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Contents

Contents ................................................................ 1           Problems while using the eMTB ........................ 13                                Checking the bolts .................................................. 24
Introduction .......................................................... 3             Categories of use ............................................... 14                     Riding on public roads............................................ 24
 Requirements for riders........................................... 3                 Using the eMTB ...................................................... 14                What to check after a crash ............................ 26
Safety .....................................................................      5           Shimano Steps EP8 operating system .......... 15                                Wheels and tyres..................................................... 26
Safety information in the instruction manual...                                   5           Description of the functions................................ 15                 Handlebars and stem............................................. 26
Symbols on the product ..........................................                 5           On/off button (1).................................................... 15        Frame .......................................................................... 27
Current regulations ...................................................           6           Display button (2)................................................... 15        Drive train .................................................................. 27
Type plate ....................................................................   6           Support switch (X/Y)............................................. 16            Other checks............................................................. 27
General information............................................. 7 Settings menu.......................................................... 16                                 Brake system...................................................... 29
Version of the product and edition of the manual Pushing aid mode ................................................... 16                                                      Checking the brake system ................................. 29
 ...........................................................................................7 Technical data..................................................... 17          Bedding in the brakes ............................................ 29
Manufacturer: ............................................................. 7 Porsche eBike Cross .............................................. 17                           Grip width .................................................................. 29
Online Registration.................................................... 7 Porsche eBike Sport............................................... 18                               Brake chafing............................................................ 30
Copyright...................................................................... 7 First use and before every ride ........................ 19                                 Drive system....................................................... 32
Language...................................................................... 7 Connecting the charger cable............................. 19                                 Electric drive ............................................................. 32
Target group / users ................................................ 7 Charging the drive battery ................................... 19                                     Motor........................................................................... 32
Product and type designation................................ 7 Drive battery in the down tube........................... 20                                                   Mechanical drive ..................................................... 32
Power ............................................................................ 8 Front axle and seat post ....................................... 20                      Cranks ......................................................................... 33
Pushing aid mode...................................................... 8 Wheels and tyres .................................................... 21                             Chain ........................................................................... 33
Emergency stop ................................................... 8                  Brake system............................................................           22   Changing gear .......................................................... 36
Detailed information ........................................... 9                    Pedals .........................................................................   22   Adjusting the gear system.................................... 36
Important information ...................................... 10                       Handlebars, stem and suspension fork............                                   23   Drive battery....................................................... 39
                                                                                      Saddle height and position ..................................                      23   Drive battery ............................................................ 39
Proper use of the eMTB .................................... 12
Safety information ................................................. 12               Switching the drive system on and off ............                                 23   Charging the drive battery.................................... 41

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Removing the drive battery................................. 42                        Rear wheel.................................................................         59   6. service.................................................................... 70
 Installing the drive battery................................... 43                    Tyres............................................................................   60   7. service.................................................................... 71
 Storing the eMTB ................................................... 46               Checking the tyres..................................................                60   8. service.................................................................... 71
Handlebars, stem and headset ........................ 47                               Checking the spokes..............................................                   60   9. service.................................................................... 71
Adjusting the handlebars ..................................... 47                      Checking that the rims run true.........................                            61   Recommended tightening torques.................... 72
Headset ..................................................................... 47      Transporting the PORSCHE eBike ................. 62                                       List of tables ....................................................... 72
Stem ........................................................................... 48   Transporting the eBike by car............................. 62                             EU Declaration of Conformity ......................... 73
Adjusting the saddle .............................................. 48                Transporting the eBike by air.............................. 63
                                                                                                                                                                                List of figures...................................................... 74
Adjusting the AERO seat post ............................ 49                          Troubleshooting ................................................ 64
Adjusting the Dropper seat post........................ 50                            Warranty, wear and brake pads......................                                  65
Lowering the saddle .............................................. 50                 Wear parts excluded from the warranty .........                                      65
Suspension - suspension fork ......................... 51                             Normal wear and tear............................................                     65
Adjusting the suspension fork ............................ 51                         Brake pads.................................................................          66
Compression damping .......................................... 52                     Warranty, wear and brake pads...................... 66
Rebound damping .................................................. 52                 Cleaning ..................................................................... 67
Running gear - rear triangle ............................. 53                         Cleaning, packaging and disposal.................. 67
Adjusting the rear shock ...................................... 53                    Recycling and disposal .......................................... 68
Compression damping .......................................... 54                     Packaging material................................................. 68
Rebound damping .................................................. 54                 Service record ....................................................                  69
Testing the fork and shock settings................. 55                               1. service ...................................................................       69
Wheels and tyres................................................ 56                   2. service ...................................................................       69
Checks before every ride...................................... 56                     3. service ...................................................................       69
Quick test.................................................................. 57       4. service ...................................................................       70
Front wheel............................................................... 57         5. service ...................................................................       70

