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  • Page 1 Owner’s manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.7 Power supply ................. 12 1. Manual introduction ..............5 3.8 Parts and consumables............12 1.1 Important message from Electric Motion........ 5 3.9 Operation under extreme conditions ........12 1.2 About this manual ..............6 3.10 Reception of the motorcycle ..........12 2.
  • Page 3 8.2 Instructions for initial commissioning ........28 11.8 Steering Column Maintenance ..........47 8.3 Battery Charging Procedure ..........29 11.9 Removing and replacing the handlebars ......48 9. Operating the motorcycle ............32 12. Maintenance work on the central part ........49 ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 4 15. Maintenance work on the wheels ..........68 15.1 Removing and installing the front wheel ......68 15.2 Removing and installing the rear wheel ......73 15.3 Checking tire condition ............75 15.4 Checking tire air pressure ............ 75 ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 5: Manual Introduction

    1.1 Important message from Electric Motion The content of this manual will allow you to maintain your bike in Congratulation and thank you for purchasing Electric Motion ETrek perfect working order in the most secure way possible. electric motorcycle. We welcome you in our family devoted to electrons.

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    1.2 About this manual This manual only includes all the operating and maintenance information for the ETrek model of the Electric Motion brand. Under no circumstances should these instructions be used for the maintenance of other models of the brand.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    The ETrek model has been assembled in order to be homologated and used outside the scope of the intended use. It is also forbidden to thus has all the equipment necessary to be ridden on roads opened open the motor or the battery pack.

  • Page 8: Protective Clothing

    2.3 Protective clothing 2.4 Environment To reduce the risks of potential injury while riding an ETrek In order to guarantee the durability of motorcycle driving, it is motorcycle, on road or off road, it is necessary to be equipped with necessary to respect the rules of goodwill on the road with other all compulsory protective clothing.

  • Page 9: Location Of Important Labels

    When the battery pack is damaged, it may present a fire hazard. If the battery pack is damaged, contact Electric Motion customer service promptly. 2.7 Fall or accident A fall or a road accident can damage the motorcycle significantly.

  • Page 10: Important Observations And General Information

    For the first use of your ETrek, you are advised to remain cautious so 3.2 Manufacturer's warranty and legal warranty you become fully aware of the range of your vehicle according to your driving style.

  • Page 11: Transport Of The Vehicle

    3.5 Spare parts and accessories In order to improve the range of your vehicle, all these characteristics must be taken into account: For safety reasons, we recommend that users of ETrek only use spare parts and accessories authorized and recommended by Electric- Low range Important range Motion and have them fitted by a professional.

  • Page 12: Power Supply

    3.7 Power supply The ETrek can be used over a wide range of temperatures: -15°C to +55°C (5°F to 131°F). The Electric Motion ETrek is powered by a lithium-polymer battery The battery life of the Etrek model depends on the operating with a nominal voltage of 51.8V and a capacity of 52Ah.

  • Page 13: Vehicle Identification

    4.3 Engine number (references) 4. Vehicle identification 4.1 Chassis number 4.4 Battery number (references) 4.2 European certification label ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 14: Key Number

    You have two keys associated with your motorcycle and only your 5.1 Front view own. An identification plate is attached to identify the key number that is linked to the motorcycle number. Please keep it in case of theft, loss or breakage in order to make a duplicate. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 15: Rear View

    5.2 Rear view 5.3 Right view ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 16: Left View

    11 kW Maximal torque 27 N.m Engine max speed 4500RPM Cooling system 6.2 Tires Front tire 90-90 R21 Rear tire 110-80 R18 6.3 Fork Fork Ø 33mm, Adjustable trigger and compression 6.4 Shock absorber Damper R16V Adjustable preload ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 17: Controls And Components

    The front brake lever acts only on the front brake. The rear brake lever acts on the rear brake AND the front brake. It is best to get use to this brake system at low-speed before riding normally. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 18: Lighting System

    The headlight is installed on the forks located on the vehicle front and the tail light is installed on the rear subframe of the vehicle. Electric Motion advises to always have the lights turned on. Headlight: Make sure that the lighting system is always in working order.

