TM-B
Getting more
out of TM-B.
Transcendent Mobility is a lifelong pursuit—the more you learn, the more you realize how much is still to be discovered. To aid you in your journey, we’ve whipped up this guide. Read on for your 200-level TM-B enlightenment.
Bad Fit Seat too low, knees riding high, back hunched—legs doing extra work.
Good Fit Seat at perfect height, legs slightly bent, posture relaxed—riding feels effortless.
It sounds simple and intuitive, but the perfect fit can take some tinkering to find. Trust the process, only make small adjustments each time, and you’ll have your Cinderella moment.
Start here and in this order:
Seat height
Too low and your knees stay bent; too high and you rock to reach the pedals. Aim for a slight bend at the bottom of the stroke.
Handlebar angle
Small rotations change how upright you sit. Dial the bars until your shoulders stay soft and your wrists feel neutral.
Suspension
Set sag for your weight. If the ride feels harsh or wallowy, a few clicks of preload make a big difference.
If something still feels off after a few rides, don't just live with it. A good local bike shop (or one of our certified service providers) can help you dial in fit. Sometimes a second set of eyes is all it takes.
Top Frame note: Seat adjustments only apply to Solo and Utility Top Frames. Bench Top Frame is one size fits all.
The Modular Top Frame System is one of TM-B’s most innovative features. It enables you to change your bike entirely, turning one into three: Solo, Utility, and Bench. And you can swap among them in under three seconds, no tools required. Three bikes, three seconds…three.
To remove: Make sure the bike is unlocked and in Walk. Swipe down from the top of the Portal and tap the button to eject. Wait for the Portal to confirm it's safe to remove, then lift the Top Frame straight off.
To install: Front goes in first. Think of it like putting a shoe on your foot: toe in, then lower the heel. Hold it in place for a moment for your bike to detect it and it’ll lock it in place.
This one’s a little heady, so stick with us.
On a regular bike, you shift gears to match the road. On TM-B, it’s kind of the opposite. You set a pedaling rhythm and DreamRide reacts to the road for you. Hill coming? Your bike adjusts so you don’t have to. You? As you were—just keep on spinning.
Cadence is how fast you choose to spin. In other words, your pedaling speed, measured in pedal rotations per minute. Typically, this is a number you’ll set and forget, unless you really want something different out of your ride.
TM-B defaults to 60 RPM—a comfortable rate for most riders. For context, a pro rider’s cadence is typically in the range of 90-105 RPM! Start at 60 and feel it out.
Your daily driver. Brisk, balanced acceleration for most on-road riding. The one you’ll probably live in.
Top power, top performance. For when you want to feel the full force of what this steed can do. TM-B Performance only.
Built for off-road. Steady power, speed-limited to 20 mph, and the throttle (if avail. in your location) switches to assist boost. All Terrain Road Package only.
Lighter acceleration, longer range. The move for big days or longer hauls when you want to stretch every mile out of your battery.
Try ‘em all out. See how your bike responds when you unleash the beasts within.
If you’re looking for a little extra oomph, look no further than the assist boost lever located by your right thumb. Hold it down while pedaling to temporarily increase your assist level (or, to really squeeze the metaphor, extra sets of legs).
Starting off-bike, the ALSO App is for all things TM-B when you’re not actually on your TM-B. Before you ride, plan your route or update your software. After, check your charge or get security alerts. You can also name and re-name a cool mini version of your TM-B anytime you like.
On-bike, it’s all about the Portal, your mission control and live interface with TM-B. Here’s some more detail on each of your screens:
Kind of like a car’s main instrument panel, the Ride screen displays vital ride data like speed, assist level, and battery charge. It also displays an icon to indicate your Ride Mode, and a nifty meter that gauges energy input (pedaling, regen) and output (battery charge).
Dials for miles, and more. Here’s where you’re able to dig a little deeper into your ride analytics. Keep tabs on miles covered, energy input, and battery range. We plan to make this screen customizable with additional metrics with an OTA.
Not only is it a pain to have to whip out your phone to make sure you’re on track, it’s straight up unsafe. We built this feature in so that you can keep your phone stowed, and your eyes on the road. Simply cue up your route in the ALSO App, and let your TM-B lead the way. When you’re not actively navigating a route, Navigation will display your current street.
Swipe down to access Quick Controls from any of the previous three screens. These are your on-the-fly DreamRide adjustments. Toggle between Auto and Manual transmissions, adjust your Cadence and Assist levels, and change your Ride Mode all from the Quick Controls screen.
Push up on the round cover on the frame to access the USB-C port, plug in, and walk away. Good for when your bike lives near an outlet.
Eject it via the Portal, carry it inside, plug it in wherever’s convenient—kitchen counter, office desk, you name it. Good for apartment dwellers or for when you’re charging on-the-go.
Either way, for regular use, you’ll likely want to charge your bike every night after you’re done riding. Here’s roughly how long you’re looking at from 0 to 80%:
Cold weather note: In cooler weather (between 32–50°F), your battery charges as normal but won’t go above 80%. Any colder than that and charging could damage your battery. Best to bring it inside to charge.
Locking/
Unlocking
Here’s how you do it:
Swipe the lock icon on the Portal display to lock or unlock. You can also set a PIN for an extra layer of security. Configure that in the app.
One thing worth knowing: a PIN reset requires that your phone be within Bluetooth range. If you're troubleshooting this feature, that's the first thing to check.
Still have questions?
Our support team is standing by and the full Owner’s Guide is always available.
