How to Extend the Life of E-Bike Battery: 5 Tips

As you know electric bikes have changed the way we commute and habits about biking. This is the same whether you are a eco-commuter, a fitness seeker or adventurer, you can use your electric bicycle until your e-bike’s battery discharges. In this blog post we will share 5 essential battery saving tips for your Aperyder and other e-bikes. 

Understanding E-Bike Batteries

E-bike batteries are the lifeblood of your electric bike, providing the power needed to assist your pedaling and tackle those challenging hills. Most e-bikes use lithium-ion batteries, known for their efficiency, longevity, and relatively low weight. However, like any battery, their performance can degrade over time if not properly maintained.

The Importance of Battery Health

You need to pay attention to store with the right method, charge safely, ride efficiently and monitor the health of your Bonobo and Gibbon’s battery properly. The most important parts are the motor and the battery, that’s why you need to consider our suggestions to maximize the health of your product.

Tip 1: Charge Smart, Charge Safe

While there's nothing tough in charging your e-bike battery, you still need to do it with care. You must never overcharge an e-bike battery, for overcharging will dramatically reduce its life expectancy. It is best to remove the plug once it hits 100%, though most chargers these days have an auto-shutoff feature. Always make sure to charge the battery at room temperature since charging can damage its health in high temperatures and affect it in the long run. Also, always use the charger provided with your e-bike. Since various batteries take different voltages and currents, only use a charger that matches the type fitted in your e-bike. Otherwise, an incompatible charger will also damage the battery and render the warranty void.

Tip 2: Store Your Battery Properly

Our second topic is storage of the e-bike’s battery. You need to consider that proper storage for your e-bike’s battery is a must, it’s one of the most important methods of maximizing its lifespan. You need to pay attention to keep the batter in a cool & dry place and away from direct sunlight. The humidity and the temperature of the room is highly important, it has to be consistent. If you are not using your e-bike, please pay attention to charge your battery between 50% to 70%. Don’t leave it empty or full, check your battery regularly for wear or damage during periods when not in use.

Tip 3: Ride Efficiently

It is the riding habits that have a big impact on the life of your e-bike battery. Make every use count by applying pedal assist levels wisely; you will drain the battery faster with high assist all the time. Save high assist for difficult lands and turn to a lower level on level or more inferior ways. You can also conserve battery power by planning your routes not to go up steep hills or rough ways and instead ride on smoother and flatter routes. Also, engage in coasting and regenerative braking as much as possible. This small top-up while you cruise could help the battery and enhance overall efficiency.

Tip 4: Regular Maintenance and Care

It's important to maintain your e-bike in order not to create secondary problems that can indirectly contribute to the decline of your battery. Keeping the right pressure in your tires is very important; underinflated tires would ensure more rolling resistance, which, again, forces the motor to work harder and consequently depletes the battery at a faster rate. Keep checking on your tires and inflate them to recommended levels. Do likewise with your chain and drive train; lubricate them occasionally to minimize excessive friction. If you have a smoothly running drivetrain, less power will be required; this keeps your battery life prolonged. Keeping your e-bike's software up to date is also important, as many manufacturers offer updates aimed at improving efficiency and better battery management.

Tip 5: Monitor Battery Health

As we mentioned above, keeping track of your e-bike’s battery health is essential in recognizing issues or potential problems that you can face with soon. Most e-bike battteries are fitted with the BMS, which manages and controls the general performance and condition of your battery. It is, therefore, important to understand your BMS and take heed of any warnings or alerts that it gives out. Check regularly your battery and its connections for swelling, corrosion, or loose wires; contact your e-bike manufacturer or a professional technician if you find something unusual. Keep an eye on the performance of your battery over time. If there is a significant fall in either range or efficiency, that would be a sign it should be recalibrated or replaced. Keeping some record of trends in the performance of your battery is a good way to pick up gradual changes and to take remedial action if needed.