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TRIKKE eV5 Owner Manual March 2013
Table of contents
1. The Trikke eV5
1.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
1.2 Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
2. Preparing the eV5 for your first ride
2.1 Unpacking the box ........................................................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Unfolding and folding the frame .................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Mounting the handlebar ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.4 Installing the battery ....................................................................................................................................... 11
3. Operating your eV5
3.1 Pre-ride inspection ........................................................................................................................................ 12
3.2 Power on/off .................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Accelerating ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.4 Riding .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
3.5 Taking turns ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.6 Slowing down/braking ................................................................................................................................... 17
3.7 Parking, locking .............................................................................................................................................. 18
3.8 Storage ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
3.9 Transport .......................................................................................................................................................... 19
4. Inspection, maintenance and adjustments
4.1 Battery ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.2 Handlebar ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Frame .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
4.4 Tires ................................................................................................................................................................. 21
4.5 Brakes .............................................................................................................................................................. 24
4.6 Fairings and skirts .......................................................................................................................................... 25
4.7 Maintenance schedule .................................................................................................................................. 26
5. Warnings, safety information and riding tips
................................................................................ 29
6. Warranty
....................................................................................................................................................... 33