Van Raam produces uniquely special needs bicycles and specializes in tricycles, transport bikes, scooterbikes, wheelchair bikes, tandem bikes, double rider bikes, and low step trough bikes (also known as comfortbikes). Each model is also available as an electric bike (Pedelec).
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Are you interested in an adapted Van Raam bike with pedal support or do you already have a Van Raam bike with pedal support and wonder how to remove your battery from the bike, charge it and reconnect it to the bike? Then read on, through our video and article we will show you what types of batteries are available and how to attach and detach the batteries from the bike. Furthermore, we also explain how to charge a Van Raam battery.
Van Raam batteries are Van Raam lithium ion batteries. The Van Raam tricycles all have a Cube Li-ion battery of approx. 520 Wh (or the Cube Heavy, with a higher capacity of approx. 840 Wh). The two-wheel tandems Kivo and Twinny, Balance and the wheelchair bikes as wel as the rickchaw bike Chat have a Slim lithium-ion battery. This battery has a capacity of approx. 480 Wh.
The high-quality batteries are manufactured in the Europe and have a wide range of charging cycles. The Van Raam batteries have a 2-year warranty with a maximum of 500 charging cycles. Do you want to know what charging cycles are? Read our article "What are charging cycles?". The batteries have a very high capacity. On some bikes, it is also possible to install two batteries as an option. Learn more about the battery specifications on our pedal support page.
See here first how to charge Van Raam's Slim battery and then how to best charge the Cube battery.
Both Van Raam batteries have to be attached to and removed from the bicycle in different ways.
Unlock the battery by turning the key a quarter of a turn. Pull the handle at the top of the battery forward and then pull the battery out of the holder.
Slide the battery behind the lower cross bar. Press the bottom of the battery (with the opening) onto the holder. Lift up the handle and push the battery into the top of the controller. Then close the handle and lock the battery.
First, unlock the battery by turning the battery key a quarter turn. Then press on the lock and pull the battery out of the holder with the other hand.
Put the battery back into the holder on the bike and lock it with the key. Push the battery (always) straight into the holder, never at an angle!
See first how to attach and detach Van Raam's Slim battery and then how to attach and detach the Cube battery.
For optimum condition and capacity of the battery, we recommend charging the battery indoors at room temperature. Furthermore, the use of the charger is only recommended when the ambient temperature is between 0 and 35 degrees Celsius.
Do you have an older battery or questions? Feel free to contact your dealer or look at the old Van Raam bike user manuals on our website.
It is good to know that if the battery is not properly connected, the green LED indicator on the charger will light up (standby mode). If the connection is not good, unplug the charger and clean the connector of the charger with a dry cloth.
To charge the Slim battery follow the step-by-step instructions:
Remove the battery as described above and take the battery inside. If necessary, the battery can also be charged directly in the holder.
First, plug the charger plug into the socket.
Then connect the charger to the charging point of the battery. The red LED indicator lights up.The battery is now charging. The charger can be connected easily to the battery with the magnetic plug.
Depending on the condition of the battery, the charging time is about 2.5 hours.
As soon as the battery charged fully, the green LED display lights up continuously. Now remove the charging plug of the battery from the connection of the charger.
Then remove the plug from the socket.
Place the battery back into the holder as described above.
To charge the Cube battery follow the step-by-step instructions:
Remove the battery as described above and take the battery inside. If necessary, the battery can also be charged directly in the holder.
First, plug the charger plug into the socket.
Then connect the charger to the charging point of the battery. The red LED indicator lights up. The battery is now charging. The charger can be connected easily to the battery with the magnetic plug.
The charging time depends on the battery status. The charging time is approximately 2 hours for a 520 Wh battery and approximately 4.5 hours for an 840 Wh battery.
Once the battery charged fully, the green LED indicator lights up continuously. Now disconnect the charging plug of the battery from the connection of the charger.
Then remove the plug from the socket.
Place the battery back into the holder as described above.
Not only are there many options for the adapted bikes themselves but also for the batteries. Read more about the battery options below. Do you have questions about the following options? Then contact your dealer, he will be happy to help you.
Spare battery: The bicycle can be equipped with a second battery. As soon as the connected battery is empty, replace the battery. With this option it is possible to add an extra battery holder to the system.
Switchable battery pack: The bike can be equipped with a switchable battery pack. As soon as the connected battery is empty, you can switch the battery pack with a switch. This is located under the seat, under the luggage rack or the rider's battery. Both battery holders are connected to the system. In the meantime, if desired, you can remove the empty battery pack from the holder to charge it
When the battery is nearly empty and has not been used for a week, the battery enters a deep sleep mode. In this mode, the battery uses as little energy as possible also the battery life is extended.
If the battery is in deep sleep mode, the battery cannot be used. By pressing the button on the battery, the battery leaves the 'deep sleep mode' and can be used again. It is advisable to charge the battery before use.
When it gets colder in the autumn and winter months, the batteries of electric bikes need more attention. That is why we have put together some tips on how you can make the most of your Van Raam electric bike during the colder months of the year. Read article "10 tips for the maintenance of a (special needs) bike"and the article "Tips for the optimum battery life of Van Raam’s electric bicycles" is also interesting.
A Van Raam battery may / can not be refurbished due to safety and improper operation of the electrical system.
Also, read the article "How many kilometers does a Van Raam E bike battery last" for the most important information about pedal support and what the range of a Van Raam battery can be, i.e. how many kilometers an E Bike battery from Van Raam lasts.
In this article "Connect your adapted bike to the Van Raam e-bike app" and video you can learn how you as a Van Raam e-bike owner and also as a dealer can connect an electric Van Raam bike with the e-bike app.
Look at our product range below, almost all bicycles can be equipped with the unique Van Raam pedal support.
People, who cannot ride on a regular bicycle, look for a proper and safe alternative.
The vanRaam wheelchair bikes are used to enable a wheelchair dependent person to travel by cycle.
The two persons have a good view and can communicate well with each other due to the seats being next to each other.
The low step through bikes from vanRaam enable people to get on their bikes easier.
The compact electric scooter bike is designed for people with stability problems or variable energy level.
Our transport bikes are for children or adults who cannot or do not want to take part in traffic on their own or for recreational use.
Van Raam's electric bicycles are equipped with Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries. In this article Rick de Jonge, electrical engineer at Van Raam, answers some frequently asked questions about these batteries.
Learn in this video with instruction article how you can easily attach a Van Raam Slim battery to a special bike and also remove it again. Also read some handy tips on how to see if the battery fits well on your bike.
How to attach and remove a Van Raam Cube battery easily on a custom bike can be read in this instructional article with video. Also read a few handy tips on how to see if the battery fits well on your bike.
An adapted bicycle with pedal support needs to be charged regularly. But what is good for the battery? Should a Van Raam e-bike always be charged, or only when the battery is almost empty? We'll give you an answer to that in this article!
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