Frequently Asked Questions
What Everyone Asks
How fast does it go?
How far does it go on one
charge?
How long does it take to
recharge?
Why are the wheels so small?
How much noise does it
make?
Can two people ride?
What People Seriously Considering Ownership Ask
How much does it cost?
How much does a complete
charge cost?
How long do the batteries
last, and how much do they cost?
How much maintenance is
required?
What breaks first?
What should I expect to replace?
Is it safe to ride in the
rain?
What if it sits in the
sun?
Is that 200 pound weight
limit a rigid requirement?
What Actual Owners Ask
Regen Braking
How much will it increase
my range?
Why is it so loud?
What is "excessive"
regen braking and how will that damage the batteries?
What’s the “best”
way to use it?
Cooling and the “T” (Temperature) Light
What’s that fan I can
hear at stoplights?
How long does it take to
cool down?
What sorts of practices
can keep the motor cool?
Miscellaneous
How do I get into the “trunk”
where I can store the manual and my registration?
What if my license plate doesn’t
fit the mount on the back of the Lectra?