Apollo APOLLO 150, User Manual

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6.4 Riding
Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the
throttle carefully.
First gear is used for starting off and for steep inclines.
Danger of accidents
If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel blocks and the engine races.
Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed.
Danger of accidents
Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels.
Danger of accidents
A spongy pressure point on the front or rear brake reduces braking efficiency.
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an
authorized Apollo workshop.
• Shift into a higher gear when conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.). To do so, re-
lease the throttle while simultaneously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, re-
lease the clutch lever and open the throttle.
• If you pushed the cold start button while starting, open the throttle briefly and release the
throttle grip or turn the throttle grip for-ward.
• After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so
it is 3/4 open. This will barely reduce the speed but fuel consumption will be considerably
lower.
• Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abrupt throttle opening
increases fuel consumption.
• To shift down, apply the brakes and close the throttle at the same time.
• Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and either
open the throttle or shift again.
• Switch off the engine if running at idle or standing for a long time. Guideline
≥
1 min
• Avoid frequent and longer slipping of the clutch. As a result the engine oil, engine and
cooling system heat up.
• Ride at a low engine speed instead of at a high engine speed with a slipping clutch.
• Explain to your child that he or she must adapt the braking to the traffic situation and the
road conditions.
Check the brake system and do not allow your child to continue riding until the problem is eliminated.
6.5 Braking