Daytona Electric Bike User Manual
About Daymak Daymak is one of Canada’s largest Alternative Vehicle providers. We design, engineer, manufacture, import and repair everything from recreational dirt bikes, go-karts and electric golf cars to alternative transportation solutions such as e-bikes and gas scooters. Our electric bicycles represent an energy-efficient and eco-friendly alternative for people who need to get around the city. They greatly increase the practicality of bicycle transportation in urban centres.
Table of Contents Introduction......................................................................................................................................................4 Bicycle Part Diagrams ...................................................................................................................................5 Riding Instructions .........................................................................................................................................
Introduction E-Bikes Riding an electric bicycle is a great way to hop around town conveniently and cheaply. EBikes represent a natural progression in the development of urban transportation. Using only small amounts of electricity, e-bikes have the potential to radically reduce the amount of pollution in our cities. As well, they are very quiet, so they do not add to the high levels of noise pollution which we often take for granted. They are easy, and usually free, to park.
Bicycle Part Diagrams Diagram 1: The Daytona Electric Bicycle This diagram illustrates the various parts of your bicycle. Please note that many of these parts are not user-serviceable and should be repaired only by trained professionals. This is especially true of the electrical systems and the mechanical components. 17 1 9 7 2 19 10 16 15 5 3 11 14 6 12 4 18 13 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Seat Taillight Rear Mudguard/Fairing Rear Wheel Rear Shock Absorber Hub Motor Controller (inside) 8. 9. 10. 11.
Riding Instructions This guide assumes that you already know how to ride a standard bicycle. Before you try to ride an electric bicycle, you should be very familiar with controlling and balancing a normal bicycle. Caution If you do not have cycling experience, an e-bike is too dangerous to ride. Do not begin learning to ride a bicycle using an e-bike. Important Notes • Ebikes are Fast! E-bikes are capable of traveling at higher speeds than many bicycle riders are accustomed to.
Inspecting your Electric Bike Always inspect your e-bike before you ride it, to make sure its safety features are operating properly. Many accidents can be avoided with routine inspections. Once you are comfortable with your e-bike, you will be able to detect small changes in the way it feels. If anything changes between uses, make sure to have it properly examined. Also, be sure to listen for changes in the sounds your e-bike makes over time.
Stopping Your e-bike has two sets of brakes, at the front and at the rear. The levers attached to the handlebars, on the left and right, activate the brakes. Pull the levers toward you to activate the brakes. You can use both brakes to come to a stop more quickly, or you can use one of the brakes to come to a gentle stop, depending on your riding needs at the moment. When the brakes are activated, the power to the engine is automatically turned off, until you release the brakes.
Pedaling This e-bike is designed to be a motor-assisted bicycle. You can use the motor by itself, but ideally, you can work with the motor by pedaling. This increases the distance you can travel on your e-bike, because it assists the motor and reduces the amount of electricity you draw from the battery. Riding in Wet Weather Your e-bike is designed to function in wet conditions, such as when it is raining. However, because the motor is on the rear wheel, it is easy to slip when moving at high speeds.
Operating Instructions Using the Rear Storage Compartment The rear storage compartment is opened using the key provided to you when you purchased your e-bike. Insert the key and turn it to the right to open the compartment. Close the case and turn the key in the opposite direction to lock the compartment again. You can use this compartment to store the charger and associated cables, so you can recharge your e-bike if it runs out of power.
Maximum Load Do not exceed the maximum load capabilities of your e-bike. You can find the exact loading capacity listed in the technical specifications in this guide. If you exceed the maximum load, the performance of the bike will suffer. Exceeding the maximum load of your e-bike could cause damage to the shocks, to the mechanism and, ultimately, even to the frame. It could also cause your motor to work too aggressively, and it may burn out.
The Battery This section details what you need to know about the battery that powers your e-bike. Always remember to treat your e-bike’s electrical systems with respect. Battery Power The dashboard has a battery charge indicator. When the e-bike is activated, the needle will jump and indicate the currently available battery power. If the power has dropped significantly, you should charge your e-bike.
Charging your E-Bike Charging your e-bike is a simple process. You require the following: • The charger that came with your e-bike. • A 110V household electrical outlet. Charger Warning Only use the chargers that were supplied with your e-bike. Using chargers that do not have specifications identical to those which came with the e-bike could irreparably damage your e-bike’s battery and electrical systems, and may cause injury. To charge your e-bike, follow these steps: 1.
Battery Care Follow these suggestions to maintain your battery’s optimal performance. If you do not follow these suggestions, your battery may lose its ability to maintain a charge and might have to be replaced sooner than would otherwise be necessary. • Charge it: Charge your battery immediately after riding it. • Full Charge: Do not allow the battery to run down completely and lie in storage without a charge. This significantly reduces the battery’s lifespan and may cause damage.
