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A guide to electric scooters maintenance
Electric scooters are one of the simplest, maintenance-free vehicles known to mankind, but the following is a way to ensure your journey goes smoothly in the coming years. Accordingly, the article will tell you about electric scooters maintenance.
Even before the global pandemic severely hit the world, the popularity of electric scooters has been growing rapidly for several years, especially in the busiest cities in the UK. We are fortunate to be able to sample huge cross-section electric scooters at T3, and can understand why the value of the global market is expected to reach 20 billion pounds by 2025.
However, due to the recent decline in the popularity of riding crowded trains or braving the sweltering buses to work, choosing alternative transportation is the first choice for most people, and the unremarkable electric scooters are a good way to travel, and Will not disrupt traffic. Sweat may have to pay for Uber. In fact, we have compiled a complete list of reasons why we think commuting with electric scooters is a good idea.
One of the reasons is the relative lack of maintenance required, but this does not mean that you can simply buy an electric scooter, use it for several months, and then expect it to perform at its best.
Some basic maintenance is required, and we have talked with Pure Electric technical manager and electric bike and scooter expert David McKinven to find out the best way to keep the electric scooter running.
The importance of electric scooter maintenance
Just like anything with moving parts, it is important to check your electric scooter from time to time to make sure it maintains performance as the mileage increases. Simple things like underinflation of tires and accumulation of dirt around the wheels and bearings can lead to reduced electric range and unstable handling.
“As with bicycles, we recommend a quick check before each ride to ensure that the electric scooter can be safely ridden,” said David McKinven. “This will include visual inspection of the frame and wheels for damage and physical inspection of the brakes to ensure they are safe.
“We also recommend regular maintenance based on your mileage and usage, and your electric scooter should be inspected and adjusted at least every 600 to 800 miles. This can be done in any of our stores or any excellent registered dealers or Stockist is done,” he said.
How to maintain an electric scooter
Before we dive into the details of electric scooter maintenance, it is worth noting that the best protection against potential failures is to keep the scooter clean. As a happy content owner, you should be prepared to roll up your sleeves from time to time and scrub it thoroughly when it gets dirty. It sounds simple, but since the vehicle is electric, this is not just a case of cleaning with a high-pressure washer, as this may blow up the battery or cause other damage.
Instead, use a damp microfiber cloth to clean the handles, handlebars, and any type of trip computer that the electric scooter might boast. Brushes or old toothbrushes can also remove stubborn dirt well, especially in hard-to-reach areas, such as the back between the rear wheel and the foot brake.
If it proves that the dirt is difficult to move, try using a very diluted water and detergent solution in a spray bottle and apply a small amount before wiping. Regular cleaning should avoid most problems, but below is the maintenance checklist we must do to keep your electric scooter in top condition.
1. Keep an eye on your tires
David McKinven said: “Regular inspection and tire inflation (especially when inflating) should be one of the most common forms of maintenance carried out by car owners. If the tires are insufficient, the cruising range of the electric scooter will drop sharply. It can be inflated and handled. Proper inflation can greatly reduce the possibility of puncture,” he added.
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires (tires with air inside), be sure to check the inflation pressure in the user manual or on the sidewall of the tire. Then it’s as simple as grabbing a bicycle pump and inflating it to the required amount. Most good modern bicycle pumps are equipped with pressure monitors or pressure gauges, which will help determine whether you are suitable for launch.
Even scooter owners with solid tires should check it occasionally, because the rubber will rot over time, and those who drive particularly long distances may have to replace wheels or tires over time.
2. Don’t drain your battery completely
Although it may be tempting to run the scooter’s battery until it is completely dead, it actually has a detrimental effect on the life of the lithium-ion batteries that make up modern battery packs.
“Avoid completely draining the battery; keep it at around 90% and prevent overcharging of the KERS (scooter’s kinetic energy recovery system), which converts your forward power into battery power when braking. Research shows , In order to get the longest service life, it’s best to store your scooter with about 90% of the battery,” said David McKinven.
