E-bike

T16

Type: folding
Motor: 250W hub
Battery: 36V 10.4Ah

Model details from the Pedalwise device catalog (source). Check your own manual before you rely on a spec.

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General e-bike troubleshooting

Adjust a rear derailleur: limit screws, indexing and the hanger checkHow-to guideStep-by-step rear derailleur setup for e-bikes with cable shifting: check the hanger, set the H and L limit screws, index with the barrel adjuster and set the B screw.
Battery dies fast or range droppedTroubleshootingYour e-bike used to go further on a charge. How to tell normal wear and riding conditions from a battery or charger problem.
Battery won't chargeTroubleshootingThe charger light doesn't change or the battery won't go up. Safe checks on the charger, the outlet and the port, and when to stop.
Check and adjust a loose headsetHow-to guideCheck a threadless headset for play and adjust it in the right order: loosen the stem, set the top cap, retighten the stem bolts to spec, per Park Tool.
Check chain wear and replace an e-bike chainHow-to guideMeasure chain wear with a checker or ruler, know the replacement limits, then size, fit and join a new chain with a quick link, per Park Tool and Shimano.
Check cranks and the bottom bracketHow-to guideTrack down crank creaks and play: square taper vs splined cranks, pedal, crank and chainring bolt checks, and why a mid-drive motor's crank area is a shop job.
Check spokes and wheel true on an e-bikeHow-to guideHow to find loose or broken spokes, check a wheel for wobble and hop, and make a small truing correction, with when a hub motor wheel needs a shop, based on Park Tool and Magnum guidance.
Check the bolts on your e-bikeHow-to guideA monthly bolt check for e-bikes: stem, bars, seatpost, axle nuts, brakes, cranks, rack and fenders, with real torque examples from Rad's manual and Park Tool's chart.
Check wheel bearings and hub playHow-to guideA quick side play and spin check for e-bike wheel bearings, what the result means for cup and cone, cartridge and hub motor wheels, and why motor bearings are a pro job.
Clean and lube an e-bike chain, step by stepHow-to guideHow to clean, dry and lubricate an e-bike chain without getting water into the motor or lube on the brakes, based on Park Tool and Bosch guidance.
Clicking, grinding or squeaking noisesTroubleshootingWhere e-bike noises usually come from: the chain and gears, the brakes, loose bolts, the cranks and bearings, or the motor.
Dead or discontinued e-bike display: picking a compatible replacementHow-to guideHow to choose a replacement display for a hub motor e-bike when the original is dead or discontinued: protocol, plug and pin count, voltage, mount, and the settings to check afterwards.
Display blank, flickering or frozenTroubleshootingThe handlebar display won't show anything, flickers or freezes. Usually a plug, the battery, water or the display itself.
Display works but no pedal assistTroubleshootingThe display turns on, but the motor doesn't help when you pedal. Check the assist level, the speed sensor and the brake cut-offs.
E-bike battery care: charging, storage and when to replace itHow-to guideHow to charge, store and check an e-bike battery so it lasts longer and stays safe, plus what to do with one that's worn out or damaged.
E-bike brakes: signs of wear and how to replace disc brake padsHow-to guideE-bikes are heavier and faster than regular bikes, so brakes need regular checks. How to tell when pads, rotors or fluid need attention, and how to swap disc pads.
E-bike error codes: what they mean and what to try firstTroubleshootingYour e-bike display shows an error code. Here's how to read it, the safe things to try yourself, and where to find your system's official code list.
E-bike or scooter won't turn onTroubleshootingNothing happens when you press the power button. Work through the battery, the key and the plugs before assuming the worst.
E-bike repair: what you can do yourself and when to call a proHow-to guideWhich e-bike jobs are safe at home and which need a trained tech. A plain list, so you can fix what's easy and know when to stop.
Fix a flat on a rear hub motor wheel, step by stepHow-to guideHow to take out a hub motor rear wheel, fix the flat and refit it with the motor cable, torque arm and axle nuts done right, based on Rad Power Bikes, Ride1Up, Himiway and Park Tool guidance.
Fixing a flat on an e-bike, step by step, and how to get fewer of themHow-to guideFlats on e-bikes are harder than on regular bikes because of hub motors and heavier tires. Step-by-step repair for front and rear hub-motor wheels, plus prevention.
How to adjust brake lever reach and bite pointHow-to guideSet how far the brake lever sits from the grip and where the pads start to bite on Shimano, SRAM, Tektro and Magura levers, then check the e-bike's brake cutoff sensor still works.
How to adjust mechanical disc brakesHow-to guideSet cable tension, center the caliper and set pad clearance on cable-pulled disc brakes, following Park Tool's method for the common caliper types.
How to bed in new disc brake pads and rotorsHow-to guideBed in new disc brake pads or rotors before your first ride, following SRAM's published stop sequence, and what to do if the brakes stay noisy.
How to bleed Magura MT disc brakesHow-to guideFill and bleed Magura MT disc brakes with Magura Royal Blood mineral oil using Magura's EBT method, which always fills at the caliper, with Magura's torque values.
How to bleed Shimano hydraulic disc brakesHow-to guideBleed Shimano hydraulic disc brakes with the funnel method from Shimano's dealer manual, using Shimano mineral oil only, plus the torque values for the bleed screws.
How to bleed SRAM hydraulic disc brakesHow-to guideBleed SRAM Level, Guide, G2 and Code brakes with DOT 5.1 using SRAM's two syringe method, with notes on Bleeding Edge versus older caliper ports and on SRAM's mineral oil Maven brakes.
