The Glide Blog

Explore expert tips, maintenance guides, and riding advice from the team at Glide E-Bike. Our blog covers everything from e-bike cleaning and battery care to brake tuning, chain maintenance, and performance upgrades. Whether you’re a daily commuter or weekend rider, discover how to keep your e-bike running smoothly, extend its lifespan, and enjoy every mile with confidence.

E-bike rider checking suspension, kids play, man waves.
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Suspension Maintenance: Forks and Rear Shocks

Keep your e-bike’s suspension smooth and responsive! This guide covers essential maintenance for forks and rear shocks, from basic cleaning to full rebuilds. Learn how to diagnose common issues and extend the life of your e-bike’s critical components.

Experienced e-bike specialist updating firmware in yellow store
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Firmware Updates: When and How to Update

Unlock your e-bike’s full potential! Learn when and how to update firmware for improved performance, new features, and critical bug fixes. This guide covers everything from preparing for updates to troubleshooting common issues.

Expert electrician fixing e-bike wiring in rustic shop.
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Electrical Connection Issues: Finding and Fixing Problems

Experiencing e-bike power cuts or display glitches? Most electrical issues are fixable connection problems. This guide helps you diagnose and repair common e-bike electrical faults, saving you time and money.

E-bike riders, Nevada desert, hydraulic brake bleed
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

How to Bleed Hydraulic Brakes on Your E-Bike

Is your e-bike’s brake lever feeling squishy? Don’t let a spongy brake ruin your ride. This comprehensive guide walks you through the entire hydraulic brake bleeding process, from essential tools to troubleshooting common issues, ensuring your e-bike stops safely every time.

Two e-bike riders troubleshooting throttle issue on dusty road.
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Throttle Problems: Troubleshooting and Solutions

Experiencing e-bike throttle problems? From no response to inconsistent power, a malfunctioning throttle can ruin your ride. This comprehensive guide walks you through common symptoms, diagnostic steps, and solutions to get your e-bike running smoothly again, whether it’s a loose connection or a worn-out component.

E-bike rider struggling uphill on dirt road, assist failed
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Pedal Assist Not Working: Diagnosis and Fixes

Experiencing zero motor support on your e-bike? Don’t let a sudden loss of pedal assist ruin your ride. This guide uncovers the most common reasons why your e-bike’s pedal assist might not be working, from simple sensor misalignments to electrical glitches. Learn quick diagnostic tricks and easy-to-follow fixes to get your e-bike back to full power in no time.

E-bike rider troubleshooting motor noise in nature park
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Motor Noise: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Ever wonder what that whirring or clicking sound from your e-bike motor means? This guide helps you distinguish between normal operating noises and problem sounds that require attention, offering DIY diagnostic tips and preventive maintenance to keep your ride smooth and quiet.

e-bike rider frustrated with non-working display
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Display Not Working: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Is your e-bike display blank or malfunctioning? This guide provides systematic troubleshooting for common issues like loose connections, error codes, or intermittent function, helping you diagnose and fix problems without a repair shop. Learn how to identify symptoms, perform voltage checks, clean connectors, and find compatible replacement displays to get your e-bike back on track.

Father and son replacing e-bike brake pads outside home.
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

How to Replace E-Bike Brake Pads: Complete Guide

Learn how to replace e-bike brake pads with this comprehensive guide, covering everything from identifying wear to proper bedding-in techniques and essential tools.

E-bike riders maintaining bearings in a park setting.
E-BIKE MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

E-Bike Bearing Maintenance: Hubs, Headset, and Bottom Bracket

Ensure your e-bike runs smoothly for years by mastering bearing maintenance for hubs, headsets, and bottom brackets. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from inspection to replacement, helping you save money and prevent costly failures. Learn how to identify wear, choose the right tools, and follow step-by-step procedures for all bearing types.