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During the summer, you can enjoy a beautiful bike ride with your Van Raam bike. However, high temperatures can affect the battery of your Van Raam bike. In this article, we explain how to best protect your Van Raam battery from heat.
The Van Raam bike batteries are of extremely high quality, have a long cycle life, and meet all safety standards. While batteries are generally designed to withstand high temperatures, they perform best at temperatures between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius. During cycling, batteries also cool down due to the airflow. However, it is important to be cautious and protect your bike battery from hot weather and direct sunlight. You can take various precautions for this.
During a break while cycling, it's better to park your bike in the shade rather than in direct sunlight. If this is not possible, at least remove the battery from the bike and place it in the shade to prevent it from getting too warm.
If you transport your bike with a trailer or on the back of a car, for example, it is also important to remove the battery from the bike beforehand and carry it separately in the car. This helps prevent the battery from being exposed to the sun for extended periods and avoids overheating.
Be extra cautious when charging your electric bike battery in warm weather. For safe charging, it's best to do it in a cool, shaded area when the ambient temperature is between 0 and 35 degrees Celsius. It is also advisable to charge the battery regularly. Even if it is not completely empty. The most ideal battery percentage is between 30 and 80 percent. The LED lights indicatie how charged the battery is. Even if you are not using the bike temporarily, it is important to charge the battery regularly. It is not good for the battery to be completely empty. When the battery is fully charged, it is best to remove it from the charger and avoid leaving it connected for too long. The battery should be stored in a dry, cool place or at room temperature.
Additionally, keep in mind that the battery can be affected by heat. This can reduce the battery's capacity, which in turn decreases its range.
If the battery has become very hot, it is best to wait before charging it until it has cooled down a bit, especially in hot weather. Overheating can damage the cells in the battery, leading to faster discharge, reduced performance, and in extreme cases, even short-circuits or fires. But this does not happen easily, the batteries meet strict safety standards. However, it is important to avoid unnecessary risks and handle the battery with care to ensure it performs optimally for as long as possible.
It is also important to pay attention to your own body when cycling in hot weather. For example, drink plenty of water during your ride and take breaks as needed. In the article '6 tips for summer bike riding' we provide more information and tips for cycling in warm weather.
At your Van Raam dealer, you can find more information about your bike battery and tips on how to use it best. There are many Van Raam dealers located in over 20 different countries. This way, you can start your bike ride with peace of mind, even in warm weather, and protect the battery of your electric bike.
During the cold winter months or the warm summer months, the batteries of Van Raam’s electric bicycles need some extra care. We provide you with a few tips so you can enjoy your electric bicycle during this time of the year.
Are you interested in an adapted Van Raam bike with pedal support or do you already have a Van Raam bike with pedal support and wonder how to remove your battery from the bike, charge it and reconnect it to the bike? Then read on, through our video and article we will show you what types of batteries are available and how to attach and detach the batteries from the bike. Furthermore, we also explain how to charge a Van Raam battery.
Most of Van Raam's adapted bikes can be equipped with the unique pedal support. Find out the most important information about pedal support and what the range of a Van Raam battery can be, how many kilometers an e bike battery from Van Raam holds.
Cycling in summer is a great way to enjoy the beautiful weather while staying fit. In this article, we share some useful tips to make your summer biking experience as pleasant as possible.
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