Go-Ped Know-Ped - Manual (Page 4)

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Section 1: Important Information
1.1 About this Manual
Why you should read this manual:
This manual was written to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It’s
important for you to understand your new scooter, its features and operations so that your first ride
will get you the most from your new scooter/kart and keep it maintained for optimum performance and
safety.
It is also important that your first ride on a new scooter is taken in a controlled environment, away
from vehicles, obstacles and other hazards.
Even if you have previous experience with motorized scooters, vehicles, bikes, and the likes, you
probably need an update of your scooting habits, knowledge and assumptions. There are many
changes in technologies and construction which can affect function, handling, performance and safety
of your scooter/kart.
General Warning: Scooting/karting can be a hazardous activity even under the
best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your scooter/kart is your respon-
sibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury. This manual contains many “Warn-
ings” and “Cautions” concerning the possible consequences of failure to follow
instructions, perform maintenance, or inspect your scooter. Any fall can result in
serious injury or even death, so operating within the guidelines outlined in this
manual will help reduce those risks.
Attention:
• The status of the Go-Ped® as a “motor vehicle” varies from state to state and is subject to
drivers licensing, insurance requirements and registration.
• You should check with a reliable authority in your state to see if the Go-Ped® must be registered as
a motor vehicle. Your police department or local department of motor vehicles may be able to answer
your questions or direct you to a reliable authority.
• Your insurance policies may not provide coverage for accidents involving the use of this
vehicle. To determine if coverage is provided you should contact your insurance company or
agent.
• The recommended age and minimum weight for the Go-Ped® is 16 years of age or older and
100 pounds, but this is subject to the physical coordination of the rider, the ability of the rider to wear
protective gear, use good decision making ablity, and to take responsibility for their own actions.
1.2 A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS
It’s a tragic fact that most children are more likely to have an accident. As a parent or guardian, you
bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of your minor child. Among these responsibilities
are to make sure that the scooter/kart which your child is riding is properly fitted to the child; that it is
in good repair and in safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned, understand and
obey not only the applicable local motor vehicle and traffic laws, but also the common sense rules of
safe and responsible scooting. As a parent you should read this manual and go over all key points
with your child before letting your child ride the scooter/kart.
Section 2: Safety
2.1 Equipment Safety
Warning: Many States or regions require specific safety devices or equipment. It
is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with laws of the state or region in
which you ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including properly equip-
ping yourself and your scooter/kart.
5) Lock down quick release lever with snug pressure. This will lock axle in position until
readjustment is required again. You are now finished adjusting the rear wheel.
CAUTION : Rear wheel adjustment will be required more frequently when tire is
new and when scooter is driven aggressively. Adjust frequently to prevent drive
system slippage and prematurely wearing out the tire. If drive system is allowed
to slip excessively, high temperatures/friction will result in damage to the drive
spindle and premature tire wear, extreme and uneven tire wear can result,
causing uneven overloading to engine crankshaft and bearing. Refer to “Adjusting
the rear wheel” section in this manual to correct drive system engagement issues.
9.4 Chain tension adjustments
Proper chain care and maintenance is essential to longevity and wear of the drive components on
your chain drive scooter.
• Make sure that the sprockets are perfectly aligned to each other. Use a long straight edge or you
can check this visually by lining up the rear sprocket with the front and seeing that the chain is
straight.
• For scooters equipped with a chain tensioner: The chain tensioner is a critical element in chain
maintenance. As you ride your scooter the chain will stretch over time and without some tension you
can derail a chain and cause permanent damage to the drive components and/or cause a loss in
control of your scooter. As the chain wears, you will need to loosen the tensioner so you can gently
pull on the tensioner and take up any chain slack (pulling more than necessary
will cause your drive components to wear prematurely and add performance
reducing drive system friction). The four screws that hold the motor in place
can be loosened to allow you to realign the sprockets if necessary.
• For scooters equipped with a pivoting motor mount chain tension
adjustment: The motor mount on units with a pivoting motor mount allows
chain tension adjustment to accommodate chain stretch and/or sprocket
wear. To adjust the motor mount simply loosen the two 3/8 nylock nuts
located on the right side of the scooter and pivot the motor mount forward until
the specified chain tension is achieved. Once the desired tension is achieved, retighten
the 3/8 nuts. Failure to keep the chain properly adjusted will result in premature sprocket and chain
wear. The sprockets may be aligned by adding or removing washers between the rear wheel and the
frame.
CAUTION: Tightening the chain more than necessary will cause your drive
components to wear prematurely and add performance reducing drive system
friction.
• The chain should be lubricated before each ride.
• Your chain should be clean. A safe cleaning solvent can be used but the chain must be oiled once it
is dry.
• To reduce dirt and grime buildup and overspray on rear brake components, never over lubricate
the chain.
• Sprockets should be periodically checked for damage and wear. If you notice that there is any
damage to the sprockets or a tooth missing it should be replaced immediately.
CAUTION: Never lubricate chain while motor is running.