care sliding your
battery in and out so you don’t bend any nodes on the battery plate.
The next best thing you can do for your ebike is to get it serviced regularly by a skilled
mechanic - preferably one with experience working on electric bikes! Find or avoid
problems before they happen.
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