Running In - BMW C evolution Rider's Manual

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WARNING
When there is no energy re-
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covery, the electric drive
cannot be braked. The E-
Scooter could coast further
than expected.
Accident hazard
Always be prepared to brake.
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Driving situations for decel-
eration
If deceleration is likely while driv-
ing, this can be used for energy
recovery. The following driving
situations may be suitable for this
purpose:
Deceleration on a route seg-
ment on a slope
Deceleration before a red light
Avoid late or heavy braking. In-
stead, decelerate the vehicle us-
ing energy recovery.
SAIL
The electrical drive allows coast-
ing without consuming or recov-
ering energy. This driving mode
is called SAIL. By employing an-
ticipatory driving, energy con-
sumption is reduced and the
range increased. No energy is
recovered while the vehicle is
coasting.
If a route segment can be driven
without braking, is advantageous
to coast it. The following driving
situations may be suitable for this
purpose.
Driving situations for SAIL
Coasting on a straight road
with a downgrade and no ob-
stacles
Coasting on a road with no im-
pediments

Running in

Brake pads
New brake pads must be run in
before they achieve their opti-
mum friction force. This initial
reduction in braking efficiency
can be compensated for by ex-
erting greater pressure on the
brake levers.
WARNING
New brake pads
Extension of the braking distance,
accident hazard
Brake early.
Tires
New tires have a smooth sur-
face. This must be roughened by
riding in a restrained manner at
various lean angles until the tires
are run in. This running in proce-
dure is essential if the tires are to
achieve maximum grip.