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  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing Pantera! THE E-BIKE DESIGNED TO BE IN THE SPOTLIGHT Easy to ride and to handle in any condition, Pantera conjugates an attractive, vintage Italian design and the most advanced technological solutions. This manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your e-bike.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL DISCLAIMER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS Compliance and rules for the use of the e-bikes 3.1. 3.2. Intended purpose PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM UNPACKAGING ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 6.1. Opening the box and removing the e-bike and its parts from the box Removing the battery 6.2.
  • Page 5 MAINTENANCE Braking system maintenance 9.1. Wheels and tyres maintenance 9.2. Chain, cassette and derailleur maintenance 9.3. Checking the chain conditions 9.3.1. Chain lubrication 9.3.2. Lights maintenance 9.4. Cleaning the e-bike 9.5. Storing the e-bike 9.6. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SAFETY Pre-ride safety checks 11.1.

  • Page 6: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION SYMBOLS KEYS: Provides suggestions, tips and additional information. INFORMATION CAUTION! Highlights essential information. Warns about a potential, serious danger. Neglecting this information might lead to severe DANGER! injuries or death. TOOLS Points out the required tools to carry out peculiar interventions on the e-bike...

  • Page 7: General Disclaimer

    Pantera has been designed for riding on private as well as on public streets, so it is everyone’s responsibility to know and respect their own country or region legislation about the use of an e-bike.

  • Page 8: Legal Requirements

    Compliance and rules for the use of the e-bikes 3.1. Pantera e-bike is certified to be in compliance with EN15194 standard. Any use of the e-bike beyond the provisions of standard EN15194 is considered improper. Before riding your e-bike, we recommend you check your country or regional regulations on electric bikes. Different geographical areas might lay down different rules in terms of / different age limits, speed, motor wattage, street legality etc.

  • Page 9: Intended Purpose

    Intended purpose 3.2. Pantera e-bike is designed for use on paved paths. So it should never be used to perform such dangerous manoeuvres as wheeling or jumping nor to ride down or up the stairs etc. Pantera e-bike is not designed for off road trails nor for participation in sports competitions.

  • Page 10: Parts Identification Diagram

    PARTS IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM FRAME BATTERY FRONT FORKS FRONT WHEEL REAR WHEEL DISPLAY GRIP RIGHT BRAKE LEVER LEFT BRAKE LEVER SADDLE HANDLEBAR REAR DERAILLEUR CHAIN CRANKSET PEDAL FRONT BRAKE CALIPER REAR BRAKE CALIPER FRONT DISC BRAKE REAR DISC BRAKE CONTROL BOX TYRE HEADLIGHT LED HEADLIGHT BRACKETS...

  • Page 11: Unpackaging

    UNPACKAGING Pantera is shipped to you packed in a box. Both the box and the wrapping material were conceived to prevent any damage during transportation. Some parts are not installed and require proper assembly. Box content: 1x Pantera e-bike 1x Saddle...

  • Page 12: Assembly Instructions

    Riding a not properly assembled e-bike may endanger your safety as well as other people’s. In case of doubt or problems we recommend you see a professional bicycle service. Before operating on your Pantera e-bike, turn off the power switch and remove the battery. To watch the assembly VIDEO TUTORIAL: Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG2VdJfYdbs&ab_channel=VerveMoto...

  • Page 13: Opening The Box And Removing The E-Bike And Its Parts From The Box

    You can now lift your e-bike out of the box with the same care. Pantera e-bike weighs about 30kg. So we recommend you carry out this task with the help of another person. In order to protect the e-bike from possible damages, all the parts have been covered with polyurethan foam.
  • Page 14 As soon as the e-bike has been removed from the box, lay it carefully on the ground. The front wheel is not installed yet so to avoid any possible damage place the lower part of the front fork on a soft surface. You can now remove all the polyurethane foam covering the different parts of the e-bike.

  • Page 15: Removing The Battery

    6.2. Removing the battery We recommend you remove the battery from your e-bike, before starting the assembly operations. In order to remove the battery please follow these simple instructions: Insert one of the included keys in the latch on the left side of the e-bike. Turn the key clockwise and pull the battery towards yourself, use the special stick to help you.

  • Page 16: Installing The Handlebar

    6.3. Installing the handlebar The handlebar setup is quite easy an operation although it requires the habitual care. An improperly tightened retaining screw might in fact compromise your safety. So make sure all the screws are tightly closed before starting to drive. Please follow these steps: Use the 5mm Allen key to loosen the bolts of the handlebar clamp (Fig.

  • Page 17: Installing The Front Wheel

    6.4. Installing the front wheel To ensure a perfect installation of the front wheel, we recommend you flip the e-bike. We also suggest you place soft protectors under points A and B to protect your e-bike from bumps and/or scratches, as shown in the picture. Follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 18 3. Slide the wheel inside the fork. The front wheel has 2 washers, 2 spacers and 2 nuts. Keep the nut and slide it in the axle, placing 1 spacer on each side (Fig. 3) Take care not to scratch the fork paint while performing this operation. 4.
  • Page 19 After following all the steps above, check the functioning of the braking system. Shouldn’t the braking be effective or in case you perceive an annoying rubbing, verify the wheel dishing. Check that all parts are correctly set and the screws are firmly tightened.

