FISCHER Katalog 2022 EN

KNOWLEDGE AND HELPFUL T I PS

Good to know – so that the joy of using your pedelec lasts for a long time

Safety through visibility

Many car drivers are still not used to the higher speeds of pedelecs, so there are dangerous situations at roundabouts or junctions. A bright light system, conspicuous clothing and, if neces sary, reflective utensils are therefore particularly important for your own safety in autumn and winter. Just take a look at our online shop.

Battery maintenance

Adapted cycling style

You should handle the expensive power storage unit with care! Complete discharges should be avoided; rather, the battery should be charged from time to time – such partial charges only have a proportional influence on the number of maxi mum charging cycles. When outside temperatures are in the single digits, we recommend storing the battery in the garage or cellar. The battery should also not be exposed to excessive heat. If you spray your bike down with a garden hose, remove the battery beforehand so that no water is forced inside.

Safely locked up

25 km/h is no speed for experienced cyclists, but anyone who has only ridden a city bike at a leisurely pace could be challenged at this speed. For starters, it is therefore advisable not to push the e-drive to the limit and to ride at low assistance levels. You also have to get used to modern braking systems – if you ride too fast and then decelerate too hard, you could get into trouble!

Pedelecs are valuable and coveted. A high-quality U-lock or folding lock is therefore indispensable when the bike is parked for everyday use. However, care should also be taken when making a short stop at the bakery – here a fixed frame lock provides more flexibility. Our tip: Secure locks are available in the FISCHER online shop at www.fischer-bike.com

Do e-bikes fit on bike racks?

Our hitch carrier for the safe transport of your pedelec is available in our online shop. Up to two pedelecs can be transported comfortably. With other car bicycle carriers, care must be taken that the pedelec does not exceed the permissible load capacity (often limited to 20 kg), because pedelecs are usually significantly heavier than conventional bicycles.

Drive power efficient

If you want to get the most out of your battery life, you can save energy by adapting your cyclingstyle. Racing starts in the highest assistance level should be avoided; on uphill gradients, you should have a high pedalling frequency and select a low gear, while when cruising on level ground, you should select a lower assistance level.

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