BirdBike VA00038 User manual
USER MANUAL
A-Frame User Manual
Please read this manual very carefully before using the
product. The manual contains important instructions for
the safe use and longevity of your bike.
If you need any type of support or warranty information
for your BirdBike, please contact the local dealer or
retailer where you purchased the product.
Model: VA00038/VA00069 (Grey), VA00037/VA00068 (Blue), VA00056/VA00070 (Black)
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1Assembly Prep
To prepare for the assembly of your BirdBike, rst take out all
pieces of the BirdBike from the box and remove all packaging.
Also, open the accessory box and remove all tools, parts and
everything else that’s inside of it.
2.5 mm
Allen key
13mm / 15mm
Two-sided
Wrench
L-key Phillips
Screwdriver
(x 2) and
Pedals
(x2)
Keys
Power Supply
and Cable
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4mm / 5mm /
6mm Y-wrench
Saddle
Rear fender
Rear rim
Tire
Rear disc brake
Crank
Pedal
A-FRAME
Frame Handlebar
(rear wheel)
Fork
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Remove Display from the Handlebar
Use the 2.5mm Allen Key to remove the screw that’s in the
back of the display, which will be sitting in the handlebar
cavity, but not installed.
2.5 mm Allen key
A-FRAME
Install the Handlebar
Use the 5mm end of the tool to remove the hex bolt
from inside the black disc top cap that's sitting on
the protective cardboard tube. The black disc top
cap and cardboard sleeve will not be used during
the assembly, so please set aside along with the box
and other packaging.
After removing the hex bolt, black disc top cap, and
protective cardboard tube, install the handlebar
on top of the steerer tube. Once the handlebar
is installed and lined up properly with the tire and
frame, re-insert the hex bolt through the handlebar
and into the steerer tube.
Use the 5mm end of the tool to gently tighten the
hex bolt into the handlebar so that there’s no play
between the fork and frame.
Finally, make sure the handlebar, frame, and front
wheel are still aligned and tighten the two steering
stem screws with the 5mm end of the tool so the
handlebar stays in place.
Y-wrench
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Be sure to remove the plastic front rotor protector from the front
wheel axle before starting this step.
Align the front wheel axle so that it’s inside of the fork slots on both
sides. The side with the brake rotor should be aligned so that it ts
inside the front disc brake.
Once the fork slots are sitting on both sides of the axle, install
washers at both ends and tighten up the cap nuts on the outside
using the 15mm end of the wrench.
Wrench
and Washer
After installing the front wheel,
extend the kickstand for better
stability and easier assembly
during the next steps.
A-FRAME
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Attach the front fender to the fork by using the screws that are already in the fork legs.
Use the 4mm end of the tool to remove the two screws from the fork legs and then
tighten the screws through the holes at the end of the fender mounts.
Using the 4mm end of the tool remove the screw that’s on the top of the backside of
the fork and tighten the screw through the fender mount bracket on top of the fender
so that it’s secured tightly to the back of the fork.
When tightening the fender, avoid
rubbing the tool on the frame so
the paint doesn’t get scratched.
Also, don’t over tighten the screws
to avoid stripping the holes.
Y-wrench
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Remove the cap that’s covering the seat clamp screw, which is located just
below the seat.
Insert the seat post into the seat tube. To adjust the height, move it to where it
feels comfortable, then tighten the seat clamp screw with the 5mm end of the
tool. Be sure to replace the cap once the seat post is set and tightened.
Warning: do not extend the
seat post farther than the
minimum insertion line that
is indicated on the seat post.
Y-wrench
A-FRAME
Pedal
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Install the left and right pedals by screwing them into the crank.
Pay attention to which pedal is being installed on the left and
the right as the left pedal is reverse threaded so it is tightened
counter-clockwise. You can tell the two pedals apart by looking
for the “R” on the right pedal and “L” on the left.
After the pedals are screwed on by hand, use the 15mm end of
the wrench to give the pedals a nal tightening.
Wrench
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For the nal step before powering on your BirdBike, reinstall the display back into the
handlebar so that the Bird logo is at the bottom. Be sure to not pinch the cable inside of
the handlebar while reinstalling. Once reinstalled, use the 2.5mm Allen key to replace and
tighten the screw under the display so that it’s tightened into place inside of the handlebar.
Connect the one end of the power cable coming from the bottom of the display to the other
end of the power cable that is coming out of the bottom of the frame. At this point you can
power on your BirdBike, but be sure to read through the rest of this manual before riding.
2.5 mm Allen key
A-FRAME
After long pressing the ,
the BirdBike will be turned on. While the
power is on, press and hold the power button
again to turn off the power.
After the BirdBike is turned on, the display
defaults to showing real-time speed and
total distance traveled (miles or km). With a
short press of the you can
toggle through the total distance (miles/km)
and single trip distance (miles/km).