  • Page 20: Inflating The Tyres

    After installing the front wheel, proceed to inflate the tyres. First of all, place the e-bike on the wheels. Pantera e-bike feature Schrader valves (also called American valves). In this kind of valve the main stem is externally wrapped in a threaded pipe. To press the central core, you need such a thin tool as a pen cap or a fingernail.

  • Page 21: Installing The Saddle

    6.6. Installing the saddle To perform all next operations we recommend you have the e-bike standing on the wheels. The saddle must be attached to the frame with the supplied 7 Allen screws: 1x 5x50mm front screw 6x 5x30mm screws Follow the steps below: Place the saddle on top of the frame so that it is aligned with the corresponding fixing slots.

  • Page 22: Installing The3 Pedals

    6.7. Installing the pedals The pedals setup is quite easy an operation requiring the supplied 15mm wrench key. The pedals are stamped “L” and “R” for left and right. Place the left pedal on the left crank and the right pedal on the right crank.

  • Page 23: Installing The Front Headlight

    Installing the front headlight 6.8. To install the front headlight you need the following supplied tools: 1 x 2x8mm Allen key 1 x 2x10mm Allen key 1 x 10mm wrench key Follow the steps below: Drop the headlight brackets in the right and left fork stem (of your e-bike). Tighten both brackets with the supplied Allen screws.

  • Page 25: Operating The E-Bike

    Pantera features a Shimano 8 speed cassette sprocket. In order to make the most of your electric bike in plain, we suggest you configure a longer gear, so that the gear ratio is consistent with your physical form. The electric motor will assist your pedaling by reducing the effort up to a speed of 25 km/h.

  • Page 26: E-Bike Components & Parts

    Braking system 8.1. Pantera as standard features mechanical disc brakes, also called threaded brakes, which combine the typical disc brakes structure with the functionality of traditional brakes. Pads are activated by a wire (1,6mm stainless steel) which triggers some leverages drawing the pads themselves to the rotor (commonly called a disc).

  • Page 27: Battery And Battery Charger

    Battery and battery charger 8.2. Pantera is equipped with a latest-generation battery which is sheltered by a special waterproof protective cover. The battery is available in two power variants, 500wh and 840wh In order to recharge your e-bike battery, use only the supplied battery charger. We suggest you connect the charger to the battery before plugging it into the power outlet (220V).

  • Page 28: Duration Of The Battery

    Duration of the battery 8.2.1. The autonomy of the battery cannot be accurately determined because it is affected by several factors: battery power and age, rider’s weight, speed and riding style, external temperature, tyre pressure, type of terrain and road slope. Your e-bike autonomy can be significantly reduced by extreme temperatures.

  • Page 29: Display And Switches

    Display and switches 8.3. Main switch function and multifunction display (explanation tables)

  • Page 31: Pedal Assistance Setup (Cadence Sensor - Torque Sensor)

    Pedal assistance setup (Cadence sensor – Torque sensor) 8.3.1. Hold button to turn on the power. button at the same time for a few seconds, until when the speed indicator starts flashing. Hold Push 3 times the button, all the writings should stop flashing. button at the same time for a few seconds, until when the writing P1 pops up.

  • Page 32: Front Fork

    Front fork 8.4. In order to ensure maximum safety and riding comfort, Pantera is equipped with a suspension adjustable both in preload and in compression. A suspension is a mechanical component which can compress or extend to absorb the shock provoked by positive obstacles (bumps, roots, rocks) or negative unevenness (holes) with a maximum width called excursion.
  • Page 33 A faster damping is suitable to paved roads and/or to deal with lights unevenness, a slower damping fits in with rough roads. In Pantera the ideal extension has been configured already. It is non-adjustable. With a high-speed compression and extension, the suspension will absorb less the terrain unevenness shocks and transmit more vibrations to the cyclist;...

  • Page 34: Lighting System

    Lighting System 8.5. In order to ensure you maximum safety, Pantera is equipped with a 5 ¾ Full LED headlight and a LED rear light which will always ensure you a perfect visibility in all conditions. To turn on/off the lights, hold for a few seconds the upper button on the keypad located on the handlebar.

  • Page 35: Braking System Maintenance

    We recommend you use only original Verve components. Always remove the battery before performing any repair or maintenance operation. Perform only the maintenance operations you are sure you can properly complete. Take care of your e-bike cables and connectors, avoid to damage them.
  • Page 36 How to align the brake pads: Right side of the caliper: use the supplied 5mm Allen key and turn clockwise the screw located in the rear part of the caliper to bring the pad closer to the rotor. Left side of the caliper: use the 5mm Allen key to loosen the retaining screw of the cable located on the brake arm. Use the needle nose pliers to hold the cable while pulling upwards the brake arm until when the pad is perfectly aligned to the rotor.

