MONTAGUE M-E1 Manuale utente
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Even if you have ridden a bike for years, it is important for you and every
rider to read this manual before riding this bicycle. Keep for reference.
E-Bike Owner’s Manual
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HELMETS
SAVE
LIVES!
Always wear a properly tted
helmet that complies with CPSC or
CE safety standards when you ride
your bicycle.
Great care should be taken when
locking the quick release levers on the
bicycle. If you do not fully understand
how to operate the quick release
levers, ask a bicycle dealer for
assistance, or call Montague’s
Customer Support Team at
+1 617-491-7200.
DO NOT RIDE YOUR BICYCLE
WITHOUT ALL QUICK RELEASES
SECURELY LOCKED.
WARNING
In this manual, the WARNING sign
shows a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could cause death or
serious injury.
WARNING
In this manual, the CAUTION sign
shows a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could cause minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION
As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is subjected to wear and high
stresses. Dierent materials and components may react to wear or fatigue in
dierent ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it may
suddenly fail possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form of crack, scratch or
change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the component
has been reached and it should be replaced. Do not ride in an abusive manner.
WARNING
Correct Fitting - Make sure
your helmet covers your
forehead.
Incorrect Fitting - Forehead
is exposed and vulnerable to
serious injury.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings 2
Introduction 4
Record Your Serial Number 4
Register Your Bicycle 4
Owner’s Responsibility 5
Bicycle Type and Use Conditions 6
E-Bike Classes 7
Product Symbols 7
Introduction to E-Bikes 8
Dierence Between E-Bikes and
Conventional Bikes 8
Kickstand and Cargo Rack 10
Child Seats and Trailers 10
Supplementary Manuals 10
Parts of your Bicycle 11
Before your First Ride 12
Sizing and Weight Limit 12
Electric Assist Operation 12
Check your Brakes, Steering,
and Quick Releases 13
Prevent Toe Overlap 13
Moving Parts and Pinch Points 14
Frame or Fork Problem 14
Life Span of a Bicycle 14
Before Every Ride 15
Mechanical Checklist 15
Drive-Assist System Checklist 15
Carbon Fiber Composite 15
Examine the Frame, Fork, & Wheels 17
Tire Ination 17
Examine the Brakes and Steering 18
Saddle and Seatpost 19
Suspension and Quick Releases 19
Lights and Reectors 19
Riding Safely 20
Caution: Wet Weather Riding 21
Be Seen (Especially at Night) 21
Think Safety 22
Riding Instructions 23
Using your Brakes 23
Changing Gears Correctly 23
Descending 24
Obstacles and Impacts 25
Assembling your Bicycle 26
Packing List 26
Installing Front Wheel QR 26
Installing Front Wheel 27
Rotating Stem 28
Installing the Handlebars 30
Installing Front Fender 31
Attaching Steering Damper Spring 32
Installing the Seatpost 32
Installing Pedals 33
Inating Tires 34
Folding your Bicycle 35
Folding the Pedals 37
Rolling the Bike 38
Unfolding your Bicycle 39
Adjusting the Frame Quick Release 40
Drive Assist System 42
Rechargeable Battery 42
Charger and Power Supply 43
Tips for Getting the Most Range 45
Cleaning, Storing, and Transporting 46
Keys 48
Disposal 48
Proper Maintenance
and Adjustment 49
Torque Specications 49
Handlebars 49
Stem 50
Seat (Saddle) Adjustments 51
Pedals 52
Control Cables 52
Rear Derailleur Adjustment 52
Front Derailleur Adjustment 53
Brakes 54
Wheels 55
Fitted Accessories 57
Bearing Adjustments 58
Lubrication 58
Maintenance Schedule 61
Warranty 62
Registration Card Insert
Section One
Section Two
Section Three
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IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This manual is designed to give you
the information you need for the safe
operation and maintenance of your new
bicycle. Please read it thoroughly before
riding your bicycle.
Section One of this manual involves
safety and bicycle care. Understanding
and following this information will help
you and your Montague bicycle avoid
injury or damage.
Section Two of this manual covers
specic operating instructions for your
Montague bicycle. Even if you’re an
experienced rider, you should review this
section before your rst ride.
