Step 1: Unbox the bike. Step 2: Put it together.

Your TM-B ships partially assembled.&#xA0;This article walks through the full process!&#x1F4F9;Videos can be found&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/assembling-your-tm-b" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&#xA0;*If you&#x2019;d rather have a professional handle it, or just want a second set of eyes afterward, we recommend a professional safety inspection and bolt check from an ALSO Authorized Service Partner. Find one near you on the&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/service" style="text-decoration:none;">ALSO Service Partner map</a>.Things to keep in mind:&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Thinking about a future move, storage, or a warranty return?&#xA0;Consider holding onto the outer box and foam inserts for a while &#x2014; trust us, it&#x2019;s easier.&#xA0;</li></ul> <ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING: Improper assembly can result in serious injury. If you&#x2019;re unsure about any assembly step, take the e-bike to a professional bicycle mechanic.</li></ul> <ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING: The unopened TM-B box weighs over 110 lbs (49.9 kg). Use caution when lifting or moving it &#x2014; get equipment or a friend to help if needed.</li></ul> <ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If possible, assemble your TM-B somewhere with electricity and cellular connectivity&#xA0;&#x2014; these steps also cover charging and pairing along the way, which gets you riding sooner. No connectivity or power nearby? Finish the physical assembly first, then move the bike to a better spot to finish charging and updates.</li></ul><hr> <h3 dir="ltr" id="1-open-the-box-and-lay-out-parts">1. Open the box and lay out parts</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Release the clips around the top and bottom of the box, lift the top lid off, then lift out the smaller boxes (small parts, cockpit, top frame, and the top tray underneath) and set them aside.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Grab the outer box sleeve by its handholds and lift it off completely.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Cut the zip ties at the front to detach the brake levers from the front cardboard &#x2014; watch that the brake levers don&#x2019;t scratch the fork as they fall.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Then remove the front cardboard and set the front wheel and its tray aside.</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="2-power-on-your-e-bike">2. Power on your e-bike</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">See&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/support-articles?hcUrl=%252Fen-US%252Fcharging-your-battery-to-full-before-your-first-ride-8643643" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Charging Your Battery to Full Before Your First Ride</a></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Locate the reset button below the speaker on the downtube and press and release it to power on the e-bike.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">On the Portal, swipe within 60 seconds to confirm you&#x2019;re &#x201C;waking&#x201D; the e-bike.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If you miss the time window, press the reset button again and swipe.&#xA0;</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If the Portal shows a low battery warning, get the USB-C charger from the small parts box and plug it into the port on the frame (push up on the round cover to reveal it).&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">No power nearby?&#xA0;Remove the battery (lift its center handle from the bottom, rotate counter-clockwise, then pull it straight out) and charge it separately.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING:&#xA0;The battery is over 10 lbs (4 kg). Be careful when inserting and removing it.</li></ul></li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="3-install-the-cockpit-handlebars-and-controls">3. Install the cockpit (handlebars and controls)</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use the&#xA0;torque wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;4 mm Allen&#xA0;bit to remove the two bolts and washers from the stem faceplate.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Align the cockpit&#x2019;s power connector with the connector in the stem and seat it firmly, then close the faceplate.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Alternate torquing the two bolts three times to ensure a full hold (L-R, L-R, L-R), torquing to&#xA0;12 Nm. Do not overtorque.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Identify the left and right brake levers &#x2014; when installed, they should point outward with the mounting bolt below the handlebar.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use the&#xA0;wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;4 mm Allen&#xA0;bit to remove the left brake lever bolt, install the brake clamp around the handlebar, then reinstall the bolt and partially tighten it.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Repeat with the right brake lever.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Carefully check that the turn signal paddles don&#x2019;t interfere with full brake lever movement, then torque the brake lever bolts to&#xA0;6 Nm.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">IMPORTANT: Don&#x2019;t squeeze the front (left) brake lever until assembly is done &#x2014; it closes the brake calipers and makes front wheel installation much harder.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING: Always make sure the brake levers can be fully depressed. Interference with a brake lever risks loss of control and/or injury.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Lift the front of the e-bike and make sure the kickstand is fully down and forward before setting it down &#x2014; the e-bike can fall over if the kickstand isn&#x2019;t fully engaged.