  • Page 19: Turn Signals

    7.4 Turn signals Rear turn signals: Front turn signals: ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 20: Left-Hand Side Handlebars Switches

    7.5 Left-hand side handlebars switches 7.6 Right-hand side handlebars switches Emergency stop switch Headlight high / low beam switch Driving mode selection button Turn signal switch Regenerative braking button Horn button ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 21: Driving Mode Selection Button

    7.7 Driving Mode Selection Button 7.8 Side stand Driving Mode Selection Button Side Stand The driving mode selected by the user is displayed on the dashboard 7.10). ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 22: Locking And Unlocking The Steering Lock

    (counter-clockwise) to and to unlock (clockwise). High temperature indicator Headlight high beam Indicator “Ready to ride” Indicator System warning indicator Speedometer (km/h or mph) Display of the driving mode selected Battery charge indicator Total motorcycle mileage or trip odometer Select button Adjust button ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 23: Battery Pack

    Electric Motion qualified electrician. The battery of the ETrek is inside the battery pack. The casing of the battery pack makes it possible to protect all the cells composing the Do not open the motor or the vehicle battery pack.
  • Page 24 If you plan on using any highway and depending on the battery charge left and the distance left to travel, check first that there is a charging station on your way or that there is a highway exit so you don’t get stranded. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 25: Battery Charger

    Use the battery charger only with an Electric Motion battery pack. The ETrek model can be delivered with 3 different types of battery Use the battery charger only by connecting it to a safe electric socket chargers with different charge speeds: a 10A charger, a 15A charger in accordance with the regulations in force in the country of use.

  • Page 26: Commissioning

    / remove the transport plate from the bar mounts. The handlebars angle must be set in accordance with the user’s preferences. Attach the wires on the handlebars as shown in the above picture with the cable ties provided. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 27 The brakes are mounted on a plate to prevent them from being Tighten the mirror using a 17-spanner and a 14-spanner tilted during transport. Tilting the master brake cylinder for a period after positioning the mirrors as desired. of time may cause a decrease in braking. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 28: Instructions For Initial Commissioning

    An electric motorcycle makes no noise when it is turned on, do not let yourself be caught by surprise. When the battery level is low, the motorcycle keeps working on an energy saving mode. The vehicle power is reduced but it is in no ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 29: Battery Charging Procedure

    Charging Procedure for 10A, 15A and 25A chargers Turn off the vehicle ( 9.5). Remove the seat saddle from the vehicle ( 12.2). Plug the battery charger into a power outlet. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 30 When the connector is inserted in the battery, a “click” can be heard indicating that the battery has switched to a charging mode. The battery will then start charging automatically. When switching to charging mode, both charger’s LEDs will be red. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 31 It is therefore essential to contact a professional Only on the 10A and 25A chargers: Turn off the switch certified by Electric Motion. located on the back of the charger. Switch off the charger by disconnecting it from the power outlet.

  • Page 32: Operating The Motorcycle

    9.1 Inspection before use Fold / raise the kickstand. It is important that the user of the ETrek motorcycle checks that the Turn the key switch to the ON position. condition of the vehicle is intact and that it can be safely used before each journey.

  • Page 33: Motor's Behavior Adjustment

    The power-on indicator is displayed, the motorcycle is 9.3 Motor’s behavior adjustment ready to be used. The ETrek motorcycle has 3 driving maps. The driving maps are selectable via the right hand switchgear. These maps affect the motor’s behavior, it may therefore be more or less lively.

  • Page 34: Braking

    For soft braking, only use the left lever (front If there is any doubt about the condition of the brake system, contact Electric Motion customer service. and rear brakes). For low-intensity braking, the use of the regenerative brake is recommended, which allows the battery to be recharged at the same time.