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Introduction

Dear customer,                                   Therefore, you should have maintenance and        should check the regulations that apply in
Thank you for buying this PORSCHE eBike. repairs carried out by the Porsche Centre or
                                                                                                   your country and ensure that your eBike
                                                 ROTWILD authorised dealer that supplied           meets the necessary requirements. You
You have chosen a high-quality product.
                                                 your bike. You will find the contact details      should also follow the road traffic regulations
This instruction manual contains information and company stamp of the Porsche centre or            and behave considerately to avoid putting
about the safe use and maintenance of your authorised dealer on the back page of this              yourself and other road users in danger.
PORSCHE eBike. Please read the instruction original instruction manual.
                                                                                                   The standard equipment required on bicycles
manual carefully before you go for your first
                                                 If you are not able to contact the Porsche        in other countries may differ from that in
ride,
                                                 centre or dealer, you will find a list of other   Germany. In particular, the road traffic
so that you can find out about the risks         ROTWILD authorised dealers on our website         regulations may be different.
associated with the incorrect use of your        at www.rotwild.de.
eBike.
                                                 ROTWILD is constantly developing and
In this instruction manual it is not possible to improving its cycles and reserves the right to    Before you use your bike, find out about the
describe in detail all the maintenance that      make changes to the design, equipment and         regulations that apply to cyclists and bikes
your PORSCHE eBike needs. Therefore, you technology. For this reason, you cannot make              on the roads in your country.
should also refer to the enclosed instructions any legal claims on the basis of the                When you use your PORSCHE eBike off road,
provided by our component manufacturers information, illustrations and descriptions in             you must comply with the law in your
and visit their websites.                        this instruction manual.                          country. We would also ask you to respect
It is important that you care for and maintain The PORSCHE eBike is supplied almost                nature and the environment.
your PORSCHE eBike correctly. This will help completely pre-assembled. Nevertheless we             We at PORSCHE hope that you enjoy riding
to ensure that it runs without problems and recommend that you check the bike’s                    your new PORSCHE eBike.
performs at its best. This manual cannot         functions before riding it. Always wear
teach you the skills you need to be a bike       suitable safety clothing, including a helmet,     Requirements for riders
mechanic. In addition, special tools are         gloves and glasses.
needed for some jobs.                                                                              Please follow the national regulations in your
                                                 Before you ride the bike on public roads, you     country.
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Where no other legal requirements apply to      Keep this manual in a safe place so that you
riders of electrically assisted bikes, we       can carry out the function checks correctly at
recommend that the rider should be a            any time. Parents should explain the
minimum of 15 years old and have                contents of the manual to their children if
experience of riding pedal-powered bikes.       they do not understand it.
In addition, the rider must have the physical
and mental capability to ride a pedal-
powered eBike.                                Your Porsche Centre or ROTWILD authorised
                                              dealer will help you to choose the right frame
You should only use your PORSCHE eBike for size for your height. The PORSCHE eBike
its intended purpose (see the section “Proper comes in different frame sizes. for people of
use of the eBike”). This will ensure that the the following heights:
PORSCHE eBike is always ridden in
accordance with the intended category of      Frame size:
use.                                          [S] Height: 1.56 - 1.70 m
If the PORSCHE eBike is not used properly,      [M] Height: 1.68 - 1.82 m
this will invalidate the warranty.
                                                [L] Height: 1.80 - 1.94 m
Make sure that you understand the technical
terms that are explained in this instruction
manual on the page where there is an
overview of your PORSCHE eBike.
Please note that this instruction manual does
not describe how to build a PORSCHE eBike
from parts or how to turn a partially
assembled eBike into a roadworthy bike.

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Safety

Safety information in the instruc-                                                               Symbols on the product
tion manual                                                                                      Symbol   Meaning
                                               Damage to property possible.
The following types of safety instructions are If you do not follow the safety instructions in            General warning. Refer to the
provided in this instruction manual:           the “Note” category, you could cause                       owner’s manual.
                                               damage to the PORSCHE eBike.                               Separate disposal of electrical and
                                                                                                          electronic equipment and batteries.
Serious injuries or death.
If you do not follow the safety instructions in Additional information, tips and notes come               Do not burn.
the “Danger” category, you will suffer serious under the heading “Information”. Please read               (Do not burn). Do not open battery.
injuries or death.                              and follow them carefully.                                Device in protection class II. Read
                                                                                                          instructions.
                                                                                                          Keep at temperatures below 50°C
Serious injuries or death possible.                                                                       and out of direct sunlight.
If you do not follow the safety instructions in                                                           Recyclable material.
the “Warning” category, you could risk
                                                                                                          Device in protection class II.
serious injuries or death.
                                                                                                          Fuse (device fuse).

Moderate or minor injuries possible.                                                                      Only for indoor use.
If you do not follow the safety instructions in
the “Caution” category, you could suffer
moderate or minor injuries.

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Current regulations                                                                          Type plate
The PORSCHE eBike models described in                                                      Figure 1:Sample type plate for PORSCHE elec-
                                                Your ROTWILD authorised dealer will have a tric power assisted cycles (EPACs)
this instruction manual are electrically
                                                list of approved accessories.
assisted (EPAC). They meet the
requirements of the EN 15194 standard,          Before you fit accessories to your PORSCHE
among others.                                   eBike, please check with your dealer that
                                                they are permitted and approved for road
This instruction manual complies with the
                                                use.
standards listed in the EU declaration of
conformity
that can be found at the end of the
instruction manual.
You should use only original spare parts and
accessories on your eBike. PORSCHE cannot
be held liable for any damage caused if other
spare parts and accessories are used.

                                                                                             You will find the latest version of the
                                                                                             instruction manual for your PORSCHE eBike
                                                                                             at:
                                                                                             www.porsche.com/porschebikes

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General information

Version of the product and edition             can request an extended manufacturer’s              for the rider and operator of the PORSCHE
of the manual                                  warranty.                                           eBike described here.
This original instruction manual relates to the You will find more information in the              The operator generally has the right of
2021 model year, which runs from August ROTWILD warranty terms at                                  disposal over the PORSCHE eBike and makes
2020 to August 2021.                            www.rotwild.de.                                    it available for the rider to use and for the
                                                                                                   specialist dealer to maintain and repair. If the
The manual was published in August 2020.
                                               Copyright                                           eMTB is being test ridden, hired out or
                                               © ADP ENGINEERING GMBH, 2020                        loaned, for example, the operator and the
Manufacturer                                                                                       rider may be different people.
The manufacturer of the eBikes is:             This original instruction manual must not be
                                               reproduced or distributed and its content           ROTWILD authorised dealers have trained
ADP ENGINEERING GMBH                                                                               staff who are able to identify and prevent the
                                               must not be used or communicated, unless
Am Bauhof 5                                    specific permission has been given. If you          risks that can occur when maintaining and
                                               breach these regulations, you will be liable        repairing the PORSCHE eBike.
64807 Dieburg, Germany
                                               for damages. All rights reserved in the event
Tel.: +49 6071 921 55 0                        of the registration of a patent, utility model or   Product and type designation
Fax: +49 6071 921 55 - 25                      industrial design.                                  This original instruction manual applies to
                                                                                                   the following PORSCHE eBikes:
E-mail: info@rotwild.de
                                               Language                                            Porsche eBike Cross / Porsche eBike Sport
Website: www.rotwild.de                        The original instruction manual is written in
                                               German. Other language versions are
Online Registration                            translations and are not valid without the          The eBike does not have a separate
Please register your PORSCHE eBike online      German original instruction manual.                 emergency stop or shut-off button.
at www.rotwild.de. We will confirm
immediately that your warranty has started. Target group / users                                   The bike can be shut down by removing the
Once you have registered your product, you This original instruction manual is intended            battery or taking the connector out of the

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Emergency stop

drive system.                                                                                   Figure 3:ON/OFF switch

Power                                            The drive system does not switch off when
                                                 you apply the brakes, which means that it is
The power is switched off as soon as the
                                                 always available.
rider stops pedalling. The eBike can be
stopped mechanically using the brakes. The Figure 2:Applying the brakes / pulling away
brake system is not connected to the drive
system.

