PNEUMATIC
TIRES
ON
THE
PON
‐
E
The front and rear tires on the Pon
‐
e come with lower pressure from the factory for transportation
reasons.
You will need to adjust the tire pressure according to the rider’s weight and riding
preferences. Please do not exceed 80 psi (5.6 bar) maximum inflation.
Example
of recommended pressure:
Example
of recommended pressure:
Rider’s weight/tires pressure:
170 lbs (77kg) tire pressure: front 60 – 70 psi (5.1 bar)/rear 80 psi (5.6 bar)
Tire pressure affects the riding performance:
lower pressure makes for a smooth but slower
ride higher pressure makes for a faster but slightly bumpier ride Check tire pressure once a week –
ride, higher pressure makes for a faster but slightly bumpier ride. Check tire pressure once a week
use a tire gauge. Do not ride with low pressure as this can damage the tires and pose more risk falling.
Final Assembly Check List for the Pon
‐
e
1. When you think that you have completed the assembly process, study the vehicle one
more time and compare it to the photograph on page 5
more time and compare it to the photograph on page 5.
2. Check the bolts that secure the front fork and handlebars. A good push and pull on the
handlebars will immediately indicate whether or not the stem is properly secured. The
handlebars should not be able to rotate on the stem
‐‐‐
even with all of your weight
pushing on it.
3. Do a final brake check by spinning both rear wheels. They should spin freely until you
apply the brakes You should be able to vigorously squeeze the brake levers without
apply the brakes. You should be able to vigorously squeeze the brake levers without
the levers depressing all the way to the handlebar.
4. Check the folding mechanism to insure that both of the rear legs are locked in the
riding position.
Assembly Questions or Replacement Parts
For any questions regarding assembling your Pon
‐
e, replacement parts or accessories, please go to
the
www.trikke.com
website for further details.
Caution!
Before riding for the first time, please take several minutes to go over the
Important Riding and Safety Tips on page 2 and 3 of this manual.
For safety of friends and others who will try your new Pon
‐
e, it’s your
responsibility to coach them about safe riding. Make sure they read and
understand all warnings and safety information in this owner’s manual
Trikke Tribred Pon
‐
e
Owner's
Manual
V1
10/1/08
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y
before riding.
