Kuberg Freerider 2016, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...iding skills this is a wonderful feature as it will teach riders throttle control gradually with lower power If the maximum power and torque is set too aggressively the rider may accelerate to a speed he she is not comfortable with Your Freerider has great capabilities and can grow with the skills of the rider to very high levels of performance but it is important to start slow and speed up as you...

Page 4: ... IN PERIOD 13 MOTORCYCLE CONTROLS 13 DRIVE TRAIN 16 ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION 16 MOTOR PERFORMANCE 16 WEATHER EFFECTS ON PERFORMANCE 16 MAINTENANCE 17 BEFORE EACH RIDE 17 DAILY MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 17 CLEANING 17 FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 18 REAR WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 18 FRONT AND REAR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 19 BRAKE SQUEAL 20 ADJUSTING THE SUSPENSION 20 BATTERY USE CARE AND MAINTE...

Page 5: ...ETTING POWER TORQUE MODES 25 SETTING UP THE BRAKES 26 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY TIPS BEGINNER RIDERS 27 FIRST RIDE NOVICE RIDERS 27 LEARNING TO STAND UP 27 CORRECT RIDING TECHNIQUE 27 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 29 HELMETS 29 CLOTHING 29 ACCESSORIES 30 LIMITED WARRANTY 31 ...

Page 6: ...o not understand any of this important information please contact your selling dealer distributor or the KUBERG Customer Service Department Email kuberg kuberg com phone 420 608 757 353 Prop 65 WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Batteries also contain chemicals known ...

Page 7: ...ne that their child or teenager has the ability and judgment to operate the vehicle safely WARNING OFFROAD USE ONLY Kuberg motorcycles are designed primarily for OFF ROAD use Please check your local state and national regulations as to whether single track motorized electric vehicles are legal for road use in your area Kuberg Freerider is not homologated for road use in the European Union ELECTRIC...

Page 8: ...caused by rider error A typical error made by motorcycle riders is veering wide on a turn due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or under cornering due to insufficient lean angle for the given speed WARNING Maintain a proper posture while riding The posture of rider is important for proper control of the motorcycle The rider should keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests during operation ...

Page 9: ...ow children to ride on slopes that are too steep for their ability NIGHT TIME Do not ride after dark or in low light conditions BATTERIES We have equipped your KUBERG Freerider with highly advanced lithium ion batteries Go to page xxx to learn about these batteries and the correct charging procedure BE AWARE OF THE MOTORCYCLE S CHAIN Under no circumstances should hands or other body parts be close...

Page 10: ... to a whole new riding experience 1 Throttle 2 Handlebar 3 Steering column 4 Front brake 5 Rear brake 6 Number plate 7 On off switch 8 Fender 9 Tire 10 Front forks 11 Speed torque control button 12 Foot pegs 13 Motor 14 Shock absorber 15 Chain tensioner 16 Charge port 17 Controller 18 Seat 19 Battery 3 11 1 2 4 5 6 13 16 18 19 14 9 9 10 17 12 15 7 ...

Page 11: ...tirety Kuberg Inc will not be responsible for any injuries and or death and or other damage s caused by such modifications TOP SPEED 55 KMH 34 MPH WEIGHT 36 kg 79 lbs POWER 8000 watts 48 V motor BATTERIES 22 2 Ah 48 V lithium ion CONTROLLER KUBERG BLDC PRO INPUT STANDARD 110 V or 220 V TRANSMISSION Clutchless one speed FINAL DRIVE 80T 10T chain 219H FRAME Steel double cradle tube frame powder coat...

Page 12: ...re the handle bars tightly in the steering stem Double check tightness and alignment 5 Adjust the brake lever positions to suit the rider FIRST SETUP 1 Check the tire pressure of both tires and confirm that they are properly inflated The opti mal tire pressure for the Kuberg Freerider is 35 50 PSI 2 4 3 4 bar for general use and should never exceed 50 PSI 3 4 bar 2 Unpack the charger from its box ...

Page 13: ... starts and accelerate gradually Avoid hard braking New brakes need some time to break in with moderate use for the first 50km 30 miles or three full charges MOTORCYCLE CONTROLS MAGNETIC KILL SWITCH Magnetic kill switch is located on the left hand side of the handlebars Always switch the bike into the OFF position when stopped or parked WARNING If the power is turned on and the throttle is open th...

Page 14: ...be switched OFF before attaching and plugging in the charger CHARGE INDICATOR The LED battery charge indicator is located on a plastic cover between the seat and the handle bars The LED illuminates green when the bike is fully charged yellow when the charge reaches 65 and red when the battery charge reaches 30 The red light will start blinking when the bat tery charge is very low From this point t...

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Page 16: ... alignment and the chain for tension WARNING Failure to maintain and adjust the chain and align the wheel correctly could result in the chain jumping off the sprockets causing a potentially dangerous and damaging situation MOTOR PERFORMANCE The Kuberg Freerider has multiple sensors and control software to prevent the batteries motor and the controller from overheating Once the temperature of batte...

