Cleaning an e-Bike

Cleaning a bike regularly in an appropriate manner ensures greater longevity, less wear, and the best performance. 

Tips for cleaning an e-bike:

  • Never use a high-pressure cleaner. Use a wet cloth or a low-pressure garden hose for removing dirt.
  • Always turn off the bike before cleaning.
  • Disconnect the charger, and ensure the charge port is closed. 
  • If the bike has a Range Extender battery connected, disconnect it from the charge port and remove it before cleaning. Clean the Range Extender separately with a wet cloth, and remove dirt from connectors with a soft brush or low-pressure air.
  • Inspect the charge port for dirt accumulation. To clean inside, use a soft brush or low-pressure air.
  • Before connecting the charger or Range Extender battery, make sure all contacts and ports are dry and clean.
  • Regularly clean the Speed Sensor magnet on the rear wheel with a cloth.
  • Clean the chain and drivetrain parts thoroughly.

Basic Maintenance

  • Regularly check your tire pressure and tire wear
  • Clean and lube your chain regularly with a high-quality bike lube
  • Be aware of faster wear and tear for some parts like drivetrain, tires and brake pads

Future Shock Maintenance

The Future Shock is designed to offer consistent performance for the life of the product.  With a fully sealed design, the Future Shock assembly does not need service beyond wiping dirt and dust from the exterior. 

Replacement cartridges are available for the Future Shock 3.0:

  • 3.3 cartridge (hydraulic damping that is adjustable)
  • 3.2 cartridge (hydraulic damping, but not adjustable)
  • 3.1 cartridge (spring actuated)

Should the rubber boot become fatigued from use, replacements are available. Take care not to strap accessories around the Future Shock.

For more information about the Future Shock, please see the Future Shock 3.0 User Manual.