Owner s Manual. 1st Edition 2017 Bignay Inc.

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1 Owner s Manual 1st Edition 2017 Bignay Inc.

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3 Gi Fly Owner s Manual 1st Edition, 2017 This Manual meets ISO-4210 and 16 CFR 1512 standards. IMPORTANT: This Manual contains important safety, performance, and service information. Read this Manual in its entirety before you take the first ride on your new Gi Fly, and keep it for future reference. Additional safety, performance, and service information may also be available for specific components such as the belt drive or pedals on your bicycle, or for accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase. If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for your safety and consult with your dealer or the bicycle manufacturer, Bignay Inc. Note This Manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair, or maintenance manual. Please see your dealer or Bignay Inc. for all service, repairs, or maintenance. Bignay Inc. or your dealer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics, and books on bicycle use, service, repair, or maintenance.

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5 Dear friend, Thank you for your support and congratulations on the purchase of your Gi Fly. We welcome you to the Gi Fly Family! This Manual will serve as your guide for proper usage. It will explain features and functions, as well as provide useful tips with regards to maintenance. It is our hope that your Gi Fly provides you with the freedom to move, interact, connect and enjoy your commute. As a member of our community, we invite you to engage in meaningful conversations with us. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any comments, questions, and concerns. Just us at contact@giflybike.com. We are here to help. All the very best, Lucas Toledo Agustín Augustinoy Eric Sevillia PS: Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube! 3

6 Table of contents 4 Letter from the Founders Table of contents 1. Quick start guide 2. General warnings 3. Laws and regulations 4. A special note for parents 5. Modifications and refinishing 6. Fitting your Gi Fly A. Saddle position i. Adjusting saddle height ii. Front and back adjustment B. Handlebar height and angle C. Brake position adjustments 7. Pre-ride steps A. Mechanical safety check B. First ride 8. Safety A. The basics B. Riding safety C. Wet weather riding D. Night riding 9. Getting to know your Gi Fly A. General overview B. Gi Fly System Serial Number C. Activating your Gi Fly D. Using your USB key for the first time E. Folding mechanism i. Folding your Gi Fly - Beginner ii. Folding your Gi Fly - Expert iii. Unfolding your Gi Fly - Beginner iv. Unfolding your Gi Fly - Expert v. Moving your folded Gi Fly vi. Adjusting your folding mechanism and eliminating play between the front and rear parts of the bike. F. LED lights G. Gi Fly s smart locking system i. Managing the locking mechanism via the Gi Fly mobile app

7 ii. Locking/Unlocking Gi Fly using the Gi Fly mobile application iii. Managing the locking mechanism via the USB key H. Charging your phone with Gi Fly 10. Hardware A. Battery i. Cautions ii. Knowing when to charge your Gi Fly iii. Care and maintenance of your LifePo4 battery iv. Proper charging sequence B. Brakes i. Brake controls and feature ii. How brakes work C. Motor i. Maximizing your motor and battery s performance and reliability D. Rear mudguard E. Belt drive i. How to regulate the belt tension F. Solid tires G. Saddle H. Cell phone holder I. Pedals 11. Cleaning and preventing corrosion A. Removing and installing wheels or brake pads/discs 12. Service A. Service intervals B. If your bicycle sustains an impact 13. Warranty 14. Troubleshooting A. I am having trouble folding and unfolding the bike B. I am having trouble with the Gi Fly mobile application C. I am unable to charge my Gi Fly D. I am unable to pedal E. I am unable to brake F. My belt drive has fallen out of place G. My motor is not working H. My cell phone holder is not functioning properly I.The bike folds a little at the hinge when I use the brakes. Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C

8 1 Quick start guide Read these instructions carefully or use the following link to watch a demonstration: Unpacking the box. 1 Remove the small boxes within the large box. The smaller boxes contain the bike s charger, pedals, cellphone holder, reflectors, as well as the tools for assembly. 2 Remove the seat and seatpost, the rear mudguard, and rear light from the box. These parts will arrive unattached to the bike. We will assemble them shortly (see image A). A 3 Remove the bike and handlebars from the box. The handlebars will be attached to the folded bike by wires. For this reason, it is important to take the bike out by grabbing onto the wheels and frame of the bike. Do not pull any of the wires in an attempt to take out the bike (see image B). B 4 Lay the bike on the ground on its side, in the same position that the bike was in while in the box. We will assemble the handlebars onto the bike shortly (see image C). C 6

9 Caution Do not attempt to unfold the bike at this point in time! Assembling your Gi Fly 5 Put the seatpost on the folded bike. Slide the tube of the seatpost halfway into the seat tube. Once you have inserted the seatpost tube, securely fasten the clasp on the bike tube (refer to section 6.A.i of the Gi Fly manual for further instruction). Don t worry about the height of the seatpost we are not fitting you to your Gi Fly at this point. We are putting the seatpost onto the bike so that it can stand while in its folded position (see image D). D 6 Stand the bike in its folded position. Now that you have attached the seatpost and saddle you can stand the bike up in its folded position. To do this, balance the bike on the back of the saddle and on its two wheels (See image E). E 7

10 F 7 Attach the handlebars to the stem. Get the box with the tools. In this box you will find 4 M5 screws as well as a 3-ended allen wrench (See image F). 8 Fasten the handlebars onto the bike. Make sure that the wires are not tangled and that the handlebars are in their correct position. Fasten the stem screws to 9.8 newtons or until the handlebars do not move. Be careful not to strip the threads and make sure that the center of the handlebar lines up with the center of the frame (See image G). G Unfolding your Gi Fly for the first time 9 To unfold your bike, stand on the LEFT side of the bike, with your left hand on the left handle grip. Slide the stainless steel button on the folding lever upwards so that the lever pops out of the frame (see image H). Make sure that the left pedal crank is not interfering with the bike s front wheel (see image I). Push the front wheel forward with your left hand on the left grip while simultaneously pulling the back wheel up and backwards using your right hand on the lever (see image J). Push the folding lever back down into the frame and slide the stainless steel button down to secure the lever and lock the folding mechanism (see image K). H J K I 8

11 10 Attach the rear light. Now that the handlebars are attached you can go ahead and attach the rear light. Connect the cable of the rear light (ensure the colors match) which you can find on the right side of the bike, to the cable dangling below the seatpost and next to the front sprocket (see image L). Use the 2 M6 screws and the 3-ended allen wrench (which you can find in the small box with the rest of the tools) to attach the rear light component to the frame. Fasten this component securely (see image M ). L M Attaching the pedals N 11 Attach the pedals to the bike. Take a look at the screws of both pedals one is inscribed with an L (indicating that this pedal goes on the left side of the bike) and the other has an R (indicating that this pedal goes on the right side of the bike). Screw the left pedal in counterclockwise and the right pedal in clockwise (see image N). L R Attaching the cellphone holder 12 Attach the cellphone holder. Follow the instructions on the cell phone holder box (see image O). O 9

12 Turning on the bike 13 Turn on the battery. Press the button on the underside of the frame (see image P). P 14 In order to add reflectors, refer to appendix C of the manual to determine which ones you much attach to your bike (different reflectors are required by different countries). Choose from the selection of reflectors in the box appropriately. Activate your Gi Fly via the Gi Fly mobile app Head to Section 11.C in the manual for detailed instructions. Note Be sure to charge your Gi Fly upon receiving your bike! You cannot actvate the bike without first having charged your battery. Read the manual in its entirety before heading out for your first ride. 10