</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="4-install-the-front-wheel">4. Install the front wheel</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Remove the plastic brace from the front axle and the plastic brake pad spacer from the caliper. Roll the front wheel into the fork until the brake rotor slides most of the way into the caliper.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING: Do not touch the brake rotors, as grease or dirt can affect bike performance. Rotors are also slightly sharp.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Position yourself in front of the e-bike, insert the thru axle through the right fork, through the wheel, and thread it into the left fork.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">IMPORTANT: Don&#x2019;t press on the handlebars in this step &#x2014; it compresses the fork and makes alignment harder.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Keep the wheel upright, not tipping left or right.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Don&#x2019;t press the rotor fully against the back of the caliper &#x2014; once seated, pull the wheel slightly toward you to help with axle insertion.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Torque the thru axle to 12 Nm.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Alternate torquing the two axle locks three times to ensure a full hold (L-R, L-R, L-R), torquing both locks to 12 Nm.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Finish inflating both tires to the pressure listed on the tire sidewall using the&#xA0;Schrader valve pump. (A bicycle tire pump also works, and might be faster than the included shock pump.)</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="5-install-the-pedals">5. Install the pedals</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Pedals are marked - R and - L for right and left (relative to a seated rider) &#x2014; the right pedal can only be installed on the right side, and vice versa.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Thread the right pedal onto the crank by rotating the pedal clockwise, and the left pedal by rotating it counter-clockwise.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Start tightening each nut by hand, then once fully seated, torque to 20 Nm with the&#xA0;wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;6 mm Allen&#xA0;bit.</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="6-install-the-top-frame">6. Install the top frame</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If you have a&#xA0;Utility top frame, insert the seat into the seat tube (careful not to wipe off the grease inside)<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If you plan to use bags &#x2014; get the bag clamps or soft bag rails from the utility top frame box and fasten them onto the rails.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Position them as far forward as possible without hitting your heels while pedaling, hand-tight only.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">WARNING: You must install the soft bag rails before attaching soft bags. Soft items on the utility rack can sag toward the rear wheel and get caught in the suspension as it moves through its travel.&#xA0;</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Install any top frame by placing the front of its base into the lock first (like putting on a shoe), then lowering the back in and holding it for a moment &#x2014; the TM-B detects and locks it automatically.</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="7-install-the-reflectors">7. Install the reflectors</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use a&#xA0;Phillips screwdriver&#xA0;to mount the two long white reflectors over a wheel spoke on each wheel<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">the circular white reflector to the front handlebar (centered, away from controls)</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">and the circular red reflector to the seat post (or the bench top frame&#x2019;s L-bracket, at the bottom rear edge of the seat).</li></ul></li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id><hr></h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="8-pair-your-tm-b-to-your-account">8. Pair your TM-B to your account</h3>Pairing links your phone, your account, and your TM-B together&#xA0;&#x2014; do this during assembly so you&apos;re ready to ride as soon as you&apos;re done.*Your ALSO mobile app pairs&#xA0;one phone&#xA0;to&#xA0;one TM-B&#xA0;(associating one account, one e-bike, and one phone together).<ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Press the brake levers to wake the e-bike and check the Portal display.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">(If you have connectivity) Scan the QR code to download the ALSO mobile app.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Follow the app to pair your TM-B, name it, and set a PIN.</li></ol><h3 dir="ltr" id="9-check-for-updates">9. Check for updates</h3>Check the Portal display to see if an OTA (over-the-air) update is ready to install.&#xA0;We recommend installing the latest firmware before your first ride, to make sure the bike is fully up to date. Congratulations &#x2014; your TM-B is assembled!&#xA0; <hr> <h3 dir="ltr" id="next-steps">Next Steps:&#xA0;</h3><ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Let&#x2019;s adjust your seat, handlebars, brakes, and suspension to fit&#xA0;you:&#xA0;See the<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/support-articles?hcUrl=%252Fen-US%252Fpt2-assembling-your-tm-b-8643538" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">&#xA0;Pt.2 Assembling Your TM-B</a></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Consider a professional safety inspection before your first ride.</li></ul>

