Q - Are Eovolt Bikes made in China (Far East) ?
No!
Eovolt has its own factory in Lyon, France including a production line and research & development facility. This ensures a high level of in-house quality control of all parts and assembly.
Q - Battery Indicator
The battery indicator on your LCD screen gives you your battery life based on the assistance setting you are on. For example if you start riding with full battery and then engage max assistance level 5 you will see your battery indicator go down. It is now showing you your battery life based on staying on the max level, if you go back down to level one your battery indicator goes back up again.
Q - How long does it take to charge my seat post battery ?
16" batteries - 4-5 hrs from flat
20"/24" batteries - 5-6hrs from flat
Please note after charging you need to engage the motor for your battery indicator to update on your LCD screen
Q - What Maintenance Do I Need To Do On My Eovolt Bike ?
The most important regular maintenance that needs to be done is on your drivetrain.
If you don't regularly clean your chain and re lubricate it your chain and gears will gather dirt and grit that will wear out your chain, chainring and rear sprocket very quickly, these wear and tear parts are not covered by your warranty. We recommend doing this every 2 weeks or twice a month.
Q - Can I ride my Eovolt bike in the rain and snow ?
Yes, the bike is waterproofed for riding in inclement weather.
However, the bike should not be ridden through very deep water puddles where the components at the bottom of the bike (Clip on battery connector) are completely submerged in water.
Q - Do I have to pedal an Eovolt bike?
Yes, the motor is activated by a pedalling cadence sensor which then provides up to 250w of assisted power on 5 power levels.
Levels 1-3 are for flat rolling terrain while 4-5 help you up hills with ease.
Q - Do Eovolt bikes have lights ?
Yes,Eovolt bikes come with front and rear lights.
The front light runs off the bike’s battery and is activated by pressing and holding the “up” button on the controller.
The rear runs off its own coin battery which needs replacing when it runs out.
Q - Does an Eovolt bike have a throttle ?
No, Eovolt bikes do not have a throttle, but they do have a walk assist that will help get you moving up to walking speed without the need to pedal. This is particularlyhelpful if you feel unsteady riding away from traffic lights.
For walk assist press and hold the “down” button on the controller.
Q - Are there height ranges for the different size Eovolt bikes?
This is a general guide depending upon your height
Morning 16" bike 140 - 180cm
Afternoon 20" bike 150 - 190cm
Evening 24" bike 150 - 200cm
Q - Is there a maximum rider weight limit for Eovolt bikes?
There are specific recommendations depending upon your weight
Morning 16" bike -105kg
Afternoon 20" bike - 130kg
Evening 24" bike -130kg
Q - What if I lose the Eovolt keys for the anti-theft seat post battery clamp?
Every clamp has a unique key so it is very important you keep your keys in a safe place. If you lose them you will need to purchase a complete clamp assembly with a new set of keys.
Q - When should I charge my Eovolt battery ?
There are no hard and fast rules on charging times, just pretty much when you need to. You do not have to wait for the battery to be drained before charging. IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATION - if you plan to store your Eovolt bike for a while without riding please make sure you top the battery up every 6-8 weeks.
Q - Can I remove the Eovolt battery seat post to charge it?
Yes, the Eovolt removeable seat post battery system allows you to completely remove the seat post and take it to a charging point. Simply unscrew the connector under the bottom bracket , loosen the seat post QR clamp and pull the seat post battery out.
Q - Does the Eovolt seat post battery work as well as a standard battery?
The Eovolt seat post battery has a number of advantages over other battery systems. An Eovolt bike has a very stylish clean look and with the seat post being the battery at first glance doesn't look like an e-bike at all. With the weight of the Eovolt seat post battery being located centrally and directly below the rider the balance of the Eovolt bike is much improved. The Eovolt seat post battery can be easily removed for recharging at a convenient charging point.
Q - How many charge cycles can you get from the Eovolt seat post battery ?
This can vary on whether you are doing full battery charges or part battery charge. You can expect a minimum of 1000 battery recycles from the Eovolt seat post battery.
Q - How far can I ride on my Eovolt bike on a single charge?
This is subject to a number of factors including the weight of the rider, air temperature, extra baggage on the pannier rack, tyre pressure and the type of terrain.
However, typically you will get
Morning 16" bike 30-50km (18-31miles)
Afternoon 20” bike 70-100km (43-62miles)
Evening 24" bike 70-100km (43-62miles)
Q - Are the Eovolt bikes good for motorhomes and caravans?
Absolutely perfect!
Being lightweight makes Eovolt bikes easier to put on your cycle rack or move in and out of your caravan. With the Morning 16" bike in particular the small compact nature makes it very easy to store without taking up valuable space.
The removeable Eovolt battery seat post means that you can easily charge the battery without the need to take the bike near to a socket.