Boost Your Electric Two Wheeler's Lithium-ion Battery Life and Performance

Imagine our Solar System without the sun!...

Do I hear you say: But there can’t be a Solar System without the sun!

Indeed, you’ve hit the bull’s eye, because the sun is central to the Solar System, holding together planets and asteroids with its gravitational force.

It’s the same with the battery, which is central to the efficient running of your electric two-wheeler. There is a difference though… Without the sun’s gravitational force, the planets and asteroids would be floating aimlessly in different directions in space. But without the battery, your e-two-wheeler will not move an inch! The battery pack, is indeed the indispensable energy source, which makes your electric two-wheeler's motor and other components work in sync, and come alive.

This blog puts the spotlight on lithium-ion batteries which are increasingly poised to power electric two-wheelers across the world. Central to this transition, are the many benefits that lithium-ion batteries bring in their wake, for two-wheeler owners, as well as for our dear planet. While opting for a good lithium-ion battery is important, it is equally imperative to maintain your battery, so that it gives you a good run for your money (pun intended).

If you are looking for guidelines for choosing a good lithium-ion battery, check out our blog: Choosing a Reliable Lithium-ion Battery Pack Supplier. As a sequel to this blog, let’s present how you can enhance your electric two-wheeler battery life and performance, and get the most out of your investment.

12 Practices for Enhancing Two-Wheeler Lithium-ion Battery Life and Performance

1. Get Familiar with the EV’s Charging, Operating and Repairing Guidelines

Start-off on the right note by getting familiar with the dos and don’ts mentioned in the electric two-wheeler’s Manual in terms of charging, operating, repairs, etc. This will greatly help enhance the lifespan of your battery and your two-wheeler; and is sure to enhance performance too.

2. Mindful Moderate Riding

Sudden acceleration, deceleration, and braking put extra pressure on batteries, discharging them faster. Mindful moderate riding is the mantra for maximizing battery life and performance. Smooth acceleration and braking equate to being kind to your lithium-ion battery and your two-wheeler’s motor.

3. Avoid Deep Discharges

It’s important to note that lithium-ion batteries function better with partial discharge cycles, rather than with full discharges. Leaving the battery in a fully discharged state for extended periods, can lead to irreversible capacity loss.

Hence ideally recharge the battery when it reaches 20 to 30% capacity. Frequent draining below 20%, will adversely affect the battery life and performance.

4. Use the Recommended Charger

At all times ensure that you use the charger provided by the manufacturer, or a compatible one. Incompatible, unrecommended chargers can damage the battery and affect its performance and longevity.

5. Ideal Charging and Parking Conditions

The optimal temperature for charging your two-wheeler’s lithium-ion battery is 10°C - 30°C. Ideally charge the battery in moderate temperatures, since extreme heat or cold, can adversely affect your battery performance and lifespan.

Furthermore, when charging or parking your e-two-wheeler, ideally keep it in a shady spot in summers, and parked inside a garage in winters.

6. Briefly Cool your Battery Before Charging

Cooling down the battery before charging is yet another useful practice. Give your two-wheeler a few minutes rest after coming to a halt and then charge it. This will ease the stress on the battery, while it transitions from powering mode to charging mode; and will positively impact its life and performance.

7. Avoid Fast Charging

Did you know that in an 8-year time-frame, standard charging contributes around 10% more battery life than rapid charging? Now that’s a good reason to avoid rapid charging which generates more heat, and can degrade the battery over time.

8. Don’t Overcharge the Battery

Regularly charging the battery up to 100%, or even recurrent overnight charging, may cause a minor reduction in the battery capacity, and reduce its lifespan and performance. This is more so in case of older e-two-wheelers, or batteries that do not have Battery Management Systems (BMS). Check the EV Manual to know whether it has the facility to slow down the charge rate as it nears 100%.

9. Long-Term Stowage at Partial Charge

It’s also important to check the manufacturer’s instructions related to storing your electric two-wheeler for an extended horizon. Generally, long-term storage should be at a 40 to 60% charge level. In any case, ensure that during prolonged storage, your battery is neither at full charge, nor at complete discharge.

10. Avoid Overloading

Be aware of the maximum load capacity recommended by the two-wheeler manufacturer. Exceeding the recommended load capacity can expose your battery to unnecessary stress which will reduce its life and performance.

11. Ongoing Maintenance

Regular maintenance definitely contributes to the longevity and performance of the battery. Ensure that the battery and its connectors are always clean and free from corrosion. Inspect the battery regularly for any signs of damage or swelling.

12. Update Software/Firmware

For e-two-wheelers equipped with BMS, ensure that the latest updates are incorporated, as they are geared to optimize battery performance and lifespan.

These practical tips will ensure that your lithium-ion battery keeps you company for a long time, taking you places well beyond its warranty. So go ahead and maximize the lifespan and performance of your e-two-wheeler's lithium-ion battery. Get good value for your money… even while being a proud eco-warrior for Mother Earth!

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