Assembling Your TM-B

Step 3: Fine tune it. Step 4: Admire your work. Step 5: Go ride.

Adjusting your seat, handlebars, brakes &amp; suspension. &#xA0;<hr> <h2 dir="ltr" id="seat-adjustment">Seat Adjustment</h2>This process is for the Solo or Utility top frame. The Bench top frame is fixed and cannot be adjusted.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Using the&#xA0;wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;6 mm Allen bit, loosen the seat post collar bolt.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">While standing next to the e-bike, adjust the seat to the height of your hipbone. Tighten enough to sit on.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Sit on the seat. Extend one leg fully, with your heel on the pedal. Readjust the seat height to match your full extension at the heel.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Sit on the seat again and verify your knee isn&apos;t locked when you put the ball of your foot on the pedal for a normal stride. Readjust if needed, and note the numbered marking on the rear face of the seat post for future reference.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Lean on the handlebars to test your riding position. If needed, loosen one or both seat rail bolts and slide the saddle forward or backward. Retighten, note the numbered marking on the side of the seat post, and torque to 12 Nm.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Ensure the seat is aligned with the body of the e-bike, not twisted left or right. Loosen, readjust, and tighten if needed &#x2014; torque to 12 Nm.</li></ul> *WARNING: Incorrectly adjusting your seat and handlebars can make riding harder, or even cause injury over time. If you&apos;re not sure how to best adjust your TM-B to fit you, find a qualified&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/service-and-assembly" style="text-decoration:none;">service provider on the ALSO website</a>&#xA0;to help.<hr> <h2 dir="ltr" id="handlebar-adjustment">Handlebar Adjustment</h2>* WARNING: Handlebar fasteners must be properly torqued. Loose handlebars can slip, resulting in injury and/or loss of control. Check these fasteners regularly.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use the&#xA0;wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;4 mm Allen bit&#xA0;to remove the two bolts and washers from the stem faceplate, and open the faceplate.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Sit on the seat. Without removing the handlebars from their connector, rotate them to find the best angle for your riding position. Note where the alignment line sits on the built-in markings.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">CAUTION: Do not rotate the handlebars beyond the range of the setting markings. Over-rotation could pinch or damage internal wiring.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Close the stem faceplate and torque the bolts to 12 Nm.</li></ul> IMPORTANT: After changing handlebar pitch, use a&#xA0;2.5 mm Allen key&#xA0;if needed to adjust the left and right cockpit control module positions for a correct grip.&#xA0; <hr> <h2 dir="ltr" id="brake-adjustment-and-positioning">Brake Adjustment and Positioning</h2>*WARNING: Brake fasteners must be properly torqued. Loose brakes can slip, resulting in injury and/or loss of control of the e-bike. Check these fasteners regularly. <ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use the&#xA0;torque wrench&#xA0;and&#xA0;4 mm Allen bit&#xA0;to loosen each brake lever bolt around the handlebar.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Align each brake lever for proper hand placement. Adjusting to 32 degrees below horizontal is average, but tune them to what you can easily reach.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If desired, use a&#xA0;2 mm Allen key&#xA0;to adjust the screw at the base of the brake lever.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">This adjusts the maximum distance between the lever and the handlebar, to fit your grip.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Carefully check that the turn signal paddles do not interfere with full brake lever movement, then torque the brake lever bolts to 6 Nm.<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">*WARNING: Always make sure the brake levers can be fully depressed. Interference with the brake lever can prevent a full braking motion and risks loss of control and/or injury.</li></ul></li></ul> Now take a breather, because next we dive into&#x2026; <hr> <h2 dir="ltr" id="suspension-adjustment">Suspension Adjustment</h2>The TM-B&apos;s rear suspension is adjustable on every model.&#xA0;(If you have a Launch or Performance version, the front suspension is adjustable too.)<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Changing the amount of air in either suspension changes how stiff (higher pressure) or bump-absorbing (lower pressure) your ride is.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Too high gives a stiff ride; too low bottoms out.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Changing the rebound setting adjusts how quickly the suspension bounces back after a bump.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Too fast gives a bouncy ride; too slow gets progressively lower through successive bumps.</li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Suspension performance is affected by rider weight, cargo carried, and terrain roughness.&#xA0;</li></ul> *CAUTION: Over-inflation can damage the suspension. Only inflate to the pressure range in this guide.&#xA0;<ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use a shock pump with an accurate gauge &#x2014; regular floor pump gauges aren&apos;t precise enough.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Do not use a compressor.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If a fork suddenly feels harsh, doesn&apos;t return smoothly, or is leaking oil near the seals, it may be overinflated or due for service &#x2014; see an&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/service-and-assembly" style="text-decoration:none;">ALSO qualified service partner</a>.</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr" id> </h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="setting-your-rear-suspension">Setting your rear suspension</h3><ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Rotate the rebound knob to the maximum setting (fully clockwise).</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Unscrew the cap on the rear suspension valve. Use the included pump to adjust the air per the table below, then replace the cap.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Rotate the rear rebound knob to your preferred setting &#x2014; counterclockwise increases rebound (bounce).</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr" id="-1"> </h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="setting-your-front-suspension-if-equipped">Setting your front suspension (if equipped)</h3><ul><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Unscrew the cover on the front right fork labeled &quot;Air.&quot;&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Use the included pump to adjust the air per the table below, adding or removing air in small increments and compressing the fork 5-10 times after each change before re-measuring.&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Adjust pressure with the fork upright only, then replace the cover.</li></ul> <h3 dir="ltr" id="recommended-settings-by-rider-weight">Recommended settings by rider weight</h3><div dir="ltr" align="left"><table><thead><tr><th scope="col">Rider Weight</th><th scope="col" style="text-align: center;">Fork Pressure (PSI)</th><th scope="col" style="text-align: center;">Shock Pressure (PSI)</th><th scope="col">Shock Rebound (clicks from max)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>100 lbs (45.4 kg)</td><td>75</td><td>100</td><td>-10</td></tr><tr><td>120 lbs (54.4 kg)</td><td>90</td><td>120</td><td>-10</td></tr><tr><td>140 lbs (63.5 kg)</td><td>105</td><td>140</td><td>-10</td></tr><tr><td>160 lbs (72.6 kg)</td><td>120</td><td>160</td><td>-10</td></tr><tr><td>180 lbs (81.6 kg)*</td><td>135</td><td>180</td><td>-10</td></tr><tr><td>200 lbs (90.7 kg)</td><td>150</td><td>200</td><td>-9</td></tr><tr><td>220 lbs (99.8 kg)</td><td>165</td><td>220</td><td>-8</td></tr><tr><td>240 lbs (108.9 kg)</td><td>180</td><td>240</td><td>-7</td></tr><tr><td>260 lbs (117.9 kg)</td><td>195</td><td>260</td><td>-6</td></tr></tbody></table></div>*Default settings when shipped Fork pressure guideline = 75% of rider weight in lbs (max 200 PSI).&#xA0;Shock pressure guideline = 100% of rider weight in lbs (max 300 PSI).<hr>

