Nukeproof MEGAWATT User manual

MEGAWATT CARBON
BIKE MANUAL

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MEGAWATT CARBON PURCHASE AND WELCOME TO THE NUKEPROOF FAMILY!
The Nukeproof Megawatt Carbon was born from a shared heritage of performance. Nukeproof and SRAM teamed together to
bring you the ultimate e-bike experience — the latest and greatest in eMTB technology wrapped in a carbon frame designed
to wallop the nastiest trails on the planet. Developed in collaboration with the team at SRAM, the Megawatt was used as the
testbed for the first-of-its-kind Eagle Powertrain as it was prototyped over two years.
The SRAM Eagle Powertrain is an integrated eMTB ecosystem that meshes SRAM AXS components, the Eagle Transmission,
and a powerful drive unit into one cohesive package. All systems work in unison to bring you an experience elevated above
all previous e-bikes.
Settled and stable yet playful and agile, the Megawatt has earned a reputation for surefootedness in terrain where most
bikes fight for traction. We didn’t want to lose those qualities, so the rear linkage, suspension kinematic, and geometry has
only been slightly tweaked from the alloy model.
Your Megawatt Carbon has been meticulously engineered using T700/800 carbon with intricate features and design cues,
maximising the bikes efficiency, rider experience and offering ultimate performance. The result is a carbon E-Enduro
machine that handles like no other and is purpose built for the new SRAM Eagle Powertrain.
This manual will help you get familiar with your Megawatt Carbon, it’s SRAM Eagle Powertrain system, and will serve as a
helpful resource for setting-up and maintaining your bike. Please read this manual carefully to help look after and enjoy
your Megawatt Carbon to its fullest. If there is any doubts or queries with the set-up, use, or maintenance of your Megawatt
Carbon, please consult with an authorised dealer. Full dealer listings can be found at
NUKEPROOF.COM
Please ensure you also read the
GENERAL BIKE MANUAL before your initial ride.
CONGRATULATIONS!

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CONTENTS
Section 1 - Unboxing Your Bike
Section 2 – Assembling Your Bike
Section 3 – Powertrain Quick Start Guides
Section 4 – SRAM APP
Section 5 – Suspension in More Detail
Section 6 - Maintenance and Care
Section 7 – Specifications
Section 8 - Assembly and Spares
Section 9 – SRAM Components
Section 10 - Troubleshooting & Error Codes
Section 11 – Warnings
Section 12 – Warranty
Section 13 – Logbook
Section 14 – Certificate of Conformity

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SECTION 1 - UNBOXING YOUR BIKE
For mail order customers your new Megawatt Carbon will be delivered in a specifically designed bike box, the type and size
of box will vary between retailers. The bike will come with a number of spares, Nukeproof provides tubeless valves and
additional items will depend on the dealer you have purchased the bike from. Some Nukeproof dealers will provide pedals
and basic tools with the bike on delivery, typically a pedal spanner and Hex Key set.
PACKAGING ON ARRIVAL
1. Your new bike will arrive in large carboard box, box size
will depend on retailer purchased from.
2. Open end of box carefully, remove parts box and set
aside. Please note, if dealer has shipped battery not
installed, it is heavy, and care is needed when removing.

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3. Remove cardboard front wheel support from box, this
will now allow you to remove the bike.
4. Carefully pull bike out of box, we would advise help at
this point from another person to hold the box. If your
dealer has stapled the box, please ensure staples are
removed to prevent paint damage.
5. The bike will be carefully wrapped before shipping to
prevent any damage in transit. If any damage is found,
report directly to your dealer.
6. Carefully remove protective wrapping, please dispose
of appropriately and recycle where possible.

