Go-Ped Super Go-Quad 30 - Manual (Page 4)

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/kart, its features and operations so that from
your first ride you will get the most from your new scooter/kart and form proper habits to keep it
maintained for optimum performance and safety for many years to come.
Keep this manual. Refer to it often and use it to instruct other users. If you loan out your Go­Ped®
also loan them this manual.
It is also important that your first ride on a new scooter/kart 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 like, you
probably need an update of your scooting habits, knowledge and assumptions. There are many
changes in technologies and construction which 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 Go­Ped® as a “motor vehicle” varies from region to region and is subject to
drivers licensing, insurance requirements and registration.
• You should check with a reliable authority in your area to see if the Go­Ped® 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 Go­Ped® 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 ability, 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, and
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.
9.3 Chain tension Adjustment
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 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 nylock nuts located on the motor
mount under the motor and pivot the motor mount forward until the specified
chain tension is achieved. Once the desired tension is achieved, retighten
the 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. Tighten chain so
that there is approximately 1/4 in of chain play between the two sprockets.
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More about chain tension: Some motor mounts are equipped with a
single carriage bolt which helps to hold the motor in place. Adjust the bolt
until the head of the bolt touches the frame, then lock the bolt in place with
the locknut.
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. Always keep fingers,
clothing, and other objects clear of any rotating chain or wheel.