  • Page 35: Stopping Your Motorcycle

    Do not leave your motorcycle unattended after use. After riding, some parts of the motorcycle may be hot, so be sure not to touch them before they are fully cooled to avoid any risk of burns. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 36: Motorcycle Storage

    The battery charge level should be checked monthly, recharge the battery if necessary with the supplied charger. If the motorcycle does not start after the storage period, do not attempt to recharge the battery and contact Electric Motion Customer Service immediately. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 37: Setting The Motorcycle Controls

    14mm spanner. on public roads and to have a fluid riding style. To adjust your ETrek motorcycle at your convenience, adjust the position of the motorcycle levers, mirrors and handlebar position according to the following procedures: Levers position adjustments The levers can be adjusted using a 5mm Allen key.
  • Page 38 Adjust the handlebars to your preferences. Tighten the 4 screws evenly (tightening torque of 20Nm). Please, frequently check that the screws holding the handlebars on the bar mounts are tight. Please, make sure that the handlebars are centered on the bar mounts. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 39: Front End Maintenance

    Remove the headlight rubber brackets around the fork. Installing the headlight Reconnect the electrical connectors together taking care not to damage them and checking their cleanliness. Position the headlight back in place by clamping the rubber brackets around the fork. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 40: Bleeding Air Out Of Your Forks

    Unscrew the fork’s bleeder screw with a flat screwdriver. Remove the forks guards ( 11.5). Slide down the dust seals using a flathead screwdriver. Wait a few seconds until all the air has escaped. Tighten the fork’s bleeder screw. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 41: Removing And Installing The Fork Arms

    It would then massively reduce the braking capacities of the motorcycle which in turn might cause an accident. It is then important to regularly check the condition of the fork spy seals and therefore the absence of oil on the fork arms. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 42 Let the front brake caliper / offset bracket assembly hang Loosen the lower triple clamp bolts using a 5mm Allen key. down gently. Loosen the upper triple clamp bolts using a 5mm Allen key. Gently pull the fork legs down one by one to remove them. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 43 Tighten them using a torque wrench with a then be restored. torque of 11 N.m. and using a 5mm Allen key. Don’t forget the washers when inserting the bolts (two washers for the upper bolt, one for the lower one). ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 44: Removing And Installing The Forks Protections

    Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Remove the brake hose bracket with an 8mm wrench. Installing the forks protection Perform all removal actions in reverse order to install the forks protection. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 45: Removing And Installing The Front Fender

    Remove the headlight ( 11.1). Loosen the upper triple clamp bolts using a 5mm Allen key. Remove the front fender. Check that the spacers remain in place. Installing the front fender Perform all removal actions in reverse order for reassembly. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 46 30mm spanner and applying a torque of 20 N.m. Tighten the upper triple clamp bolts using a torque wrench with a torque of 10 N.m. Install the handlebars ( 11.9). Remove the upper triple clamp by pulling it upwards. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 47: Steering Column Maintenance

    Ideally, you shouldn’t feel any play coming from the stem bearings. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 48: Removing And Replacing The Handlebars

    Stop the vehicle ( 9.5). Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Remove the bar mounts screws holding the handlebars on the upper triple clamp using a 6mm Allen key. Remove the handlebars. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 49: Maintenance Work On The Central Part

    Take care of your back when lifting the bike if you do not have an adjustable lift stand. Make sure the motorcycle is stable on the stand before releasing it to prevent the vehicle from falling. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 50: Maintenance Of The Motorcycle Frame

    Place the seat back on the motorcycle, taking care to align the seat hooks with the frame and tank brackets. You should hear a “click” when the seat lock engages with its matching part on the motorcycle. The seat is then locked. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 51: Removing And Installing The Motorcycle Plastics

    Remove the forks protections ( 11.5). Remove the front fender ( 11.6). Remove the seat ( 12.2). Remove the front side panel with a 3mm Allen key by unscrewing the 3 screws holding it. Remove the rear fender ( 13.3). ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 52 Remove the screw holding the side plastic covering the Installing the plastics battery pack (named Boomerang) with a 3mm Allen key. Perform all removal actions in reverse order to install the plastics. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 53: Maintenance Work On The Rear Of The Bike

    Perform all removal actions in reverse order to install the shock absorber. To prevent the bolts and nuts from getting loose, it is important to secure them by applying a thread-locking fluid for general purpose on the bolts thread. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 54: Swing Arm Maintenance

    In case any cracks or others unusual wear are detected do not take any risk by driving the motorcycle and contact Electric-Motion customer service promptly. Electric-motion disclaims all liability for any repairs done to the frame and therefore prohibits any repairs to the frame. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 55 Separate the indicators and number plate fender from the tail light using an 8mm and a 7mm spanner and with a 3mm Allen key. Gently disconnect the rear light connector and cut the cable tie holding it to the subframe using a cutter. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 56: Transmission Chain Maintenance

