Maintenance

Ownership precautions

All About Batteries
Introduction Litium-ion batteries power many of today's household items. Their high energy density and widespread availability make them the obvious ch...
Thu, Jan 18, 2024 at 9:09 AM
Best Methods for Washing Your Ebike
  Riding an electric bike in various environments can be a delightful experience. However, harsh elements such as rain, grime, salt, and dirt can gradually...
Wed, Jan 31, 2024 at 10:29 AM
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, Jan 10, 2024 at 2:53 PM
Electric Bicycle Maintenance Intervals
The most important thing a rider and owner can do to ensure hassle-free riding and extend the life of their bike and components is preemptive maintenance. T...
Thu, Feb 15, 2024 at 11:51 AM
Electric Bike Safety Check
The following pre-ride and safety checklist is recommended for riders to build into their routines before each ride to ensure rider safety as well as mainta...
Wed, Feb 14, 2024 at 2:11 PM
Flat Tires
Flat tires are going to happen; they are the scourge of every cyclist. A flat tire could happen on your first ride on a new bike, tomorrow, or two years fro...
Wed, Apr 3, 2024 at 7:10 AM
Front Wheel Noise: Whistling, Whining, or Squeaking
Occasionally, after assembly or after riding, a whining, whistling, or squeaking noise may be heard coming from the front wheel. This is almost always resol...
Tue, Feb 13, 2024 at 3:23 PM
Replacing Disc Brake Pads and Rotor
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 ...
Wed, Feb 21, 2024 at 1:31 PM
Tire & Tube Sizing
Tires are one of the biggest wear items on the bike. Over the lifespan of the bicycle, a rider will go through many sets of tires. While Ride1UP does not se...
Thu, Mar 7, 2024 at 1:38 PM