Optibike Elite Series Unpacking Manual

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Unpacking Guide

This is the Unpacking Guide for the Optibike

R8C and R15C Elite Series.

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Page 1 Unpacking Guide This is the Unpacking Guide for the Optibike R8C and R15C Elite Series.
Page 2 Congratulations on your ownership of a new Optibike Full Carbon Elite Series Electric Bike. The Elite Series bikes represent the Pinnacol of performance and design in the world of E Bikes. Your bike was hand built in Colorado by dedicated craftsman, who build, ride and design the bikes you ride to create an unmatched level of performance.
Page 3 Certified Bicycle Dealer and have them perform the assembly.  Failure to assemble this bike correctly can result in injury or death.  Contact Optibike if you have any questions. Contact Optibike EMAIL: info@optibike.com Phone 303.443.0932 Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 4  Do not ride the bike without the battery installed.  Riding without he battery installed can result in death or injury. Contact Optibike EMAIL: info@optibike.com Phone 303.443.0932 Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 5 Be sure the brakes are in good working order and adjusted  Make sure the chain is lubricated  Check the battery charge  Check the throttle for free operation, prior to turning on the bike. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 6  Your bike and battery will arrive in two packages. The bike box is 68” x 34” x 13” and the battery box is 24” x 15” x 11” Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 7 Cut zip tie on plastic bag and remove the battery and place on bench.  The box is filled with vermiculite which can be put in your garden It is all organic and helps with moisture retention in the soil. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 8  Remove box side wall by lifting upwards. Items in Box: Bike Charger Multi Tool Pedals Fork Pump Fox Fork Manual Rohloff Manual Rear Shock Manual Front Wheel Front Axle (holding fork in box) Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 9 The bike comes with the handlebars mounted to a special stem adaptor that is for shipping only and must be removed prior to riding. Stem Adaptor to be removed Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 10 (Set this cap and bolt to the side. It is not used on the bike) Step 4: Use a 5mm Allen wrench to remove the Allen bolt on the display mount Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 11 Shipping Stem Adaptor. (Set the Shipping Stem Adaptor aside, it is no longer used. Step 7: Slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork stem. Step 8: Place the display onto the top of the stem. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 12 Step 10: Align handlebars so they are perpendicular to the fork. Step 11: Use 4mm Allen wrench to tighten the two pinch bolts on the stem to 45 in-lbs. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 13 Tighten the bolt with T25 Torx wrench to 25-35 in-lbs. Step 4: Rotate throttle to positon in picture and tighten the pinch bolt so throttle does not rotate. Do not overtighten. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 14 Step 2: Screw on the suspension pump to the air fitting. The Fork is shipped without air and must be pressurized prior to riding with the supplied special suspension pump. A regular tire pump will not work. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 15 60 percent of the riders weight in psi. Example. If rider weighs 200 lbs., start with 120 psi in the fork. Add more pressure to make fork stiffer. Reduce pressure to make fork softer. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 16 Step 2: Open quick release lever and unscrew axle. (Cut a hole in side of box can to remove the axle from the fork and shipping mount) Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 17 Step 4: Carefully insert the disk between the brake pads. If pads are too close together to fit disk, use a clean straight blade screw driver to gently push pads apart. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 18 Step 5: Insert the axle in the left side of fork. Step 6: Align wheel with axle and slide axle through fork. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 19 (1- 20mm in front of the fork), see the Adjusting 15QR Lever Position next page. The over center clamp must be correctly tightened or the wheel could fall off. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 20  Return the axle nut keeper into place and torque the bolt to 0.90 Nm (8 in- lb).  Repeat the axle installation instructions to verify proper installation and adjustment. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 21 To raise the seat: Stand up slightly and release pressure on the seat. Push the lever on the left side of handlebar. The seat will begin to move up. Release the lever when at the desired seat height. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 22 Normal seat angle is parallel with ground  To Adjust Seat Angle Up in Front: Loosen front Allen Bolt a few turns Tighten rear Allen Bolt Check Angle Repeat to get desired Angle Make sure both Allen bolts tight when done. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 23  Tighten bolt to 40 in-lbs. Do not overtighten. Do not lower the seat post so the bottom hits the shock. Leave ¼ inch clearance between bottom of seat post and shock. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 24 Hold the battery at an angle with both hands and place bottom edge in frame.  Move the battery closer to frame so the power cord will reach the connector in the battery. Keep battery at an angle Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 25 Tighten the nut clockwise about 1/3 turn until snug.  Slowly push top of battery into the frame. Be sure the battery cable is not stuck out the right side and rests inside the frame. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 26  Gently push battery into frame until right side is flush.  Install the three 6mm Allen bolts and tighten with an M5 Allen wrench. Torque to 45 in lbs. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 27 How to inflate the tires: Step 1: Remove the valve cap Step 2: Unscrew the locking nut on valve stem. Step 3: Press down the stem quickly to release a bit of air and clean sir path. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 28 Step 6: When pressure is correct, remove the pump and reinstall the cap. Recommended tire pressure is 20-40 Psi. Check the side wall of your specific tires for allowable pressure range. Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 29 M5 Allen 65-80 Pedals 15mm open end Battery Mount M5 Allen Throttle M3 Allen Headlight Body M2.5 Allen Shock Mounts M5 Allen 70-80 Lower Linkage M8 Allen Upper Linkage M6 Allen Brake Lever Torx T25 Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...
Page 30 Contact Optibike EMAIL: info@optibike.com Phone 303.443.0932 Optibike R8C and R15C Manual...

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