    Using a ruler, position yourself at the end of the chain slider tail light fender and the indicator/number plate fender. underneath the swing arm, the distance between the swing arm and the chain must be ranging from 15mm to 50mm. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 57 Lower limit = 15mm: Upper limit = 50mm: If the chain tension is out of the specified range, you will need to adjust it. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 58 Checking for sprocket tooth wear Before each use of the Etrek, make sure that all the transmissions components are in good condition: Stop the vehicle ( 9.5).
  • Page 59 Proceed in the same way to install the rear sprocket, but first, add thread-locking fluid for general purpose on the bolts thread. Then gently start tightening all the nuts on the bolts before proceeding to tightening them with a torque of 20 N.m. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 60: Maintenance Work On The Brake System

    To replace the rear brake disc, remove the rear wheel 15.2). Remove the screws holding the brake disc on the hub using a 4mm Allen key and remove the disc. Install the new brake disc, add thread-locking fluid for general purpose on the screws thread. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 61: Checking And Adjusting The Brake Fluid Level

    Check that the brake fluid is not dirty. It should light colored. If this is not the case, proceed to have a mechanic, approved by Electric Motion, bleed the brake system. Check that the brake system is working properly before using the motorcycle.

  • Page 62: Checking And Replacing Brake Pads

    Remove the brake pads (see instructions below). holding the pads pins. Check the thickness of the brake pads using a caliper. The minimum thickness measured must be greater than the minimum acceptable thickness. Brake pads Front Rear Minimal distance ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 63 Remove the 2 pads pins using a small size Allen key. Installing front brake pads Perform all removal actions in reverse order to install front brake pads. Use pliers to install the snap rings holding the brake pads. Remove the brake pads. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 64 15.2) if necessary to have more space to work. Using a 5mm Allen key, unscrew the pin holding the brake pads. Remove the brake pads by grabbing them from the side of the caliper facing the rear of the motorcycle. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 65 Tightening torque of the rear brake pad pin: 10 N.m. Replacement of the brake pads must be carried out correctly, otherwise the motorcycle user will be endangered. Be sure to protect yourself against brake fluids by wearing glasses and protective clothing. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 66: Adding Brake Fluid To The Reservoirs

    Stop the vehicle ( 9.5). Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Open the brake fluid reservoir lids on the right and left of the handlebars (brake fluid reservoir in a horizontal position). ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 67 Install the screws and tighten them. damages to the brake system. In case of doubt consult Electric- Motion customer service. Be careful not to spray brake fluid on the discs, otherwise braking will be ineffective. If necessary degrease the disc using a degreaser. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 68: Maintenance Work On The Wheels

    15.1 Removing and installing the front wheel Stop the vehicle ( 9.5). Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Removing the front wheel Loosen the wheel spindle nut a few turns using a spanner of 24. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 69 Push the wheel spindle nut towards the wheel hub in order Hold the front wheel and remove the wheel spindle (use to push the wheel spindle out of the forks (if necessary use pliers if necessary). a rubber mallet). Remove the spindle nut. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 70 You won’t have enough space between the pads to insert the Clean and grease the front wheel spindle, the front wheel disc when installing the wheel. If necessary, push the pads back with a flat screwdriver. spacers and the seal rings. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 71 Position the front wheel and insert the wheel spindle Add thread-locking fluid for general purpose on the spindle through the forks. Do not forget to install the spacer thread. between the hub and the fork on the disc side of the wheel. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 72 Remove the motorcycle from the bike stool or from the dirt normal braking. Do not go back on the road with non- bike lift stand. operational brakes. Operate the front brake and compress the fork several times in order to correctly position the fork. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 73: Removing And Installing The Rear Wheel

    Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Removing the rear wheel Loosen the spindle nut a few turns using a 30mm spanner. Remove the spindle nut. Hold the rear wheel and remove the wheel spindle, use pliers if necessary. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 74 You won’t have enough space between the pads to insert the braking. Do not go back on the road with non-operational brakes. disc when installing the wheel. If necessary, push the pads back with a flat screwdriver. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 75: Checking Tire Condition

