RIESE & MULLER RIESE & MULLER User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL EBIKES
RIESE & MÜLLER
BLUELABEL
VERSION: 12/2013

Carrier, p. 56
Seat post, p. 11, p. 22
Saddle, p. 12
Shifting
Derailleur, p. 32
Hub gear, p. 36
Wheel attachment, p. 43
Wheels and tires, p. 40
Kickstand, p. 31
Brake lever, p. 17
Shifter, p. 33
Stem, handlebar, p. 13
Headset, p. 54
Lighting, p. 55
Suspension fork, p. 23
Brakes
Disk brakes, p.26
Rim brakes, p. 28
Pedals, p. 31
Bosch drive, p. 62
Chain, p. 38
Suspension, p. 18

© 2013, Riese & Müller GmbH
Text and concept
Riese & Müller GmbH
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Photography
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Torque settings in this manual are
specied in Nm. Do not rely on
your feeling: “tight” is simply not
precise enough. ONLY a torque
wrench can ensure that the bolt
is properly tightened. You should
always this tool to tighten the
components to the specied torque
setting. A bolt that is too tight or
too loose can cause malfunctions
which could lead to an accident.
DANGER!

Dear customer,
congratulations on your new Riese & Müller E-bike. Thank you for
choosing us for your mobility needs. Riese & Müller builds lightweight
and practical E-bikes that are characterized by exceptional handling
and award winning design. During the design process, we constantly
think about your riding enjoyment and safety. Even though we cannot
anticipate every possible scenario, this manual answers many of the key
questions you may have and gives you many tips on using your bike.
Furthermore, a lot of interesting facts about bicycle technology, mainte-
nance and upkeep are summarized for you to ensure that you enjoy your
new Riese & Müller E-bike for many years for come. Since our E-bikes
are constantly being updated and improved, we may provide additional
supplementary pages to ensure you have the most up to date informa-
tion. Please be mindful that some updated information may have already
been included with your new E-bike.
Your dealer has performed the final assembly of the E-bike and possibly
implemented some requested changes for you. They have performed a
test ride to ensure an enjoyable riding experience from the very start.
If after reading this manual, you still have questions, please feel free to
contact your dealer or us directly.
The Riese & Müller Team

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CONTENT
General information
Before the first ride
Before every ride
Legal requirements (Germany)
Adjusting the riding position
Adjusting the rear suspension
Suspension seat post (blueLABEL)
Adjusting the suspension fork
Braking system
Pedals/kickstand
Shifting system
Chain
Wheels and tires
Repairing a puncture
Headset
Lighting system
Luggage transport
Avenue hybrid II – Enclosed drive
Avenue hybrid II – Integrated lock
Load hybrid – Steering linkage
Load hybrid – Separating the frame
E-bike drives
E-bikes – range in cold weather
E-bikes – HS models
Transporting the E-Bike
General care/Inspections
Warranty/Guarantee
Recommended torque settings
Service and maintenance plan
Documents
Service record
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DANGER!
Do not ride if the test wasn’t
passed with 100% certainty.
Riese & Müller E-bikes are equipped with exceptionally innovative technology. Even if you are
a seasoned rider that has been riding for many years, we strongly recommend reading and
observing the following instructions.
First we would like to familiarize you with the components of your Riese & Müller E-Bike.
Please flip open the front cover of the manual. Here you will find an example of
a Riese & Müller E-bike upon which all of the mentioned components are identified.
TIP! KEEP THE FRONT COVER OPENED AS THIS MAKES ORIENTATION EASIER!
We have tried to vividly portray all of the relevant information to ensure your satisfaction with
your new Riese & Müller E-bike. Therefore we use the following symbols:
Attention! Here is a hint that will help you quickly become familiar with your bike and
its technology.
Danger! This symbol indicates that life-threatening risks are possible if the
corresponding instructions are not followed. Please read carefully.
Tip! This symbol indicates useful additional information.
To ensure you always have a fun and safe ride,
you should perform the quick check before
every ride. For instructions on this quick check
please visit page 8.
In this manual, a number of maintenance and repair tasks are described in detail. If you
engage in this activity you must always consider that the instructions are exclusively for the
designated Riese & Müller E-Bikes and are not transferable to other bikes.
Through a variety of design and model changes it is possible that the included instructions are
not up to date. If necessary, review the separately attached instructions.

