Nilox X7 User manual
INFORMATION
Before taking your first ride, read this Owner’s Manual carefully and familiarise
yourself with your Nilox e-bike.
For your own safety and a longer service life for your e-bike, follow the instructions and
warning notices in this manual.
Disregarding them may lead to damage to the e-bike or personal injury.
All information in this publication is based on the latest production
information available at the time of approval for printing. The
manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time without
notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
The vehicle shown in this user manual may not match the actual vehicle.
DEAR CUSTOMER:
Thank you for purchasing this Nilox e-bike.
This e-bike is a product manufactured by using advanced equipment and made up
of high-quality component parts.
This manual provides detailed information about the correct operation,
maintenance and adjustment of your e-bike. By following these tips your unit will be
more durable.
The manufacturer hereby begs your understanding in case of any
inconsistence between the content (pictures or verbal descriptions) of this manual
and the actual condition of your vehicle due to possible changes in the
specifications.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure safety and maximum ease of use.
We remain wishing you all the best with your vehicle.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Nilox recommends that you use genuine Nilox parts, conversion parts and ac-
cessories that have been specifically approved for your e-bike.
Nilox tests genuine parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been
specifically approved for your e-bike for their reliability, safety and suitability.
Despite ongoing market research, Nilox is unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Nilox accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Nilox e-bikes. This is also
the case, even if they have been independently or officially approved. The use of
non-approved parts could affect the safety of your e-bike.
Genuine Nilox parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from
Nilox dealers. Here, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifica-
tions, and the parts will be professionally fitted.
OWNER’S MANUAL
General notes
Before taking your first ride, read this
Owner’s Manual carefully and familiarise
yourself with your e-bike.
For your own safety and a longer service
life for your e-bike, follow the instructions
and warning notices in this manual. Disre-
garding them may lead to damage to the
e-bike or personal injury.
Equipment
This Owner’s Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment
available for your e-bike at the time of pu-
blication of the Owner’s Manual. Coun-
tryspecific differences are possible. Note
that your e-bike may not be fitted with all
features described.
This is also the case for systems and fun-
ctions relevant to safety.
Therefore, the equipment on your e-bike
may differ from that in the descriptions
and illustrations. Should you have any
questions concerning equipment and ope-
ration, please consult a Nilox dealer.
The following items are included in the
e-bike scope of delivery:
• charger
• printed Owner’s Manual
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OPERATING SAFETY
Important safety notes
N WARNING
Components can be damaged without it
being visible on the surface:
• in the event of an accident or fall
• if the bike tips over
Components damaged in this way could
fail unexpectedly, for example:
•the handlebars or the seat post could
break while you are riding the bike.
• the brakes could fail.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
In this or similar cases, have the e-bike
checked at a qualified specialist workshop
without delay.
N WARNING
When being used, the mechanical com-
ponents of the e-bike are subjected to
high
loads and wear. Components react diffe-
rently to these loads and show signs of
fatigue or wear at different rates. If the
operating life of a component is excee-
ded, the component could suddenly fail.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
•Have your e-bike checked regularly at
a qualified specialist workshop.
•Pay attention to any sign of cracks,
scratches or changes in colour. These
signs indicate that the component has
reached the end of its operating life.
•Have components showing signs of
wear or fatigue replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop.
The components affected are:
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• Handlebars and stem
• Saddle and seat post
• Frame and fork
• Tires and wheels
• Pedals and pedal cranks
• Brake pads and brake discs
• Chain and transmission
• Battery
If work on electronic equipment and its
software is carried out incorrectly, this
equipment could stop functioning. The
electronic systems are linked together by
interfaces. Modifications to electronic sy-
stems may also cause systems that have
not been modified to malfunction. These
malfunctions could affect the operating
safety of your e-bike and therefore also
have a considerable effect on your safety.
You should therefore have all work and
modifications to electronic components
carried out at a qualified specialist wor-
kshop.
Do not make any modifications or carry
out work, such as drilling, soldering or
welding, on the frame or other load-be-
aring components. The stability and the
service life of the components could be
affected as a result. If you remove war-
ning stickers, you or others may not be
aware of possible dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Rotating components, such as whe-
els, chain, pedal cranks or pedals,
could trap and pull in parts of the body or
clothing. Make sure that neither clothing
nor objects being carried get caught in ro-
tating parts.
Wear close-fitting clothing. Never wear a
scarf.
