RiderOnTheStorm
E*POWAH Master
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To squeeze more useful cycles out of my battery, I've been fine tuning my charging routine based on all your helpful tips and inputs thanks!
So here goes,
[Above best practices updated per forum member feedback, thanks y'all ]
So here goes,
SUGGESTED E-BIKE BATTERY CHARGING BEST PRACTICES
- Charge to 80% before most rides, or charge to 100% just before a long ride. After charging, wait 1 hour for battery to cool down before riding.
Ride. Then after the ride, allow 1 hour for battery to cool down before charging again. Repeat to #1. However, if not riding for a couple of days or going to storage, jump to #3.
If not riding for a few days or if battery is going to storage for 1+ weeks, charge only to 50%. In storage, verify/top off the charge level every 3 months. When exiting storage, jump to #1
Every 5 to 10 charges, charge to 100% and ride until the battery is discharged to 20% (over one or multiple rides). Required for BMS cell balancing. Jump to #1 or jump to #3
Never fully discharge the battery below 10%
- Never charge the battery at temperatures below 0Β°C (32Β°F) or above 35Β°C (95Β°F). Charge or store the battery at room temperature 15-20Β° C (60-70Β°F).
Never overcharge the battery. Always unplug the charger from the power source after the desired battery charge level is reached.- Never use a defective charger or a charger that was not specifically designed for the battery.
[Above best practices updated per forum member feedback, thanks y'all ]
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