Vectrix VX-1, Manual

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Tire Inflation
CAUTION: Under-inflation is the most common cause
of tire failure and may result in severe tire cracking,
tread separation, “blowout,” or unexpected loss of
scooter control causing personal injury and possible
death.
Riding on tires that are low can result in decreased
range and performance.
Tire pressure should be checked and adjusted before
each ride. Tire pressure is checked using an accurate
gauge when the tires are cold. This means that the
tires have not been ridden on for 3 hours. Always
replace the valve stem cap when finished.
FRONT REAR
220 kpa
(32 psi)
276 kpa
(40 psi)
Lights
Because body panels need to be removed, all lights must
be changed by an authorized Vectrix dealer.
Tire Wear Indicators (TWI)
TWI indicators are marked in various locations around
the side wall of the tire.
TWI (wear bars) are located at the base of the main
grooves and are equally spaced around the tire. Always
replace the tires when they reach a remaining tread
depth of two thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32"). If not
corrected, wet weather accidents are more likely to
occur due to skidding on bald or nearly bald tires. Also,
excessively worn tires are more susceptible to damage
from road hazards. Built-in tread wear indicators (A),
or “wear bars,” which look like narrow strips of smooth
rubber across the tread, will appear on the tire when
that point of wear is reached. When you see these
wear bars, the tire is worn out and it’s time to replace.
A