13 General warnings 2 Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk, so you need to know and to practice the rules of safe and responsible riding and of proper use and maintenance. Proper use and maintenance of your bicycle reduces risk of injury. This Manual contains many s and Cautions concerning the consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your bicycle and of failure to follow safe cycling practices. The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or is an alert against unsafe practices. The word CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious damage to the bicycle or the voiding of your warranty. Many of the s and Cautions say you may lose control and fall. As any fall may result in serious injury or even death, we do not always repeat the warning of possible injury or death. Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can occur while riding, this Manual makes no representation regarding the safe use of the bicycle under all conditions. There are risks associated with the use of any bicycle which cannot be predicted or avoided, and which are the sole responsibility of the rider. It is extremely dangerous to use the Gi Fly mobile app while riding. Such behavior could result in serious injury and even death. Find a safe place to stop pedaling in order to configure the settings of the Gi Fly mobile app. If your frame begins to separate and the distance grows larger than 5 mm, as seen in the picture to the right, then you must stop riding your bike immediately. Contact your retailer or Bignay to contact@giflybike.com. DISCLAIMER, COPYRIGHTS AND TRADEMARKS Disclaimer Hey! Gi Fly features are operated via the Gi Fly mobile app. They cannot be operated manually. You may find the app in the App Store for ios and on Google Play for Android. 11

14 goo.gl/m3l6mo goo.gl/fbm9zy The specifications, information, and performance of Gi Fly and other products manufactured by, sold under license, granted by, and featured in this document by Bignay Inc. may change without notice. The use of this information or products and the conditions under which the products are used are the sole responsibility of the buyer and/or the rider. It is the buyer s and/or rider s responsibility to determine the correct and safe selection of settings and conditions of use of the products and to periodically check the products for secure and proper operation. To the extent that the law permits, any liability which may be incurred as a result of the use of a product manufactured by or sold under license granted by Bignay is limited to the cost of repairing or replacing the failed product or component at the discretion of Bignay, either within or outside of warranty periods, and does not extend to any loss or damage which may be caused as a consequence of misuse or failure of the products. Damages to the product, other property, or any persons are the responsibility of the buyer and/or rider. By using this product manufactured by or sold under license granted by Bignay, you are stating that you have read this disclaimer and agree to hold Bignay, its owner(s) and any of its employees or directors free from all liabilities, that you agree you are using and operating the product at your own risk, and that no warranties or guarantees are made by Bignay Inc., expressed or implied, on performance or operation. Attention Electric powered bike/e-bike The product has been found compliant with the requirements of the following standards for bicycles: CPSC 16 CFR 1512 according to the CPSC Bicycle Compliance Test Manual (1976) and ISO 4210:2015 according to the ISO Cycles-Safety requirements for bicycles (2015E). Electrical components comply with international safety certifications UN 38.3, MSDS, FCC, CE and RoHS. Copyright notice Copyright Bignay Incorporated. All rights reserved. This material provided by Bignay Inc. is the property of Bignay Inc. and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view this material and print this material only for personal use, provided that you maintain all copyright, trademark, and other proprietary rights or notices. You may not otherwise use, reproduce, store, post, broadcast, transmit, modify, sell, or make available to others or the public, content from this material without the prior written approval of Bignay Inc. 12 Trademarks Gi Fly is a registered trademark of Bignay Inc. Gi Fly is a trademark of Bignay Inc. Bignay is a registered trademark of Bignay Inc. The trademarks and logo may not be used without the prior written approval of Bignay Inc.

15 Laws and regulations 3 Do not violate local laws. Do not ride on the highway, metro station, or any public place where e-bikes or bikes are not allowed. Electric-powered bikes are under the protection of the traffic laws. When available, ride your bike in the special lane designated for biking. The speed of the e-bike will fluctuate and the maximum speed is 25 km/h with the electric assistance. In some countries or regions, some featured e-bikes should meet the following standards: Lighting system is necessary: front lamps should be white and rear lamps should be red. A ring bell. Reflectors: please see Appendix C to identify the proper use and application of your reflectors. The maximum power is 250 W, with a maximum speed of 25km/h with the electric assistance. A helmet, license, and insurance may be required when riding in your location. This is the responsibility of the owner of the bike. Safety is always the first priority even if the speed is within 25 km/h. Electric-powered bikes are not allowed to carry other people. Please keep children away from the bike. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are not responsible for abuse, such as improper repair or overload. This electric-powered bike is not designed for bearing excessive weights. Certifications were acquired through tests conducted with a 100 kg rider. Thus, 100 kg is our recommended weight limit for Gi Fly. That is, the product is ensured for riders up to 100 kg. 13

16 4 A special note for parents As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the activities and safety of your minor child, and that includes making sure that the bicycle is properly fitted to the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned and understand the safe operation of the bicycle; and that you and your child have learned, understand, and obey not only the applicable local motor vehicle, bicycle and traffic laws, but also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling. As a parent, you should read this Manual, as well as review its warnings and the bicycle s functions and operating procedures with your child, before letting your child ride the bicycle. Make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle helmet when riding; but also make sure that your child understands that a bicycle helmet is for bicycling only, and must be removed when not riding. A helmet must not be worn while playing, in play areas, on playground equipment, while climbing trees, or at any time while not riding a bicycle. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. 14

17 Modifications and refinishing 5 Do not modify or refinish your Gi Fly or any of Gi Fly s components in any way. Such modifications or refinishing will void any applicable warranty and could pose a serious threat to the rider. Modifications can cause damage which can increase the risk of failure and accident which may result in serious injury or death. Refinishing can hide structural damage, such as fatigue cracks or structural problems which may also result in an accident. There are many components and accessories available to enhance the comfort, performance, and appearance of your bicycle. However, if you change components or add accessories, you do so at your own risk. The bicycle s manufacturer may not have tested the specific component or accessory for compatibility, reliability, or safety on your bicycle. Before installing any component or accessory, including but not limited to a different size tire, a lighting system, a luggage rack, a child seat, a trailer, etc., make sure that it is compatible with your bicycle by checking with your dealer or with Bignay Inc. Be sure to read, understand, and follow the instructions that accompany the products you purchase for your bicycle. See also Appendix A for proper usage of your Gi Fly. Failure to confirm compatibility, properly install, operate, and maintain any component or accessory can result in serious injury or death. Exposed springs on the saddle of any bicycle fitted with a child seat can cause serious injury to the child. Changing the components on your bike with those other than genuine replacement parts may compromise the safety of your bicycle and may void the warranty. Check with your dealer or with Bignay Inc. before changing any components of your bike. 15

18 6 Fitting your Gi Fly Caution Correct fit is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance and comfort. Making the adjustments to your bicycle which result in correct fit for your body and riding conditions requires experience, skill and special tools. Always have your dealer or local bike shop make the adjustments on your bicycle; or, if you have the experience, skill and tools, have your dealer or local bike shop check your work before riding. A Saddle position Saddle screws are appropriately fastened when torque force is equal to 9.8 Nm. Please be considerate of this specification and use the proper tools to achieve this torque. If necessary, see your local bike mechanic. Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most performance and comfort from your Gi Fly. If the saddle position is not comfortable for you, see your dealer or local bike shop. Alternatively, you can attempt to fit your bicycle: Sit on the saddle. Place one of your feet on the appropriate pedal (see Img.1). Rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the down position and the crank arm is parallel to the seat tube (see Img.1). If your leg is not completely straight, your saddle height needs to be adjusted. If your hips must rock for the heel to reach the pedal, the saddle is too high. If your leg is bent at the knee with your heel on the pedal, the saddle is too low. Img. 1 16

19 i. Adjusting saddle height Ask your dealer or local bike shop to set the saddle for your optimal riding position and to show you how to make this adjustment. Please follow the instructions below if you choose to make your own saddle height adjustment: 1. Move the quick-release lever from its closed position (Img.2.A) to its open position (Img.2.B). 2. While the lever is open, tighten the quick-release adjusting nut until finger-tight (Img.2.B). 3. Place the lever in the palm of your hand and squeeze the lever with significant force (Img.2.C), until it reaches the closed position (Img.2.D). 4. Keep in mind that you can adjust the height of your Plume Mudguard, which, in turn, will allow you to adjust your seatpost height. Img. 2 If the lever is moved to the CLOSE position with little or no resistance, clamping strength is insufficient. Return the lever to the open position, tighten the quick-release adjusting nut further and close the lever, and again test for resistance. If you follow these procedures but still cannot get the seat clamp to function properly, either repeat these adjustment procedures again or take your bicycle to your retailer for service. Orient the quick-release lever so it does not touch the frame or interfere with any other bicycle part or accessory part (such as a rack or brake cable) or touch any part of the bicycle. Be careful not to raise the height of the Plume Mudguard to the point that the saddle interferes with the Plume s ability to coil and uncoil. Also note that if the Plume Mudguard is placed too low, then it will interfere with the rear light. 17

