But owners can be quite shocked when they discover how much a replacement battery costs (most find out when they think about perhaps getting a spare). You’re easily looking at several hundred dollars, with some at, or even over, the thousand dollar mark. Yes, these batteries are expensive. They’re a good chunk of the price of the e-bike. And with good reason. They’re huge batteries packing a lot of power, with crafty onboard electronic systems to prevent over-heating, overloading, and deep discharging. They’re very good at taking care of themselves. However, if you want a long service life out of them, it’s a good idea to look after them, and to do that from day one. Battery damage or degradation can happen in three ways:
Normal battery wear.Physical damage.Electrical damage.
How to take care and get the most from your expensive e-bike battery
Let’s take a look at what we can do to protect the battery as much as possible to prolong its lifespan. Also: Best electric bikes whether you’re off-roading or commuting Review: The Charge Comfort 2 e-bike is a smooth ride that fits in tight spaces A battery is meant to be used, so use it! It should last well over 500 recharge cycles (and remember, a single recharge cycle is when you use the battery’s entire capacity, so if you always recharge when it’s at 75%, you can expect to get about 2,000 recharges from it). A few things that you can do to slow down the wearing process are:
Store and charge the battery at about room temperature.Use a genuine charger.Keep the battery away from direct sunlight.If you’re not going to be using the battery for a few months, store it at around 50% charge.
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Be careful when handling your battery – take special care when removing the battery from the bike, as the weight might surprise you.Keep the battery away from dirt, dust, and liquids.The plastic parts on the battery – such as the clips – are the most prone to damage.Make sure to replace the battery protective cover after reinstalling the battery.When not on the bike, it’s a good idea to keep the battery in a protective carry case.Remove the battery when transporting the bike by car or truck.
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Check everything for damage before use.Use the genuine charger.Keep the battery away from liquids.Remove the battery before cleaning your e-bike, and even then, it’s best not use water to clean your bike. Instead, use a damp cloth.
However, with the proper care, you should be able to get many years of service from your e-bike’s battery. Come the day it wears out, you can then decide to replace it or maybe it will be time for a new e-bike. So stop worrying and go out and enjoy your e-bike.