When support mode is switched on, the drive
system responds to the smallest pressure on
the pedals.                                                                                     The eBike must be switched off as soon as
                                                                                                the rider is no longer able to apply the brakes.
When you get off the bike, you should apply
the brakes to prevent it from rolling away and
to reduce the risk of an accident.             The eBike must only be switched on if the
                                               rider is ready to apply the brakes, in other
Pushing aid mode                               words, if he or she can reach at least one of
When the pushing aid mode is switched on, the brakes.
the drive train will disconnect as soon as you
release the walk-assist button.

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Detailed information

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Important information

The frame of the PORSCHE eBike is made by
hand from high-quality carbon fibre
composite and is designed to be robust          Specific information about carbon. Please    If the fibres have broken, take care when
enough for the intended category of use of      note that carbon and aluminium behave in a   handling the material. The fine carbon fibres
the eBike (see the section “Proper use of the   fundamentally different way when damaged.    can cause injuries.
eBike”).                                        Unlike aluminium, when carbon is             Components made from carbon must never
                                                overstressed it does not become dented or    be straightened after they have been
                                                deformed.                                    damaged. They must be replaced
Damage to the frame caused by excessive The effects of damage to carbon are                  immediately. Paint damage must be repaired
stresses, accidents or crashes.             generally internal and invisible (cracks). After to prevent the material from absorbing
A damaged frame can suddenly fail and       a crash, the frame and front wheel fork must moisture, which could have a negative
cause a crash. If your PORSCHE eBike is     be checked by a dealer and replaced if the       impact on its properties. Please note that
damaged or if you have had an accident or a carbon structure has been damaged. Carbon carbon fibre is highly sensitive to pressure
crash, contact your ROTWILD authorised      components can suddenly fail as a result of when clamped (for example the saddle and
dealer.                                     damage.                                          dérailleur clamps).
The PORSCHE eBike has a modern,
lightweight design and its components have
a limited life span. Different materials and
components react in different ways to wear
and fatigue caused by stress. If a component
exceeds its design service life, it can
suddenly fail. This may result in the rider
being injured.

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Always use a torque wrench and note the       Material fatigue in carbon components.          If you notice any signs of material fatigue
recommended tightening torques (see the       Carbon components that are exposed to high      while you are using the bike, you must stop
section “Recommended tightening torques”). levels of stress, such as handlebars, stems        using it immediately and ask your ROTWILD
                                              and seat posts, can suffer from material        authorised dealer to check it.
Keep the contact surfaces of the carbon free
                                              fatigue in the same way as metal parts.
of grease. Use special carbon assembly
paste (available from bike dealers). Never    Have your bike serviced regularly at the
clamp a carbon frame in a stand (when         recommended intervals so that these
maintaining the bike) or in a roof rack. Only components can be checked.
use the seat post for this purpose, providing
that it is not made from carbon fibre.
Make sure that carbon components do not Using damaged carbon components. If
get too hot, for example if exposed to        carbon frames, carbon forks or other carbon
sunlight in a car.                            components make cracking noises or if you
                                              can see cracks, nicks or dents, you must stop
We recommend that you do not paint or         using them. Damaged carbon components
powder coat your frame or front wheel fork. can suddenly fail and cause a crash.
These processes can involve high
temperatures which could damage or            The damaged carbon components must be
destroy the components.                       replaced immediately.
If you have had the frame or fork partially   Your ROTWILD dealer will clean the eBike
repainted, you must ask your ROTWILD          thoroughly and check it for signs of material
authorised dealer to check them.              fatigue.

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Proper use of the eMTB

Using the eMTB properly includes following     Safety information                              such as braking.
the instructions on operating, maintaining   If you do not follow the safety instructions in
and servicing the bike in this instruction   this instruction manual, you run the risk of
manual. The instruction manual has been      the eBike breaking down. PORSCHE will not Overloading the eBike. Overloading the
written specifically for your PORSCHE eBike, be liable for the resulting damage.             eBike can cause safety-related components
but cannot describe your PORSCHE eBike                                                       to break or fail (for example the frame, front
down to the smallest detail.                                                                 wheel fork, handlebars, stem, seat post etc.).
The PORSCHE eBike is an electric mountain                                                    Do not exceed the total permitted weight
bike. The models described in this manual    The total permitted weight of the PORSCHE under any circumstances. Never take a
are designed for private use on paved roads eBike, including the rider and any luggage, is second person on the bike.
and paths and for off-road riding in         120 kg and is shown on the type plate of the
                                             eBike.                                          You must not use the eBike if it is damaged
accordance with the specified category of                                                    or incomplete, for example if the drive
use. They are intended to transport one                                                      battery has been removed.
person. See the section "Categories of use".
                                             Using child seats and child trailers.
                                             PORSCHE eBikes are not approved for child
                                             seats or for towing child trailers. Do not use
                                             child seats or child trailers.
                                               Your ROTWILD authorised dealer will have a
                                               list of approved accessories.

                                               If the drive system is switched on, bags or
                                               loads can activate the pushing aid mode.
                                               They can also interfere with other functions,

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luggage, riding with your hands off the
                                                handlebars, riding on unsuitable surfaces (ice
Uncontrolled riding.                            or snow) and incorrect maintenance or          Please follow the instructions for use and
By failing to fasten loads properly and riding repairs.                                        assembly provided by the component
carelessly you can put yourself and other                                                      manufacturers which are included with your
road users at risk. You can lose control of the You must not hang shopping bags or similar eBike, together with the instruction manual
eBike. Do not transport bags or other loads loads on the handlebars.                           for use on the component manufacturers’
on the handlebars. Do not ride with your                                                       websites.
hands off the handlebars. Only ride on          Problems while using the eMTB
                                                                                               Your Porsche Centre or ROTWILD authorised
suitable surfaces that have sufficient grip.    If you notice unusual noises, vibrations,
                                                                                               dealer will be happy to answer any further
                                                smells, discolouration, deformed
                                                                                               questions you may have.
                                                components, friction or wear while riding or
Kickstands / centre stands.                     maintaining the eBike or while charging the
The PORSCHE models with the type                drive battery, you must stop using it and take
designation specified on the cover can only it to your ROTWILD authorised dealer. The
be fitted with the side stand that is supplied same applies if the bike feels different, for
with them.                                      example during braking, pedalling or
                                                steering.