20 Once the saddle is at the correct height, make sure that the seatpost does not project from the frame beyond its Minimum Insertion mark (see Img.3.A). If the minimum and maximum insertions of your seatpost are not respected (see Img.3), then the seatpost, binder, or even the frame may break, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Img. 3 ii. Front and back adjustment The saddle can be adjusted forward or backward to help you achieve optimal position on the bike. Ask your dealer or local bike shop to set the saddle for your optimal riding position and to show you how to make this adjustment. If you make your own front and back adjustment, make sure that the clamp mechanism is clamping on the straight part of the saddle rails and is not touching the curved part of the rails, and that you are using the recommended torque on the clamping fastener(s). When making saddle angle adjustments with a single bolt saddle clamp, always check to make sure that the serrations on the mating surfaces of the clamp are not worn. Worn serrations on the clamp can allow the saddle to move, causing you to lose control and fall. 18 Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. Bolts that are too tight can stretch and deform. Bolts that are too loose can move and fatigue. Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt, causing you to lose control and fall.

21 Small changes in saddle position can have a substantial effect on performance and comfort. To find your best saddle position, make only one adjustment at a time. After any saddle adjustment, be sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly seated and tightened before riding. A loose saddle clamp or seatpost clamp can cause damage to the seat post, or can cause you to lose control and fall. A correctly tightened saddle adjusting mechanism will allow no saddle movement in any direction. Periodically check to make sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened. If, in spite of carefully adjusting the saddle height, tilt and fore-and-aft position, your saddle is still uncomfortable, you may need a different saddle design. Saddles, like people, come in many different shapes, sizes and resilience. Your dealer or local bike shop can help you select a saddle which, when correctly adjusted for your body and riding style, will be comfortable. As an urban bicycle, Gi Fly s saddle is designed for urban riding - wide girth and lots of padding around the edges. Some people have claimed that extended riding with a saddle which is incorrectly adjusted or which does not support your pelvic area correctly can cause short-term or long-term injury to nerves and blood vessels, or even impotence. If your saddle causes you pain, numbness, or other discomfort, listen to your body and stop riding until you see your dealer or local bike shop about saddle adjustment or a different saddle. B Handlebar height and angle Your bike is equipped with a threadless stem, which clamps onto the outside of the steerer tube. With the threadless stem your dealer or local bike shop may be able to change the handlebar height by moving height adjustment spacers from below the stem to above the stem, or vice versa. Otherwise, you ll have to get a stem of different length or rise. Consult your dealer or Bignay Inc. Do not attempt to do this yourself, as it requires special knowledge. Img. 4 The stem screws (labeled i in Img.4) are appropriately fastened when their torque force is equal to 9.8 Nm. Please be considerate of this specification and use the proper tools to achieve this torque. if necessary, see your local bike mechanic. 19

22 The handlebar screws (labeled ii in Img.4) are appropriately fastened when their torque force is equal to 6 Nm. Please be considerate of this specification and use the proper tools to achieve this torque. if necessary, see your local bike mechanic. Sometimes changing the stem or stem height can affect the tension of the front brake cable, locking the front brake or creating excess cable slack which can make the front brake inoperable. If the front brake pads move in towards the wheel rim or out away from the wheel rim when the stem or stem height is changed, the brakes must be correctly adjusted before you ride Gi Fly. We do not recommend you adjust the stem angle as changing the stem angle may also require adjustments to the bicycle s controls. See your local bicycle mechanic if necessary. If you do decide to adjust the stem angle, loosen the screws on the stem so that you are able to regulate the angle. Once you have chosen the angle, tighten the screws to their appropriate torque force. An insufficiently tightened stem clamp bolt, handlebar clamp bolt, or bar end extension clamping bolt may compromise steering action, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, the bolts are insufficiently tightened. Be aware that adding aerodynamic extensions to handlebars will change the steering and braking response of the bicycle. C Brakes position adjustments The angle of the brakes and their position on the handlebars can be changed. Ask your dealer or local bike shop to make the adjustments for you. If you choose to make your own control lever angle adjustment, be sure to re-tighten the clamp fasteners to the recommended torque. The shorter the brake lever reach, the more critical it is to have correctly adjusted brakes, so that full braking power can be applied within available brake lever travel. Brake lever travel insufficient to apply full braking power can result in loss of control, which may result in serious injury or death. 20

23 Pre-ride steps 7 A Mechanical safety check Routinely check the condition of your bicycle before every ride. Nuts, bolts screws & other fasteners: Because Gi Fly employs a wide variety of fastener sizes and shapes made in a variety of materials, often differing by model and component, the correct tightening force or torque cannot be generalized. You may visit your local bike shop to make sure that the many fasteners on your bicycle are correctly tightened. A professional bicycle mechanic with a torque wrench should tighten the fasteners on you bicycle. We recommend that you do not work on Gi Fly. If you need to make an adjustment at home or in the field, we urge you to exercise care, and to have the fasteners you worked on checked by your dealer or local bike shop as soon as possible. Anything loose? Lift the front wheel off the ground by two or three inches, then let it bounce on the ground. Anything sound, feel, or look loose? Do a visual and tactile inspection of the whole bike. Any loose parts or accessories? If so, secure them. If you re not sure, ask someone with experience to check. Tires in good shape? Spin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the tread and sidewall. Replace damaged tires before riding the bike. Wheels true? Spin each wheel and check for brake clearance and side-to-side wobble. If a wheel wobbles side to side even slightly, or rubs against or hits the brake pads, take the bike to a qualified bike shop to have the wheel trued. Wheel trueing is a skill which requires special tools and experience. Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you have the knowledge, experience, and tools needed to do the job correctly. Bicycle wheel rims are subject to wear. Ask your dealer or local bike shop about wheel rim wear. Some wheel rims have a rim wear indicator which becomes visible as the rim s braking surface wears. A visible rim wear indicator on the side of the wheel rim is an indication that the wheel rim has reached its maximum usable life. Riding a wheel that is at the end of its usable life can result in wheel failure, which can cause you to lose control and fall. The wheels are securely fastened when torque force is equal to 60 Nm for the front wheel and 50 Nm for the back wheel. Please be considerate of this specification and use the proper tools to achieve this torque. If necessary, see your local bike mechanic. 21

24 Brakes: Check the brakes for proper operation. Squeeze the brake levers. Are the brake quick-releases closed? All control cables seated and securely engaged? Do the brakes begin to engage within an inch of brake lever movement? Can you apply full braking force at the levers without having them touch the handlebar? If not, your brakes need adjustment. Do not ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjusted by a professional bicycle mechanic. Wheel retention system: Make sure the front and rear wheels are correctly secured. Seatpost: Check that Gi Fly s seat clamp is properly adjusted and in the locked position. Handlebar and saddle alignment: Make sure the saddle and handlebar stem are parallel to the Gi Fly s center line and clamped tight enough so that you can t twist them out of alignment. Handlebar ends: Make sure Gi Fly s handlebar grips are secure and in good condition, with no cuts, tears, or worn out areas. If not, have your dealer or local bike shop replace them. Make sure the handlebar ends are plugged. If not, have your dealer or local bike shop plug them before you ride. Loose or damaged handlebar grips can cause you to lose control and fall. Unplugged handlebars can cut you and cause serious injury in an otherwise minor accident. B First ride 22 When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first familiarization ride on your new Gi Fly, be sure to pick a controlled environment, away from cars, other cyclists, obstacles, or other hazards. Ride to familiarize yourself with the controls, features, and performance. Get accustomed to the braking action of Gi Fly. Test the brakes at a slow speed, putting your weight toward the rear and gently applying the brakes, rear brake first. Sudden or excessive application of the front brake could throw you over the handlebars. Applying the brakes too hard can lock up a wheel, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Skidding is an example of what can happen when a wheel locks up. Familiarize yourself with the Gi Fly mobile app. Never use the Gi Fly mobile app while riding. You can find the tutorial in the following link: Check out the handling and response of the bike; and evaluate your comfort level. If you have any questions, or if you feel anything about the bike is not as it should be, consult your dealer, local bike store, or Bignay Inc. before you ride again.