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Note that the successful execution of the included instructions may require special tools or
technical expertise. If you are uncomfortable performing any of the listed tasks, please seek
the assistance of a professional.
If you reach a certain point where you are not sure how to proceed, please contact your local
dealer or us directly. We are happy to help!
The following are a few things that we cyclists hold very dear. Always take care in traffic as
not to endanger yourself or others. Respect the rules of the road so you don’t draw the ire of
other road users. If you tour through forests and meadows, please respect nature by cycling
only on marked or paved roadways. Observe the legal requirements for the o-road use
of bicycles. These are available from your local authorities. Never ride without a helmet and
make sure you always wear appropriate clothing.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR NEW RIESE & MÜLLER EBIKE.
This manual covers the installation and maintenance work that may be best
performed by your local dealer (page 76). Do not perform any task that you are
uncomfortable with. Many of these tasks require special knowledge and tools
and should only be performed by an expert. Never ride your bike with incomple-
te or improper maintenance. You could endanger your life or the lives of others.
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BEFORE THE FIRST RIDE
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
The following is the gross vehicle weight
rating (bike, rider and luggage):
TRAILERS/TRAILERBIKES
Riese & Müller E-bikes are only approved
for use with two wheeled trailers. The max.
towing capacity (including trailer weight) is
50 kg. 6
1Including weight of basket/child seat
2First value is valid for HS model
3Including weight of basket
4Maximum load loading area: 100 kg
5Riders weight and luggage weight
must not exceed 120 kg in total
6Bei Befestigung am Gepäckträger muß die Stützlast zum
Gepäckträger hinzugerechnet werden.
7Maximum carrier load: 20 kg
MODELL GROSS WEIGHT THEREOF
LUGGAGE RACK
THEREOF BLUELABEL
LOWRIDER RACK
Avenue hybrid II 150 kg 20 kg1––
Culture hybrid 150 kg 20 kg1––
Delite hybrid 140/150 kg220 kg1––
Delite hybrid II 140/150 kg220 kg1––
Homage hybrid 140/150 kg220 kg1––
Kendu hybrid 150 kg 20 kg1––
Load hybrid 200 kg420 kg1, 5 ––
blueLABEL cruiser hybrid 130 kg 25 kg15 kg3
blueLABEL wave hybrid 130 kg 25 kg15 kg3
blueLABEL swing hybrid 130 kg 25 kg15 kg3
blueLABEL charger hybrid 130 kg 20 kg1––
blueLABEL transporter hybrid 160 kg 50 kg1––
Single-track trailers are approved for
use on blueLABEL E-Bikes only.7
ATTENTION!
MAXIMUM RIDERS WEIGHT
The maximum riders weight for all
Riese & Müller E-bikes is 110 kg.
CARRIER, CHILD SEATS
Please note that carrier and child seat are
not allowed to be modified. The following
E-bikes can be directly fitted with a child seat
(eg Polisport Bilby): Avenue hybrid II, Culture
hybrid, Delite hybrid (all models), blueLABEL
(all models).

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INTEND USE
Use your Riese & Müller E-bike only on roads
and trails. Not liable for damages resulting
from improper use, incorrect assembly, neg-
ligence, accidents, racing, jumping or similar
activities.
CLOTHING
Wear appropriate cycling clothing including
slim fitting pants and shoes with a firm and
good sole. Make sure you and your children
never ride without a helmet!
BRAKES
Are you familiar with the braking system?
Check to make sure that the front brake lever
is on the side of the handlebar that you are
used to. If it isn’t then you can either train
with the new arrangement or have your
dealer change the arrangement to fit your
needs. More details on brakes can be found
on pages 24–30.
SHIFTING
Conduct a test ride to familiarize yourself
with the shifting system in a low-traffic area.
More details on the shifting on page 32–37.
SEATING POSITION
Is the saddle and handlebar in the right posi-
tion? Your dealer can assist you in finding the
best seating position. More details on seat-
ing position on page 10–17.
SUSPENSION
Is the suspension adjusted to suit your
needs? More information regarding suspen-
sion on page 18– 23.
1Including weight of basket/child seat
2First value is valid for HS model
3Including weight of basket
4Maximum load loading area: 100 kg
5Riders weight and luggage weight
must not exceed 120 kg in total
DANGER!
Modern brakes are much more
powerful than simple rim or
drum brakes. Make sure to first
test the braking power before
heading into traffic. Unintended
braking can lead to an accident.
Slowly squeeze the brake to
generate more braking force.
When riding with a full load, the
handling is affected and it takes
longer to stop. Be sure to make
some handling and braking test
prior to heading into traffic.

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BEFORE EVERY RIDE
Before each ride the following items must be
checked:
QUICK RELEASE/AXLE BOLTS
Are the quick releases or axle bolts properly
secured? More details can be found on
page 43–44.
SUSPENSION
Check to make sure the suspension is
functioning. Press down on the saddle to
check the rear saddle. While holding the
front brake, press down on the handlebars to
check the suspension fork. In both cases the
suspension should move up and down with
uniform resistance and without significant
noise. No components of the bicycle should
scrape or rub together.
TIRES
Are the tires in good condition? Is the air
pressure correct? More information regarding
tires can be found on page 40–44.
LIGHTING
Do the lights stay on when standing still?
More information regarding lighting can be
found on page 55.
BRAKES
Vigorously pull the brake lever. The levers
should stop just before reaching the han-
dlebar. The brake pads on rim brakes must
touch the entire rim area while not touching
the tire. More details on the brakes can be
found on page 24–30.
LOADING
Check the fixation of basket or child seat. The
luggage must be fixed securely and noth-
ing should get caught by the wheels. Please
note that your E-bike may change under
loading.
WEIGHT LIMITS
Check to ensure the gross vehicle weight
rating is not exceeded. Please see page 6.
UNUSUAL NOISES
Be aware of any unusual noises or changes
to handling characteristics which may
indicate a problem. Check the bearings and
couplings.
Do not ride your E-bike if con-
cerned about any of these points!
If in doubt please consult your
dealer. A faulty E-bike can result
in accidents!
DANGER!
DANGER!
Quick releases and fittings that
are not properly closed can result
in severe accidents!
ATTENTION!
After an accident ask your dealer
to check your E-bike for eventual
damages before riding again.