How do I charge my e-bike battery?

To fully enjoy your electric bike, remember to charge your battery regularly! Here are our tips on how to extend its lifespan and not end up flat.

Different ways to charge your e-bike

You can charge the battery by leaving it on the bike or removing it. In both cases, all you have to do is plug the original charger into an outlet (this is important as this ensures compatibility and therefore battery longevity) and then connect the charger to the battery. Remember to close the cap that protects the battery connections after charging to keep the battery sealed. 

Charging time may vary from 3 to 5 hours depending on the model. Watch the charge indicator and unplug the charger as soon as the battery is fully charged.

In the vast majority of cases, there is no need to remove the battery to recharge your e-bike.

Should the battery be fully discharged?

There are several schools for this subject! But the latest batteries are equipped with a charge management system called BMS, so you don't have to wait for them to run out before putting them on charge.

However, it's okay if your battery drops to zero from time to time, it won't be damaged. However, some manufacturers recommend completely discharging the battery every 5.000 km and charging it to 100% to extend battery life and reset the e-card. Please check the instructions for your electric bike, because the instructions may change depending on the make and model!

Ideal conditions for recharging an e-bike battery

When charging the battery, whether directly on the bike or separately, keep it at a stable temperature, i.e. not too hot (above 25 ° C) and not too cold (less than 5 ° C). VS).

If you've just skated in extreme temperatures, put the battery back in and wait for it to cool to room temperature before plugging it in. This will prevent overheating and maintain its condition.

By removing the battery, you can easily charge it at home or in the office.

Does the battery need to be charged even if you are not using a bike?

If you take a break from e-biking for a few months, store the battery in a dry place at a moderate temperature. The best way to conserve a battery is to leave it charged between 30% and 60% when not in use.

A charge of about 6 minutes every XNUMX weeks should be sufficient to maintain this level. So don't leave it flat for too long.