25 Safety 8 A The Basics The location in which you ride may require specific safety devices. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the local laws where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bike as the law requires. Gi Fly is an urban bicycle. As such, we recommend that you do not ride on rough terrain. The bike was not designed for rough terrain. If you choose to take Gi Fly off-road then the bike will break and all warranties will no longer be applicable. Off-roading with Gi Fly poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of the rider. Gi Fly was designed specifically for urban areas. It is not suitable for aggressive riding. Do not participate in extreme, stunt, or competition riding with your Gi Fly. Whether you call it Aggro, Hucking, Freeride, North Shore, Downhill, Jumping, Stunt Riding, Racing, or something else: if you engage in this sort of extreme, aggressive riding you will get hurt, and you voluntarily assume a greatly increased risk of injury or death. It is extremely dangerous to use the Gi Fly mobile application while riding. Such behavior could result in serious injury and even death. We ask that you stop riding and then configure the settings of the Gi Fly mobile application. It is absolutely essential to put reflectors on your Gi Fly. Countries have different regulations with regards to types of reflectors. We have provided several different models of reflectors. It is your job to identify and install the appropriate model based on your country s regulations. See Appendix C to learn about the proper use and application of reflectors. Observe all local bicycle laws and regulations. Observe regulations about bicycle lighting, licensing of bicycles, riding on sidewalks, laws regulating bike path and trail use, helmet laws, child carrier laws, special bicycle traffic laws, and e-bike regulations. It s your responsibility to know and obey the laws.. 23

26 Please be aware of the risk of entrapment when riding and interacting with Gi Fly. You can potentially get fingers, hands, hair, or loose clothing caught in parts of the bicycle, especially when the wheel and/or belt drive are in motion. Always wear a cycling helmet which meets the latest certification standards and is appropriate for the type of riding you do. Always follow the helmet manufacturer s instructions for fit, use, and care of your helmet. Most serious bicycle injuries involve head injuries which might have been avoided if the rider had worn an appropriate helmet. Img. 5 Failure to wear a helmet when riding may result in serious injury or death. Always do the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 7.A) before you get on a bike. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls of your bicycle: brakes (Section 6.C); handlebar height (Section 6.B). Always wear: Shoes that will stay on your feet and will grip the pedals. Make sure that shoe laces cannot get into moving parts, and never ride barefoot or in sandals. Bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the bicycle or snagged by objects at the side of the road or trail. Protective eyewear, to protect against airborne dirt, dust and bugs t inted when the sun is bright, clear when it s not. Don t jump with your bike. Jumping can put huge and unpredictable stress on the bicycle and its components. Riders who insist on jumping their bikes risk serious damage to their bicycles, as well as to themselves. Ride at a speed appropriate for the conditions. Higher speed means higher risk. B Riding safety Obey all Rules of the Road and all local traffic laws. 24 You are sharing the road or the path with others motorists, pedestrians, and other cyclists. Respect their rights.

27 Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you. Look ahead, and be ready to avoid: Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or coming up behind you. Parked car doors opening. Pedestrians stepping out. Children or pets playing near the road. Potholes, sewer grates, railroad tracks, expansion joints, road or sidewalk construction, debris, and other obstructions that could cause you to swerve into traffic, catch your wheel, or cause you to have an accident. The many other hazards and distractions which can occur on a bicycle ride. Ride in designated bike lanes, on designated bike paths, in the direction of traffic flow, or as directed by local governing laws. Stop at stop signs and traffic lights; slow down and look both ways at street intersections. Remember that a bicycle always loses in a collision with a motor vehicle, so be prepared to yield even if you have the right of way. Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping. Never ride with headphones. They mask traffic sounds and emergency vehicle sirens, distract you from concentrating on what s going on around you, and their wires can tangle in the moving parts of the bicycle, causing you to lose control. Never carry a passenger; and, before installing a child carrier or trailer, check with your dealer or Bignay Inc. to make sure the bicycle is designed for it. If the bicycle is suitable for a child carrier or trailer, make sure that the carrier or trailer is correctly mounted and the child is secured and wearing an approved helmet. Never carry anything which obstructs your vision or your complete control of the bicycle, or which could become entangled in the moving parts of the bicycle. Never hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle. Do not do stunts, wheelies or jumps. Do not weave through traffic or make any moves that may surprise people with whom you are sharing the road. Observe and yield the right of way. Never ride your bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If possible, avoid riding in bad weather, when visibility is obscured, at dawn, dusk or in the dark, or when extremely tired. Each of these conditions increases the risk of accident. 25

28 C Wet weather riding Wet weather and icy conditions impairs traction, braking, and visibility, both for the bicyclist and for other vehicles sharing the road. The risk of an accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions. Under wet and icy conditions, the stopping power of your brakes (as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road) is dramatically reduced and your tires don t grip nearly as well. This makes it harder to control speed and easier to lose control. To make sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet conditions, ride more slowly and apply your brakes earlier and more gradually than you would under normal, dry conditions. When riding Gi Fly under wet conditions, you should take your phone out of the phone holder and put it in a secure place where it cannot get wet. If you choose to ride with your phone in the phone holder under wet conditions be sure to use a protective, waterproof phone case. If you ride under wet conditions while your phone is in the phone holder without a protective, waterproof case then your phone will likely break. Your Gi Fly connects to your phone via Bluetooth. As such, your phone will remain connected to the bike even if it is not located in the phone holder. D Night riding Riding a bicycle at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicyclist is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see. Therefore, children should never ride at dawn, at dusk, or at night. Adults who choose to accept the greatly increased risk of riding at dawn, at dusk, or at night need to take extra care both in riding and in choosing specialized equipment which helps reduce that risk. Consult your dealer or Bignay Inc. about night riding safety equipment. Gi Fly is equipped with both front and rear LED lights. Be sure to turn on these lights when riding at night. Learn more about how to control the LED lights by visiting: Your rear light will shine extra bright when you engage the front and rear brakes so long as your lighting system is turned on. Bicycle reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect car lights and street lights in a way that may help you to be seen and recognized as a moving bicyclist. See Appendix C to learn more about the model of reflectors that you should use. 26 Reflectors are not a substitute for the LED lights included in the bike. Riding at dawn, at dusk, at night, or at other times of poor visibility

29 without the LED lights activated and the appropriate reflectors is dangerous and may result in serious injury or death. Caution Check reflectors regularly to make sure that they are clean, straight, unbroken, and securely mounted. Have your dealer or local bike shop replace damaged reflectors and straighten or tighten any that are bent or loose. Do not remove the front or rear reflectors or reflector brackets from your bicycle. They are an integral part of the bicycle s safety system. Removing the reflectors reduces your visibility to others using the roadway and is also potentially illegal. Being struck by other vehicles may result in serious injury or death. The reflector brackets may protect you from a brake straddle cable catching on the tire in the event of brake cable failure. If a brake straddle cable catches on the tire, it can cause the wheel to stop suddenly, causing you to lose control and fall. If you choose to ride under conditions of poor visibility, check and be sure you comply with all local laws about night riding, and take the following strongly recommended additional precautions: Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle does not obstruct a reflector or light. While riding at dawn, at dusk, or at night: If riding in traffic: You will need to keep your battery charged to use the integrated LED lights. Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories, such as a reflective vest, reflective arm and leg bands, reflective stripes on your helmet, flashing lights attached to your body and any reflective device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching motorists, pedestrians, and other traffic. Ride slowly. Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffic. Avoid road hazards. If possible, ride on familiar routes. Be predictable. Ride so that drivers can see you and predict your movements. Be alert. Ride defensively and expect the unexpected. If you plan to ride in traffic often, ask your dealer or local bike shop about traffic safety classes or a good book on bicycle traffic safety. 27