How to bleed Tektro hydraulic disc brakesHow-to guideBleed Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, common on e-bikes, with Tektro mineral oil using Tektro's caliper to reservoir method, with the bleed plug torque values from Tektro's own documents.
How to check and align your e-bike speed sensor magnetHow-to guideIf your speed reads zero, assist cuts out or you get a speed sensor error, check that the wheel magnet passes the sensor at the gap your maker gives. Here is how, and when to hand it to a dealer.
How to check and replace disc brake padsHow-to guideCheck disc brake pad wear against Park Tool, Shimano and SRAM limits, then remove and fit new pads on hydraulic or cable disc calipers.
How to check your brake cut-off switches and throttle before you rideHow-to guideA quick pre-ride test that the brake levers cut motor power and the throttle springs back. It is about confirming these safety features work, and getting them fixed if they don't.
How to check your e-bike or e-scooter chargerHow-to guideMake sure you have the right charger, read its lights the way your maker documents them, spot cord and plug damage, and charge in a safe place. Never open a charger.
How to clean, check and true disc brake rotorsHow-to guideSpot a contaminated, worn or bent rotor, clean it with what Shimano and SRAM recommend, check the wear limit and straighten light bends with a truing fork.
How to fix a spongy brake leverHow-to guideWork out why a brake lever feels soft or pulls to the bar: worn pads, sticky pistons, air in the system, old fluid or heat, and when a bleed is due on hydraulic e-bike brakes.
How to fix squealing disc brakesHow-to guideTrack down why your disc brakes squeal or howl: water and dirt, contaminated pads, poor bed-in, a rubbing caliper or worn parts, and when to replace pads and rotors.
How to inspect and clean e-bike and e-scooter connectorsHow-to guideA careful, one plug at a time check of the external connectors on your e-bike or e-scooter: what to look for, how to dry and reseat them, and when to stop and get a pro.
How to store your e-bike or e-scooter battery for winterHow-to guideLeave the battery partly charged, keep it indoors in a cool, dry, safe spot, and check it during storage. Here is what Bosch, Shimano, Rad, Yamaha, Segway and fire safety groups say.
How to update your e-bike or e-scooter firmware the official wayHow-to guideUse your maker's own app or your dealer to check for and install firmware updates. Here is how Bosch, Shimano, Segway and Xiaomi do it, and why to skip third-party firmware and speed tools.
Hub motor e-bike dead controller: matching a universal KT style replacementHow-to guideHow to tell whether a universal KT or similar controller can replace a dead one on a hub motor e-bike: voltage, current, phase and hall plugs, connectors, display protocol, throttle and brake sensors.
Install tire linersHow-to guideFit a puncture protection liner such as Tannus Armour inside an e-bike tire: liner around the tube, check for pinching, and run a little below max pressure as Rad advises.
Motor cuts out or power comes and goesTroubleshootingThe motor stops helping on and off, over bumps or on hills. Usually a loose connection, a brake sensor, heat or a tired battery.
My e-bike or scooter got wetTroubleshootingRode through heavy rain or a deep puddle, or washed it with a hose? What to do now, and the signs that water got in.
Repair or replace your e-bike? How to decideHow-to guideWhen an e-bike or scooter breaks, repair is often cheaper than replacing it, and it keeps a working machine out of the landfill. How to weigh it up.
Replace a shifter cableHow-to guideReplace the inner shift cable on flat bar trigger shifters, check the housing, clamp, trim and cap the cable, then index the gears, following Park Tool's method.
Replace bike pedals, step by stepHow-to guideHow to remove and fit bike pedals on an e-bike: the left pedal is reverse threaded, grease the threads and tighten to the maker's torque, based on Park Tool and Rad Power Bikes.
Replace handlebar gripsHow-to guideSwap lock-on or slip-on grips on an e-bike without disturbing the throttle or its wires, using Park Tool and Rad Power Bikes methods.
Set saddle height and positionHow-to guideSet your e-bike saddle height with the heel method, set setback and tilt, respect the minimum insertion mark and tighten the clamp to spec, per Park Tool, Giant and Rad.
Set up tubeless tires and keep the sealant freshHow-to guideHow to tape a rim, mount a tubeless tire, add sealant, keep it topped up and fix a puncture with a plug, based on Park Tool, Schwalbe and Stan's NoTubes guidance.
Set your e-bike tire pressure, step by stepHow-to guideHow to find the right tire pressure for your e-bike from the sidewall, your rim, load and terrain, and how to check it with a gauge, based on Schwalbe, Bosch, Canyon and Lectric advice.
Stop disc brake rub: center the caliperHow-to guideFix a rubbing disc brake by checking the wheel and rotor, then centering a hydraulic or mechanical caliper over the rotor with Park Tool's method.
Throttle not workingTroubleshootingThe thumb or twist throttle doesn't move the bike or scooter. Simple checks before the throttle or controller gets replaced.
Universal throttle and pedal assist sensor replacements: what has to matchHow-to guideReplacing a thumb or twist throttle or a PAS sensor with a universal or aftermarket part: signal, plug and magnet count, class rules, and examples from parts specialists.
Wash an e-bike safelyHow-to guideHow to wash an e-bike without harming the motor, battery contacts or display: battery out, no pressure washer, gentle soap, dry well and re-lube the chain, per Bosch and Rad.
When and how to bleed hydraulic disc brakesHow-to guideWhen a hydraulic brake needs a bleed, why mineral oil and DOT fluid never mix, the general bleed flow from Shimano and SRAM, and where to find your brake's official procedure.