“The life cycle of most lithium batteries is 500-1000 charge cycles. The charge cycle involves filling the battery from 100%-0%-100%. Maintaining the charge will reduce the number of complete cycles,” he added.
3. Check the weather
Most modern scooters have an IP rating, which basically illustrates how powerful it is to prevent dust, dirt, and water from entering. Generally speaking, the higher the IP value, the higher the water resistance of the scooter.
For example, IP54 often means that something is splash-proof, while IP67 means that the product has “protection from full immersion for up to 30 minutes at a depth between 15 cm and 1 meter.” Electric scooters have different ranges of IP numbers, from those that really shouldn’t be used in the rain, to things like Pure Air with IP65 water resistance.
Please pay attention to this rating and use it only under the weather conditions specified in the user manual or the website or store where you purchased it.
4. Charging the electric scooter during sleep
We know that commuting with electric scooters may not be particularly glamorous when it’s cold outside, but by ensuring that the scooters themselves are kept in a mild environment when not in use, you can avoid prematurely draining the battery.
“If you plan to park your electric scooter for a long time, it’s best to charge it every 30 days,” says David McKinwen. This will ensure the longevity of your battery pack and do not need to be replaced prematurely.
5. Take time to check the brakes
Just like anything with moving parts, there will also be perishable items that need to be inspected, adjusted or replaced. The brakes of electric scooters are very important to ensure smooth and safe operation, so occasionally it is necessary to take time to check whether they are operating normally.
“On some models, you need to adjust the brakes and clamping mechanism for optimal performance. Since these areas are important for safety, it is best to inspect and maintain them regularly. This can range from checking before riding to when they are worn out. Anything to replace the brake pads. Daily inspections will ensure that you find any problems before the ride becomes unsafe,” said David McKinven.
Electric scooter maintenance skills
Professional mechanics are not villains (at least in most cases), and we don’t want to tell you that you should avoid him. However, there are many things you can do on your own to postpone the visit to the mechanic until some more serious problems arise.
Before you pick up the hammer, you should know something about maintenance-it’s not just about maintaining your scooter, but about learning and connecting to the ride itself.
Here are some quick tips:
o Charge regularly
o Keep it clean
o Avoid riding in the rain
o Check spare parts
o Check bolts
Why is it important to regularly maintain electric scooters?
Regular maintenance can reduce the possibility of major problems and automatically increase the efficiency of electric scooters.
What does it mean? This means you can rely on your scooter at any time.
The concept is simple-everything boils down to these two options:
Preventive maintenance:
o You are more familiar with your electric scooter
o Almost eliminated fatal danger
o Make electric scooters more reliable
o Ensure your safety
o Reduce maintenance costs
o You can do it yourself
o The riding experience is more enjoyable
Repair maintenance:
o Waiting for disaster
o Higher cost
o You are in danger
o Other traffic participants are in danger
o Need professional help more often
o Poor cycling experience
o Unable to ride for at least 1/3 days during the maintenance period (cars, taxis, etc.)
The first option is to leave as little room as possible for failures. Through regular maintenance of electric scooters, we have the opportunity to notice some minor problems, predict failures and prevent potential dangers.
This can be simple and fun, and very useful. These steps should be everyone’s golden rule.
The second option is easier-but in the long run, it brings us bigger problems. This philosophy causes failures more frequently, and then we have to solve the problem.
It will incur higher costs due to the need for new parts or/and the need for professional help.
Electric scooter maintenance skills
Professional mechanics are not villains (at least in most cases), and we don’t want to tell you that you should avoid him. However, there are many things you can do on your own to postpone the visit to the mechanic until some more serious problems arise.
Before you pick up the hammer, you should know something about maintenance-it’s not just about maintaining your scooter, but about learning and connecting to the ride itself.
Here are some quick tips:
o Charge regularly
o Keep it clean
o Avoid riding in the rain
o Check spare parts
o Check bolts
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