30 9 Getting to know your Gi Fly A General overview NOTE: Gi Fly s features are controlled almost entirely by the Gi Fly mobile application. We recommend that you read the Gi Fly mobile application guide in addition to this Manual. We have decided to provide this guide online as the app is something that we are constantly improving and changing. You can find the most current version of the guide here: Caution We strongly urge you to read this Manual in its entirety before your first ride. Read and make sure that you understand each point in this section, and refer to the cited sections on any issue which you don t completely understand. B Gi Fly System Serial Number Your Gi Fly comes with a unique identifier called a System Serial Number, positioned on the central part of the frame of the Gi Fly (See Img. 6). Img Your Gi Fly s System Serial Number will be required when registering your Gi Fly with the Gi Fly mobile app. You can scan the QR code printed on the bike via the app to activate your bike. Alternatively, you can provide the QR code number which can be found below the QR code. See Section 9.C Activating your Gi Fly.

31 C Activating your Gi Fly Caution Make sure your bike has battery before attempting to activate your Gi Fly! See section 10.A.iv. for further instruction. 1 Download the app from Google Play (Img.7.A) or from App Store (Img.7.B). A Img. 7 B 2 Sync with your Facebook or Google account, or create a new account (see Img. 8). Img. 8 29

32 If you choose not to sync with your Facebook or Google account, create a new account by pressing Join Now and provide the appropriate information (Img.9.A). You will then be able to login with the username and password you create (Img.9.B). A Img. 9 B Assuming that you have not already activated a Gi Fly, immediately after creating an account a screen will appear to activate your Gi Fly with your unique QR code printed on the frame of the bike (see Img.10). Keep in mind that the app needs to access the phone s camera to be able to scan the code. See section 9.B to find the location of your QR code. Img

33 5 In case you are not able to scan the QR code, you can activate the bike manually by clicking Type QR code at the top of the screen (Img.11). Enter in your bike s QR code number (see Section 9.B for the location of the QR code number) and then press Activate. Img If you have already activated a Gi Fly but would like to activate another bike, you should go to Social (bottom row of buttons) > My Gi Flybikes (top right button) and press Activate a new Gi Fly (towards bottom of screen). See Img.12. Img. 12 D Using your USB key for the first time Every Gi Fly comes with a unique USB key. The USB key is a tool that allows you to use your Gi Fly without the use of your smart phone. 31

34 Caution Caution Caution Caution In order to use your USB key for the first time you must first activate your Gi Fly via the Gi Fly mobile app. To learn how to activate your bike please refer to Section 11.C Activating your Gi Fly. Once you introduce your USB key to your Gi Fly, that key will only function with that bike. Be careful with your key! Anyone with your USB key will have access to your bike. Keep in mind that when you use your USB key, your Gi Fly will function with the settings last configured through the Gi Fly mobile app. We ask that you purchase a new USB key through our website in the case that you lose your USB key. The process to program a new USB key is the same as the process for using your USB key for the first time. Using Your USB key for the first time: Your USB key will arrive unprogrammed. That is, you will need to introduce your USB key to your bike in order to use it. Introduce the USB key to your bike by inserting it into Gi Fly s USB port. The port is located on the front fork over the front light (See Img.13 for more detail). Once you insert the USB key into your bike, the key will automatically associate itself with your User ID and Serial Number and will only work with that Gi Fly. This may take a few seconds. Now you can use your USB key to unlock your bike in the following situations: If you have no battery in your smartphone. If you don t have a smartphone. If the Gi Fly mobile app is not working. If you don t want to use the Gi Fly mobile app. Img

35 E Folding mechanism The FlyFolding system is a patent pending custom arrangement of mechanical parts that allows the bike to be folded in one second and in one simple motion. When folded correctly, the bike will remain balanced on its two wheels and on the back of the saddle. NOTE: Folding and unfolding your Gi Fly takes practice! Do not expect to be able to unfold and fold your bike in one second on your first try. In fact, we recommend that you start with the beginner systems before attempting the expert systems. Read through these steps carefully. Only after having practiced and perfected these steps will you be able to fold your bike in one second and in one simple motion! For further instruction on how to fold your Gi Fly, please watch the following video: In order to fold and unfold your bike you must first unlock the bike via the Gi Fly app. See Section 11.E for further instruction. Caution Caution Keep in mind that if your Gi Fly is equipped with a front mudguard, then it could interfere with the folding process. You can damage Gi Fly s saddle if you do not fold the bike carefully. Once your bike is folded, rest the saddle onto the ground carefully. Visit Section 16 - Troubleshooting if you encounter any of the issues below: a) The left pedal is stuck in the spokes of the front wheel (Section 14.A.i). b) You are unable to fold the bike (Section 14.A.ii). c) You are unable to unfold the bike (Section 14.A.iii). With one hand or your foot rotate the left pedal counterclockwise until it is at its most vertical point. Note that in Img.14.C the pedal is shown at its lowest point. This is bei. Folding your Gi Fly - Beginner Open the bike s folding lever by moving the small, stainless steel button located on top of the lever upwards (Img.14.A). Stand on the left side of the bike with your left hand on the left handlebar and your right hand on the right handlebar (Img.14.B). 33

36 cause when you rotate the left pedal to its most vertical point, the right pedal rotates to its lowest point Engage the front break with your left hand and tilt the handlebar 45 degrees to the right so that the left pedal does not interfere with the folding process (Img.14.D). While engaging the front brake and maintaining the handlebar at a 45 degree, push the bike forwards with both wheels on the ground. The front wheel will stay in place while the folding joint bends, allowing the rear wheel to be brought forward (Img.14.E). Then, once both wheels are in line with one another (Img.14.E), release the front brake, engage the rear break with your right hand, and bring the front of the bike backwards. Gently rest the bike on its two wheels and saddle (Img.14.F). Push the button on the folding lever up and then press the folding lever down so that it no longer protrudes from the frame (Img.14.G). For further instruction please watch the following video: Img. 14 ii. Folding your Gi Fly - Expert Open the bike s folding lever by moving the small, stainless steel button located on top of the lever upwards. (Img.15.A). Stand on the left side of the bike with your left hand on the left handlebar and your right hand on the right handlebar (Img.15.B). 34

37 With one hand or your foot rotate the left pedal counterclockwise until it is at its most vertical point. Note that in Img.15.C the pedal is shown at its lowest point. This is because when you rotate the left pedal to its most vertical point, the right pedal rotates to its lowest point. Turn the handlebars 45 degrees to the right so that the left pedal does not interfere with the folding process (Img.15.D). With your left hand on the handlebars (maintaining a 45 degree angle to the right) and your right hand gripping the folding lever, pull up with significant force on the folding lever so that the rear wheel moves forward while the front wheel moves backwards (Img.15.E). Gently rest the bike on its two wheels and saddle (Img.15.F). Push the button on the folding lever up and then press the folding lever down so that it no longer protrudes from the frame (Img.15.G). For further instruction please watch the following video: Img

38 iii. Unfolding your Gi Fly - Beginner Open the bike s folding lever by moving the small, stainless steel button located on top of the lever upwards (Img.16.A). Stand on the left side of the folded bike with your left hand on the left handlebar and your right hand on the right handlebar (Img.16.B). Check that the left pedal is positioned so that it will not get caught in the bike when you unfold it (the left pedal is positioned correctly when the right pedal is positioned as shown in Img.16.C). Tilt the handlebar 45 degrees to the right (Img.16.D). Push the bike forward with both wheels on the ground while engaging the rear brake so that the rear wheel stays in place while the front wheel moves forward (Img.16.E), unfolding the bike (Img.16.F). Avoid having the wheels touch one another during this process. Close the bike s folding lever once it is completely unfolded (Img.16.G). Img

