Yamaha PW45 Original Instructions Manual page 12

XII - English
Structural changes on your S-Pedelec
Since the S-Pedelec is a motor vehicle there are several restrictions concerning structural changes. Table 1 indicates which compo-
nents can be replaced under which conditions.
Guidelines for the parts replacement of speed e-bikes / pedelecs
Table 1: S-Pedelec components and conditions for replacement
Guidelines for the parts replacement of speed e-bikes / pedelecs
up to a pedal assist of 45 km/h (28 mph)
up to a pedal assist of 45 km/h (28 mph)
CATEGORY 1
Important basic information
> Speed e-bikes with a motor assistance of up to
45 km/h (28 mph) are considered motor vehicles
and subject to the EU Directive 2002/24/EC or the
EU Regulation No. 168/2013.
> Depending on the vehicle there may be different
requirements which must be strictly observed
when replacing a component. Therefore, always
check the indications given in the vehicle docu-
ments prior to doing any work on the vehicles.
> Note: At present, vehicles with an individual oper-
ating licence are mainly subject to the regulations
of the EU Directive 2002/24/EC.
> All components which are not included in the list
must only be replaced by original spare parts of the
vehicle and/or component manufacturer.
** Note:
In the case of components with part certificate the field of application must be observed. The proper assembly
must be certified by a testing engineer or an expert of a technical control board like TUEV or DEKRA in Germany.
This is the translation of the original guidelines issued by ZIV, VSF, BIV (German umbrella organisation for the
German cycle industry guilds), velotech.de and the German Association for Technical Inspection (TÜV Rheinland) in
cooperation with Zedler-Institut, updated in 2018. In the event of any misunderstandings, the original German version (Leit-
faden für den Bauteiletausch bei schnellen E-Bikes / Pedelecs mit einer Tretunterstützung bis 45 km/h) shall be applicable.
CATEGORY 2
Components which may only be replaced upon presentation
of a valid test report (parts approval (ABE*, EC, ECE) or part
certificate**)
> Brake systems
> Brake discs / Brake hoses / Brake pads
(With valid type approval acc. to ECE-R 90 or general operat-
ing licence only).
> Handlebar-stem unit
(Provided that there is no need of changing the lengths of
cables and/or hoses. A modification of the seating position
for the benefit of the consumer should be possible within
the original cable lengths. A modification beyond results in
a significantly changed load distribution on the bicycle and
entails potentially critical steering properties).
> Seat post
(Provided that the offset to the rear does not exceed 20 mm
with regard to the series / original field of use. Note that
a modified load distribution beyond the intended setting
range may possibly lead to critical steering properties. The
length of the saddle rails at the saddle structure as well as
the saddle form are also important).
> Headlight
(With valid type approval, identical mounting position as
well as EMC proof only).
> Rear light
with brake light and licence plate light, if available
(With valid type approval and identical mounting position
only, as far as tested in accordance with ECE-R 50 as well as
EMC proof).
> Reflector
(With valid type approval only).
> Rear view mirror
(Only if tested in accordance with ECE-R 81 and identical
mounting position).
> Acoustic signalling device (horn)
(Only if tested in accordance with ECE-R 28 and identical
mounting position).
> Pedals
(Vehicles with 168/2013 approval).
* ABE: general type approval
Components which m
conditions described
> Pedals
(Incl. appro
is not wider than th
2002/24/EC approv
> Tyres
(As specified
ance with ECE-R 75
> Grips with screw
(In this case, the veh
> Headset
> Bottom bracket
> Rear and front d
(All gear change pa
gears and compatib
> Shift levers/Twis
handlebars remains
> Cables and hous
> Chainwheels / Be
(Provided that the n
identical to the serie
> Chainguard
(Prov
and complies with t
Annex VIII).
> Mudguard
(Provid
and complies with t
Annex VIII). The clea
at least, must also b
> Spokes
(Provided
original part).
> Inner tube
(Provid
identical).
> Crank arm
(Provid
e.g. crank arms / fra
> Chain / Toothed b
observed).
> Rim tape
(Rim tap
fied combinations m
defective inner tube
> Saddle
(Provided t
20 mm with regard
that a modified load
ting range may pos
The length of the sa
as the saddle form a
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