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V. MAINTENANCE

V. MAINTENANCE

3.  Carefully slide and align the wheel axle into the rear dropouts. Before 

hand-tightening the axle nuts, verify you’ve installed the wheel in the right 

direction. Is the brake rotor on the same side as the brake caliper?  

4.  Using a 15 mm wrench—a deep well socket wrench is recommended—

tighten the wheel axle nuts to the torque specifications (p.75). Spin the 

wheel to check if it is centered; then squeeze the rear brake lever to 

confirm the brakes are operating correctly.

5.  Connect the shifter cable to the hub. Refer to the manufacturer’s service 

manual or ask a qualified bicycle mechanic for a demonstration. Cycle 

through the gears; each shift should be smooth and buttery. Make any 

necessary adjustments.

TO REMOVE YOUR REAR WHEEL:

  PRO TIP: Calibrating for proper shifting can be difficult if you’re 

unfamiliar with internal hub gear mechanics. Do not remove the wheel 

unless you are prepared to make the necessary re-adjustments. Refer to 

the manufacturer’s installation and service instructions.

1.  Lower the kickstand—or mount the bicycle frame in a repair stand—so that 

the rear wheel is elevated from the ground. Then, upshift the gears until the 

shifting cable has the most slack.

2.  Disengage the shifter cable from the hub. Refer to the manufacturer’s 

service manual or ask a qualified bicycle mechanic for a demonstration.

3.  Using a 15mm wrench—or a deep well socket wrench if you have one—

loosen the two axle nuts evenly and enough to allow for easy wheel 

removal. Be careful not to scratch the paint job.

4.  Push the wheel downward out of the dropouts until the belt or chain can 

be disengaged from the rear sprocket. If your bike is equipped with a belt, 

take extra care not to stress, bind, or kink it.

5.  Carefully remove the wheel from the frame, ensuring that the bike does not 

tip over.

FRONT MOTOR

Faraday’s 250W motor may be smooth and silent, but—when in pedal assist 

mode—it packs the punch of a Tour de France cyclist (See 

Selector on p.19 for 

full pedal assist instructions). 

  PRO TIP: If the motor cable is disconnected, you’ll be pedaling all on 

your own (See the figures on p.38, 

To Install Your Front Wheel). Confirm 

their installation.

If you wish to install a new disc brake rotor, always use the stock (M4 x 8mm) 

screws provided. Contact a licensed mechanic or us at Faraday for sourcing 

proper rotor and mounting screw replacements.