WARNING: Patching a tube is an emergency repair. Patches can severely weaken
the integrity of a tube, resulting in possible tube failure and cause a loss of control.
Replace a patched tube as soon as possible. Never replace the tube with anything
other then the stock OEM tube. Using an aftermarket tube or tire not intended for
Go-Ped® specification could result in a sudden loss of pressure that could cause
damage to your scooter and sudden loss of control. Never use a tube or tire that is
not recommended by Go-Ped®.
CAUTION: Replace front or rear tires when tread is worn within 1/16" tread
depth, or if obvious tire damage has occurred.
D. Non-Pneumatic Tire Information
Non-pneumatic tires require no maintenance but must be replaced when normal wear and tear makes
the tire diameter reach the wear limit dimple found on the side wall of the tire. Split, cracked or torn
tires should be replaced immediately.
E. “T” Handle Installation
1. Remove the plastic hinge pin from the bottom of the handle bar assembly.
2. Compress slide tube locking spring and hold in place.
3. Insert the handle bar assembly in the slot of the lower hinge assembly found on the body of the
frame assembly at the front fork.
4. Hold the slide tube in the up position and insert the plastic hinge pin.
5. Use a hammer and a spare bolt (not provided) to get the plastic hinge pin centered in the hole so
that the slide tube can slide over it and sit flush with the bearing race.
Note: Refer to “3.4 Folding
Feature” for proper operation.
3.4
Folding Feature
Your Scooter is equipped with a folding feature for easy carrying and stowage. To fold pull up against
the spring tension on the slide tube found on the base of the “t” handle until it completely exposes the
hinge assembly and fold to the latching mechanism found next to the motor. Reverse process to lock
handle bar in the riding position.
Note: Karts do not have a folding feature.
A. Adjustment of Slide Tube Clamp:
The slide tube clamp on the bottom of your Pro Slide Tube is used on extreme performance Go-Peds
to reduce handlebar play at the hinge. Adjustment of the clamp is a simple operation, which is
performed using a 5mm allen wrench.
-If the clamp is left loose, the slide tube can easily slide up so that the scooter may be folded.
-If the clamp is very tight, it will not be possible to slide the tube up and fold the scooter.
-The clamp will reduce play even when the bolt is not very tight. The play will be reduced more as the
bolt is tightened.
-The rider should determine the setting which works best for them.
CAUTION: Before you ride - Be certain the handle lock tube is in its full
down position, locking the handle bar upright.
6.6
Motorized Riding
Warm up the engine (30 seconds to one minute). With the Sport, X25, X-Ped®, and Super X-
Ped™ engine running and with throttle set at idle, set the rear tire on the ground and immediately
start walking alongside the scooter then step on the deck with both feet and with both hands
firmly on the handle grips you can now begin to add throttle control. This will take some practice
and coordination before you can do it smoothly. With the GSR® you simply stand on the scooter
with both hands on the controls, release the brake, it will begin to roll and you can now apply
throttle control. With the Bigfoot™ you have both hands on the controls and push off or get a
push from an assistant. While the scooter or kart is rolling, slowly lower the motor using the trim
lever to engage the drive spindle against the tire while slowly applying more throttle.
WARNING: The scooters and kart outlined in this manual use a friction and/
or a chain drive system. Keep clear of rear wheel and its drive compo-
nents when the engine is running or sever injury may occur.
CAUTION: As engine power is applied through a friction or chain drive, it is
very important to maintain proper drive roller/chain tension adjustment as
outlined in this manual.
Section 7: Free Wheel Scooting
7.1
Non-Chain Driven Models
Unlock the rear wheel quick release lever. Pull wheel down to bottom of axle adjustment slot. Rotate
EPW to contact lug and lock down Quick Release Lever. Check for free rotation of rear wheel. Riding
in this mode should be legal anywhere bicycles are allowed.
NOTE:
Rear wheel adjustment will be required more frequently when tire is new, to prevent drive
system slippage. If drive system is allowed to slip excessively, high temperatures will result and
damage the drive spindle, extreme or uneven tire wear will also result, causing uneven overloading to
engine crankshaft and bearing. Refer to section 9.3 “Adjusting the rear wheel” in this manual to
correct drive system engagement issues.
7.2
Bigfoot™
To disengage the drive system for free wheeling simply adjust the engine trim lever to the disengaged
position.
7.3
Chain Drive Models
With engine not operating simply push the scooter.
Note: there will be some resistance caused
by the chain components.
Section 8: Maintenance and Parts
CAUTION: Technological advances have made Go-Ped® and the components
more complex then ever. This on going evolution makes it impossible for this
manual to provide all the information required to properly repair and or main-
tain your Go-Ped®. In order to help minimize the chances of an accident and
possible injury, it is critical that you have any repair or maintenance which is not
specifically described in this manual performed by an authorized Go-Ped® dealer.
Just as important is that your individual maintenance requirements will be determined by everything
from your riding style to geographic location. Consult your authorized Go-Ped® dealer for help with
determining your individual maintenance requirements.