Section Three of this manual gives
basic instructions for making small
adjustments to your bicycle and
performing regular maintenance.
Record Your Serial Number
Your bicycle’s serial number is stamped
on the seat tube of the frame, on the
drive side of the bike (Fig. 1). Record
the serial number in this manual below
in the event that your bicycle is lost or
stolen. You may also want to register
your serial number with your local police
department.
Register Your Bicycle
Bicycle
registration is
the only record
we have of who
owns this bicycle.
Registration and
proof of purchase
are necessary to
make a warranty
claim. There are
two easy procedures to complete the
registration (mail or email):
• Fill in the registration form in the
back of this manual and mail it to us.
• Go to www.montaguebikes.com/
register and submit the registration
form to us via the internet.
Model Name:
Serial Number:
Key Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Place of Purchase:
INTRODUCTION
Serial Number
Location
Fig. 1: The serial number is
located on the seat tube of
the frame on the drive-side.
WARNING
Make sure to read this complete manual
before riding your bike. Failure to do
so, or failure to follow its guidelines,
could lead to serious injury or death.
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The frequently updated website also
gives you a link to new instructions. If
you make a decision not to complete
the registration, make sure you visit the
website frequently.
Since the components on your
Montague are industry standard, repairs
or replacements may be performed at
virtually any retail bicycle dealer.
If you have any questions about your
Montague after reading this manual, or
encounter any problems when folding
or unfolding your bike, please visit the
support section of our website at
www.montaguebikes.com/support or call
Montague’s Customer Support Team
at +1 617-491-7200. A knowledgeable
representative will be happy to answer
any questions and help you to fully enjoy
your new Montague.
Owner’s Responsibility
Before riding your Montague, carefully
follow all assembly instructions.
Ensure your bike is the correct size for
your comfort and safety. When standing
over the frame (straddle frame) you
should have a minimum of 1.0” clearance
between the top tube and your body. See
page 12 for more information.
Note: Montague does not make
bicycles intended for children. Please
make sure all riders are adults.
Bicycle riding can be a hazardous
activity even under the best of
circumstances. Proper maintenance of
your bicycle is your responsibility as it
helps reduce the risk of injury.
All quick releases must be securely
fastened before riding any Montague
bicycle. The quick releases are pictured
on page 11 in Fig. 2. They are: the front
wheel quick release (#25), the seat
post quick release (#8), the frame quick
release (#9), the rear wheel quick release
(#32), and the stem quick release (#4).
For instructions on operating the quick
release levers, read Assembling Your
Montague Bicycle and Folding Your
Montague Bicycle on pages 26-37.
Double check to ensure all bolts and
screws are tightened to the correct
torque specications.
Make sure anyone to whom you loan
your Montague understands how to work
the quick release levers and how to fold
and unfold your Montague bike properly.
The owner is responsible for required
normal maintenance services, such
as those listed in the “Maintenance
Schedule” section of this booklet (page
61) in order to keep the bicycle in good
operating condition.
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
Make sure to read this complete manual
before riding your bike. Failure to do
so, or failure to follow its guidelines
could lead to serious injury or death.
WARNING
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Damage or injury resulting from
negligence, improper operation, improper
or unauthorized repair or maintenance,
environmental inuences, or improper
use are not warranted by Montague
Corporation. Montague Corporation
excludes incidental and consequential
damages.
Bicycle Type and Use
Conditions
There are many types of bicycles. Each
bicycle type is made for a specied use
or use condition. If your use of a bicycle
applies more stress than its condition
limit species, this could cause a failure
of the bicycle (or a part of the bicycle).
This section shows the use condition for
dierent types of bicycles. If you are not
sure of what condition(s) apply to your
bike, consult your Montague dealer or
call Montague for more information.
Condition 1
These bicycles are made to ride on a
paved surface where the tires are always
on the ground.
Condition 1 bicycles typically feature
at or drop style handlebars and 700c
wheels and smooth tires. These bicycles
may have accessories such as a rack,
fenders, or kickstand attached.
Condition 2
Condition 2 bicycles are made to cover
all the riding conditions expressed by
condition 1 with the addition of gravel
roads and groomed o-pavement trails.