Using the eMTB in any other way does not
constitute proper use. ROTWILD will not
accept liability if the eMTB is not used
properly. This will also invalidate the
warranty. This includes lending the eBike to
a rider who is not familiar with it, transporting
more than one person, riding with excessive

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Categories of use

The various PORSCHE models are suitable/          Category 3                                   Using the eMTB
designed for different categories of use:
                                                  Porsche eBike Cross
Category 1
                                                  This is a set of conditions for the          Only use the PORSCHE eBike in the manner
This is a set of conditions for the               operation of a bicycle that                  described in this instruction manual. Any
operation of a bicycle on a                       includes Condition 1 and                     other type of use constitutes improper use
regular paved surface where the                   Condition 2 as well as rough trails, rough   and can lead to accidents, injuries or damage
tires are intended to maintain                    unpaved roads, and rough terrain and         to property. The PORSCHE eBike is not a toy.
ground contact.                                   unimproved trails that require technical
                                                  skills. Jumps and drops are intended to be
Category 2
                                                  less than 61 cm (24 in.). A good riding
Porsche eBike Sport                               technique is needed. Jumps and drops are     The manufacturer and the dealer accept no
This is a set of conditions for the               restricted to a maximum height of 61 cm.     liability for damage caused by improper or
operation of a bicycle that                                                                    incorrect use.
                                                  Category 4
includes Condition 1 as well as
                                                  This is a set of conditions for the
unpaved and gravel roads and trails with
                                                  operation of a bicycle that
moderate grades. In this set of conditions,
                                                  includes Conditions 1 to 3 and
contact with irregular terrain and loss of tire
                                                  riding downhill on rough trails at
contact with the ground may occur. Drops
                                                  a speed of up to 40 km/h. Jumps and drops
are intended to be limited to 15 cm (6 in.) or
                                                  are restricted to a maximum height of 122
less. The tyres may briefly lose contact with
                                                  cm.
the ground. Jumps and drops are restricted
to a maximum height of 15 cm.

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Shimano Steps EP8 operating system

                                                On/off button (1)                              Figure 5:On/off button (1) and display button (2)
                                                Using the on/off button (1)on the top tube,
The support switch of the Shimano Steps
                                                you can switch the PORSCHE eBike on and
EP8 operating system is on the left of the
                                                off. If you do not use the PORSCHE eBike for
handlebars when you are sitting on the bike.
                                                around 10 minutes, the system switches off
The display is on the right of the handlebars
                                                automatically to save energy.
when you are sitting on the bike.

Description of the functions                    Display button (2)
                                              By pressing the display button (2) while you
The operating system has two buttons and a
                                              are riding, you can change the ride data
support switch. The functions are as follows:
                                              shown on the display.
                                                When the eBike is stationary, pressing the
                                                display button (2) allows you to access the
                                                settings menu and select items from the
                                                menu.

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Support switch (X/Y)                            Settings menu
You use the support switch (X/Y) to select      On the settings menu you can choose
                                                                                                  Using pushing aid mode.
the level of support you want while you are     different options. Using the (Light) menu
                                                                                                  You must steer the eBike using both hands in
riding. If you press the top button (X), you    item, you can switch the lights on and off, if
                                                                                                  pushing aid mode.
increase the level of support. To reduce the    your bike has this option. The (Unit) menu
level of support, you press the bottom button   item allows you to switch between metric          Please note that because of the design of the
(Y).                                            and imperial measurements.                        bike, the pedals may turn, so you should
                                                                                                  leave enough space for them to move. The
You use the support switch (X/Y) to move        You cannot access the settings menu while
                                                                                                  power and speed of pushing aid mode can be
the cursor in the settings menu.                you are riding.
                                                                                                  adjusted by selecting a different gear.
Figure 6:Support switch (X/Y)
                                                Pushing aid mode
                                                You switch on pushing aid mode by pressing
                                                and holding the bottom button in the support
                                                switch (Y) for around 2 seconds. The level of
                                                support shown in the display changes to
                                                (WALK). Pushing aid mode only continues
                                                working while you hold down the bottom
                                                button in the support switch (Y). As soon as
                                                you release the bottom button in the support
                                                switch (Y), pushing aid mode stops. To end
                                                pushing aid mode, you press the top button
                                                in the support switch (X). The level of support
                                                in the display changes from (WALK) to the
                                                support mode you had selected before
                                                switching to pushing aid mode.

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Technical data

Porsche eBike Cross
SUSPENSION ELEMENT   FOX FLOAT 3-POS DPS EVOL PERFORMANCE 200x50
HEADSET              ACROS RW750 1.5 HEADSET W/ BLOCK LOCK
FORK                 MAGURA BOLTRON 100 MM 20x110
HANDLEBARS (S/M/L)   B280 AL7075 (35-740)
STEM (S/M/L)         S240 AL6061 / ML READY (50)
DISPLAY              SHIMANO SC-EM800
SEAT POST            CRANKBROTHERS HIGHLINE
                     30.9x150(S)/170(M/L) TRAVEL
SADDLE               ERGON SM COMP
HANDLEBAR GRIPS      ERGON GA20
DRIVE TRAIN          SHIMANO DU-EP800
BATTERY              SHIMANO BT-E8035-L 504WH (E8035 504WH (S))
CRANK                SHIMANO FC-E8150 (160(S)/165(M/L))
CHAIN GUIDE          E13 TRS
SHIFTING LEVER       SHIMANO XT I-SPEC EV
REAR DERAILLEUR      SHIMANO XT 8100 SGS STANDARD PLUS
CHAIN                SHIMANO HG 7100 12-SPEED
CASSETTE             SHIMANO CS 8100 10-51T. 12-SPEED
BRAKES               MAGURA MT TRAIL HC1 / SHIFTMIX
DISC ROTOR           MAGURA MDR-P SENSOR 203/180
WHEELS               CRANKBROTHERS IODINE 2 110-20/148-12TAS 6-BOLT
TYRE (S/M/L)         CONTINENTAL CROSS KING (27.5x2.20 (S)/29x2.20(M/L))
COLOUR               VOLCANO GRAY
TOTAL PERMITTED      ASTM3 - 120 KG
WEIGHT

