Fire-safety first

• Let packs cool before charging; warm cells = higher runaway risk.
• Always use the OEM charger on a hard, non-flammable surface.
• Charge in a ventilated spot that isn’t blocking your exit; add a smoke alarm.
• Unplug at 100 % – never leave it cooking overnight.
• Damaged, swollen or hissing pack? Evacuate, isolate outside if safe, dial 999.

Battery-health sweet-spot

Daily riding: stick to 20 – 80 %. Halves stress, doubles lifespan.

Storage: park at ≈ 50 %; re-check every 3 months.

Big ride? Full charge looks fine occasionally; don’t let it sit at 100 % for days.

Mind the temperature

• Ideal: 10 – 25 °C. Below 0 °C or above 40 °C? Wait or move indoors.
• After cold rides, let the pack reach room temp before plugging in.
• Avoid sun-baked conservatories & frosty sheds—extremes wreck cells.

Buy smart, buy safe

• Check for CE/UKCA marks & a quality BMS.
• Skip bargain-basement packs—counterfeits cause most fires.
• Register your battery; recalls do happen.

Quick-scan checklist