As a new type of transportation, the electric bicycle is winning over more and more people thanks to its environmental protection and energy saving. Yet many people do not know how to maintain their electric vehicles, which greatly shortens their service life.

Below is a detailed guide on how to maintain the five important systems of an electric bicycle: the battery, the charger, the electronic control, the motor, and the brakes.

1. Use and maintenance of the charger

1) Do not change chargers at will; use the charger correctly according to the manual.

2) Before charging, confirm that the charger plug (positive and negative poles) matches the socket of the vehicle battery. Never charge the battery with a non-standard or poor-quality charger, to avoid unnecessary damage to the battery.

3) Because the charger gives off heat during charging, it is recommended to charge the battery in an open, ventilated place. Never cover the charger with any object while charging, or the charger and battery may be damaged and a fire may even break out. In addition, never let the charger be submerged in water or rained on.

2. Use and maintenance of the electronic control system

1) When parking the electric vehicle, do not leave it in direct sunlight or in the rain for a long time, to avoid damage to the components inside the controller that could cause control failure.

2) When using the throttle grip, twist it gently and release it gently; there is no need to force it. For 1:1 pedal-assist brushed models, it is best to use the cruise control switch.

3) When riding in the rain, try to keep switches and electrical connection plugs from getting wet, to prevent leakage and short circuits.

4) Exposed contacts (including the triangle socket) are live. Never touch the positive and negative poles at the same time with your hand or with metal objects.

3. Use and maintenance of the motor

1) Whether a brushed or brushless motor, some mechanical noise (brushed) or electromagnetic resonance (brushless) is produced during operation, which is normal. But if a brushless motor produces abnormal vibration and knocking sounds while running, turn off the power lock and inspect or repair it promptly.

2) When moving an electric bicycle backward, the rear wheel feels heavier to push back; this is normal. However, if rolling the vehicle forward feels very resistant, first cut off the motor power (which removes the forward resistance) and then inspect and repair it in time.

3) When riding on flooded roads in rainy weather, the water depth must not exceed the lower edge of the motor wheel hub, to avoid motor faults caused by water seepage.

4. Use and maintenance of the braking and drive systems

1) First, just as with an ordinary bicycle, regularly inspect, wipe, and lubricate the drive parts such as the front axle, center axle, freewheel, and chain, to prevent rust or seizing that would affect normal use. The motor is a maintenance-free part for users; generally there is no need to clean or lubricate its internals yourself. When an abnormality appears, take the vehicle to a repair point for maintenance.

2) Second, frequently check whether the power-off brake levers of the front and rear brakes work properly, especially the left lever of the rear brake. If the power-off function fails, the controller may be damaged during use.

5. Use and maintenance of the battery

The battery is a consumable. With continued use, the mileage per charge of the whole vehicle gradually decreases. To keep the electric bicycle in normal use, the battery needs necessary care. The key points are as follows:

1) Choose a high-quality charger that matches the battery.

2) Never use or store the battery in a discharged state. After each use, no matter how much power has been consumed, recharge the battery fully as soon as possible when you can. This helps extend the life of the lead-acid battery.

3) Never open the battery seal cover without authorization, to prevent danger and damage to the vehicle from leakage.

4) Choose a high-quality battery whenever possible. When choosing a battery, prefer a high-quality, good-reputation branded battery, such as a Xupai battery. Xupai batteries are of excellent quality with good service; its sales, customer service, technical support, and repair systems are well established, giving consumers better after-sales service.

That covers the use and maintenance of the five major systems of an electric bicycle. We hope you find it useful.