After pressing and holding the
for 2 seconds the BirdBike will go into Walk
Mode. The display will show the push symbol
and you will receive power-assistance
while pushing the BirdBike in more difcult
situations, like going uphill. When you release
the button, Walk Mode will automatically
turn off.
The power will automatically shut off after
5 minutes if not being used.
The power-assisted Walk Mode function should
only be used while pushing the electric vehicle
and never used while riding.
DISPLAY INTERFACE
WALK MODE
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Press and hold the + key for 2 seconds
to turn on the headlight. When the headlight
is on, the display brightness will also
automatically dim. Whenever natural lighting
is insufcient (such as in bad weather) or
when riding in the dark, you should always
turn on the headlight. Press and hold the
+ key again for 2 seconds to switch off the
headlight.
Short press the to
switch the assist level of the BirdBike and
change the output power of the motor. Level
0 is no assistance, and level 5 offers the
highest amount of assist. The default level
when the BirdBike is rst turned on is level 5,
and each subsequent time it will default to
the last assist level that was used.
When the battery is full, the ve-segment
battery icon will be fully lit and the number
of bars will decrease as the battery level
decreases. When the battery is low and
needs charging, the battery icon will ash.
Error code display: For more information on
error codes, please visit support.bird.co.
When an error code is displayed, please
troubleshoot or contact BirdBike support as
soon as possible as the BirdBike will not be able
to be ridden normally until the error is resolved.
ASSIST LEVEL
BATTERY LEVEL
ERROR CODE DISPLAY
To enter Settings Mode rst power on the
BirdBike, then long press and hold
keys +/- at the same time. Once in Settings
Mode you adjust from mph to km/h, set a
speed limit, set wheel diameter, and adjust
the brightness of the display.
While in, you can toggle up
and down with the up (+) and down
(-) buttons. Short press the power
button to adjust the ítem you want to
change, then short press the power button
after making your selection to save.
To exit Settings Mode just long press the
for 2 seconds. Also, while in
Settings Mode if no operation is performed
for 30 seconds, then the display will return
back to normal.
When P1 is displayed in the speed position
while in Settings Mode, press the
to switch the display between
mph or km/h. After selecting, short press
the power button to save.
When P2 is displayed in the speed position
while in Settings Mode and the speed limit
value is displayed in the trip position, you
can then adjust the speed limit with the
. The minimum is 7 mph
(12km/h) and the maximum is 20mph
(32km/h). After selecting, short press the
power button to save.
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When P3 is displayed in the speed position
while in Settings Mode, the wheel diameter
setting will be shown in inches and can be
adjusted with the . Be sure
to know the proper sizes as selecting the
wrong size can result in unexpected speeds.
After selecting, press the
so save.
When P4 is displayed in the speed position
while in Settings Mode, the display
brightness settings from 1 to 5 are displayed
according to the current setting. 1 is the
lowest brightness setting, and 5 is the
highest (default setting is 5).
After the setting is completed, short press
the to save.
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DARK
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When P5 is displayed at the speed position while
in Settings Mode, choose 0-9 by using the
, which represents the
automatic shutdown time in minutes. The
default setting to power off automatically after
5 minutes and setting the timer to 0 means that
auto power off will be disabled. After selecting,
short press the to save.
After the BirdBike has been ridden 300 miles
(500km), there will be a service inspection
reminder shown on the display the next time it’s
turned on. If the reminder isn’t marked as complete,
then it will be displayed every time the vehicle is
turned on. The reminder can be cleared by a short
press of the
When P6 is displayed at the speed position while
in Settings Mode, press the to
select either Y or N. After selecting Y, short press
the to reset the trip meter to
0. After resetting the trip meter, short press the
power button to save the parameters.
SERVICE REMINDER:
To remove the service reminder completely until
the next 300 miles (500km), the rider must connect
to the BirdBike through the Bird App and mark the
service inspection as complete. Once marked
complete in the Bird App, the service reminder will
then no longer be displayed by default each time the
BirdBike is powered on.
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• Recommended age: 16+ years old.
• It is recommended to always wear a helmet when riding.
• The right brake lever engages the rear brake and the left
brake lever engages the front brake.
• Do not exceed the maximum load of 265 lbs (120.kg)
and no more than one rider at a time.
• The maximum load of 265 lbs (120.kg) includes the rider,
as well as any other load that is added to front or rear racks.
• The Bird Bike is suitable to t a bicycle trailer, provided that
the trailer manufacturer's guidelines such as attachment
method, loading, and speed are strictly adhered to.
• If gear shifting operations do not feel smooth, wash the
derailleur and lubricate all moving parts. For maximum
performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants
and maintenance products. If gear shifting adjustments
cannot be carried out, check that the rear fork ends are
aligned. Also, check if the cable is lubricated and if the
outer casing is not too long or short.