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Porsche eBike Sport
SUSPENSION ELEMENT     FOX FLOAT 3-POS DPS EVOL PERFORMANCE 200x50
HEADSET                ACROS RW750 1.5 HEADSET W/ BLOCK LOCK
FORK                   MAGURA BOLTRON 100 MM 20x110
HANDLEBARS (S/M/L)     MCI FLATBAR (740)
STEM (S/M/L)           PORSCHE CUSTOM STEM (60)
DISPLAY                SHIMANO SC-EM800
SEAT POST              PORSCHE AERO SEATPOST W/ REAR LIGHT
SADDLE                 ERGON SM E-MOUNTAIN SPORT
HANDLEBAR GRIPS        ERGON GA20
DRIVE TRAIN            SHIMANO DU-EP800
BATTERY                SHIMANO BT-E8036 630 WH (E8035 504WH (S))
CRANK                  SHIMANO FC-EM900 (160(S)/165(M/L))
CHAIN GUIDE            E13 TRS
SHIFTING LEVER         SHIMANO SW-E7000-R Di2
REAR DERAILLEUR        SHIMANO XT RD-M8050 11-SPEED Di2
CHAIN                  SHIMANO XT CN-HG700-11
CASSETTE               SHIMANO XT CS-M8000-11 11-46T
BRAKES                 Magura MCI
DISC ROTOR             MAGURA MDR-P SENSOR 203/180
WHEEL (S/M/L)          CRANKBROTHERS IODINE 2 110-20/148-12TAS 6-BOLT
TYRE (S/M/L)           CONTINENTAL SPEED KING (27.5x2.20 (S)/29x2.20(M/L))
LIGHTS                 SUPERNOVA M99 MINI PRO HIGH BEAM
                       SUPERNOVA M99 TL2 LED TAIL LIGHT
COLOUR                 CARRARA WHITE
TOTAL PERMITTED WEIGHT ASTM3 - 120 KG

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First use and before every ride

Please note that you must only use the eBike                                                Connecting the charger cable
as described in the section “Proper use of the                                              Figure 7: Charger cable connector and drive
eBike”. Find out about the intended use and The drive train starts unexpectedly.            battery
maximum weight of your eBike in this           In order to prevent the drive train from
important section.                             starting unexpectedly the first time you use
                                               the bike or during assembly work, the drive
During the assembly and final inspection       battery must be removed from the down
processes for eBikes, we carry out several     tube.
checks to ensure that they function properly.
However, the functioning of your eBike may The system must be completely switched off
have been affected during transport and it is when you first use the bike and during care,
possible that an unauthorised third party has maintenance and repairs to ensure that an
worked on your eBike.                          accident does not occur.

                                                                                              Figure 8: The charging process starts
                                                                                              automatically.
The Porsche Centre or ROTWILD authorised
dealer that supplies the eBike will inform the                                                Charging the drive battery
rider or the operator about its functions at
                                                                                              Before using the bike for the first time,
the latest during the handover process. The
                                                                                              charge the drive battery fully. Always use the
dealer will explain in particular about the
                                                                                              charger that is supplied with the eMTB.
electrical system and the correct use of the
                                                                                              Charge the drive battery in a dry place and at
charger.
                                                                                              the temperature specified in the instruction
You must check over your eBike before every                                                   manual (0-40°C). (You can find the
ride.                                                                                         information you need in the section “Drive
                                                                                              battery”).

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First use and before every ride

Drive battery in the down tube                                                                     Figure 10: .Checking the clamping screws on the
                                                                                                   front wheel.
The drive battery is in the down tube of the
                                                The drive battery must only be charged
eBike. It has an integrated electronic
                                                using the charger supplied with the eMTB.
protection system that is designed for use
                                                If you use another charger, you could cause a
with the charger supplied with the eMTB.
                                                fire or an explosion.
You insert the plug on the charger cable into
the drive battery charging socket on the
underside of the top tube. A mechanical         Front axle and seat post
coding system prevents the charger from         Please check the bolts on the front axle and
being connected incorrectly.                    the seat post. The wheels must not turn
                                                when you do this.
                                                Figure 9: Checking the safety cover on the front   Figure 11: Checking the clamping screws on the
                                                wheel                                              seat post.

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Figure 12: Checking the wedge bolt on the seat    Wheels and tyres                              You should never let the tyre pressure
post.
                                                  Please check that the wheels and tyres are in exceed the maximum limit or fall below the
                                                  good condition.                               minimum limit.
                                                                                               You will find the tyre pressure table in the
                                                                                               section “List of tables”.
                                                  Worn tyres increase the risk of a crash.
                                                  Tyres with worn tread have less grip. You
                                                  should ask your dealer to check the tread on Make sure that both wheels turn freely and
                                                  your tyres regularly.                        that they run true.
                                             Check the tyre pressure with your thumb or
                                             better still with a pressure gauge. If the
Check the tightening torques of the bolts on eMTB is not used for a long time or is
the through axle and the seat post (see      transported over a long distance, the tyre
"Recommended tightening torques").           pressure can drop.
                                                  Figure 13: Checking the tyre pressure.

Loose components.
If the bolts are not fastened correctly, parts
can come loose and cause a crash. Check the
bolts to ensure that they are tight and tighten
them if necessary.
Make sure that the wheels and the saddle are
properly fitted.

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First use and before every ride

Brake system                                                                                        Pedals
Please check the brake system the first time      Sudden braking.                                   PORSCHE eBikes are supplied from the
you use the bike. First of all, check the brake   If you apply the front brake suddenly, this can   factory with pedals.
levers. In countries which drive on the right,    cause a crash. Make sure that you are             The pedal manufacturer’s instructions will
the left-hand brake lever operates the front      familiar with the arrangement of the brake        include information about fitting them.
brake and the right-hand lever operates the       levers and the effect of the brakes.
rear brake.
                                               Because hydraulic disc brakes are highly
In countries that drive on the left, the left- effective, you should try out your brakes on a       Using click pedals.
hand brake lever operates the rear brake and level road surface with good grip and away             Lack of practice or an over-tight release
the right-hand lever operates the front brake. from traffic. Please read the section “Brake         mechanism can cause a crash. Read the
Figure 14: Front wheel and rear brake levers.  system” carefully.                                   instructions that come with the pedals
                                                                                                    carefully. Adjust the release mechanism of
                                                                                                    the pedals as described in the instructions.
                                                  Poor braking or brake failure.
                                                  Faulty or failed brake systems can lead to
                                                  serious accidents. Check the functioning of    You can find more information on the pedal
                                                  the brakes before every ride.                  manufacturer’s website. Before your first
                                                  If you can pull the brake levers right back to ride, make sure that you are familiar with the
                                                  the handlebar grips, you will not be able to   functioning of the pedals while the bike is
                                                  brake in good time. This could cause a crash stationary.
                                                  or an accident. Before every ride, check that
                                                  the brakes are functioning perfectly.

