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GUIDELINES & TIPS
TRANSPORTATION TIPS
GUIDELINES & TIPS
STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMITS
ON ROAD (CAR)
• Only use car racks suitable for e-bikes and follow the manufacturer’s manual
• Remove the Range Extender battery and cable from frame and transport it inside car
• When removing wheel(s), install the brake pad spacer in caliper
• Do not drive at high speeds, especially when wet
• Do not place bike parts close to the exhaust pipes, especially rims/wheels - the heat from the exhaust(s) can damage parts
IN PASSENGER AIRCRAFT
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• On most passenger air planes, all batteries with a capacity greater than 100 Wh cannot be transported
• Some airlines allow the RE to be transported - double check before booking tickets
• If travelling by air is preferred, batteries need to be shipped by land (requires correct labelling etc.) or need to be rented
out at destination
KEY FACTS
• The structural weight weight limit for Como SL bikes is
stated on the sticker on the underside of the downtube
(see image).
• 136 kg is the structural weight limit for all Como SL models
weight (rider and cargo) a bike is designed and tested to
support structurally
DETAILED REFERENCE
document: ‘SPECIALIZED BICYCLE OWNER’S MANUAL:
APPENDIX A - RIDER/BIKE WEIGHT LIMITS AND TERRAIN
CONDITIONS
• Find it on the Service Website and on www.specialized.com,
archived under the manual’s drop down for every bike model
Example of
EN 15194 sticker
on a Como SL bike