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SECTION 2 – MAIL ORDER ASSEMBLY AND INITIAL SET-UP
This section details how to get your bike ready for setting up and riding out of the box, this will be relevant for mail order
bikes, generally the following will be done already if purchased and collected through a local authorised Nukeproof dealer.
Do not turn on your bike at this point.
FIT BARS
1. Unscrew face plate bolts from stem with a 4mm Hex
Key, remove stem face plate and bolts, set aside safely
for installing later.
2. Place bars to stem, using the set-up lines to position
the bars centrally. Ensure brake lines are not tangled at
this point.
3. Tighten the face plate bolts to the stem with a 4mm
Hex Key, start with the top bolts and move to the bottom
bolts. Ensure bolt torque is evenly spread around all
four bolts before fully tightening. Reference the torque
details on the stem.
4. You can adjust the roll of the bars back or forward at
this point to your personal preference. Ensure the bars
are still centered when adjusting and use the markings
on the bars to help. This is a good point to adjust position
of PODS and brakes levers.

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FIT PEDALS
All Nukeproof pedals are standard 9/16” x 20 tpi so are compatible with all modern cranks.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 8mm Hex Key (All pedals) Or 15mm Spanner (Alloy pedals only)
• Torque Wrench
• Grease
HOW TO DETERMINE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE LEFT AND RIGHT PEDAL
This step is very important, failure to install the pedals on the correct side of the bike will cause irreparable damage your
crank and pedal.
ALLOY PEDALS
Alloy pedal axles are marked “L” indicating the left pedal (non-driveside) and “R” indicating the right pedal (drive-side).
LEFT PEDAL RIGHT PEDAL
PLASTIC PEDALS
Plastic pedal bodies have an “L” moulded in the body indicating the left pedal (non-driveside) and “R” moulded indicating
the right pedal (driveside).
The axles are also different, the left axle has a ring indented around the lip of the axle whereas the right does not.
LEFT PEDAL RIGHT PEDAL LEFT AXLE RIGHT AXLE

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FITTING
1. Check the threads on your crankarm are clean and have
no damage.
2. Take your RIGHT pedal and grease the axle.
3. Line the pedal up to the driveside crank, place your
8mm hex key through the driveside crank and into the
back of the pedal axle. Start to turn the hex key in a
clockwise direction (as you look at the crank towards the
handlebars). There should be no resistance as you turn
the hex key, if there is resistance STOP immediately and
check you are fitting the correct pedal and the threads
are correctly aligned between the axle and crank. Do not
force the pedal into the crank.
4. Take your LEFT pedal and grease the axle.
5. Line the pedal up to the non-driveside crank, place your
8mm hex key through the non-driveside crank and into
the back of the pedal axle. Start to turn the hex key in a
anticlockwise direction (as you look at the crank towards
the handlebars). There should be no resistance as you
turn the hex key, if there is resistance STOP immediately
and check you are fitting the correct pedal and the
threads are correctly aligned between the axle and crank.
Do not force the pedal into the crank.
6. With both pedals now on the crank arms, tighten to
30Nm with a torque wrench.
Your pedals are now fitted and safe to ride.

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ADJUST SADDLE HEIGHT
1. To adjust the height of the saddle, loosen the seat
clamp bolt with a 5mm Hex Key, once height is adjusted,
retighten
2. To get a starting point for your saddle height, stand
beside your bike and adjust the height to your hip bone
3. Sit on the bike with assistance from another person or
leaning against a secure structure. Pedal to the 6 o’clock
position to identify if the saddle height is suitable and
you can begin to adjust to suit your preference
4. Do not exceed the minimum insertion depth marked
on the post

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ADJUST SADDLE ANGLE AND POSITION
To ensure comfort when seated pedalling, the saddle
position can be adjusted. A Torx 25 (T25) wrench is
required.
To adjust the saddle angle, forward and back. Loosen the
T25 bolt, position the saddle and retighten the T25 bolt.