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Handlebars, stem and suspension                                                                   Switching the drive system on and
fork                                                                                              off
                                             An incorrectly adjusted suspension fork
You can adjust the handlebars, stem and      can lead to a crash.                                 Use the on/off button to switch the system
suspension fork to suit your requirements.   Make sure that your suspension fork is               on. The display field of the operating system
                                                                                                  shows that the system is ready for use.
You can find detailed instructions on how to correctly adjusted and has sufficient air. (You
do this in the sections “Adjusting the       can find information about this in the section       Figure 15: On/off button.
handlebars” on page 47 and “Adjusting the “Adjusting the suspension fork” on page 51).
suspension fork” on page 51. Read these
sections carefully to ensure that you make Saddle height and position
the adjustments correctly.                   You can adjust the saddle height and position
                                             to suit your height and your preferences.

Heavy or stiff steering.
If the steering is heavy or stiff, this can lead   You can find further information on how to
to a crash.                                        adjust your saddle in the section “Adjusting
Make sure that the steering is light and the       the saddle” on page 48.
cables and brake hoses do not restrict the
steering lock.                                                                                    When support mode is switched on, the drive
                                                                                                  system responds to the smallest pressure on
                                                                                                  the pedals.

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First use and before every ride

                                               Riding on public roads
You will find information about riding on                                                        Fatigue damage and wear.
public roads The section “Riding on public         If you want to ride your PORSCHE eBike on Damage due to fatigue and wear can take
roads” on page 24 must be observed.                public roads, you must ensure that it has the the form of scratched, bent or cracked
Before you ride on the roads, find out about equipment needed to meet the legal                  components or a poorly functioning eMTB.
any special requirements in your country.          requirements in your country.                 Components that have passed the end of
                                                                                                 their service life may suddenly fail. Check
                                                                                                 your eBike regularly for signs of fatigue
Checking the bolts
                                                                                                 damage and wear. Replace the handlebar
Lift your eBike about 10 cm off the ground Incorrect or inadequate setup of the eBike. grips and plugs if they are damaged or worn.
with both wheels at the same height and let An eBike that has been incorrectly or                If you notice a problem, contact your
it fall vertically onto its tyres. If you hear any inadequately setup can cause a serious        ROTWILD authorised dealer.
rattling noises, this can indicate that some accident.
components are loose.                              Do not use the eBike if it does not meet one
                                                   of the requirements in this section. If you
                                                   have questions or are unsure about using
Find out where the noises are coming from your eBike for the first time, contact your
and check the screw connections, the               Porsche Centre or ROTWILD authorised
positioning of the drive battery and the           dealer.
bearings. If you are in any doubt, contact your
ROTWILD authorised dealer.

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Precautionary measures when riding in the     Precautionary measures in rain, snow or
dark.                                         strong winds.
If you are riding at night or in poor visibility
                                              Be aware that your eBike may react or
using lights, make sure that your lighting    function differently in bad or extreme
system meets the legal requirements in your   weather conditions. For example, your
country. Check that the front and rear lights braking performance will be less good in wet
are working properly.                         weather and you should adapt your riding
Do not ride with dirty or damaged reflectors. style accordingly. In snowy or icy conditions
                                              you could lose control of your PORSCHE
                                              eBike and have a bad crash. Avoid riding your
                                              bike in extreme weather conditions. Only ride
                                              on suitable surfaces that have sufficient grip.

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What to check after a crash

                                             - Wear protective gloves.                  Handlebars and stem
                                             - Keep your fingers away from moving parts Check the handlebars and stem for damage.
A crash can prevent your eBike from             and make sure they do not get trapped.  Make sure that the handlebar and stem
functioning correctly and can also cause     Figure 16: Front wheel and tyre.
                                                                                        cannot be turned in opposite directions. If the
damage. After a crash you may not be able to
                                                                                        components can be turned in opposite
use your bike again immediately. For this
                                                                                        directions, tighten the bolts with a torque
reason, you should carry out the following
                                                                                        wrench (see the section “Recommended
checks.
                                                                                        tightening torques” on page 72).
Wheels and tyres                                                                           Figure 18: Handlebars and stem
Check your wheels. They must be held firmly
in position in the wheel mounts by the quick
release lever or the bolts and must be in the
centre of the front wheel fork and the rear
                                              Figure 17: Rear wheel and tyre.
triangle. They must turn freely and run true.
Check your tyres and, in particular, the
carcass for damage.

Risk of injury!
If you do not have the necessary technical
knowledge or do not carry out the check
correctly, you could be injured.

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Frame                                                                                         Other checks
Check the frame for damage. If the frame is Bent rear dérailleur.                             - Make sure that your saddle has not
cracked or deformed, contact your ROTWILD If the rear dérailleur is bent into the spokes,        rotated as a result of the crash. It should
authorised dealer.                          you are at risk of crashing.                         be aligned with the top tube.
                                                                                              - Check your eBike for loose screw connec-
Drive train                                        Do not use the PORSCHE eBike if the rear      tions and components.
                                                   dérailleur is bent!                        - Apply the brake levers to make sure that
Check that the chain is on the front chainring
and the rear cassette. If the bike fell on the Contact your ROTWILD authorised dealer.           they work.
dérailleur side, damage may have been                                                         Only use your eBike when you have checked
caused. Try shifting through the gears and                                                    all these things and found no problems. Avoid
make sure that the rear dérailleur and/or the                                                 putting your eBike under stress for the rest of
dropout, which could be bent, are not too                                                     your ride, for example do not brake hard or
close to the spokes of the rear wheel.                                                        ride out of the saddle. If you do not want to
                                                                                              take any risks, you should complete your
Figure 19: The chain on the chainring / cassette                                              journey using another means of transport.
                                                                                              Check your eBike carefully again when you
                                                                                              get home. If you have questions, contact your
                                                                                              ROTWILD authorised dealer immediately.

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What to check after a crash

Bent components.                                 Poor technical condition.
You must not straighten bent components          An eBike that is in poor condition can
because there is a serious risk that they will   become damaged and cause a crash or an
break. This applies in particular to safety-     accident. Only use your eBike if it is in perfect
related components such as the frame, front      condition.
wheel fork, handlebars, stem and seat post.
Replace bent components immediately.

