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Rad Power Bikes Chat => General Chat => Topic started by: vtealv on September 09, 2020, 05:33:32 PM

Title: Battery charging question
Post by: vtealv on September 09, 2020, 05:33:32 PM
Hello,

Do I have to wait until the battery is fully discharged to charge again or is it ok to charge the battery every time I'm done using the bike even though I may have only used 20%-30% of the battery each time?


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Title: Re: Battery charging question
Post by: Mic on September 10, 2020, 02:30:57 AM
I do. I estimate that I have re/charged it approx 200 times
Title: Re: Battery charging question
Post by: Dan B on September 10, 2020, 09:25:12 AM
I had the understanding that it is recommended the battery not be fully discharged before charging. I believe it has been stated that discharge to about 1 bar then charging will make the battery last longer than a full discharge.
Title: Re: Battery charging question
Post by: TDR on September 10, 2020, 09:30:29 AM
The owners manual says its safe to recharge after every ride regardless of the amount of charge used. I charge mine every day I I ride.
Title: Re: Battery charging question
Post by: Ryan on September 11, 2020, 10:15:45 AM
As TDR mentioned the owners manual has really helpful information related to charging, especially for when you first receive the bike. We personally charge every 1-2 rides depending on distance. I try to charge it to 80% or so instead of letting it fully charge unless I really need the long range. It's more of a guess though since you don't know the battery %.