BEFORE YOU RIDE
- The Go-Ped® should be warmed
up. Simply use the center stand, so that the rear wheel is off
the ground, and place your foot on the deck while you pull
the pull-start handle. After warming up the engine (30 sec-
onds to one minute), kill the engine by depressing the red
kill button. Now the Go-Ped® can be compression push
started (this may take a little practice, but adequate skill
should be come within a couple of hours) Holding on to the
hand grips, with the throttle off, briskly push the Go-Ped®
forward, then step on the deck (requires at least 70 lbs.)
with one straight leg after pushing off with the other. It may
require a few kicks to get the engine started, but once its
running you may put your other foot on the deck and accel-
erate. All this may be easier on a slight downhill grade until
you have your technique down. An accomplished rider can
get under way in one single natural motion.
MOTORIZED RIDING
Power transmission is through a drive spindle connected
directly to the engine crankshaft. The rear wheel must be
engaged to the engine drive spindle for motorized opera-
tion. Your Go-Ped® is shipped with the rear wheel in the
engaged position. The rear wheel may be engaged / disen-
gaged by use of the quick release axle. If the rear wheel is
incorrectly adjusted, slippage of the friction drive spindle will
greatly increase rear tire wear and prevent compression
push starts. Refer to “How to adjust rear wheel” section of
this manual to correct drive system slippage.
NOTE:
•
The status of the Go-Ped® as a “motor vehicle” is
subject to drivers licensing, insurance requirements and
registration which varies from state to state.
•
You should check with a reliable authority in your state to
see if the Go-Ped® 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
Go-Ped® is 16 years 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 and to take
responsibility for their own actions.
Technical Support Line - 925-373-7827
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated area
outdoors - carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can
be lethal in a confined area.