After braking, in particular after a long
downhill stretch, the brake discs, brake
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callipers as well as quick-release devices
and axle nuts may be very hot. Wait until
these components have cooled down be-
fore touching them.
Do not ride without the battery or without
the control console. If the battery or the
control console are not fitted then the li-
ghting system will not function. Riding
without an operational lighting system is
not permitted, depending on national re-
gulations.
Qualified specialist workshop
A qualified specialist workshop has the
necessary special skills, tools and quali-
fications to correctly carry out any neces-
sary work on your e-bike. This particularly
applies to work relevant to safety.
Always have the following work on your
e-bike carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop:
• work relevant to safety
• service and maintenance work
• repair work
• modifications, installations and con-
versions
• work on electronic components
• work on the drive system
Nilox recommends that you use a Nilox
dealer which is qualified to carry out work
on Nilox e-bikes.
Correct use
Observe the following information when
using the e-bike:
•the safety notes in the printed Ow-
ner’s Manual
•the technical data in the printed Ow-
ner’s Manual
• traffic rules and regulations
•laws and safety standards applicable
to vehicles
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The Nilox e-bike is designed to be ridden on
asphalt roads and lanes as well as surfaced
forest and country tracks. The tires must not
lose contact with the ground when doing so.
The e-bike is not designed for riding over
obstacles, such as high kerbs.
Equally, it is not designed for carrying more
than one person. Nobody should be carried
on the optionally available luggage carrier.
The Nilox e-bike is not suitable for
competition.The Nilox e-bike together with
rider, accessories and luggage may have a
permissible gross weight of 140 kg (308 lbs).
Never exceed the permissible gross weight.
The Nilox e-bike is not approved for towing
The configuration of your Nilox e-bike
can vary, depending on the country in
which you purchased it. Using the e-bike
in other countries could therefore
contravene local laws. If necessary, have
the configuration of the e-bike adjusted
for the respective country.
Observe the respective applicable law in
your country for Pedelecs regarding the
following points:
•maximum assistance speed and
power output of the electric motor
•required equipment in order to ride
on public roads
•obligation to have a driver’s
license
•minimum age of the cyclist
•obligation to wear a helmet
•regulations for the use of cycle
lanes
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a trailer. Riding with a trailer or a trailer
bike or pulling another bicycle using a bi-
cycle connection system is not permitted.
Always make sure that your Nilox e-
bike is used for the purposes it was
designed for. If the Nilox e-bike is used
in ways for which it was not designed,
this could result in damage to the fitted
components. This could then lead to
accidents and injuries. The Nilox e-bike
is not intended for persons with limited
physical, sensory or mental abilities. The
e-bike is not suitable for children under 14
years old.
Taking the battery for your Nilox e-bike on
a passenger plane is not permitted.
Transporting the e-bike with the battery fit-
ted on a vehicle rear-mounted cycle rack
or roof carrier is not permitted. Remove
the battery before transporting.
Before transporting also remove compo-
nents which are not securely bolted
on such as, e.g. the control console,
smartphone and net pockets.
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E-BIKE
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ASSEMBLY AND SETTINGS
X7 should reach you fully assembled,
with the exclusion of the PEDALS, the
SADDLE, THE FRONT FENDER and
THE HANDLEBAR and the FRONT
WHEEL, which are supplied
separately.
The front wheel arrives disassembled.
To assemble it, place the wheel
beetwen the fork legs, unscrew the
adjustment nut wand remove the right
spring. Insert the quick release skewer
in the left hole of the hub, place again
the right spring and screw the
adjustment nut. Then, block the cam
lever as tight as possible.
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Place the handlebar in the centre of the
stem as shown in picture.Firmly tighten
the hex head socket screws (previously
unscrewed to house the handlebar).
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To assemble the front fender, loosen the
screw and the nut of the front light,
position it on the fork bracket and
proceed by screwing the bolt again,
using the sequence as the picture.
Then, do the same with the two screws
(one on each fork legs) of the fender
support.
The pedals will arrive disassembled and
in a separate plastic bag. Carefully
screw the pedals into the dedicated seat
and tighten with the spanner supplied.
CAUTION: In order to avoid them
coming loose during travel, the
pedals (of all bicycles) have the
characteristic feature of having the
left pedal with opposite thread.
In practice, when you screw them
in, you will need to do so in the opposite
direction, as though you were
unscrewing.
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Insert the sleeve of the saddle in its
housing and adjust the height and tilt, by
turning the screws and quick-release
terminals, as shown in the figure.