Pt. 2 Assembling Your TM-B

Yes, you should fully charge before your first mission.

Give your TM-B a full charge before your first ride! During&#xA0;<a href="https://ridealso.com/pages/support-articles?hcUrl=%252Fen-US%252Fassembling-your-tm-b-8643384" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">assembly</a>, you&apos;ll likely plug in to charge already &#x2014; here&apos;s how to check your progress, whether the battery is on the bike or off.<h3 dir="ltr" id> </h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="if-the-battery-isoff-the-bike">If the battery is&#xA0;off the bike</h3>Check the small e-ink display on the top of the battery itself &#x2014; it shows the current state of charge at a glance, even when the battery isn&apos;t installed.<h3 dir="ltr" id="-1"> </h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="if-the-battery-ison-the-bike">If the battery is&#xA0;on the bike</h3>Check the Portal display, which shows your charge level on most screens. Tap the state-of-charge icon on any screen to see your remaining range in miles.<h3 dir="ltr" id="-2"> </h3><h3 dir="ltr" id="how-to-charge">How to charge:</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">Push up on the round cover on the frame to reveal the USB-C charging port, then plug in the included 240 W USB-C charger. Keep the charging cover closed when not in use.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">IMPORTANT: The e-bike won&apos;t shift into Ride if a cable is plugged into the frame&apos;s USB-C port. If you plug in a cable while riding, the e-bike loses propulsion the next time you stop.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">You can also remove the battery and charge it separately using the port marked with the lightning bolt icon &#x2014; this is the only port that supports bi-directional (device) charging.</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">For full charge times by battery size and more on charge limits and reserve mode, see the Battery FAQs article under Battery in the <a href="https://cdn.air.inc/use1/537b9f41-e200-442b-b2d6-df566eaf7d90/71d9c6ff-b00f-43db-88d6-ac958994f9b3.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Owner&apos;s Guide</a>.</li></ol>

Assembly & Setup

Assembling Your TM-B

Pt. 2 Assembling Your TM-B

Charging Your Battery to Full Before Your First Ride

Fitting your TM-B