    Road use 2,0 Bars 2,0 Bars Trail riding 1,5 Bars 1,5 Bars Regularly check tire pressure. Driving over-inflated or under- inflated is dangerous and greatly increases the risk of loss of vehicle control. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 76: Checking Spokes Tension

    (tightening torque should be 5N.m). In the presence of loose spokes, the behavior of the motorcycle is unstable. Regularly check the tension of the spokes. Do not overtight the spokes to avoid breaking them. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 77: Maintenance Work On Electrical Components

    Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Make sure that the ignition key is in the "OFF" position and remove the ignition key from the ignition lock. Remove the front wheel ( 15.1). Remove the rear side ( 12.4). ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 78 10 mm spanner. cables by wrapping it with insulating tape. It will avoid any risks of damaging the vehicle or getting hurt. Do the same with the positive terminal (red color). ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 79 Remove the side plastic covering the battery pack (named Remove the right motor housing by removing the 2 screws using a 4mm Allen key. Boomerang) ( 12.4). ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 80 With a 10mm flat spanner, remove the lower screw holding Using a 4mm Allen key, remove the 2 screw holding the the battery. battery located at the front of the motorcycle. Using a 3mm Allen key, remove the horn located under the lower triple clamp. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 81 Slightly slide the battery towards the forks to gain access to the connector connecting the battery to the motorcycle harness. Disconnect the harness plug from the battery. Then take out the battery by tilting it as it exits the frame. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 82: Replacing The Front Light Bulb

    Be careful to avoid any contact between the battery terminals themselves or between one terminal and one part of the motorcycle, otherwise the electrical components of the motorcycle will be irremediably damaged. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 83 Press and release the mounting spring that holds the bulb. Remove the bulb. Install a new bulb by proceeding in reverse order. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 84: Replacing The Tail Light

    Remove the nuts holding the front turn signals using a Remove the tail light and install a new one by proceeding in 13mm spanner. reverse order. Remove the front turn signals and install new ones by proceeding in reverse order. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 85 Stop the vehicle ( 9.5). Raise the motorcycle using a bike stool or dirt bike lift stand 12.1). Remove the tail light fender and number plate/indicators fender ( 13.3). Disconnect the turn signals from the motorcycle harness. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 86: Replacing Fuses

    Remove the rear side cover (motorcycle plastics) ( 12.4). After removing the rear fender, the shock absorber protection/guard plastic becomes accessible. Remove it to access the fuses. Converter Converter fuse 5A cartridge fuse Harness fuse 10A 10A blade fuse ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 87 Open the fuse holder and remove the fuse. Converter fuse and its holder opened Harness fuse and its holder opened Replace the fuse by a new one of equal current and voltage rating. Proceed reassemble motorcycle different components by proceeding in reverse. ELECTRIC MOTION...
  • Page 88 Untighten the two screws holding the fuse using a 10mm spanner until you can remove the fuse. Replace the fuse by a new one of equal current and voltage rating (250A, 48V fuse strip with housing). Proceed reassemble motorcycle different components by proceeding in reverse. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Speedometer

    TRIP 1 (mileage since the last reset of TRIP 1), TRIP 2 (mileage since the last reset of TRIP 2). To reset each trip, display the trip and then hold button 2 until the trip is reset. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    If a fault has been detected by the motorcycle electronics, the lower If the Etrek motorcycle is involved in an accident, be careful not to right LED flashes on the dashboard. Depending on the number of come into contact with any electrical component or any damaged flashes repeated during a flashing cycle, it is possible to determine cable.

  • Page 91: Tightening Torque Summary Table

    Handlebars bar mounts screws Motion dealer. Brake pad pin for the rear Have the motorcycle brake caliper CAN language fault checked by an Electric Motion dealer. Have the motorcycle Vehicle maintenance checked by an Electric required Motion dealer. ELECTRIC MOTION...

  • Page 92: Maintenance Schedule

    Bleeding the brake fluid. Every year. Replacing the brake pads. As soon as necessary. Greasing the transmission chain. Every 400 km (250 miles). Checking the transmission chain Every 1000 km. tension. Checking the battery charge After every ride. level and charging. ELECTRIC MOTION...

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