INSPECTION BEFORE STARTING
A JOURNEY
Useful information
This Owner’s Manual describes all mo-
dels and all standard and optional equip-
ment available for your e-bike at the time
of publication of the Owner’s Manual.
Country-specific differences are possible.
Note that your e-bike may not be fitted
with all features described. This is also
the case for systems and functions rele-
vant to safety.
Safety-relevant equipment
The lighting system does not work when
you ride your e-bike without the control
console or battery. Nilox recommends
that you always ride with the lights on,
even during the daytime.
The Nilox e-bike is equipped with a li-
ghting system with the active and passive
components required for use on public ro-
ads. It also has an appropriate brake sy-
stem and a bell.
The lighting system includes the following
components:
• headlamp and tail light
• reflective strips on the tire sidewalls
• yellow reflectors on the pedals Check
the safety equipment regularly and have it
repaired at a qualified specialist
workshop as needed.
Suitable equipment
Depending on the country in which you
use your Nilox e-bike, you may be re-
quired to wear a helmet. Irrespective
of any helmet law, Nilox recommends
that you always wear a suitable helmet
and goggles.
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Wear conspicuous, bright clothing appro-
priate for cycling and shoes which are su-
itable for the bike’s pedals. When riding in
traffic, always be considerate and obser-
ve the traffic rules and regulations in order
to avoid endangering yourself and others.
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INSPECTION BEFORE STARTING
A JOURNEY
Checking tires and wheels
N WARNING
If seated at an angle, valves may break
off while the e-bike is in operation. If
this happens, the tire will suddenly lose
pres-sure.
There is a risk of an accident.
Check the seating of the valves. The val-
ves must extend from the wheel rim at
right angles. Correct the position of any
incorrectly seated valves immediately.
Before every ride, check the following:
• tires and wheels for damage and fo-
reign bodies lodged in the tires. Da-
maged wheels can lead to a loss of
pressure and result in further damage.
• tire tread depth
• true running of the wheels by allowing
both wheels to rotate freely. Out-o-
fround wheels can be an indication
of tires which have burst at the side,
broken axles or torn spokes. Also inve-
stigate any rattling noises and check
bearings and bolted connections if ne-
cessary.
Checking the chain
N WARNING
Inadequately secured transmissions
gears and safety guards may become
loose while the e-bike is in operation.
Incorrectly aligned chain may become
detached from the transmission while
the e-bike is in operation.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
• Before every ride, check to make sure
the chain is properly aligned and
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tensioned, and the transmissions
gears are bolted securely.
• Also check for proper installation of
the slip guard to prevent the chain
jumping teeth or slipping.
Always follow all the instructions on han-
dling the chain – particularly every
time the rear wheel is removed or fitted.
Extra caution is required in these cases in
order to prevent damage to the chain.
Checking the battery lock
Before every ride, make sure the locking
cylinder on the battery lock is engaged. If
the battery is not retained by the lock, it
could fall out while the e-bike is in opera-
tion.
Checking the operation of the brake
system
Before every ride, carry out a stationary
brake test. To do so, pull the brake levers
towards the handlebar using two fingers
and normal braking force. The brake lever
must not come into contact with the han-
dlebar. A distance must remain betwe-
en the brake lever and the handle, even
when maximum hand force is applied.
Checking the brake system for wear
N WARNING
After braking, particularly during long de-
scents, the brake discs and callipers as
well as the quick-release connections and
axle nuts may become extremely hot.
There is a risk of injury.
Wait until these components have cooled
down before touching them.
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Check the brake pads for wear before
every ride.
Carry out a visual inspection of the brake
discs:
•the friction disc must not show any si-
gns of scoring or breakout. It must be
free of oil and dirt.
•All bolts must be present and securely
in place. Check the brake callipers for
oil leakage. Make sure that the brake
cables are free of kinks. Check the
brake cables for leaks.
Checking the bolted connections
Before every ride, check to make sure the
bolted connections listed below are secu-
rely tightened:
•check the front and the rear wheel
for proper fit. All bolted connections
must be securely tightened. Alternate
pushing and pulling on the rear wheel
must not cause it to move.
• check to make sure the handles and
brake handles are securely seated. It
must not be possible to rotate the han-
dles or brake handles.
• check to make sure the seat and
• seat post are securely locked.
Attempts to turn and tilt the seat must
not cause it to move.
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