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Installation Instructions - Friction Style Electric Motor
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Our motor kit can be installed on the front wheel on most all types of bikes.
On the trike, the battery mounts either in front of the rear basket or inside the basket. On the bike, the battery mounts onto the bike rack (bike rack not included, but can be ordered separately).
Note: The electronic board connection to the battery is the last wiring connection you should make.
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Motor Installation for Front Wheel Models |
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Important: Motor must be mounted on right side of bike. Locate the hole at top of the fork of the bicycle or the tricycle. Simply mount bracket over the hole, align the drive wheel of the motor to be parallel with the tire so that it makes contact with the tire but is not pushing down hard against it. Depending on the bike, some slight bending up or down on the bracket may be needed to achieve proper contact. Tighten the single screw from the rear of the fork through the hole to the bracket securely. Attach bungee cord to the fork with tie straps. Don’t pull bungee too tight. It only needs about 2 lb of pressure so the drive wheel does not slip. Bikes or trikes that have front fenders, the fender must be removed or cut just in front of where the bracket is mounted. Installation is complete.
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In bikes with hand brakes, the front brake assembly uses this hole. Remove the bolt holding the brake assembly and slide the assembly forward. Place the mounting bracket in front of the fork, but behind the brake assembly. Making sure the drive wheel & tire are properly aligned (as described above). Insert and tighten the bracket and brake assembly using the new longer bolt supplied with the motor unit Installation is complete.
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Rear Wheel Motor Kit Installation
Our motor kit can also be installed on the rear wheel of most all types of bikes. Mounting the motor assembly on the rear wheel eliminates the "front-wheel drive feel", and is a much quieter because the small amount of motor noise is behind you, rather than ahead of you.
 
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Installation of Bike Battery  |
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Do not connect battery wires from the electronic board to the battery yet. The battery connection is the last wiring connection you should make. If for any reason you have to go into the battery bag to check anything make sure you disconnect the black ground battery connections first. When all connections are made to the electronic board, then you can put the black battery wire in place.
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Place battery on bike rack. Battery is secured to bike rack by pulling straps underneath the rack and clasping the buckle. Then pull on the strap to tighten. For extra security you can purchase 1 or 2 small bungee cords with hooks on both ends and attach bungee cords in the same direction as the strap, if needed.
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Installation for Trike Battery |
| The battery can be mounted in or in front of rear basket. Battery is secured to rear basket by pulling straps through openings in basket and clasping buckle and tightening strap |
Motor Installation for Rear Wheel Models  |
| The motor mounts on the left rear wheel as per photo. Locate the area behind the rear upright support tube (holds the seat), and the two rear axle support tubes (goes from rear axle to top of rear upright support tube). Remove the rear of motor mounting bracket and place the unit so the motor rest in the gap between the rear axle support tubes and the rear upright support bar. Place rear of mounting bracket on opposite side of support bar, so the front and rear of bracket halves grab the supporting bar. Make sure to align the drive wheel of the motor to be parallel with the tire so that it makes contact with the tire but is not pushing down hard against it. Tighten securely using the two mounting bolts. Installation is complete. |
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Trigger Assembly Installation  |
| Location will be determined on type of bike or trike installation being done. Trikes and ALL bikes with hand brakes must install the trigger on the left handlebar to avoid interference with using the front brake as the front hand brake is always first used. Interference in proper application of the brake could result in serious injury or safety hazard. Location of the trigger on Cruiser types can be on either side. Find the place on the proper side of the handlebar that feels comfortable to reach and allows good hand placement around the handle grips, while not interfering with hand brake operation. Attach the trigger using plastic tie wires. Closely trim plastic tie wires removing any sharp edges after cutting. |
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Use additional plastic tie wires to hold the wiring close to the handlebar and frame of the bike or trike but loosely enough not to interfere with free movement of handlebar when turning the bike or trike. Start the attachment from behind the trigger and back to the battery pack. Should you find any extra lengths from the trigger wire simply coil it up & secure it with a plastic tie wire. It will safely tuck away inside the battery bag.
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NOTE: The electronic to the battery connection is the last wiring connection you should make.
REMEMBER, WHEN BEGINNING TO RIDE, YOU MUST PEDAL FIRST AND THEN APPLY THE TRIGGER SWITCH FOR THE MOTOR TO ACTIVATE.
NOTE: The electric motor system can be used with knobby tires, however, the motor contact with the knobs on the tire creates noise. For quiet operation, it is recommended to use a street-type tire.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, ALWAYS WEAR A BIKE HELMET.
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Note: All prices in US Dollars
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