do i have to pedal first to get the motor to run?
278432
NO! this does not have a PAS sensor you can start off using only the throttle +but with out a torque bar could be hard on the dropouts on the fork
278433
No - you don't ever have to pedal if you don't want to. If you pedal you don't use as much battery.
278434
No you don't. But, if you're throttling-up from dead stop you'll want to because the brushless motor has very weak torque so it will strain mightily and gobble a lot of current which will shorten your range. If you're already moving and you want more speed all you have to do is twist the throttle. Some kits come with pedal-assist controller and power up the motor by sensing when you pedal. The pedal assist feature lets you control the motor much like the throttle thumb. I wish I had purchased a kit with that feature because on long rides the back pressure on the throttle causes hand fatigue.
278435
No, but it helps to be moving to conserve battery usage. Starting from a stand still is harder on the motor.
114902
It's a simple operation, if you consider messing around with the tail rotor control until you get it just right.You may get lucky the first time and you're ready to go. Then again, it might be fifty times. ew...Patience is the key. Move the control to the right (or left) and make tiny adjustments from there. You should hit it easier that way.Good luck and keep flying,Dale
897636
Mine that I just got today definitely has a gradual start. I can get it to run as low as ~5rpm pretty easily.
327358
Yes, within reason. Make sure you have a fresh battery in and keep the rpm's up.
1831277
Yes, you should have gotten a parts list (on the back of instructions to put it together). Mine was delivered with a broken pedal so I went online and ordered a new one. They sent it (free, of course).
458214
Yes you may; however, keep in mind these motors include a starter winding which may be defective.
1394637
Yep, the bike must be in motion with the pedals moving. This is pretty much true of all drailleur systems. Enjoy! I still have mine and though I've had to make small adjustments, it still rides great.
873171
This is a Capacitor start motor. You can do it, but you will need to move the capacitor to each line.
1648541
There is a red button next to the throttle and when it is pushed in then power mode is activated when it is out then you can pedal manually! Hope that helps :-)
2241476
No, you have to pull it to start. But it's still running great and starts on the first pull almost every time.
82475
No, but if you hook it up the way it is suppose to the handle bars will move when you pedal. However there is a way to not connect the handle bars to the pedals.
1578358
Make sure it is plugged in. start pedaling. push the button on the lower left to begin a new workout. if you are continuing a previous ride then push the button on the top left. If you want more tension push the button on the right marked up or down- next to the tension display - until you reach the one you are comfortable with. You can also set it up specifically for which kind of workout you want to do. Its an awesome bike. Very quiet.
102470
If you touch the bottom machinery underneath- mine were BURNING HOT after 20 minutes using mine today for the first time. The pedals do not get hot, though, so you just need to make sure you hold it by the white parts. It even says on the directions that it will get hot.. This doesn't interfere with function at all though...
1578357
There are 2 push buttons on the screen. One is for a quick start. That is the one I normally use. Set the speed and resistance and pedal. Simple.There are also programs you can work with. A complete booklet comes with it.
641320
Just some practice, I did it on my second try, you need a very smooth surface and hit the turbo button about two feet before the jump, it works, just don't give up it will happen. I've been playing with rc bikes for 10 yrs, when it happens you'll be smilen, drive it till it breaks, but don't try to break it, I've had this bike for almost a yr now, pretty scuffed up but still running strong. Have fun
2061108
You can use it manually, i dont use it with the pedal i feel i have more control by hand
37735
Yes. Just flip a couple of connectors. Instructions are included with the motor.