Maintenance

Ownership precautions

500 Series & Core-5: Rear Brake Caliper Adjustment
Adjusting off the bike Typically this takes about 5 minutes. Assess the adjustment needed (look at the spacing between the rotor and pads), remove the brac...
Wed, Sep 27, 2023 at 12:11 PM
Battery and Charging Information
Charging Basics Only use the provided Ride1Up brand charger for your specific model Please wait 30-60 minutes after using your battery to charge it, e...
Tue, Nov 21, 2023 at 10:31 AM
Battery Long-Term / Winter Storage
Proper handling and storage can have a positive impact on the battery. This may be day-to-day handling or extended storage. In all cases, here are a few key...
Tue, Sep 19, 2023 at 8:54 AM
Best Methods for Washing Your Ebike
Riding your electric bike in the elements is a joy, and we want to maintain that sparkling, fresh, out-of-the-box look for years to come. Many riders ask, w...
Wed, Sep 27, 2023 at 12:28 PM
Crank Arm Creaking or Clicking while Pedaling
Creaking or clicking while pedaling may have various causes Most commonly, your crank arms are not properly tightened. If not resolved soon, the crank arm ...
Wed, Sep 27, 2023 at 3:12 PM
Electric Bicycle Lubrication
While the critical areas of our bikes come lubricated from the factory, there are several times when adding lubrication to certain areas can be beneficial f...
Wed, Sep 27, 2023 at 4:51 PM
Electric Bicycle Maintenance Intervals
The most important thing you can do to ensure hassle-free riding and extend the life of your bike and components is preemptive maintenance. This article is ...
Thu, Sep 28, 2023 at 12:24 PM
Electric Bike Safety Check
Pre-ride checks should be done frequently on your ebike Ebikes travel at higher speeds than traditional bikes, making them more dangerous than traditional ...
Thu, Sep 28, 2023 at 12:29 PM
Front Wheel Noise: Whistling, Whining, or Squeaking
Occasionally, after assembly or after riding, you may hear a whining, whistling, or squeaking from the front wheel. This is almost always resolved by applyi...
Thu, Sep 28, 2023 at 12:31 PM
Replacing Disc Brake Pads
You can usually find replacement brake pads by searching for the model of brakes installed on your bike. Ensure the pads are the same shape as the ones you ...
Thu, Sep 28, 2023 at 12:36 PM