NORI NORI KYOTO E-BIKE GUIDE

How to Use Your E-Bike Controls

A simple English guide to the Japanese buttons and display on our Panasonic electric-assist bicycles.

Velo Star / Velo Star Mini Child-seat E-Bike Panasonic SW Lock & Kickstand

Velo Star & Velo Star Mini

These bikes use Panasonic’s LCD Switch 5 (液晶スイッチ5). The official assist modes are Power (パワー), Automatic (オートマチック) and Long (ロング).

▲ASSIST
▼ASSIST
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88 分オートマチック
切替
MODE
電源
POWER

Simplified guide based on Panasonic LCD Switch 5 layout.

▲ / ▼ ASSIST — アシスト切替Use the up/down assist buttons to choose Power, Automatic or Long.
切替 / MODEChanges the information on the LCD: battery level, remaining range, and remaining assist time.
電源 / POWERTurns the electric-assist system on or off. Keep your feet off the pedals while switching on.
LIGHT / ライトThe Velo Star line is equipped with an automatic front light. The light control is beside the display.
Power — パワーStrongest assistance. Best for hills, bridges and heavier loads.
Velo Star: approx. 28 km
Velo Star Mini: approx. 31 km
Automatic — オートマチックRecommended for most riders. The bike automatically adjusts assistance to the riding conditions.
Velo Star: approx. 36 km
Velo Star Mini: approx. 40 km
Long — ロングReduced assistance for maximum range on longer, flatter rides.
Velo Star: approx. 53 km
Velo Star Mini: approx. 64 km
  1. Switch on without pressing the pedals.
    Press POWER and wait about 1–2 seconds before you start riding.
  2. Use Automatic for normal sightseeing.
    For most Kyoto rides, this is the easiest setting.
  3. Use Power when you need more help.
    Choose Power for hills, bridges, stronger headwinds or heavier loads.

The official Panasonic range figures above are measured under standardized test conditions. Actual range changes with rider weight, hills, stops, temperature, tire pressure and assist mode.

Electric bike with child seat

The child-seat E-Bike uses a similar Panasonic LCD control. For most riders, keep it in Automatic mode and only switch to Power for hills or a heavier load.

オートマチック  100% Automatic mode · Battery 100%
ASSISTアシスト · Assist level
MODE / 切替Display info
LIGHTライト · Light
POWER電源 · On / Off
Battery level / バッテリー残量Shown as a percentage. Example: 100% means the battery is fully charged.
Remaining range / 残走行距離Estimated assisted riding distance remaining, shown in km.
Remaining assist time / 残走行時間Estimated assisted riding time remaining, shown in minutes.
Important with a child passengerHold both brakes when stopped and keep your feet off the pedals until you are ready to move. Electric assistance can feel strong from a standing start.

Panasonic SW

The SW is deliberately simple. There is no assist-mode selector and no LCD menu: press the power button and the bike uses its automatic assist setting.

POWER
電源
POWER / 電源Press once to switch the assist system on. The battery indicator lights will illuminate.
3 lightsApprox. 71–100% battery remaining.
2 lightsApprox. 41–70% battery remaining.
1 lightApprox. 11–40% battery remaining.
1 flashing lightApprox. 0–10% remaining. Please plan to return or recharge soon.
Front lightOn the SW, the battery light stays on while the bicycle power is on.

Japanese → English

液晶スイッチ5LCD Switch 5
電源Power / On–Off
ライトLight
アシスト切替Change assist mode
切替Change display information
パワーPower mode — strongest assistance
オートマチックAutomatic mode — balanced everyday assistance
ロングLong mode — reduced assistance for longer range
バッテリー残量表示Battery level display
残り走行距離表示Remaining range display
残り走行時間表示Remaining assist time display
外装7段変速7-speed external gears
サークル錠Rear wheel circle lock / frame lock
1本スタンドSingle-leg side kickstand

How to Use the Lock & Kickstand

These are the two things riders most often forget after leaving the shop. Our staff will demonstrate both at pickup.

5-Digit Combination Cable Lock

Our staff will give you the 5-digit combination code when you pick up the bicycle.

DO NOT TURN THE RESET RING
  1. To lock: pass the flexible cable through the bicycle frame or wheel and insert the cable end into the lock body.
  2. To unlock: line up the 5 numbers with the code given by our staff, then pull the cable out.
  3. After unlocking: keep the lock in its normal position and store it safely on the bicycle.
Important: do not turn or move the small reset ring / collar beside the number dials. Moving it can change the combination setting and may make the lock impossible to open with the original code.

Side Kickstand with Safety Latch

The stand has a small latch near the pivot. Use your foot gently — there is no need to force it.

small latch
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  1. To put the stand down: lightly push the small latch backward with your foot, then swing the stand down and back until it is fully open.
  2. To put the stand up: move the stand forward and up until it returns to the riding position and the small latch returns to its locked position.
  3. Before riding: check that the stand is fully up and not hanging down.
Please do not kick or force the mechanism. If it feels stuck, stop and move it gently. If you are unsure, contact NoriNori.

Before you start

  • Do not press the pedals while switching the bike on. Give the system about 1–2 seconds to initialize first.
  • For most Kyoto sightseeing, use Automatic mode.
  • The remaining range and remaining time are estimates. Hills, rider weight, stops, temperature and assist mode can change the actual result.
  • If the battery becomes empty, the bicycle can still be ridden as a normal bicycle, but it will feel heavier.
  • If the display shows an error, unusual flashing, or the assist feels abnormal, stop riding and contact NoriNori.

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