If you fully discharge a lithium battery , it reduces its ability to hold a charge .
That results in a diminished capacity . It's best to keep a lithium battery charged . Plug it in after a ride ,
even if you've only gone a few miles . If you do empty the entire charge on a battery , you should recharge it as soon as you can .
Don't mix and match chargers . Only use the charger that came with your e - bike or conversion . It's possible to
cause an explosion and fire by using the wrong charger .
When you get a new e - bike or conversion kit fully charge the battery before your first ride .
Follow the instructions in the owner's manual . A full charge may take four to eight hours .
As mentioned earlier , you shouldn't fully discharge your e bike batteries on a regular basis .
Discharging lithium - ion batteries to 0 % is harmful . The batteries don't have a charge memory
Try not to expose your e - bike batteries to high heat , sub - freezing temperatures , water , or high humidity .
Avoid shock , vibration , and punctures . The better the environment the longer your battery will perform at capacity .
Extreme hot or cold temperatures will hurt performance . Lithium batteries like cooler temperatures .
If you want to extend your electric bicycle battery life , don't let it get hot . Warm is alright ,
but hot to the touch is bad . The recommended temperatures for storing your batteries are between and 32°F to 77°F .