Batteries – What’s all the buzz?

Positioning

A battery that is positioned on the frame is very close to the centre of gravity, thus having a positive effect on the handling of the electric bike. A battery that is positioned on the rear rack provides more clearance for step-through bikes, allow easier access when mounting and dismounting the electric bike.

Tips for optimising a batteries range

Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your battery. The technology in Lithion-ion batteries makes them into efficient and long-lasting power supplies. As an eBike rider though there are things you could do to help maximise its range.

Don’t pedal too slow, this can be very costly in terms of energy. Try and keep a good level of cadence to optimize the efficiency of the drive unit. Leading to number 2. Gears.
Use your gears, lower ones for starting and going up hill and higher gears for terrain where you can reach speed ie. flat and downhills.
Weight, try not to carry more than you have to, extra weight will pull on the battery levels.
Starting and braking. As with a car, starting and stopping often is less economical. Longer distances at a constant speed is better.
Pump up your tyres. Inflate your tyres up to the maximum pressure, this will reduce the rolling resistance and maximise the battery range.
Watch the bar. If your onboard display unit has a power bar, try to keep a short bar. The longer the bar the greater the power consumption.
Winter usage and storage. In temperature below 0c the batteries efficiency drops. Store your battery in temperatures between 0-20c. If you plan to store your battery, store it at room temperature but no hotter than 60c. Also its best to store them when they’re between 30-60%. charged(about 2-3 LEDs on the battery indicator).

Size

250w • You live in a flat to moderately hilly area • The rider’s weight is under 200 lbs

350w

• You live in an area with some steep hills • The rider’s weight is over 200 lbs

500w • You live in a really hilly area and want to have a lot of torque and power to go uphill, while still maintaining higher cruising speed • The rider’s weight is over 200 lbs

750w

750W motor is designed to give you maximum climbing power on hills and mountain trails.