Of course e-Bikes can be used all year long but it’s important to ensure they are in perfect condition. Keeping the bike clean is your job: all parts need to dry after riding on the wet and slushy roads, you need to ensure it happens. If you don’t look after the bike and don’t carry out the necessary maintenance jobs you can’t expect the bike to perform well. Of course this is more important during the winter months than summertime.
The ideal temperature for these systems is between 5°C and 30°C. In sub zero conditions you need to remove the battery and store it at room temperature with about 30-40% charge level. Having the battery stored with too low or maximum level of charge can damage the battery cells.
In case you store the bike outdoors you always need to find a place that is sheltered from rain or alternatively, use waterproof rain cover. This way your beloved bike will stay dry. Always remove the display and the battery in case of outdoor storage.
Tip
· Don’t forget to keep the connection surfaces of the battery clean
· If you store the bike for longer period of time, charge the batteries every 3 months and keep the recommended 30-40% level of charge
· Always ensure the necessary ventilation in case you use waterproof rain cover.
