9
Operating Range
The distance you will be able to ride with
a single battery charge depends on many
factors. Some are under your control and
some are not. The factors you have no
control on are weather conditions such as
wind direction, wind strength, and
temperature. Difficult road surfaces also
influence the range you can achieve.
Loose and irregular ground surfaces will
increase your tires rolling resistance and
therefore require more power and
decrease the range you can cover.
The factors you have control over are the
following:
▪ The power assistance level you choose
▪ Tires pressure and condition
▪ The weight of cargo you are carrying
▪ Condition of the battery
Here are some tips to help you reach
maximum range of a battery charge:
▪ Only use the power assistance you need
for each condition during your ride. (You
may not need maximum assistance
while riding on flat ground or with a tail
wind).
▪ After a stop, start off again on an easy
gear combination and shift up
progressively as you gain speed. (Think
of it as driving a car with a manual
transmission where you would not start
accelerating in a high gear).
▪ Keep your tires inflated at the
recommended pressure. (This will
significantly reduce the rolling
resistance of your tires and require less
power to propel the bicycle).
▪ Only bring the necessary equipment to
keep your overall weight as low as
possible.
▪ Always charge your battery according to
the instructions described in section
Charging the battery of this manual to
extend its life and performance.
It is recommended that you plan your
ride to make sure you can make it back
home on a single charge or have a
charging stop planned in advance.
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