39 iv. Unfolding your Gi Fly - Expert Open the bike s folding lever by moving the small, stainless steel button located on top of the lever upwards (Img.17.A). Stand on the left side of the folded bike with your left hand on the left handlebar and your right hand on the right handlebar (Img.17.B). Check that the left pedal is positioned so that it will not get caught in the bike when you unfold it (the left pedal is positioned correctly when the right pedal is positioned as shown in Img.17.C). Tilt the handlebar 45 degrees to the right (Img.17.D). Push the front wheel forward with your left hand on the left grip while simultaneously keeping the back wheel in place using your right hand on the folding lever (Img.17.E) so that the bike unfolds (Img.17.F). Close the bike s folding lever once it is completely unfolded (Img.17.G). Img. 17 v. Moving your folded Gi Fly Caution Never roll your Gi Fly backwards when folded. This could potentially cause the left pedal to get stuck in the spokes of the front wheel. 37

40 Caution Never roll your Gi Fly while the saddle is making contact with the ground. This will damage the saddle. Instead, lift the saddle off of the ground before moving the bike Stand on the left side of the folded bike with your left hand on the left handlebar and your right hand gripping the folding joint (Img.18.A). Lift the back side of the bike with your right hand so the saddle comes off the ground and the bike s weight rests on the two wheels (Img.18.B). Walk forwards while rolling the bike (Img.18.C). Img. 18 vi. Adjusting your folding mechanism and eliminating play between the front and rear parts of the bike. If, when riding your Gi Fly (and particularly when using the front brake), you notice that the bike bends slightly at the folding mechanism, then you must adjust the folding mechanism. We call this bending movement play To adjust your folding mechanism you must first unfold your Gi Fly (Img.19.A). Next, close the folding lever by pushing it into the frame (Img.19.B). If there is a gap of empty space (marked as x in 19.C), then you must loosen the locking nut (marked as i in Img.19.C) and tighten the screw (marked as ii in Img.19.C) until the space is eliminated. 38

41 Next, tighten the locking nut (marked as i in Img.19.C) to prevent the screw from moving. If there is still play between the front and rear parts of the frame, then you must repeat steps 1-4, further tightening the folding mechanism s adjustment screw. If the folding lever gets trapped within the frame or if the lever becomes difficult to move then you must slightly loosen the folding mechanism s adjustment screw. Img. 19 Caution In the case that you have followed these steps and there is still play between the front and rear parts of the bike, then please take your bike to a professional bicycle mechanic. Do not ride your bike if there is play between the front and rear parts of your Gi Fly. 39

42 F LED lights Your Gi Fly comes with front and rear LED lights. To turn on your lights you must use the Gi Fly mobile app. Visit the tutorial on the Gi Fly mobile app for further instructions. See Img.20 for information regarding the range of light provided by Gi Fly s front LED light. Img. 20 NOTE: When your lighting system is on, the rear light will shine extra bright when you engage the brakes. Caution LED lights can only be commanded via the Gi Fly mobile app. In the case that you use your USB key, the bike s settings will be the same as the settings last configured via the Gi Fly mobile app. For example, if you last configured your bike to have the lights on, then your lights will turn on when you use the USB key. G Gi Fly s smart locking system Gi Fly has an integrated, mechanical lock within its frame. The locking system refers to the ability to fold and unfold the bike. When the locking system is activated and the bike is folded, only those with the ability to deactivate the locking mechanism will be able to unfold the bike. That is, a bike thief could theoretically walk away with a folded bike, but they would never be able to unfold the bike without breaking or damaging it. There are two general ways to lock and unlock Gi Fly via the Gi Fly mobile app and via the USB key. Caution You should lock the folded bike to ensure that others cannot unfold your bike and ride. Do not lock your unfolded bike and leave it unattended because someone would still have the ability to ride it. 40

43 Caution Gi Fly s locking system is a preventative safeguard against bike theft. The locking system is not foolproof. We recommend the use of a traditional bike lock when leaving Gi Fly in public areas. Bignay Inc. is not responsible if your bike gets stolen. Caution Always take the time to recheck that your bike s locking mechanism is locked before leaving your bike unattended. i. Managing the locking mechanism via the Gi Fly mobile app. NOTE: To learn more about how to use the features of the Gi Fly mobile application please refer to Gi Fly mobile application tutorials within the app. Caution If you find yourself without a smartphone or if the Gi Fly mobile app is non-functional, please use your USB key to manage Gi Fly s locking mechanism (See Section 9.G.ii) ii. Locking/Unlocking Gi Fly using the Gi Fly mobile application. 1 Manually a) Make sure that your Gi Fly is folded and that the folding lever is closed. b) Open the Gi Fly mobile application. c) Toggle to the Locking screen. d) For ios devices, press the red lock button until it turns gray. For Android devices, slide to unlock/lock. e) Your bike is locked! f) To unlock the folded bike just press the now gray button until it turns red. g) Now you can unfold your bike. Caution It may take a few seconds for the bicycle to receive the locking command from the phone. Please wait and check to see that your bike has locked. 41

44 Caution You cannot employ the manual locking command so long as the automatic locking system is activated. 2 Automatically. a) b) c) d) e) f) g) Make sure that your Gi Fly is folded and that the folding lever is closed. Open the Gi Fly mobile application. Toggle to the Locking screen. Turn on the option Auto-Lock by sliding the little toggle. With the Auto-Locking system activated, your Gi Fly will lock automatically once a certain amount of distance is between your phone and your bike. The exact distance depends on what kind of smartphone you have. On average, however, your bike will react to the phone when it is few meters away. To unlock the folded bike, just approach your Gi Fly with your smartphone! Your Gi Fly will unlock automatically once it has detected your bike. Now you can unfold your bike. iii. Managing the locking mechanism via the USB key Caution Caution It is necessary to keep the USB key connected to the bike while riding. When using the USB key, the settings for each feature will remain the same as the settings previously configured via the Gi Fly mobile app. Settings can only be configured via the Gi Fly mobile app. 1 Unlocking Gi Fly using the USB key. a) b) c) Make sure the bike is in its folded position and that the folding lever is closed. Insert the USB key into the bike s USB port and the folding mechanism will unlock. Unfold the bike, close the folding lever, and ride. 2 Unlocking Gi Fly using the USB key. a) b) c) Make sure the bike is in its folded position and that the folding lever is closed. Take the USB key out of the bike s USB port. The folding mechanism will lock. 42

45 H Charging your phone with Gi Fly Use caution when charging your phone and riding Gi Fly at the same time. Your USB cord could get caught in Gi Fly s wheels. This could result in hazardous riding, potential injury and death. To charge your mobile device you must insert your USB charging cable into the bike s USB port. It s located under the frame behind the front fork (See Section 9.D and Img.13 for more detail). You can ride the bike and charge your phone at the same time. To do this, connect your mobile device to a USB charging cable and connect the USB cable to the bike s USB port. Place your mobile device in Gi Fly s phone holder (for more information on using Gi Fly s phone holder please see Section 10.H). You can charge your mobile device via the bike s USB port while simultaneously charging the bike. This does not pose any risk to the product or to you, the rider. Please see Section 10.A.iv to learn more about charging your Gi Fly. Caution Caution We do not recommend that you charge your mobile device via the bike s USB port when the bicycle s battery has less than 20% of its charge (when the battery wheel on the dashboard of the mobile app is red). This will prevent overusing and potentially damaging the bike s battery. The bicycle s electric assistance is weaker when the rider is charging a mobile device. 43