Faulty components.
Components that have been damaged in an
accident can cause another accident if you
go on using them.
Never use a faulty eBike or faulty
components.

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Brake system

Checking the brake system                       Grip width
You can adjust the distance between the        You can adjust the grip width using the
                                                                                                 If the front wheel or rear brake is not
brake lever and the handlebar grip to suit the adjustment knob on the brake lever.
                                                                                                 adjusted correctly, the braking distance
size of your hand.
                                               If the brake lever cannot be adjusted or is not   may be too long in a dangerous situation.
                                               safe, it must be checked by the ROTWILD           This can cause a crash or an accident.
Bedding in the brakes                          authorised dealer.
Take your eBike up to a certain speed and
                                               Figure 20: Brakes / grip width
then brake until it comes to a standstill                                                        Hot brake disc.
without locking the wheels. Repeat this                                                          The brake disc and the calliper heat up
procedure several times. When the hand                                                           during braking. If you touch them, you could
force you need to apply to the brake lever                                                       be burnt.
does not reduce any further, the bedding in
process is finished.                                                                             Give the components of the brake system
                                                                                                 time to cool off before you carry out any work
                                                                                                 on them.

                                                                                               Harmful liquids.
                                                                                               Brake fluid is toxic and corrosive. Do not undo
                                                There is too much travel on the brake lever. the brake cables.
                                                If you can pull the brake levers right back to
                                                the handlebar grips, you will not be able to
                                                brake in good time. This could cause a crash
                                                or an accident. Before every ride, check that
                                                the brakes are functioning perfectly.

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Brake system

                                                                                                  Brake chafing
                                                                                                  If the brake pads rub on the brake disc while
Leaking brakes.                                   If the wheels are removed, there is a risk of
                                                                                                  the bike is moving, the causes could be as
If brake fluid is leaking, the brakes may fail.   damage being caused to the brake system.
                                                                                                  follows:
Check the brake system and the hydraulic          Do not operate the brake lever. Fit the
lines regularly for leaks. If you find a leak,    transport guard for the disc brake on the       - The brakes are not fully bedded in.
contact your ROTWILD authorised dealer            calliper.                                       - The wheel is not centred in the axle
immediately.                                                                                        mounts of the frame and/or the front
                                                                                                    wheel fork. Re-centre the wheels.
                                                                                                  - The wheels are not securely located in
Worn brake pads.                                                                                    the axle mounts. Check the quick release
If the brake pads are worn, the brakes will not                                                     lever and the axle bolts.
function properly. If the metal pad holders
are less than < 0.5 mm from the brake disc,
the pads must be replaced following the
brake manufacturer’s instructions. Check the
brake pads regularly for wear and replace
them if necessary.

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Brake drag.                                    Risk of damage to brake components   Brake fluid will cause damage to the
If the brakes drag all the time, they can      through overheating.                 paintwork of your eBike and its components.
overheat. As a result, they may not function                                        Do not undo the brake cables.
properly.
Make sure that you bed in new brake pads.
Check that the wheels are correctly                                                 Dirty brake pads and brake discs.
positioned and securely mounted.                                                    Dirt on the brake pads and brake discs will
                                                                                    reduce the friction coefficient and the
                                                                                    effectiveness of the brakes.
Use only original spare parts that are                                              Replace dirty brake pads immediately. Clean
approved by ROTWILD when replacing brake                                            dirty brake discs with brake cleaner.
components. If you are in any doubt, contact
your ROTWILD authorised dealer.

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Drive system

Electric drive                                      Motor                                          Mechanical drive
The bikes described in this instruction                                                            The mechanical drive train consists of all the
manual are fitted with an integral electric                                                        components of the eBike that convert your
drive system. This consists of a motor, a           Your eBike will make an audible noise!         pedalling power into propulsion.
control panel of the drive system, a display, a     It is normal for you to hear noises from the   These include the chain ring, pedal cranks,
rechargeable battery and an external charger        electric motor. The noise your eBike makes     pedals, cassette, rear dérailleur, geared hub
that is designed for use with the drive             may change over time and under different       and chain or belt pulleys and belt.
battery.                                            loads!
                                                                                                  The dérailleur allows you to adjust the gear
The drive system operates automatically. As         If your motor vibrates or makes a lot of loud ratio and to determine how far your bike will
soon as the muscle power being exerted by           and unusual noises, it may be faulty. If the  travel for each rotation of the cranks.
the rider exceeds a certain level, the motor        motor sounds different from normal, you
gradually starts up and provides assistance                                                       With a dérailleur, selecting a large rear
                                                    should switch it off.
for the rider. If the rider stops pedalling or if                                                 sprocket will give you a low gear ratio that
the bike reaches the speed of 25 km/h, the          We recommend having your eMTB serviced makes riding uphill easier.
motor gradually shuts down.                         regularly by your ROTWILD authorised dealer
                                                                                                  A medium-sized or small rear sprocket gives
                                                    to ensure that it functions perfectly and to
The bike has a pushing aid mode. In this                                                          you higher gear ratio. These are ideal for
                                                    keep noise emissions to a minimum.
mode, you can power the eBike at walking                                                          travelling at higher speed on level ground.
speed while pressing the button on the
handlebars that is provided for this purpose.
If you release the button, the drive train
switches off immediately.
                                                                                                   Chain and chainring.
                                                                                                   Wide-legged trousers can get caught in the
                                                                                                   chain or chainring and cause a crash. Wear
                                                                                                   tight-fitting trousers or use bicycle clips.

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Shoe laces, scarves and other items of            Cranks                                    Chain
clothing can get trapped in the spokes and        Check to make sure that both cranks are   Cleaning and lubricating your chain regularly
the chain.                                        securely fitted by shaking them. There    will give it a longer life. Clean your chain with
                                                  should be no play.                        a cloth. Drip chain oil or grease onto the chain
                                                                                            while turning the cranks. Continue turning
Sudden loss of power and drive.                                                             the cranks to make sure that the chain oil is
If you change gear under load, the chain can                                                evenly distributed. Leave the chain for
slip or jump off the chain rings. The resulting                                             several minutes so that the chain oil or
sudden loss of power and drive can cause a                                                  grease can penetrate. Remove any excessive
crash. Continue pedalling without excessive                                                 oil with a clean cloth.
force when changing gear.

