Undoubtedly, the heart of any e-bike is its battery. One factor that caused the revolution in cars and phones is the transformation and up-gradation of battery over the period. Similarly, the up-gradation of battery made e-bikes mainstream in the consumer’s market. The developmental technology in lithium-ion battery improved its life span and energy density.

It is the core factor that made it great for usage as it carries the capacity to hold a lot of energy and can last longer if handled with care. By the year 2018, when companies like Yamaha, Bosch and Shimano developed drive systems, then more and more e-bike gets into the consumer market. So, here is an ultimate guide on how to take care of your e-bike battery so that it may last longer.

Try to keep your battery charged

Lithium-ion battery starts dying instantly after they are made; their lifespan starts immediately after production. So, one should be mindful of the charge cycle. You should always charge your battery, even the ride is short or a few miles. If you will completely discharge it, the battery’s ability to hold the charge and the capacity will also diminish. So, try to recharge as soon as possible. One bonus tip is to charge it around 80-85 percent rather than charging it to100 percent. (Complete charging may stress the battery) and decrease its life span.

Try to store the battery at room temperature

If you want to know how to take care of your e-bike battery then one thing you must remember is that you should always try to keep your battery at room temperature. Ideally, the place free from moisture will put less stress on cells. Do not store the battery in extreme conditions or temperatures rather than the temperature should be between 45-85 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature ranging between these makes batteries more secure and cooler.

Shift to Eco mode rather than Boost mode

Ride your bike with care as its rough handling may cause harmful effects on your battery. Aggressive mode or boost mode may put stress on your battery by decreasing its life span. Make sure to keep an eye on the thermometer so that your battery will not fry at a hot temperature. Additionally, this will save the BMS from damage.

Make sure to keep the battery dry and clean

To take good care of your e-bike battery, you must clean the contacts of the battery and make sure that they are dry; otherwise, corrosion can happen due to wetness. Oxidation is another factor that can happen. Therefore, make sure your battery is dry and clean. A bonus tip is that you can use emery cloth in case of corrosion.

Maximize your battery life

If you want to maximize the battery’s life and make your battery last longer. These factors can surely help you to run your battery for a long period.

High temperature can be bad for your battery. Temperature above 40 degrees or 105 Fahrenheit can be damaging for lithium-ion cells.
Don’t charge fully and then leave it unused. It will be damaging for lithium-ion cells
Try to keep tires inflated so that pressure is maintained. It can increase battery life by up to 15 percent.
Use a battery cover to protect it from harsh conditions.

Try to avoid opening the battery by yourself

Opening battery all by you without proper care can be harmful as lithium powder present in the battery can be harmful and can cause explosion when contact with oxygen. If you find any problem and want to repair it, you better consult an expert.

Have an extra one

If your usage is enough and you want to ensure that you have the backup you must have another battery (fully charged). This will not only put less pressure on your actual battery but the life span of both batteries will be increased by alternative usage.

Caution

If batteries are kept unused for a long period, they start losing their capacity. Try to charge them every 5-10 weeks.
Shifting batteries from cold to hot temperature may damage the battery and reduces its life span.
If you have flattened your e-bike battery, try to charge it as soon as possible.
An unmaintained bike with rubbing brakes or lazy gears may also affect the performance of the battery.
Don’t leave your battery in your electric bike; it can affect the security and condition of the battery.
Don’t experiment with other chargers. Try to charge it from the real one only.