Condition 2 bicycles typically feature
at handlebars and 700c or 26” wheels.
These bicycles have “semi slick” tires
with light knobs on them and direct pull
brakes.
Condition 3
Condition 3 bicycles are made to cover
all the riding conditions expressed by
conditions 1 and 2 with the addition of
rough trails, small obstacles, smooth
technical areas, and areas where tires
are momentarily not on the ground;
NOT FOR JUMPS. These bicycles are
typically referred to as Mountain Bicycles
or Cross Country Mountain Bicycles.
Condition 3 bicycles typically feature
at handlebars and 26” or 27.5” wheels.
These bicycles have wider tires with
large knobs on them and direct pull or
disc brakes.
If your use of a bicycle applies more
stress than the specied use condition
of the bicycle, the bicycle or its parts
can be broken or damaged. Riding
a bicycle that is damaged could
decrease your control and cause you
to fall. Do not ride in use conditions
that apply more stress than the limits
of the bicycle. If you are not sure of
the limits of the bicycle, consult your
dealer.
WARNING
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
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E-Bike Classes
In the US, e-bikes can be categorized
by a three-class system based upon
their speed, wattage, and operation. In
some regions, the class of your e-bike
can determine which types of bicycle
infrastructure it can be ridden on.
Class 1: E-bikes that are
pedal-assist only, with no
throttle, and have a maximum
assisted speed of 20 mph.
Your Montague e-bike falls
under Class 1.
For reference:
Class 2: E-bikes that also have a
maximum speed of 20 mph, but are
throttle-assisted.
Class 3: E-bikes that are pedal-assist
only, with no throttle, and a maximum
assisted speed of 28 mph.
Product Symbols
The following symbols are shown on
packaging, the rechargeable battery, or
the charger.
Marking for electrical devices
that must not be disposed of in
household or non-recyclable
waste. Dispose of electrical devices with
this marking at suitable collection points
for environmentally friendly recycling.
Marking for single-use and
rechargeable batteries that
must not be disposed of in
household or non-recyclable waste.
Dispose of single-use and rechargeable
batteries with this marking at suitable
collection points for environmentally
friendly recycling.
Marking for materials that are
hazardous to the environment.
Take particular care when
handing products with this marking.
Observe disposal regulations.
Marking for recyclable
materials. Sort packaging and
dispose of separately. Dispose
of cardboard along with waste paper and
lm in your recycling collection.
Marking for products that must
only be used indoors.
Europe: The 230 V~/50 Hz
mains power supply has a class
II protection rating.
USA: The 120 V~/60 Hz mains power
supply has a class II protection rating.
Symbol for direct current (DC).
Symbol for alternating current
(AC)
Only applicable for Europe:
Products marked with this
symbol meet all applicable
European Economic Community
regulations.
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
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Introduction to E-bikes
Electric bikes, known as “e-bikes” or
Pedelecs, are electric power-assisted
bicycles (EPACs) which have an electric
motor and battery operated drive system
to provide pedal assistance up to a
maximum of 20 mph (25 km/h) when
the rider is pedaling and the bicycle is in
motion.
The Montague ME-1 is a Class-1
e-bike which has a power rating of 250
Watts and provides assistance up to
a maximum speed of 20 mph. In most
countries, Class-1 e-bikes are legally
classed as bicycles. Please familiarize
yourself with the legal regulations and
laws regarding e-bikes in your country,
state and/or city and maintain a current
knowledge as these regulations and laws
are subject to change.
Dierences between E-bikes
and Conventional Bicycles
E-bikes ride dierently from
conventional bikes due to increased
weight and speed. In addition to the
list below, please review the Sections
Before Your First Ride and the Riding
Instructions in this manual.
The electric drive and increased speed
requires practice and care while braking.
Braking while steering may reduce the
ability to control your bicycle.
Due to the increased speed, braking
may require more distance to stop. Pay
attention to road conditions as sand,
leaves, rain or other materials on the
road may impact your ability to brake
quickly.
• E-bikes require more braking force.
This can increase wear on the
brakes.
• Reduce pedal force before initiating
a gear shift to reduce drivetrain
wear.
• Pay attention to your speed going
into a corner and be sure to stop
pedaling before entering the corner.
