LITESPEED RX
OWNERS MANUAL
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DESCRIPTION OF DESIGN
The latest evolution and third generation of the innovative Moyes Litespeed range is the Moyes Litespeed RX.
This glider has been specifically designed for racing and offers a larger wing span and higher aspect ratio
providing enhanced glide and climb characteristics. Despite the larger span and aspect ratio, the Moyes
Litespeed RX handles extremely well due to the advanced sail design and it makes launching, landing and
climbing pleasurable tasks.
The sail top surface is fully constructed from durable PX Mylar cloth and is standard as a full white surface with
Titanium Oxide finish reducing UV effects on the sail. An optional “Technora” sail is also available. The
Technora inlaid sail uses a lighter semi-transparent dark Mylar cloth in the centre of the wing surrounded by
white PX Mylar., the smoke inlaid sail reduces the weight of the sail by approximately 1.5kgs an is
aesthetically pleasing. The under surface is made from Dacron, and is divided into three areas which can be
customised to suit the colour requirements of the pilot.
The Moyes Litespeed RX is supplied standard with full aluminium leading edges, carbon fibre cross bars,
standard aerofoil uprights and a round base bar. The glider flies very nicely in this configuration, however
glider weight can be reduced and handling improved through the inclusion of an extensive range of
performance options.
If using the standard uprights, an aluminium aerodynamic FAST base bar can be added. The preferred option
is to upgrade the A-frame to the Moyes Zoom uprights and carbon fibre speed bar. The Moyes Zoom uprights
have a very low drag coefficient. They are made from extruded aluminium with an electrically etched black
finish. The Moyes Zoom carbon fibre speed bar uses the same aerodynamic profile as the Zoom uprights. The
base bar is hand laid using pre-impregnated carbon fibre cloth and is pressure cured at high temperature to
ensure an attractive and durable finish.
A range of carbon fibre performance options are available when ordering the Moyes Litespeed RX. These
include carbon fibre outer leading edges, carbon fibre inner leading edges, carbon fibre dive sticks, carbon
batten set and carbon fibre leading edge inserts. Except for the carbon batten set, all these options are hand
laid using pre-impregnated carbon fibre and pressure/temperature cured to provide light yet strong
components. The carbon fibre options provide a stiffer and lighter alternative to the standard aluminium
components, contributing to the handling and performance of the glider.
