Give Your Gen 2 Battery a Good Place to Rest Between Rides
Maybe you are packing for a trip, heading somewhere warmer, or simply riding less for a while. Whenever your Pedego takes a break, a little battery care helps you prepare for the next ride. For Element 2, Ridge Rider 2, and Latch 2, that starts with removing the battery, choosing a suitable indoor home, and remembering to check its charge while it is stored.
Settle it into the right space
Switch off the bike and unplug the charger before removing the battery. Choose a dry, ventilated, climate-controlled room with a smoke detector. Set the pack on a clean, flat, nonflammable surface, such as metal, ceramic, or glass. Keep it uncovered, away from direct sunlight, heaters, flammable materials, bedrooms, and exit paths. A garage that freezes or a vehicle that gets hot is not the right place.
Keep the contacts clean and dry and protect them from loose metal objects. Take a moment to check the case, contacts, charger, and cord before putting everything away. Battery problems are highly unusual, but if you notice cracking, swelling, leaking, moisture, unusual heat, or an odor, do not charge or use the pack. Contact a Pedego dealer or authorized service center for the next step.
Keep a date with your battery
Use the Gen 2 battery and Pedego-approved charger intended for your bike, and do not store the pack depleted. During a long break, check its charge every two months and recharge when it has dropped. It’s best to keep the battery between 30% and 70% charge status to optimize health and maximize lifetime. A calendar reminder makes that small task easy to remember, wherever your plans take you. Disconnect the charger after charging; leave the battery unplugged during storage.
Charge at room temperature in a dry, ventilated space, directly from a wall outlet. Stay present, keep the charger uncovered and clear of combustibles, and disconnect it when charging is complete. Never charge overnight or while asleep. If the pack has been exposed to extreme temperatures, let it return to its approved charging temperature first.
Built for confidence between rides
Our Gen 2 electrical system is tested and certified to UL 2849, which covers the e-bike electrical system, including the battery, charger, motor, controller, and wiring. The removable battery pack is tested and certified to UL 2271, the standard for light electric vehicle battery packs. Using the paired, approved equipment and following the storage routine helps you care for the system we designed for your bike.
When you are ready to ride again, reinstall the battery securely, check tire pressure and brakes, and test the integrated lights. Start with an easy ride to get reacquainted. If you own an earlier generation Pedego, contact a local dealer or authorized service center for the battery routine that fits your model.
Have a battery question? Find a Pedego service location and speak with a team that knows your bike.