Otherwise, you may carry too much
speed when entering a corner.
• Shift gears regularly to stay in
an optimal cadence range and
downshift before coming to a stop.
• Always keep both hands on the
handlebars when riding the e-bike.
Failure to do so may cause you to
lose control of the e-bike and crash.
• Due to the greater acceleration of
an electric bicycle, you should also
pay particular attention to terrain
conditions as you may approach
obstacles faster than expected.
Riding faster increases the risks of
serious accidents. Watch out for other
vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, and
animals where you ride. Always operate
under control and at a safe speed.
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
WARNING
Please read all warnings carefully.
Failure to operate the e-bike safely may
result in serious injury or death to you
and others.
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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
Other road users such as drivers,
pedestrians and other cyclists may need
to adjust to the higher speed of the
e-bike and may not be aware of you. It is
your responsibility to anticipate and react
to avoid accidents.
E-bikes are Heavier than
Ordinary Bicycles
Always park the bike in a suitable safe
area away from children, cars or animals
that may come into contact with it. In
order to prevent possible injuries and
damage to the e-bike, park it so that
it cannot fall over. Use caution when
handling the e-bike (including, but not
limited to parking, lifting, pushing, loading
it into a car or onto a bicycle carrier and
unloading it).
Intended Use
Your Montague e-bike is intended,
designed, and tested for riding on paved
surfaces, smooth gravel roads and
improved trails with moderate grades
where the tires do not lose ground
contact.
Find out before your rst ride whether
your e-bike is equipped in accordance
with requirements for use on the
road. Note that national and regional
regulations may vary.
Items that may have special
requirements:
• Brakes
• Lighting and reectors
• Bell or other approved warning
device
Familiarize yourself with the legal
regulations and laws regarding e-bikes in
your country, state and/or city.
For example:
• Minimum rider age
• Compulsory insurance or if your
insurance policy must provide
coverage for accidents involving
use of this e-bike. You should
contact your insurance agent to
determine if you need additional
coverage.
• Operating licenses or whether
registration of your e-bike is
required
• Compulsory helmet use
• Use restrictions on public roads,
cycling paths and/or trails
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO
OPERATE YOUR E-BIKE IN A SAFE
AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER.
Always ride your e-bike under
control and at a safe speed. Be
aware of all other users of the road
such as pedestrians, other cyclists,
motorcycle, scooter, automobile and
truck drivers and animals. Note that
they may not see you due to their line
of sight, or be expecting and able to
react to the increased speed of the
e-bike depending on the weight and
type of vehicle. Be especially cautious
while riding at night.
WARNING
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Use of the Kickstand
The kickstand is not designed to
support the weight of a person sitting on
the e-bike. Make sure the kickstand is up
before riding. Park your e-bike on a level,
rm surface for the best support of your
e-bike.
Rear Cargo Rack
• The rear rack is designed to carry
cargo secured in panniers or other
containers.
• Never carry a passenger on the
rack.
• The maximum allowable cargo
weight for the rear rack is 55
pounds (25kg). Do not exceed this
weight as it could cause a weight
imbalance and could result in a loss
of control and injury.
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
It is your responsibility to know and
follow all local laws and regulations
regarding use of your e-bike.
WARNING Child Seats and Trailers
Drive System and
Supplementary Manuals
Your e-bike includes additional user
manuals for the various components
on your bike. For full instructions on
the operation and conguration of the
drive-assist system and associated
electronics, please read the included
drive-assist manual.
Please familiarize yourself with the
manufacturer’s instruction for intended
use or limitation. You are required to use
your e-bike responsibly.
Understand your e-bike, drive-assist
system and the intended use of both.
Using your e-bike the wrong way is
dangerous and can lead to serious
injury or death to you and others.
WARNING
Do not ride the e-bike through deep
water or submerge any part of the
e-bike. If you do so, you could lose
control of the e-bike or the drive
system can become disabled or
damaged.
WARNING
No child seats or trailers are allowed
for use with your Montague electric
bicycle.
WARNING
The weight carried on your rack
can aect the handling of a bicycle
by altering the center of gravity,
weight and balance. Using your rack
incorrectly can result in a loss of
control, resulting in serious injury and/
or death.
WARNING
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