HELMETS SAVE LIVES !!! ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE YOUR SCOOTER. DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT. AVOID RIDING IN WET CONDITIONS. CORRECT FITTING - MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET COVERS YOUR FOREHEAD. INCORRECT FITTING. FOREHEAD IS EXPOSED AND VULNERABLE TO SERIOUS INJURY.
PART 1 Contents ...............................................................................1 PART 2 Safety ....................................................................................3 PART 3 Bicycle Terms ......................................................................4 PART 4 Unfolding Instructions .................................................... 5-9 PART 5 Folding Instructions .................................................... 10-14 PART 6 Adjusting the Frame Latch ....
SAFETY Thank you for purchasing your folding bicycle. Before using your bicycle, please practice proper folding and unfolding procedures. Be sure to follow the sequence of steps carefully. Proper operation of your bicycle is important for your safety and enjoyment. With a bit of practice, you should be able to fold your bicycle in 15 seconds or less. Enjoy the ride! • Before riding your bike for the first time, make sure it has been checked and adjusted by an authorized bicycle technician.
3 BICYCLE TERMS 1. Handlebar PART 3 - BICYCLE TERMS 3. Handle Post Latch Step 1 Prepare to unfold your bicycle by standing on the side with the chain. The chain and crank will be in front of you. 4. Pedal 5. Crank 6. Chain 7. Seat Post Quick-Release 8. Seat Post 9. Re-Bar Step 1 Step 2 Unfold the frame by swinging the front and rear halves of the frame apart. PART 4 - UNFOLDING INSTRUCTIONS 2.
4 Step 3 Step 5 Lock the frame latch lever by pushing it in towards the frame. It should require 6 kg (14 lbs). of force to close. Swing the handle post up to its vertical position. 4 Step 5 Step 3 Step 4 Step 6 Move the frame latch safety hook into the closed position. Your frame latch safety hook is in the closed position when it prevents the frame latch from opening. Push the handle post latch inwards until it snaps closed. Step 7 Rotate the stopper hook so that it secures the post latch.
4 Step 8 Step 10 Open the seat post quick-release lever and raise the saddle to the desired height. Close the seat post quick-release lever. Be sure not to raise the seat post beyond the safety line marked on the seat post. If you are unfolding your pedals, flip the pedal into the horizontal position. 4 Caution: Be careful not to pinch your fingers. Step 11 Check tires for proper inflation. Step 10 Step 8 Step 9 Step 12 Check brakes for proper adjustment.
PART 5 - FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS 5 FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS Step 4 Step 1 Swing the handle post into the folded position: upside down and flush against the front wheel. Be sure the front wheel stays parallel to the frame. When folded properly, the handlebars should sit just below the wheel axle. Prepare to fold your bicycle by standing on the side with the chain. The chain and crank will be in front of you. Note: On some models the handle post folds to the outside.
5 Step 6 Step 8 Rotate the cranks so that the left crank is pointed forward and down at a 45 degree angle. Open the frame latch lever. 5 Step 8 Step 6 Step 7 Step 9 Move the frame latch safety hook to the open position. Fold the frame in half by swinging the front half of the frame back until the two wheels are parallel. Note: Your frame latch safety hook may be in a slightly different position than shown in the picture above.
5 ADJUSTING THE FRAME LATCH Step 10 If you have a steel frame, the frame latch will open and close with approximately 3 kg. (6.6 lbs.) of force. Warning: If you are in any way unsure of how to make these adjustments yourself, take your bike to a qualified bicycle technician for professional adjustment. Step 1 Step 10 Step 11 Your bicycle is now ready for easy transportation or storage. Adjust the latch bolt so that the latch opens and closes with the correct amount of force (5-6 kg. (11-13.2 lbs.
PART 7 - ADJUSTING THE STEEL HANDLE POST LATCHES 7 ADJUSTING THE STEEL HANDLE POST LATCHES Step 2 Your bicycle should arrive with the handle post latch properly adjusted. However, the handle post latch will need periodic adjustment to keep it working optimally. When properly adjusted, the handle post latch will open and close with approximately 8 kg. (18 lbs.) of force. To tighten the handle post latch, turn the handle post latch bolt counter-clockwise, backing it out of the threaded nut.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND POLICY ON REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your purchase includes the following warranty which is in lieu of all other express warranties. This warranty is extended only to the initial consumer purchaser. No warranty registration is required. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
