New owner guide
The first month with your Onyx: what to check, how to charge, and how to ride it safely in traffic.
Know your model: RCR and CTY2
DraftSide-by-side stock specs for the Onyx RCR V2.0 and CTY2: motor, speed, range, battery, controller, tires, and charging.
Delivery-day inspection
DraftThe first inspection to do when your Onyx arrives: lights, wheels, 32 psi tires, brakes, charge, and torque checks.
Charging and battery care
DraftHow to charge the Onyx RCR and CTY2 batteries step by step, how long it takes, and how to store the pack.
Ride modes and the display
DraftWhat the Onyx RCR's Eco, Normal, and Sport modes do, what the LCD shows, and why to watch battery voltage.
Riding in the city
DraftGear, braking, and riding habits for an Onyx in city traffic, based on the owner's manual.
Buying or selling used
DraftWhat to check before buying or selling a used Onyx: frame and motor numbers, pack age, brakes, and wiring.
Repairs & service
Routine maintenance and fixes for the problems owners run into most.
Maintenance schedule
DraftThe Onyx RCR V2.0 service schedule at 1, 6, 12, and 24 months, with torque values.
Brakes
DraftOnyx RCR front and rear brake specs, pad and rotor sizes, fluid, and how to adjust the cable-pulled rear caliper.
Tires and wheels
DraftOnyx RCR tire size, pressure, axle torque, and what to watch on the hub motor wiring when the wheel is out.
Electrical troubleshooting
DraftHow to diagnose an unresponsive throttle and other common Onyx RCR electrical faults.
Suspension
DraftOnyx RCR and CTY2 fork and rear shock specs, torque values, and load limits.
Mods & upgrades
Changes that make the bike safer, more practical, or more fun, with the tradeoffs spelled out.
Foot brake conversion
DraftA worked example of converting an Onyx RCR to a hydraulic foot brake with progressive regen, and the safety checks it needs.
Variable regen
DraftWhy stock Onyx regen is on or off, what it takes to make it progressive, and the battery and safety limits that apply.
Lighting and visibility
DraftOnyx RCR lighting accessories, stock headlight and tail light, and how to power add-ons safely from a 72 V pack.
Performance and controller
DraftWhat the Onyx RCR controller and pack are rated for, and why more power needs more than a controller swap.
Discharge and charge connectors
DraftStock discharge and charge connectors on the Onyx RCR and CTY2, common upgrades, and how to swap them safely.
Range and battery
DraftOnyx RCR battery specs, rated range by mode, charger limits, and habits that stretch range.
Comfort and accessories
DraftOnyx RCR pedal thread, handlebar size, payload, and rack dimensions for choosing accessories.