                                                                                            The drive system must be completely
                                                                                            switched off during maintenance and repairs
                                                                                            to ensure that an accident does not occur. To
                                                                                            switch off the system, remove the drive
                                                                                            battery.

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Drive system

Figure 21: Cleaning the chain

                                   Risk of injury!                                  Poor braking.
                                   If you do not have the necessary technical       Oil or grease on the brake pads and brake
                                   knowledge or do not carry out the                discs will reduce the friction coefficient and
                                   maintenance correctly, you could be              the effectiveness of the brakes.
                                   injured.
                                                                                    Make sure that there is no oil or grease on
                                   - Wear protective gloves.                        the brakes.
                                   - Keep your fingers away from moving
                                                                                    Even if you maintain your chain regularly, it
                                     parts.
                                                                                    will still wear out. Chains will generally last
                                   - Make sure that your fingers do not get
Figure 22: Lubricating the chain                                                    for around 800 to 2500 km or for 40 to 125
                                     trapped.
                                                                                    hours of use.

                                   Danger to the environment and risk of
                                   damage to property. Oil and grease can
                                   pollute the environment. Excess oil and
                                   grease can make your clothes and other
                                   items dirty while you are riding.
                                   To reduce your impact on the environment,
                                   use only biodegradable lubricants. Place a
                                   tray under the bike to catch drips of oil.
                                   Do not put any remaining oil or grease in your
                                   household waste bin. Dispose of it at a
                                   recycling centre.
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Replacing your chain regularly can extend         Only use original spare parts that are    Sudden loss of power and drive.
the life of your chain rings and cassettes.       approved by ROTWILD when replacing your   A worn chain can suddenly break or jump off
                                                  chain. Choose the right chain for your    the sprockets. The resulting sudden loss of
To check the condition of the chain, pull it
                                                  dérailleur.                               power and drive can cause a crash. Check
away from the chainring with your thumb
                                                                                            the condition of the chain regularly and
and first finger. If you can pull the chain a
                                                                                            replace it if necessary.
long way away from the chainring, it is
stretched and needs to be replaced. Your
ROTWILD authorised dealer can carry out a
more accurate check of your chain using
special tools.
Figure 23: Checking the condition of the chain.

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Gear system

     Changing gear                                       Figure 24: The position of the shifting lever   Adjusting the gear system
     The shifting lever for the rear dérailleur is on                                                    If you cannot change gear cleanly, you need
     the right-hand side of the handlebars.                                                              to make adjustments to the gear system on
                                                                                                         the shifting level housing. Gradually unscrew
     Each shifting lever has one large and one
                                                                                                         the adjuster on the shifting lever housing
     small lever. The large shifting lever is used to
                                                                                                         with your fingers and check the functioning
     shift to the larger sprocket and the small
                                                                                                         of the gears after each turn.
     lever to the smaller sprocket.
                                                                                                         To be able to turn the adjuster, you need to
     If your eBike has an electronic shifter, the
                                                                                                         pull it out of position slightly. Make sure that
     shifting system on the right-hand side of the
                                                                                                         it is back in position before you check the
     handlebars has a top and bottom button. By
                                                                                                         functioning of the gears.
     pressing the bottom button you change to a (mechanical)
     larger sprocket. Press the top button to move Figure 25: The position of the shifting lever         If your eBike has an electronic shifter, you
     to a smaller sprocket.                        (electronic)                                          can set it up via the Settings menu on the
                                                                                                         display.

     Please check the parts list for your model to
     see which type of gear shifter it is fitted with.

     The correct pedalling frequency is between
     70 and 90 revolutions per minute. You must
     choose the right gear in order for the electric
     drive system to function correctly.

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You will find more information about            Please check the parts list for your model to The levers may be arranged differently
adjusting the gear shifter in the instruction   see which type of gear shifter it is fitted with. depending on the model and the
manual provided by the manufacturer of the
                                                If you cannot adjust the gear shifting using manufacturer. Read the instruction manual
gear system.
                                                this method, the system must be checked by provided by the gear system manufacturer.
                                                the ROTWILD authorised dealer.              The arrangement of the low and high limit
                                                Figure 26: Limit stop screw                 stop screws on the rear dérailleur may differ.
                                                                                            It is essential that you read the instructions
                                                                                            provided by the gear system manufacturer.

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Gear system

Incorrectly adjusted gear system.          You need technical knowledge to be able to
Problems with changing gear can distract   adjust the rear dérailleur. Incorrect
you from what is happening on the road and adjustments can cause mechanical damage.
from possible dangers. The result can be a Read the instructions provided by the gear
crash or an accident.                      system manufacturer. If you have questions,
Check the adjustment of the gear system on contact your ROTWILD authorised dealer.
a test ride away from traffic.

                                             Put the bike in a suitable stand when making
                                             the adjustments. This allows the rear wheel
                                             to turn freely and enables you to shift
                                             through all the gears.

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Drive battery

Drive battery
The drive battery is in the down tube of the
                                                Do not put paper clips, screws, coins, keys or   If a crash or an accident causes external
eBike. It has an integrated electronic
                                                other small objects in the battery charging      damage to the down tube, you must not use
protection system that is designed for use
                                                socket. They can cause a short circuit in the    the eBike. If the eBike has survived an impact
with the charger supplied with the eMTB.
                                                drive battery. The battery could get hot,        without external damage, the drive battery
                                                catch fire and explode.                          may still be damaged internally. In this case
                                                                                                 you must not use the eBike for at least 24
The drive battery and the charger must be                                                        hours and you must monitor it.
kept out of the reach of children.
                                               If the drive battery is not used correctly,       The electrical connections on the drive
                                               fluid could leak out of it.                       battery must only be cleaned with a dry cloth
                                               If you come into contact with the fluid, rinse    or a soft brush.
The drive battery in the down tube is only     it off with water. If you get the fluid in your
protected against splashes of water. You       eye, visit a doctor. The fluid can cause
must never clean your eBike with a pressure irritation and burns. If the battery emits
washer, a hose or compressed air.                                                                You must follow the legal regulations on
                                               vapour, ventilate the area well. Visit a doctor
                                                                                                 handling, transporting and disposing of drive
                                               if the vapour causes problems. The vapour
                                                                                                 batteries.
                                               can irritate your airways.
You must not immerse your eBike in water.
This can cause a short circuit, malfunction,
fire or explosion. If you think that there may
be water in the drive battery, you must not
use the eBike.

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