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ADJUST STEM HEIGHT
The stem height can be made higher or lower to suit rider preference. The headset spacers can be placed below or above
the stem. Do not add too many additional spacers under the stem, as both stem bolts must be clamping fork steerer. If you
are unsure on this process, please consult with your authorised Nukeproof dealer to complete the work.
1. Loosen and remove top cap bolt and cover with a 5mm
Allen Key.
2. Loosen both stem steerer clamp bolts with a 4mm Allen
Key
3. Remove stem and place spacers to your preference,
in this example two below the stem to raise height. Both
spacers can be placed above the stem to lower height as
well.
4. Install stem to steerer, replace top cap and bolt and
tighten with 5mm Allen Key. If steering becomes stiff, top
cap bolt is overtightened.
5. Straighten stem and retighten stem steerer clamp
bolts with a 4mm Allen key.

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CONVERT TO TUBELESS
All of our adult complete bike’s are supplied with tubeless tape installed, tubeless valves and tubeless compatible tyres to
make tubeless conversation fast and simple. This guide will take you through the steps to make your bike tubeless.
ITEMS REQUIRED
• Tubeless pump
• Tubeless Sealant
• Tubeless valves
• Tools to remove wheels (Usually 5mm / 6mm hex for
thru axles)
• Tyre levers (not essential with good tyre fitting
technique)
1. Remove your wheel from the bike. 2. Remove valve cap

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3. Loosen presta value nut and push to deflate the inner
tube.
4. When the tube is deflated, remove the nut holding the
valve in place.
5. Unseat tyre by pushing the bead to the centre of the
rim. Do this on both sides of the tyre
6. Remove one side of the tyre by taking the bead over
the rim.
7. Push the valve through the rim and remove the inner
tube.
8. Get your tubeless valve and get it ready to install. At
this point also double check that the tubeless tape is still
correctly stuck down and not damaged. If it has been
damaged the rim will need retaped.

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9. Push the valve through the valve hole. 10. Put the o-ring on the valve.
11. Fit the tubeless valve nut and tighten. 12. Start to refit the tyre, leave 1⁄4 open.
13. Add tubeless sealant as per sealant manufacturer
recommended amount.
14. Finish fitting tyre. Make sure the bead is pushed to the
centre of the rim as this will make it much easier.
15. Connect your tubeless pump to the valve. 16. Charge the tubeless pump cannister and then release
air blast.

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17. Pump tyre until it is correctly seated. There is a moulded line in most tyres which must be visible and uniform the
whole way round the tyre.
18. Reinstall valve cap. 19. Lift your wheel and shake it to get the sealant all
round the tyre.
20. Refit your wheel to the bike following the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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A COUPLE OF POINTS TO NOTE
It can take a couple of rides for the sealant to get fully around the tyre settle. Don’t be alarmed if you need to top up the air
pressure a couple of times between rides. The tyre shouldn’t lose pressure during your ride.
Some tyres will seep sealant from the sidewalls. This should settle after the tyre has been used and generally happens on
cheaper sealants so we do recommend using a good quality sealant.
If you have an air leak at the rim, it will generally appear to happen at the valve but is most likely to be an issue with the
tape. If the air is escaping at the valve then its getting past the tape somewhere and you will need to check your tape is
not damaged.

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INSTALLING WHEELS WITH THROUGH AXLES
*In some cases, if you have mail ordered, your chosen authorised Nukeproof Dealer may have shipped the bike without
wheels installed. Please reference the following to install wheels with Through Axles to your bike.
Nukeproof bikes typically will use Through Axles.
Insert the wheels to the fork and frame dropouts, ensure the rotor is aligned with the caliper to avoid damage when
installing. For the rear wheel please ensure the gears are in the smallest sprocket and pull the derailleur rearwards to give
more room for install. Ensure the hub endcaps are seated correctly in the dropouts for a secure fit.
Apply a little grease to the axle and threads and push through the dropouts and hubs until axle cannot be pushed further.
Tighten the Through Axle clockwise to the Nm found on the axle, if no Nm is displayed, please consult with your Nukeproof
Dealer.
If the Through Axle is stiff when installing, it may be cross-threading, stop immediately and check seating of hubs and
dropouts. Any further concerns please consult with your Nukeproof Dealer.
If the forks have pinch bolt dropouts, reference the forks manufacturer guides for correct installation.
If the Through Axles have Quick Release levers, please reference the axles manufacturers instructions for correct install.
Ensure the correct tools are used when fitting and removing Through Axles, if you are unsure, please consult with your
Nukeproof Dealers.
Ensure the Through Axles are checked before and after each ride to ensure they are tight.
Riding with loose Through Axles can result in loss of control, injury and death.
If you are unsure on fitting wheels with Through Axles, please consult with your Nukeproof Dealer.

