Newbie from Northern Scotland

[macquatic]

Hi all,
Thanks for the add. As the title says and I'm new to electric MTBs.
I'm 69, a bit overweight and unfit!
Joined the forum mainly for info on maintenance and where to buy spares if and when I need them.
Be prepared for questions!

 

[thelarkbox]

Hi n welcome,

One of the great things about ebikes is the motor can compensate for fitness mine does at least..

Depending on your choice of bike spares can be as easy as opening an ebay or ali express search page with the details on a label or as tricky as finding hens teeth.

#1 maintenance tip - If you own a power washer dont use it on your bike.

#2 Your battery is what needs the most maintenance, learning how to recharge to extend its life and get the most out of it, so dont recharge after every 5 mile trip to the shops etc..

If a hub drive just ensure the cable entry point through the axle has its cut off aspect pointing down! If pointing up even if covered water will collect and seep into the motor. Other than that its good to go and will probably run forever..


Most importantly have fun with the bike.

 

[macquatic]

Hi n welcome,
One of the great things about ebikes is the motor can compensate for fitness mine does at least..
Depending on your choice of bike spares can be as easy as opening an ebay or ali express search page with the details on a label or as tricky as finding hens teeth.
#1 maintenance tip - If you own a power washer dont use it on your bike.
#2 Your battery is what needs the most maintenance, learning how to recharge to extend its life and get the most out of it, so dont recharge after every 5 mile trip to the shops etc..
If a hub drive just ensure the cable entry point through the axle has its cut off aspect pointing down! If pointing up even if covered water will collect and seep into the motor. Other than that its good to go and will probably run forever..

Most importantly have fun with the bike.

Thanks for the welcome larkbox,

I got a Forme Alport HTE at a good price, with 100mls on the clock.
Yes, I know Forme went under last year, but my way of thinking is only the frame was made by them and all other parts should be readily available.
#1 Yep, used to do motorbike trials and a power washer is a killer on bearings etc.
#2 Good info about the battery. Bike's got a Bosch central motor, so not too many worries there.

Only been out a couple of times so far and really enjoying it!