  • Page 37: Wheels And Tyres Maintenance

    Wheels and tyres maintenance 9.2. Pantera e-bike is equipped with 20”x4” FAT tyres inner tube mounted on 5 spokes aluminium alloy rims. Make the following checks: Verify that both tyres show no cracks, punctures and deformations. Check that the tyres pressure does not to exceed the 20-25 PSI (1,3-1,7 bar) recommended value. For a correct tyres inflation see section 6.5 in this manual.

  • Page 38: Chain, Cassette And Derailleur Maintenance

    9.3. Chain, cassette and derailleur maintenance Pantera features a Shimano RD M360 8 speed cassette sprocket. Equipped with 126 links chain. For more information: https://si.shimano.com/api/publish/storage/pdf/en/dm/GN0001/DM-GN0001-25-ENG.pdf The cassette internal gear has several benefits: it allows to change gear even when stationing, which is great when you stop without downshifting for the next restart;...
  • Page 39 To properly lubricate the chain, follow the steps below: Turn off the battery power. Switch gears so as to use the lowest gear. Use a rag to spread the lube all over the chain, between the chain links and in the inner part. Then switch the gears while you manually operate the crankset.

  • Page 40: Lights Maintenance

    Lights maintenance 9.4. In order to ensure you maximum safety. Pantera is equipped with a 5 ¾ Full LED headlight and a LED rear light which will always ensure you a perfect visibility in all conditions. Lights must always be visible; keep them clean and avoid carrying objects which may partially or entirely cover them.
  • Page 41 If your e-bike is very dirty, we suggest you get equipped with the following tools: A low pressure hose or a cold water dispenser. Avoid too strong waterjets which may damage the e-bike components. A specific bicycle detergents kit: a degreaser for the tougher parts, a less aggressive cleansing soap for the most sensitive parts such as the frame, a lube to lubricate the chain when done with washing.

  • Page 42: Storing The E-Bike

    Remember to lubricate the chain after washing and to lubricate the suspensions and the cassette sprocket, when necessary. At the end of the washing, always make sure these components are properly lubricated. Make sure all components are perfectly dry before riding your e-bike again. If you reckon you cannot properly and safely perform the washing operations, please see a professional in the field.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE We recommend you follow this maintenance schedule in order to keep your e-bike efficient and to always ride safely. The frequency of maintenance considerably depends on how the e-bike is used and on the weather conditions. Cold temperatures, rain, unpaved roads etc. can require more frequent maintenance interventions. To do before every ride Always accurately perform the “Pre-ride safety checks”...

  • Page 44: Safety

    SAFETY We recommend you pay the utmost attention to the safety instructions reported hereafter. Improper behavior or neglecting regularly doing safety checks may provoke damages to the e-bike and may result in accidents, serious injuries or death to the cyclist and/or those around them. Pre-ride safety checks 11.1.
  • Page 45 Cabling Turn the handlebar from left to right to ensure the movement is free and there are no tensions in the cables. Check if any cable is damaged, disconnected or loosened. Wheels Verify that both tyres show no cracks, punctures and deformations. Check that the tyres pressure does not to exceed the 20-25 PSI (1,3-1,7 bar) recommended value.

  • Page 46: Battery And Charger Safety Instructions

    Battery and charger safety instructions 11.2. Pantera is equipped with a latest-generation battery which is sheltered by a special waterproof protective cover. Do not open the cover under any circumstances. Do not perform any intervention on the battery or on the charger for any reason. All the operations on the battery are potentially dangerous.

  • Page 47: E-Bike Riding Safety Instructions

    Do not use Pantera charger to charge other devices. Do not use multi plug adapters or not homologated extension cables. This may provoke fires. Keep the battery and the charger away from children. 11.3. E-bike riding safety instructions Try your e-bike in a safe place, away from traffic, in order to get acquainted with its specific characteristics, with the pedal assistance and the gear use.

  • Page 48: 12. Warranty Terms And Conditions

    When directly bought from Verve CW Srl or from an authorized dealer, all Verve e-bikes are guaranteed to the original owner free of technical or manufacturing defects. Warranty conditions, terms and limitations are specified hereafter.

  • Page 49: Warranty Conditions

    The owner is responsible for proper use and maintenance of the e-bike. Verve CW Srl does not accept liability to the owner for injuries or damages due to their non-compliance with the laws and regulations in force or with the traffic code.

  • Page 50: Exclusion Of Warranty

    Such consumables as hydraulic fluids, grease and lubricants Spare parts non-original or not endorsed by Verve. All damage resulting from a defect and all expenses directly and/or indirectly provoked by a problem covered by the warranty (telephone calls, rental vehicles, public transportation, recovery costs, accommodation costs, etc.) and...

  • Page 51: Additional Warranty Conditions

    When in doubt about a flaw or when it is necessary a visual inspection of the components, Verve CW Srl has the right to request to be sent the parts at issue or to appoint an expert who will verify the flaw. Verve CW Srl reserves the right to evaluate the parts at issue and to accept the request or provide a reason in case of reject.

  • Page 52: Intervention Request

    Intervention request 12.6. In the occurrence of an e-bike failure, get in touch with a Verve authorized dealer or send a report to the Verve CW Srl spares and warranty management via email – support@vervebikes.com – before the warranty period expires.

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