Optibike Essex User manual

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Optibike Essex
This is the Owners Manual for the Optibike
Essex Electric Bicycles. The Guide provides
for basic information required to ride the
bike. It is recommended that you always
ride your electric bike bike with a helmet
and observe all traffic regulations.
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Congratulations on your ownership of a new Optibike Essex Electric
Bike.
The Essex is the ultimate E Bike for smaller riders and riders that want a
bike that is easy to get on and off. The Essex is built with the finest parts
available.
Your bike was hand built in Colorado by dedicated craftsman, who
build, ride and design the bikes you ride to create an unmatched level of
performance.
Please read this manually entirely before you ride your bike.
Contact Optibike if you do not understand anything.
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Contact Optibike
EMAIL: [e-mail]
Phone [phone]

•The maintenance information in this manual requires a
basic understanding of using common tools. If you do not
have the experience required to perform these
operations, you should take your bike to a Certified
Bicycle Ship for Maintenance and repairs.
•Failure to perform the repairs and maintenance correctly
can result in death or injury.
•NOTE: We strongly urge
you to read this Manual
in its entirety before
your first ride.
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Contact Optibike
EMAIL: [e-mail]
Phone [phone]

Warning on Night Riding
Riding a bicycle at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day.
A bicyclist is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see.
Therefore, children should never ride at dawn, at dusk or at night.
Adults who chose to accept the greatly increased risk of riding at dawn, at
dusk or at night need to take extra care both riding and choosing specialized
equipment which helps reduce that risk.
You must use active lights when riding at night. This means a headlight and
taillight. It is also recommended that you ride with a reflective coat or vest.
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Contact Optibike
EMAIL: [e-mail]
Phone [phone]

Special Electric Bike Riding Tips
•Electric bikes travel faster than conventional bikes.
•Car drivers may think you are going slower than you are and
pull out in front of you.
•This may happen when they pull out from a side street or have
just passed you and turning right.
•Use Hand Signals
•Be Aware!
•Be Courteous to pedestrians and other cyclists.
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E Bike Classification
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Ebike laws vary by state. The most popular and latest laws are the three Class
classifications.
The Optibike Essex can be configured to be a Class 1, 2 or 3 E Bike.
In standard form the Essex is a Class 3 E Bike.
Latest State E Bike Classifications
Max Power Max Speed Pedelec or
Throttle
Class 1 750 watts 20 MPH Pedelec
Class 2 750 watts 20 MPH Throttle
Class 3 750 watts 28 MPH Throttle under
20 MPH.
Pedelec from
20-28 MPH
It is your responsibility to consult your local and state laws to determine
where your bike is legal to ride.

Riding Gear
•The following riding gear is recommended:
–Properly fitted helmet
–Bicycle Gloves
–Eye Protection
–Bright Clothing
•In areas with rapidly changing weather conditions, be sure to bring extra
clothing.
•It is highly recommended that you carry the following tools and spares:
–Spare inner tube
–Tire changing levers
–Basic tool kit
–Tire pump
•A water bottle for hydration is also a good idea.
•Use Sun Screen if riding in sunny areas.
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Before You Ride Each Time
•Check the tires for proper inflation and wear (35 psi is
a good pressure)
•Be sure the brakes are in good working order and
adjusted
•Check the battery charge
•Check the throttle for free operation, prior to turning
on the bike.
•Each 100 miles of riding check all bolts on the bike.
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The Dropper Seat Post
•The dropper seat post allows you to adjust the height of the seat up
to 5 inches with pushing the lever on the left side of the handlebar.
You can have the seat low when stopping and then raise it for long
distance touring.
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Seat Post in Up Position
Seat Post in Down Position

Adjusting The Dropper Seat Post While Riding
•The height of the seat can be
changed quickly while riding.
•To lower the seat:
1. Sit on the bike
2. Push the lever on the left side
of handlebar.
3. The seat will begin to move
down with your weight.
4. Release the lever when at the
desired seat height.
•To raise the seat:
1. Stand up slightly and release
pressure on the seat.
2. Push the lever on the left side
of handlebar.
3. The seat will begin to move up.
4. Release the lever when at the
desired seat height.
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