You can do some basic self-maintenance on your E-Bike to extend its lifespan.
- Make sure your electric bike is tidy.After every ride, try using a bicycle cleaner.
- Avoid using spray cleaning or other techniques since this can lead to bearing lubricant leakage and water intrusion, which can cause critical components to corrode.
- Take caution not to spray water too near to the hub, carriage, headphones, or other locations that are typically lubricated while using a high-power hose.
- Some bike shine treatments can help your electric bike stay newer for longer by adding a layer of protection to the paint.Take cautious not to allow these objects to come in contact with braking surfaces!
- After cleaning, lube the chain with an appropriate oil to ensure it doesn't stay dry.Use dry lubricant in the summer and wet lubricant in the winter.(Dry lubricating oil gets dry; wet lubricating oil stays wet).
- Try to store your bicycle away from the elements in a dry location while not in use.
- Verify that the air pressure in your tires is correct.This will stop uneven wear on the tires.Your life will also be easier as a result of the bicycle's decreased rolling resistance.As a result, the range of motion is increased and the motor needs less effort.You might be surprised at how much of an impact this has.The tire's side always displays the tire pressure.
Engine and battery maintenance
Nowadays, the majority of motors are sealed or useless, so they will be replaced instead than repaired if something goes wrong.
The same is true with batteries, but there are things you can do to make them last longer. For instance, fill it up, don't let it empty for a long time, and don't keep it out in the intense sun for too long. The battery should not be kept in a cold environment for several months after it has been used; its normal storage temperature is 25°C.In order for the battery to return to its previous level of performance, a charge-discharge cycle must be completed every three months.
It is recommended to fully charge the majority of contemporary lithium batteries. Therefore, it's more beneficial to charge the battery after the ride rather than letting it run out of power and charging it right away, even if you're simply cycling for a short 10-mile distance on the road.
To put it simply, if managed correctly, E-Bikes actually don't require any more maintenance than traditional carts.
