Spending on an electric bike is no joke. While the amount you need to shell out is nothing compared to a car, it is still a substantial investment. And when you are spending this much on an investment, it is best to know everything you need to know.
This article aims to provide new eBike owners with the essentials of taking care of their electric bikes.
Tips on Maintaining your Electric Bike
Regularly Clean Your eBike
A clean bike not only draws attention to its design. Regular maintenance is crucial for ensuring the longevity and performance of e-bikes. Regularly cleaning it also ensures you can maximize what it offers and keep it for a long time.
Electric bikes are exposed to various factors that could impact how they perform. Dirt, mud, and rocks are among the things that could get stuck on any eBike component.
But it should not just be surface cleaning. It is essential to thoroughly clean your e-bike. This cleaning must include checking the tires, assessing the tires’ air pressure, and inspecting any damage to the wheels. It is also a must to check for rocks stuck on the motor, pedals, or brakes.
For those who want a step-by-step way to clean an eBike, here are the steps:
- If the eBike comes with a removable battery, like the Engwe EP-2 PRO, it is best to remove it before cleaning.
- Jet-blasting the electric bike is highly discouraged. With eBikes having with sensitive electric parts, it is best to use a bucket or a low-pressure water hose.
- Ensure all electric connections and components are sealed or covered before washing the electric bike.
- Use a brush to clean the charging port and other parts of the eBike that could easily store dirt.
- After washing, it is best to dry the electric bike with a clean cloth while avoiding the disc brake.
- For eBike with a speed sensor, wiping it with a soft cloth helps avoid any issues in the long run.
Inspect Before Each Ride and on a Regular Basis
Prevention is key. The same principle applies when you own an electric bike.
But how do you prevent your eBike components from being faulty? Experienced riders recommend inspecting it before going on a ride.
Isn’t cleaning it once a week enough? We have long emphasized the importance of cleaning an eBike, but there’s something more about inspecting it before heading out.
As car owners check their brake fluids, headlights, and engine before a long ride, inspecting every component ensures you will not find yourself hurt due to a faulty brake or improperly inflated tires. Religiously doing this inspection reduces or eliminates the chances of you getting into an accident.
Watch Your Battery
The battery is one of the vital components of an electric bike. With the battery being responsible for the power that helps you propel, it is a must to regularly check for any irregularities. Examine for any bloating, non-charging, or inability to deliver the expected range.
Aside from regularly inspecting the eBike battery, it is also a must to include it in periodic cleaning. But isn’t cleaning the battery dangerous? Not if done correctly.
The first thing to do is disconnect the battery from the electric bike. Next, wipe it with a damp cloth and remove any dirt stuck on the connectors with a brush. It is also recommended to clean the battery contacts once in a while.
In terms of charging and storing, mechanics recommend filling it up at room temperature in a dry place. Experts also advise owners to avoid getting their battery fully discharged all the time, as well as leaving it connected to the power outlet even when it’s fully charged.
If the eBike will be left unused for months, it is suggested to have its battery charged between 30% and 60%.
For those looking to have an eBike they could comfortably charge and store, the Engwe C20 Pro electric bike offers a folding design, making it more convenient to charge inside the house or office.
Immediately Visiting a Bike Mechanic Once There’s Something Wrong
Owning an electric bike is not always fun. There are times when you need to face the fact that you need to visit a bike mechanic to have malfunctioning components fixed.
Avoiding serious problems starts by feeling and being attentive to how the electric bike performs. It is expected that some parts of the eBike will degrade due to wear and tear. Acknowledging that there’s something wrong allows you to fix it yourself or have a mechanic look at it.
The biggest benefit of knowing when there’s something wrong? Saving money and time from expensive repairs and part replacement.
Final Words
At Engwe, we are committed to providing electric bike enthusiasts with the best eBike available. Each product we release to the market is designed and made with high-quality materials and is easy to maintain.
While it may be daunting to take care of an eBike at the beginning, especially for new riders, doing it regularly makes anyone more confident in cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining it in no time!