Cold Weather and your Battery Below 10 degrees Celsius, the battery will not work as well as it would in warmer temperatures. While Lithium-Ion batteries perform better than Lead-Acid batteries in temperature extremes, both will experience reduced performance in cold temperatures. Also, repeatedly riding the e-bike in cold temperatures may cause your battery to have to be replaced sooner. Handling the Battery The battery contains large amounts of electrical power.
Replacement and Disposal After approximately 300 charges, a lead-acid battery will need to be replaced. A lithium-ion battery will last approximately 1500 charges. When the battery has to be replaced, you will notice that your battery cannot carry as much of a charge as it could initially. Contact your local Daymak dealer to purchase a new battery. When replacing your battery, dispose of it at a proper municipal battery recycling facility. If none is available, please contact your local Daymak dealer.
Technical Data This section provides you with the technical specifications for your e-bike. The Motor and Wheel Assembly The Smart Bike has a 500 Watt magnetic DC brushless motor on the rear wheel hub. This type of motor has excellent low-end torque and high efficiency when working within its range. Note that while the motor is very quiet, it does produce some noise. Also attached to the rear hub are speed reduction gear and the speed free clutch.
The Brakes Front Brakes The brakes on your e-bike are drum-brakes, like those found on gas scooters and motorcycles. They generally provide for very fine stopping and control. This is a very tested and well-designed technology, but even so, the brakes will require servicing from time to time, and may have to be adjusted for tension. Unlike normal friction-grip bicycle brakes, which clamp down from the outside, the drum brakes clamp from the inside.
Basic Statistics Dimensions Weight Loading Capacity Speed and Mileage Wheel Size: 3.0”x16” Body Size: 187x670x106cm Seat Height 75cm (29”) 36 kg without battery 72 kg with battery Standard: 75 kg Maximum: 150 kg Max. Speed: 32 km/h Max. Mileage: 50 km Electrical System Statistics Motor Statistics Charger Statistics Battery Statistics Voltage: 60V Working efficiency: 70-80% Max.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting This section outlines problems you may have and solutions you may be able to use. Many of the parts in this product are not user-serviceable and should be repaired by trained professionals. This is especially true of the electrical systems and the mechanical components. Alteration of these components voids the warranty. Tire Pressure Maintain the air pressure in your tires at the appropriate level.
The Brakes The drum brakes on your Smart Bike allow you to stop and are a critical safety feature. Make sure you test them regularly. Take the e-bike to your Daymak dealer if the brakes appear to be losing their stopping power or feel looser than they were previously. The brakes on your e-bike may require servicing from time to time. The brake pads will need to be replaced as they wear down, usually after about a year to a year and a half or so, depending on how the e-bike is ridden.
The Motor Do not service the motor yourself. Bring the e-bike to your Daymak dealer for service. The motor in your e-bike is a highly complex and fine-tuned mechanism. Repairing it requires significant expertise. We suggest maintenance every 100 running hours or so. The Chain Ensure that the chain on your e-bike is well-oiled and lubricated. It is an important part of your e-bike. As with any bicycle, it needs to be maintained if it is to function.
Ebike Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning is extremely important this will ensure your e-bike will serve you for a long time. In the long run, it will save you money and a lot of time waiting for the bike to be repaired. You should clean your ebike weekly. Do not use aggressive power jets or water sprays when washing the ebike and keep water off the battery as much as you can. Clean gently but thoroughly and make sure that all the outer casing of the electric parts are dry and clean.
Schedule The frequency of maintenance depends on how much you ride and under which conditions. Recreational riders needs far less maintenance then off-road riders. The harder you ride, the more you have to take care of your bike if you want it to last. There are various time intervals for proper maintenance. Quick maintenance should be done before & after every ride.
Ebikes and Canadian Law British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon Currently, eight Canadian jurisdictions (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Yukon Territory) have legalized power-assisted bicycles for public road use and are treating these vehicles as conventional bicycles and not as motor vehicles. As such, they do not require insurance, registration or licences.
Specific Riding Requirements Power-assisted bicycles are treated as bicycles.
TPS Training Bulletin TPS Training Bulletin Attention Traffic and Training Sergeants: Recently we have had some enquiries from officers in the field and members of the public regarding e-bikes and have found that there is some confusion over the definition of a Power Assisted Bicycle (e-bike). According to Ontario Regulation 473/06, an e-bike that meets the definition is deemed not to be a motor vehicle, under the Highway Traffic Act, and is essentially treated as a bicycle.
