Batribike electric bicycles pro spec models owner manual (32 pages)
Summary of Contents for Batribike Nova S
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Owner Manual ELECTRIC BICYCLES Hand Built in Europe batribike.com...
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Keep your receipt for a minimum of 5 years as it is your proof of purchase and entitlement to warranty. For your safety and to ensure a long and trouble free life of your Batribike bicycle, check the operation of brakes, lights, bell and gears, and check tyre pressures are correct.
Thank you for purchasing a BATRIBIKE Electric Bicycle With care and correct usage your bicycle will give many years of service. Important PLEASE CHARGE THE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USING THE BICYCLE Even though the battery indicator may show charge this cannot be relied upon until the battery has had the initial full charge.
UNDER SIDE PARTS IDENTIFICATION We continually strive to ensure that we provide you with the best possible products, therefore SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Rear Brake Lever Seat Adjust (Height) Display (LED shown) Front LED Light Handlebar Adjust (Bar Rotation) Front Hydraulic Disk Brake Gear Indicator Front Tyre 26 x 1.75 (Kenda)
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LEFT SIDE OF BATTERY SERVICE RIGHT SIDE USE ONLY OF BATTERY OTHER SIDE OTHER UNDERSIDE WITHIN OTHER SIDE OF FRAME BATTERY SIDE MOUNT HANDLEBAR DISPLAY OPTIONS STANDARD FITMENT (LED) SHOWN LEFT Mini LCD and CENTRE LCD (NOT SHOWN) ALSO AVAILABLE AS UPGRADES...
BATTERY CARE & CHARGING Your Batribike Electric Bicycle uses a Lithium battery for it's power and the following points will directly affect battery life and performance. First time use Your battery will be supplied in a state of sleep from the factory. The first time you use the battery it requires activation by being fully charged.
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Using the Charger Two types of battery charger are used by BATRIBIKE. (Only one will be supplied). Both have a charge light which will display RED when charging and change to GREEN when the battery is charged. The alternative type charger also has a second light which shows RED when mains power is applied.
Usage Your BATRIBIKE electric bicycle has a choice of display options available. For the NOVA the LED type is fitted as standard to the bike. LED Display See page 10 for operation The operation of the LED system provides adjustable POWER in five selectable steps.
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Display Upgrades Mini LCD See separate manual for this upgrade. The operation of the Mini LCD system has four selectable POWER levels. Also a mini twist grip throttle that can be used to override set power level (only operates whilst pedalling). This is available as an easy to fit upgrade.
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LED Operation Switching On To use under electric power, switch on at the battery power switch on the top of the battery, then press and hold the DOWN button on the handlebar LED display until the lights are seen. Control Buttons By means of the three buttons, UP, DOWN and 6 Km/h, on the handlebar mounted display unit, the various functions of the power controller can...
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Bicycle Lights Your BATRIBIKE Electric Bicycle is supplied with powerful LED lights on the front and rear. These are switched on by pressing and holding the UP button on the handlebar display.
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Pedal Assistance There are 5 levels of pedal assistance available from the motor. Using the UP and DOWN buttons you can select from Level 1 (Lowest), to Level 5 (Highest). The motor will then be activated upon pedalling. PEDAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE MOTOR LEVEL RANGE / SPEED EXAMPLE OF USAGE...
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No Assistance - Normal Pedal Bicycle If the assistance level is set to ZERO, then the motor will not be turned on. Your BATRIBIKE will now act and feel like a normal bicycle. This is useful when you are feeling fit at the start of a journey or using your bike for exercise purposes.
TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnostic Error Messages If an error occurs the LED display will show a code by flashing the first battery light. Make a note of the number of flashes and turn off the bicycle power at both the LCD and the battery switch. After 2 minutes turn on the power again.
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Your Local Authority should have the necessary facilities in place. If you prefer you may take your original battery to BATRIBIKE for recycling. Never dispose of batteries in a fire or subject to puncture or crushing.
STANDARD BICYCLE FUNCTIONS Gears Your BATRIBIKE is provided with 8 speed Shimano derailleur gears with twin lever gear changers. To change gear you use the right handlebar levers. Gear number 1 is low for hills and rough terrain and gear 8 is high for normal road use.
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Braking To stop, cease pedalling and pull the brake levers. Also ensure that the throttle is not operated. Remember that the NOVA is equipped with powerful hydraulic brakes and will stop quickly. Braking will be less effective in wet conditions and your riding style should be adjusted accordingly.
The height of the saddle can be adjusted to suit the rider. If you do not feel confident with making these adjustments then your BATRIBIKE Dealer will be able to set up the bike initially. The saddle height is adjusted...
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The saddle can also be adjusted frontwards or backwards on its mount. Take care with all fasteners after adjustment to ensure that they are safely tightened to avoid movement and potential injury whilst riding.
Beyond this manual, it is good to consult your BATRIBIKE dealer for advice if you are at all unsure about any of the procedures described. Normal maintenance is not covered under the warranty and this service may be chargeable.
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After 3,000 miles (5,000 km) (or YEARLY if sooner) ● General inspection We recommend you arrange to have a thorough inspection of your bicycle by a BATRIBIKE dealer. Tyre Pressures Recommended Tightening Torques Item Torque Item Torque The tyres should be...
Cost incurred by loss of the bicycle’s usage. Brake blocks/pads, tyres, lights and cables etc. are considered as consumables and replacements are available from BATRIBIKE or may be obtained from your local cycle shop. In the event of a Warranty claim ●...
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5. In the unlikely event of a battery failure, the battery must be returned to Batribike, via your Batribike dealer for testing. If upon testing it is found that the above conditions have not been met then the warranty will not apply and the cost of replacement and carriage will be payable by the Customer.
NOVA-S - Specifications (SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) MOTOR GEARS 250W Rear Hub mounted 8 Speed Promovec Motor with 3 year Warranty Shimano Altus Derailleur Gears BRAKES WEIGHT of BIKE Shimano hydraulic disc brakes front 18.9 kg (41.7 lbs) without battery and rear 21.6 kg (47.7 lbs) with Battery WEIGHT of BATTERY...
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NOVA-X - Specifications (SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) MOTOR GEARS 250W Rear Hub mounted 8 Speed Promovec Motor with 3 year Warranty Shimano Altus Derailleur Gears BRAKES WEIGHT of BIKE Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes 18.9 kg (41.7 lbs) without battery Front and Rear 21.6 kg (47.7 lbs) with Eco Battery WEIGHT of BATTERY...
See pages 6 and 7 for full battery care and charging. See page 15 for battery disposal. Product Description Your Batribike has been produced according to the guidelines in European standard EPAC EN 15194:2017 and the classification according to EN 17406, Citybike.
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