46 10 Hardware THE ALL-IN-ONE ELECTRIC FOLDING BIKE Img. 21 A Battery Gi Fly s batteries are manufactured by Greenway ( If you detect any malfunctions with regards to the battery, then please contact your distributor or Bignay Inc. at contact@giflybike.com. Do not take the battery apart or out of the frame of the bike. Only specialized personnel should handle the battery. If the frame is opened by unauthorized personnel, the product will lose its warranty. NOTE: If you do not use your bike very often, try and charge your battery every 2-3 months. Your battery s natural aging is not included in after-sale service. 44

47 Gi Fly s batteries conform to the following regulations: MSDS, UN 38.3, CE, and RoHS. If the capacity of your battery declines to less than 60% of the rating capacity during warranty time, you can contact the distributor or the Bignay Inc. office with your invoice. If your battery still does not reach the standard after repairing, it will be replaced. The warranty period for the battery is two years from the date it was manufactured. i. Cautions Do not dispose of in fire or heat or expose the bike to temperatures higher than those stipulated. Do not drop the bike from the air, causing it to hit the ground abruptly. Do not exert excessive force on the bike. Lithium batteries are dangerous. Special certifications are necessary in order to travel with these batteries with regards to air transportation, land transportation, maritime transportation, and inland river transportation. Do not place the battery terminal near electric lines or any metals (metal necklaces or barrette). Do not disassemble or change internal parts. Use a suitable charger and the appropriate voltage. Charger and battery should be maintained within the appropriate temperature range and moisture conditions as stipulated in the regulations; otherwise the performance and safety may be affected. Batteries should be kept under stipulated conditions. Don t leave the bike and charger connected, plugged in, and on for extended periods. In fact, having a timer which turns the main current off after a suitable period is a good precaution. It is best to store bike in a cool and dry place. Charge your Gi Fly at least every 6 months. When your Gi Fly s Life Po4 battery has reached the end of its service life, it must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not dispose of batteries with general household waste. Life Po4 batteries are classified as Miscellaneous Class 9 Dangerous Goods. Consult your local authority for further advice on storage, handling, and shipping. ii. Knowing when to charge your Gi Fly This wheel (see Img.22 - Img.24) appears in the dashboard Section of the Gi Fly mobile app. Download the Gi Fly mobile app and visit the tutorial for more information. 45

48 NOTE: The wheel is colored in either Grey, Red or Green when viewed in the Gi Fly mobile app. Within this manual, Red is substituted by dark Grey and Green is substituted by light Grey. 1. No battery life. Connect to your charger! See Img.22. Img Dark Grey (or Red when viewing the Gi Fly mobile app) indicates a low-level battery - less than 20%. Please connect your bike to your charger as soon as possible! See Img.23. Img. 23 Caution The electric assistance may run with interruptions at low battery levels. 3. Dark Grey (or Green when viewing the Gi Fly App) battery levels indicate that you have a relatively significant amount of battery life left. See Img.24. Img. 24 iii. Care and maintenance of your LifePo4 battery Batteries do not last forever. As with any battery, Gi Fly s LifePo4 battery will slowly deteriorate over time. LifePo4 batteries begin to degrade from the moment they are manufactured. This is due to a chemical reaction that gradually causes the internal impedance of the cells to increase, which, in time, reduces the ability of the battery to deliver its charge. For this reason, a new battery will always perform better than an older battery. Under proper usage, your LifePo4 battery can last for more than 4 years. These guidelines will help you to maximize the lifespan of your battery. Read carefully. 46 Before using your bike s electric assistance for the first time, ensure that your battery is fully charged. The battery measurements in the Gi Fly mobile app may vary during initial usage. After ten discharge and charge cycles, the battery indicators will become more consistent. When the battery life is critically low it will go into a protection mode and the electric system will stop. In this instance, you should power the system off and connect your charger.

49 It is always better to recharge the battery as often as possible to its maximal charge as running the battery in low levels decreases its lifespan. Your battery is designed to remain within the Gi Fly frame at all times. The battery should only be removed by an approved service center or with the assistance and approval of Gi Fly s technical support staff. Do not short circuit, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery. Do not expose the battery to fire or to temperatures over 40 C (104 F). Only charge and store the battery in an environment with temperatures between 0 C and 40 C (32 F and 104 F) and a humidity of 45% to 85% RH. Do not charge the battery under 0 C. Please charge under good ventilation conditions. Do not cover the bike while charging. Avoid direct sunlight while charging. Overheating may cause low-efficient charging and potentially hazardous conditions. If you forget to charge your battery, then it will be more susceptible to natural aging. If you leave your battery unused for more than half a year, then your battery may lose its ability to charge. Do not drop the battery or subject it to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak. Do not expose the battery to water or moisture. Water can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak. Plug the charging hole with its cover when you are not charging. Do not charge the battery in the rain. Only use the charger provided by Bignay Inc. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury by way of fire or electric shock, even explosion. iv. Proper charging sequence Please read these instructions before attempting to charge your Gi Fly. Caution Caution Caution Working voltage: 100~240 V. Please make sure you have the suitable voltage. Always connect your charger to a 220 V (or 110 V) socket before connecting it to the bike. First disconnect the charger from the bike before disconnecting it from the 220 V (or 110 V) socket. Do not charge your Gi Fly with anything other than the provided charger. 1. Plug the bike s charger into an electrical outlet (Img.25). Img

50 2. Remove the rubber port cover to expose the charging port. Img.26.A illustrates the charging port covered. Img.26.B illustrates the rubber port cover removed from the charging port. Img Insert the charging lead as seen in Img.27. Img When the power light turns Red and the charging light turns Orange, the battery is charging (Img.28). Img Charging your bike can take up to four hours. The battery charge level is displayed on the Gi Fly mobile app (See Section 10.A.ii for further instruction). 48

51 6. When your bike is fully charged, the Orange charging light will turn Green (Img.29). Img When you are finished charging your bike, remove the charging lead from the bike s charging port (Img.30). Img Ensure that the rubber charging port cover is in place before riding (Img.31). Img. 31 NOTE: Check whether the battery is fully charged via the Gi Fly mobile app. If not, return to charge. Please download the Gi Fly mobile app and visit the tutorial for more information. Caution Be sure to close the rubber charging port before riding to avoid dirt from disrupting the battery and charging system. 49

52 B Brakes Gi Fly s brakes are manufactured by Tektro ( s: 1. Riding with improperly adjusted brakes, worn brake pads, or wheels on which the rim wear mark is visible is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death. 2. Applying brakes too hard or too suddenly can lock up a wheel, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Sudden or excessive application of the front brake may throw the rider over the handlebars, which may result in serious injury or death (See Img.32). Img Disc brakes (Img.33) are extremely powerful. Take extra care in becoming familiar with this brake system and exercise particular care when using it. 50 Img. 33

53 The bicycle brakes are equipped with a brake force modulator: a small, cylindrical device through which the brake control cable runs and which is designed to provide a more progressive application of braking force. A modulator makes the initial brake lever force more gentle, progressively increasing force until full force is achieved. Take extra care in becoming familiar with its performance characteristics. Some brake force modulators are adjustable. If you don t like the feel of your brakes, ask your dealer about adjusting the brake force modulation. Disc brakes can get extremely hot with extended use. Be careful not to touch a disc brake until it has had plenty of time to cool. See the brake manufacturer s instructions for operation and care of your brakes, and for when brake pads must be replaced. If you do not have the manufacturer s instructions, see your dealer or contact Bignay Inc. If replacing worn or damaged parts, use only manufacturerapproved genuine replacement parts. i. Brake controls and features It s very important for your safety that you learn and remember which brake lever controls which brake on your bike. Gi Fly s brake controls are as follows: the right brake lever controls the rear brake and the left brake lever controls the front brake. It is important to check and familiarize yourself with the sensitivity of Gi Fly s brakes. Make sure that your hands can reach and squeeze the brake levers comfortably. If your hands are too small to operate the levers comfortably, consult your dealer or Bignay Inc. before riding the bike. ii. How brakes work The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the braking surfaces. To make sure that you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims and brake pads or the disk rotor and caliper clean and free of dirt, lubricants, waxes, or polishes. Brakes are designed to control your speed, not just to stop the bike. Maximum braking force for each wheel occurs at the point just before the wheel locks up (stops rotating) and starts to skid. Once the tire skids, you actually lose most of your stopping force and all directional control. You need to practice slowing and stopping smoothly without locking up a wheel. This technique is called progressive brake modulation. Instead of jerking the brake lever to the position where you think you ll generate appropriate braking force, squeeze the lever, progressively increasing the braking force. If you feel the wheel begin to lock up, release pressure just a little to keep the wheel rotating just short of lockup. It s important to develop a feel for the amount of brake lever pressure required for each wheel at different speeds and on different surfaces. To better understand 51

