Just picked up a 2018 Giant Explore and have a few questions:
What does the “GTS” stand for? I see other product listings for 2018 without this description. Could it be because I have a late model 2018 with 5 pedal assist modes (see photo)?
Also, there is a sticker on the seat tube that says Giant with a big number 3 (see photo). Is this because it is an Explore 3? Hopefully this won’t get confused with Class 3 as I don’t see where the bike is marked anywhere else and I know it is a Class 1 bike.
I am also getting good mileage out of the 400 Wh battery so far. I was concerned about the battery size initially, but I am finishing my hilly rides with 60%+ battery or more remaining. I mainly ride on Eco or Eco+. I have been re-charging with this much charge remaining. Is this OK on the battery? Or should I discharge it more before charging?
I also have several long downhill stretches on my rides where I am typically braking or pedaling lightly. Is there any benefit to setting the pedal assist at “Off” during these stretches?
Thanks in advance for your information and guidance.
What does the “GTS” stand for? I see other product listings for 2018 without this description. Could it be because I have a late model 2018 with 5 pedal assist modes (see photo)?
Also, there is a sticker on the seat tube that says Giant with a big number 3 (see photo). Is this because it is an Explore 3? Hopefully this won’t get confused with Class 3 as I don’t see where the bike is marked anywhere else and I know it is a Class 1 bike.
I am also getting good mileage out of the 400 Wh battery so far. I was concerned about the battery size initially, but I am finishing my hilly rides with 60%+ battery or more remaining. I mainly ride on Eco or Eco+. I have been re-charging with this much charge remaining. Is this OK on the battery? Or should I discharge it more before charging?
I also have several long downhill stretches on my rides where I am typically braking or pedaling lightly. Is there any benefit to setting the pedal assist at “Off” during these stretches?
Thanks in advance for your information and guidance.
