Proper battery use and care... (lipo)

[SnowDog2112]

So, now that I'm getting into a routine of using my bike, (specs below in sig.)

One thing I wish my battery would have come with is a little paper with some "proper use and care" tip's.

Currently I recharge my battery after every ride. So far my longest ride has been 6.6 miles and recharge time about 45 to 50 min. I unplug it from the controller, and keep the power button on the battery bag in the off position. This avoids any spark on connecting and or disconnecting the battery, so it seems right. Anything more I should do, or do differently? Thanks for your advice.

 

[mybike]

Well it all depends what you have covered. There are lots of posts on Lipo care, still there are people who don’t use LVC on there Lipo packs do you?

Purchase more packs for more distance and put them in parallel.

 

[Gregory]

I keep the time spent at full charge voltage to a minimum i.e charge just before use. Store at lower than full SOC.

 

[wesnewell]

http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=47294
I use these voltmeters to monitor pack voltage.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-15-to-120V-Waterproof-Red-LED-Panel-Meter-DC-Digital-Voltmeter-Two-wire-NIGH/141365876290

 

[SnowDog2112]

I was looking at these...

http://www.powerwerx.com/digital-meters/dc-inline-watt-meter-power-analyzer-powerpoles.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=DynamicRemarketing&utm_term={keyword_text}&gclid=CJmJnLPf9cQCFVU8gQody4wAmA

Plug and play, and lots of handy dandy details. But quite a bit more than the one you posted.. Thanks for the links.

 

[wesnewell]

If you're looking for a watt meter, you'll probably find a much better deal here.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/Radio-Control-Control-Line-/2562/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=watt+meter