54 this, experiment a little by walking your bike and applying different amounts of pressure to each brake lever, until the wheel locks. When you apply one or both brakes, the bike begins to slow, but your body wants to continue at the speed at which it was going. This causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel (or, under heavy braking, around the front wheel hub, which could send you flying over the handlebars). A wheel with more weight on it will accept greater brake pressure before lockup; a wheel with less weight will lock up with less brake pressure. So, as you apply brakes and your weight is transferred forward, you need to shift your body toward the rear of the bike, to transfer weight back onto the rear wheel; and at the same time, you need to both decrease rear braking and increase front braking force. This is even more important on descents, because descents shift weight forward. Two keys to effective speed control and safe stopping are controlling wheel lockup and weight transfer. Practice braking and weight transfer techniques where there is no traffic or other hazards and distractions. Everything changes when you ride on loose surfaces or in wet weather. It will take longer to stop on loose surfaces or in wet weather. Tire adhesion is reduced, so the wheels have less cornering and braking traction and can lock up with less brake force. Moisture or dirt on the brake pads reduces their ability to grip. The way to maintain control on loose or wet surfaces is to go more slowly. C Motor Caution Gi Fly follows European regulations for electric bicycles: Gi Fly has a 250-watt motor, is a pedelec system, and has a max speed (with electric assistance) of 25 km/h (15 mph). If you are not located within the European Union it is your responsibility to research the laws in your area and be sure that you are legally permitted to ride Gi Fly in your location. Do not touch the motor after a long period of riding. It could be hot and potentially burn or injure you. Gi Fly s max speed, with electric assistance is 25 km/h (15 mph), per European regulations. You can exceed this max speed by pedaling over the electric assistance. The bicycle s electric assistance will automatically shut down when the rider exceeds 25 km/h (15 mph). We do not recommend that you ride faster than 25 km/h (15 mph). 52

55 Gi Fly employs a Bafang electric hub brushless 250-watt motor. This motor is commanded by the custom controller which regulates the bike s electric assistance, max speed, as well as the torque sensor. Gi Fly is a pedelec bicycle. Pedelec bicycles do not have a button or throttle that regulate the electric assistance. Instead, pedelec bikes have sensors which let the controller know when to engage or stop the motor. Gi Fly specifically uses a torque sensor to measure the force that you apply when pedaling. So, in short, the electric assistance of Gi Fly activates when the rider starts pedaling. Please visit to learn more about Bafang s terms and conditions. i. Maximizing your motor and battery s performance and reliability Gi Fly s electric motor is designed to get you from one distance to another more quickly and with less effort than you would on a traditional, non-electric bicycle. Gi Fly s quoted 40 mile range is dependent upon several variables. Namely, rider weight (including clothing and luggage), tire type, terrain, surface texture, weather conditions, as well as the amount that the rider is pedaling. Continual use of the motor assistance while riding will lessen the bike s battery range. Employing the bike s highest level of electric assistance will also lessen the bike s battery range. To maximize your bike s battery range, read the following points carefully: Continue to pedal at all times. Pedaling with the assistance will maximize the bike s battery range. Try to keep the total combined weight of clothing, luggage, and accessories to a minimum. Added weight will affect your bike s handling and will increase the stress on the motor, potentially reducing the service life of the product. If you cannot avoid rough terrains (e.g., poor road surfaces, potholes, speed bumps, etc.), adapt your riding style accordingly. Use the electric assistance sparingly with maximum pedal input to ensure the best possible range. Do not use the motor when passing over obstacles such as ruts in the road or speed bumps. Doing so will stress the drive components and reduce the service life of the product, possibly invalidating your warranty. 53

56 D Rear mudguard Gi Fly s rear mudguard is a Plume Mudguard. Plume is unlike any standard mudguard in that it recoils. That is, in its extended position, Plume is designed to suspend over the rear wheel. Or, you can recoil Plume and have it tuck away neatly behind the saddle. Please visit to learn about Plume s terms and conditions. See Img.34 to learn how to extend and recoil your Plume: Img. 34 E Belt drive A belt-driven bicycle is a chainless bicycle that uses a toothed synchronous belt to transmit power from the pedals to the wheel (Img.35). Gi Fly uses a CDRIVE ( belt drive transmission, designed for low maintenance, durability and added safety. The primary components of the CDRIVE System are a specially engineered industrial grade belt together with high-precision molded front and rear sprockets. Please read these important notes about Gi Fly s belt drive before your first ride: 54 The belt can be used for 6 years or 10,000 miles before it needs to be changed. The belt does not need lubrication. The only maintenance required might be to occasionally wash off any accumulated dirt on the sprockets with a damp towel, brush and water. The belt is not affected by direct sunlight or rain. The belt can tolerate temperatures ranging from -20 C to +50 C (-4 F to 122 F). In cases of heavy contamination (i.e. sand, mud, etc.), it is advisable to clean the drive components (sprockets and belt) using water and a light brush. Avoid solvents like gasoline and petroleum.

57 Don t touch the belt while you are riding or when the wheel is spinning. This can cause serious injury. A CDRIVE System consists of a front sprocket, a rear sprocket, a belt and a frame which are designed to work with the system. Img. 35 i. How to regulate the belt tension To regulate the belt tension, you must adjust the belt drive adjustment screw (displayed as i in Img.36). Img

58 Tighten or loosen the belt drive adjustment screw (Img.35.i) in order to regulate the tension of the belt. The target tension for the belt drive is lbs. If you don t have the knowledge or the proper tools to measure the tension of the belt, take it to a service center for proper handling. Belts are extremely durable and offer long life when properly handled. However, caution must be used before and during installation to avoid damaging the belt core. Excessive bending and twisting creates invisible crimps, which can lead to belt breakage. Do not bend backwards. Do not use as a chain whip. Do not bundle. Do not crimp. Do not twist. Do not invert. F Solid tires Caution We designed Gi Fly to be used with the tires we provide. We do not recommend you change these tires. All warranties will be voided if you decide to change your tires. Gi Fly is equipped with Tannus Tires Razorblades ( Gi Fly s tires are solid and are 100% puncture proof (Img. 37). They can withstand nails, glass, sharp metal objects, and thorns with ease. The tires will accumulate about 1 mm of wear after riding 6,000 km (3700 miles). They require no maintenance. If you decide to change your tires we recommend you bring the bike to your local bike shop or contact Tannus Tires directly. Img

59 G Saddle Caution If Gi Fly s saddle is uncomfortable, please contact your dealer or communicate with Bignay Inc. We recommend you use the saddle provided as it is not only made for urban riding, but also designed specifically for Gi Fly. Gi Fly s saddle is provided by WTB ( and it is specifically designed for urban rides, prioritizing comfort over speed or weight. Img.38 details Gi Fly s saddle structure. NOTE: The rear component of Gi Fly s saddle was custom engineered to have a kevlar layer. This is to reduce damage to the rear of the saddle when folding the bike and when moving the folded bike. Img. 38 H Cell phone holder Gi Fly s features are commanded wirelessly via the Gi Fly mobile app. We have included a cell phone holder on the handlebars to make your mobile device accessible and readily available. NOTE: It is not essential to place your mobile device into the cell phone holder in order control the bike via Gi Fly s mobile app. The cell phone holder is provided for convenience - to see maps/navigation and to more easily command the bike s features. 57