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Electric Bike’s Maintenance Tips to Ensure Better Performance

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Electric Bike’s Maintenance

Tips to Ensure Better

Performance

Why Regular Maintenance is

important?

• Routine inspection increases the performance and life of an electric cycle.

• Regular maintenance keeps the e-bike looking like new for long.

• Important for safety.• And to avoid costly repairs.

Essential tips for pre & post ride checks

1. Cleaning:Thorough cleaning, at least once in a month or especially after a muddy ride is important.

Rinse it off with water or use mild detergent. Check the frame of cycle for any rust and remove it with steel wool.

2. Drive-train and Battery: • The chain should be

wiped with damp rag.• Inspect by pedaling &

shifting through each gear to check any resistance.

• Use proper lubrication to prevent rust and corrosion.

• Get the batteries checked by professions to ensure maximum performance.

3. Tires:• Check for tire

pressure before every ride.

• Use a pressure gauge to check that the tires are properly inflated.

• Make sure that the wheel does not rub against the frame or brake pads.

4. Brakes and cables:• The brake pads

should be inspected regularly for removing debris and checking excessive wear.

• Ensure that the cables move freely through housing.

• check the cables and wires on the e-cycle for any weathering or damage.

• Follow all these tips and enjoy a hassle free Electric Bike riding