• Before each use, conduct a basic safety inspection of the
BirdBike, including:
(i) trueness of the wheels & condition of tires;
(ii) safe operation of all brakes and lights;
(iii) good condition of the frame;
(iv) sufcient battery charge power; and
(v) any sign of damage, unusual or excessive wear, or other
open and obvious mechanical problem/maintenance
needs.
• Components shall be maintained and repaired in
accordance with the manufacturer’s specications and
using only the manufacturer’s authorised replacement
parts with installation performed by dealers or other
skilled persons.
• When performing adjustments and replacements of
brakes, please seek professional help from a dealer or
other skilled person.
• Do not modify the bike as it will void your warranty and
introduce potential safety issues. Read and understand all
safety warnings listed on the product label.
• Risk of injury or death from loss of control, collisions, and
falls. Helmets and other protective equipment are highly
recommended and may be required by law.
• Comply with local laws and regulations when riding this
product. Do not ride where prohibited.
• Ensure the intended area of operation is safe. Do not
ride in the snow, in the rain, or on roads which are wet,
muddy, icy, or that are slippery for any reason. Do not ride
over obstacles. Avoid sharp bumps, drainage grates, and
sudden surface changes.
• There are increased braking distances in wet weather.
• Avoid streets and surfaces with water, sand, gravel, dirt,
leaves, and other debris.
• The bike should not be used for racing, stunt riding, or
other maneuvers.
• Avoid contact with moving parts. Ensure hands, feet, hair,
clothing, and other body parts stay clear of moving parts
like the motor or front wheel.
• ALWAYS keep both hands on the handlebar when riding.
• You should not ride the BirdBike:
• if under the inuence of alcohol or drugs,
• if you have a heart condition, are pregnant, have head,
back, or neck ailments which limit your ability to ride safely,
• if you have any mental or physical conditions that may
make you susceptible to injury or impair your physical
dexterity or mental capabilities to recognise, understand,
and perform all of the safety instructions and to be able to
assume the hazards inherent with the Bird Bike.
• DO NOT ride or attempt to charge a vehicle that has been
submerged in water or if there is risk of water intrusion into
the battery compartment, even if the vehicle is no longer
wet. Contact Bird for further instructions.
• To prevent electric shock when cleaning, remove the
charger plug from the outlet and wipe vehicle with a
dry cloth. Only use the charging cable provided by the
manufacturer.
• Only store in dry areas. Never store in wet conditions.
• Prolonged Exposure to UV Rays, Rain and the Elements
May Damage the Enclosure Materials, Store Indoors When
Not in Use.
• WARNING: As with all mechanical components, the bicycle
is subjected to wear and high stresses. Different materials
and components might react to wear or stress fatigue in
different ways. If the design life of a component has been
exceeded, it may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries
to the rider. Any form of crack, scratches, or change of
colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life
of the component has been reached and it should be
replaced.
• Certied and approved Child Safety Seats must be used
when transporting a child passenger.
• Children should not ride on the back of the bike without an
appropriate certied and tted Child Safety Seat.
• The weight of the EPAC + Rider + Child Safety Seat + Child
should not exceed the maximum load of 265 lbs (120 kg).
• The child should not exceed the manufacturer’s maximum
recommended weight for the Child Safety Seat.
• Front mounted child seats should be mounted to the
handlebar stem not the handlebar itself. Rear mounted
child seats should only mount to the provided rear dropout
eyelets and the seat stay mounts.
• Use of certied and approved luggage racks is required
when carrying a load.
• The weight of the EPAC + Rider + Luggage Rack + Load
should not exceed the maximum load of 265 lbs (120 kg).
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• Rear luggage rack carriers should only mount to the
rear dropout eyelets and the seat stay mounts. The rear
Luggage Rack load should not exceed a payload of 55 lbs
(25kg).
• Front luggage rack carriers should only mount to the front
fork eyelets. The front luggage rack should not exceed a
payload of 22lbs (10kg).
• When washing the BirdBike, do not directly pour water on
the motor and the front and rear axles to prevent water
from affecting the performance and life of the product.
When washing the BirdBike, do not use a strong steam or
high-pressure water spray.
• After washing the vehicle or riding through water,
pay special attention to the working conditions of the
brakes.The braking capability may be reduced in these
circumstances.
• WARNING: Remove the battery from the BirdBike if not
being used for an extended period of time and store in a
dry, ventilated space.
• WARNING: Be sure to charge the battery at least every
3 months. The battery risks damage if not charged for
periods over 3 months.
• WARNING: Don’t leave the charger plugged into the
battery after it’s charged for extended periods of time as
this could result in permanent damage to the battery.
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