Page 17: ...ary This vehicle should be returned for periodic maintenance to your selling dealer AT LEAST once per year but more frequently if used under severe or heavy use conditions DAILY MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Keep your KUBERG Freerider clean and dry Regularly check all components for tightness and adjustment including handlebars levers axles chain and brakes Check the settings for torque and maximum spe...

Page 18: ...heel away from the front forks 4 To re install the wheel reverse the above procedure and ensure the wheel is aligned cor rectly and the axle bolts are tight 5 Spin the wheel to ensure it is centered and spins freely REAR WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 1 Make sure power is switched off 2 Lift the bike onto a block or stand so the wheels are off the ground 3 Remove the chain tensioner by removing th...

Page 19: ...by pulling hard on the lever a number of times Fine adjustments can be made at the handlebar lever 4 If the wheel does not spin freely with the brake released the caliper position itself can be moved by using an Allen wrench Allen Key on the back side of the caliper WARNING KUBERG brakes are adjustable Novice riders should have the front brake backed off somewhat so it does not bite too suddenly A...

Page 20: ...re All damper adjustment positions are taken from full closed clockwise Position 0 Maximum damping DAMPING ADJUSTMENT FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ADJUSTMENT CLICKS OPEN CLOSED STANDARD TUNING MIXED TERRAIN DH RACE TUNING ROOTY ROCKY FREERIDE TUNING BURMS JUMPS 18 0 9 14 6 TUNING TIPS For best performance it s important to balance the rebound damping in the front fork and rear shock front and rear wheel...

Page 21: ... to property WARNING Never short circuit the discharge terminals of the battery A short circuit will damage the battery and may cause a fire resulting in severe injury or death and or damage to property WARNING Never manipulate the battery never open the battery pack and do not puncture the battery cover or the battery itself CAUTION Keep the battery away from excessive heat and or open flames Avo...

Page 22: ... s battery to the charger may damage the charger The recommended charging time for a fully discharged battery is 2 5 hours After 1 5 hours of charging the battery should be charged to about 80 After 2 5 hours the battery should be charged to 99 of capacity WARNING Only use the supplied battery charger Using any other battery charger will void the warranty and may damage the battery The LED light o...

Page 23: ...D INSTALLATION During normal use KUBERG does not recommend removing the batteries from the Kuberg Freerider Should you need to replace the battery or remove it KUBERG highly recommends tak ing the motorcycle to a certified technician or a Kuberg dealer If you choose to remove or replace the battery yourself please follow the following instructions carefully 1 Ensure the power switch is in off posi...

Page 24: ...wer long term temperatures will permanently damage the batteries If you have any questions about the batteries or their usage please do not hesitate to contact the Kuberg Customer Service kuberg kuberg com BATTERY DISPOSAL We are confident that you will enjoy many kilometers or miles of thrilling riding with your KUBERG motorcycle But batteries can eventually wear out When this happens we urge you...

Page 25: ...nsure that the Kuberg Freerider and its rider are prepared for every ride The motorcycle must be set to the abilities of the rider and the rider and the bike must be supervised when ridden by a child or a teenager Novice riders can lose concentration quickly and be easily distracted If the speed is set too high or the brakes too severe an accident could occur RIDE SAFE SETTING POWER TORQUE MODES F...

Page 26: ... with an audible one two or three beep sound 5 The power mode is now set If you want to set a different power mode level repeat the process from step 1 CAUTION Sport and Race modes should only be used by experienced riders SETTING UP THE BRAKES The brakes on Kuberg motorcycles are adjustable Novice riders should have the front brake backed off somewhat so it does not bite too suddenly As the rider...

Page 27: ...to the ON position 4 Before twisting the throttle you should have your legs off the foot pegs and spread out 5 Twist the throttle smoothly and slowly and set off 6 Once comfortable lift your feet onto the foot pegs as you ride 7 Once stopped turn the power switch to the OFF position and unplug the magnetic kill switch LEARNING TO STAND UP Once the basics are mastered the speed and torque settings ...

Page 28: ...g the handlebars in the opposite direction as the rider intends to travel This will cause the bike to lean and turn in the desired direction Counter steering needs to be taught slowly and smoothly sudden movements of the handlebars may cause an accident If tight turns are mastered correctly many other skills will follow naturally ...

Page 29: ...made from tear resistant materials leather or Kevlar 8 Clothing that is brightly colored so other vehicle users and pedestrians can see you WARNING THE RIDER MUST WEAR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY HELMET BOOTS AND EYE PROTECTION HELMETS There is no single factor that works best for reducing the severity of injuries sustained in accidents more than a quality helmet Don t ever allow your KUBERG m...

Page 30: ...ION The total weight of the rider accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit WARNING Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar front fork or front fender Genuine KUBERG accessories have been specifically designed for use on this motorcycle Since KUBERG cannot test all other accessories that may be available you are personally responsible for the proper selection inst...

Page 31: ...ny KUBERG product used for rent al or commercial purposes unless the specific product is designated labeled or marketed by KUBERG as acceptable for rental or commer cial use All warranty claims must be made directly to selling retailer The selling retailer is the primary provider of warranty support and customer service KUBERG may choose to perform warranty service at the sole discretion of KUBERG...

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