7. REPLACING PARTS ON YOUR L1e-B S-PEDELEC
The VADO/COMO bicycle, as originally spec'd, is approved as a Pedelec or an L1e-B S-Pedelec. If you change
components on an L1e-B, it may no longer be in compliance with your local regulatory authority. Below is a general
summary of components that may affect governmental approval if changed.
Make sure to consult with your local regulatory authority when making any modifications. Refer also to the
appropriate section in the Owner's Manual about changing components or adding accessories.
L1e-B ONLY: The following parts are type approved and need to carry an e-mark:
LIGHTS
HORN
PEDELEC AND L1e-B S-PEDELEC: The following parts must only be replaced with original components:
FRAME
FORK
MOTOR UNIT
BATTERY
CHARGER
SENSORS
SADDLE
CHAINRINGS
The following parts do not require type approval:
CHAIN
DERAILLEURS
SHIFTERS
SHIFTING CABLES
SHIFTING HOUSINGS
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REAR VIEW MIRROR
ELECTRIC CONTROLLERS
ELECTRIC WIRING
HANDLEBAR REMOTE
DISPLAY
CRANKSET
REAR RACK
SEATPOST
CASSETTE
WHEELS
HUBS
TIRES (IF ETRTO IS FOLLOWED)
RIM TAPES
SPOKES
RETRO REFLECTORS
FENDERS
BRAKES
BRAKE PADS
BRAKE HOSES
HANDLEBAR
STEM
PEDALS
KICKSTAND
TUBES
HEADSET
GRIPS