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GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR BIKES CONTROLS ONCE ASSEMBLED
STORAGE
Nukeproof adult bikes are all equipped with powerful modern disc brake systems. Disc brake systems offer exceptional
control and power. Please note power will improve with some use once the pads and discs have bedded in. Ensure you
familiarise yourself with which lever operates the front or rear brakes. Your dealer will set the brakes to the way they
are typically used in your country, but please check lever orientation or get the brakes set to your preference by your
dealer. Adjust the position of the brake levers so the lever is in a comfortable position and easy to pull. This is shown in
the assembly guide. Brake performance will vary with riding terrain and weather conditions, familiarise yourself with your
brakes performance in different conditions.
The gears on the bike are operated by a shifter on the handlebar, moving through the range of gears by clicking up and
down the shifter paddles will help with pedaling in different terrains. Gear shifter position can also be adjusted, as shown
in the set-up guide. Ensure the shifter is in a position it is easily accessible and use. Ensure when shifting you are pedaling
smoothly forward, do not shift and pedal backwards. Pedaling backwards can damage the gears and result in an accident.
When initially getting familiar with your brakes and gears, please ride in a familiar location in good conditions while wearing
a helmet. Any issues with your brakes and gears, immediately stop riding and consult with an authorised Nukeproof dealer
for maintenance or repair.
Your new Megawatt Carbon will be supplied with an accessory strap. This can be placed under the bikes top tube or inside
the Battery Door. Within the Battery Door of your Megawatt Carbon the accessory strap can be located. This allows internal
storage of spares and tools. Multitool, Tubeless Plug Kit and CO2 canister can be stored, or a compact TPU type tube.
Additional accessory strap can be purchased from your Nukeproof if you wish to fit spares under the top tube and inside
the Battery Door.

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SECTION 3 - POWERTRAIN QUICK START GUIDES
SWITCHING ON YOUR MEGAWATT CARBON FOR THE FIRST TIME
Before you turn on your Megawatt Carbon for the first time you will need to fully charge the battery to wake it from sleep
mode. Full charge takes approximately 5 hours for the supplied 720Wh battery.
PLEASE NOTE
Use only the SRAM manufactured charger and charger cord to charge the battery. Use of a 3rd party chargers and cords may
cause the battery to overheat, reduce its service life, catch fire, or explode.
1. If you have a power source accessible to the bike,
simply plug your SRAM Powertrain Charger into the power
socket and turn on.
2. Now plug the Powertrain Charger into the charging port
found on the seat tube.
3. To check the battery is charging, the Bridge Display will
indicate the % charge. It will take approximately 5 hours
for a full battery charge.

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HOW TO REMOVE AND FIT THE MEGAWATT CARBON BATTERY
The Megawatt Carbon’s internal battery can be easily removed. This process is outlined in the images below.
1. To remove or install the battery you will need 5mm Hex
Key and a torque wrench.
2. If you do not have a work stand lay the bike on the floor
drive side up.
3. First remove the reverse-threaded battery door cap
(turn clockwise to remove).
4. Remove the battery door by sliding it downwards and
pulling toward the rear of the bike. Set it aside.
5. Unplug the cable from the battery. The cable is secured
by magnets and simply pulls apart.
6. While holding the battery in the frame, use a 5mm Hex
Key to remove the battery bolt (anti-clockwise).