Use and Care Manual

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Basic Maintenance Procedures
Tire Inspection
A flat tire or tire blowout can be very inconvenient and can even cause you to have an accident. Take
the time to inspect your tires and wheels before you ride. For more information about handling a flat
tire, refer to the section of this manual titled Resolving the Unexpected.
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Inspect the tire carefully for bumps or bulges in the sidewall of the tire and inside of the treads.
Replace any tires that have bumps or bulges in them.
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Look closely for cuts, slits or cracks in the tires. Replace any tire if you can see a fabric or cord
showing through.
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Check for rocks, screws, nails or other objects embedded in the tires or tread. Remove any foreign
objects.
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Inspect your rims. If you notice the rims are bent or dented, take your go-kart to the nearest
Authorized Monster Moto Service Center for assistance in replacing rim.
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Measure the tread depth of the tires. Replace all tires before the tread depth gets below 0.16in
(4mm) or anytime you notice a reduction in your traction.
Never ride with a bent or dented rim. The tire could suddenly lose pressure,
resulting in an immediate loss of control which may cause a serious accident.
WARNING
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Properly inflated tires will provide you with the best combination of handling, tread life, and riding
comfort. Generally speaking, underinflated tires will wear unevenly and adversely affect handling.
Underinflated tires are also more likely to fail from being overheated and can cause wheel damage
on rocky terrain. Overinflated tires will cause the go-kart to ride harshly, are prone to failure from
surface hazards and wear unevenly.
Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
Make sure the valve stem caps are secure. If needed, install a new cap. Always check air pressure
when your tires are cold. If you check the air pressure when the tires are warm, you will get higher
readings. If you let air out of warm tires to match the recommended cold tire pressure, the tires will
be underinflated. The correct cold tire pressures are listed below. If you replace the tire, follow the tire
pressure marked on the sidewall of the tire.
WARNING
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Front Tire (Cold)
Rear Tire (Cold)
10-15 PSI (69-103 kPa)
10-15 PSI (69-103kPa)
Tire Air Pressure