Owning an electric bike is a true delight. You can quickly commute to work instead of being stuck on a stuffy bus, sardined by other commuters. Or you can escape to a local park and ride the trails all day long without needing a break.

To get the most out of your experience, you need proper maintenance. Even the best fat tire eBike, like our Freedare Eden and Saiga off-road selection, requires a little TLC to ensure you get as much longevity as possible. Your bike chain is one of the most crucial parts, and you should carefully check it before each ride.

What Does an eBike Chain Do?

The point of any bike chain is to move the gears that make you go forward. The more you pedal, the more the chain turns and rotates the rear wheel. Most of the best fat tire eBikes worth your investment have a “step-thru” system in place.

For example, our Freedare Saiga allows you to use the 750W brushless motor to move forward or step-thru and pedal assist. This moves the chain to make the wheels rotate, saving your battery life when you want a little extra workout or control moving uphill.

How Do I Know if My eBike Chain Needs Maintenance?

Offering the best fat tire eBike on the market means we know our clients want as much convenience as possible. If you’re worried your eBike chain may be worn down, look for any of these tell-tale signs:

• Unusual noises like grinding or squeaking anytime you’re using the step-thru feature.
• Visible wear and tear like loose links, stretched parts, or rust.
• Stiff links that make your pedal feel incredibly jerky as you ride.
• Dirt, grime, and plant build-up from riding on trails without cleaning the eBike when finished.

How to Maintain Your eBike Chain

The good news is owning fat tire eBike and keeping the chain clean are both simple choices. You’ll need some quality lubricant, a degreaser, a chain cleaner (like a brush), a rag or two, and maybe a chain wear indicator tool to test for link stretching.

The actual process of cleaning your eBike chain is straightforward, but be sure you’re doing this outside so you don’t stain any tiles or carpets.

• Step 1: Apply the degreaser to the chain.
• Step 2: Use your brush to scrub the chain clean while rotating the pedals to move the chain forward.
• Step 3: Rinse the chain with some water to wash loose dirt and grime.
• Step 4: Use your rags to dry the chain while inspecting for any broken links.
• Step 5:Apply a fresh coat of lubricant to ensure a smooth ride and let it settle overnight.

As long as you visually check your eBike chain before each ride, you only need to move through the cleaning process every few weeks or after an exceptionally muddy adventure.

Freedare Eden: The Best Fat Tire eBike on the Market

At Freedare, we are 100% committed to providing the highest quality eBike for all our customers. We want you to be well-equipped with all the insider tips to get a fun and exciting ride whenever you want. Whether that is through advice on keeping your eBike chain clean or how to use our custom Freedare mobile application, we’ve got you covered.

Get your ride started today by placing an order for our Freedare Eden All Terrain Fat Tire eBike. This UL-certified electric bike with pedal assistance gives you up to 90 miles of rewarding travel up to speeds of 28mph.

With premium parts and easy access to the best support, you’ll get all the insights needed to commute to work, ride on the boardwalk, or explore local trails with friends and family. Get the Freedare Eden today and receive the freedom of electric-powered biking wherever you want to go next.