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HP
Velotechnik
Load capacity
It is important to adjust the spring stiffness of
the suspension according to the load, see the
chapter about adjusting the suspension in this
manual,
page 16
.
Scorpion
The maximum load (rider + luggage) is 150 kg
(330 lbs).The maximum total weight (b
rider + luggage) is 170 kg (374 lbs).The lower
limit is valid.With an attached trailer, the maxi-
mum total weight must not be higher than 170
kg (374 lbs).
Scorpion fx / Scorpion fs
The maximum load (rider + luggage) is 130 kg
(286 lbs).The maximum total weight (b
rider + luggage) is 150 kg (330 lbs).The lower
limit is valid.With an attached trailer, the maxi-
mum total weight must not be higher than 150
kg (330 lbs).
Carrying luggage
Luggage transport is only allowed on the spe-
cial racks designed by HP V
ELOTECHNIK
.
Maximum load:
Rear rack 25 kg (55 lbs)
Lowrider rack (Scorpion fx) 25 kg (55 lbs)
When a rear rack is mounted you have to
make sure that when the rear suspension is
fully compressed there is at least a 1 cm (
1
/
3
")
distance between the rear tire or mudguard
and the rear rack. If you want to increase this
distance you have to decrease the suspension
travel of the rear suspension element with
clip-on spacers. For that purpose please con-
sult your local dealer.
Additional loading can influence the handling of
your trike considerably. If you plan on riding
with heavy luggage we advise you to make a
test ride on a street with no traffic to get used
to the new situation.
The load should be placed as close to the
body of the rider as possible, since this results
in better riding performance.You can also im-
prove the handling of the trike by positioning
the center of gravity of the luggage as low as
possible, so pack heavy items in the bottom of
your panniers. Be careful that your luggage is
safely stored on the racks. Bags must be tight-
ly fastened to the racks so they can not move.
Make sure that loose parts like straps or belts
can not touch the wheels, the derailleur, or the
suspension.
The rear rack is designed for standard bike
panniers or HP Velotechnik ‘banana-style’ bags.
Take care that your luggage does not cover
the lighting system and the reflectors of your
tricycle and that they stay fully functional.
General safety instructions