Panther R-Bike, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...com Panther Documents_Design Owners_Manual pdf OWNERS MANUAL PANTHER MOTORCYCLES A MUST read for every owner July 19 2014 Erik Brinkman ErikBrinkman com Panther T 1 650 488 8365 2010 ErikBrinkman com All rights reserved ...

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Page 4: ...Panther Motorcycle Owners Manual for the Panther R Bike Model 2010 ErikBrinkman com All Rights Reserved Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual ...

Page 5: ...fo 3 Pre Ride Inspection Checklist 3 Riding Equipment 6 Helmet 6 Motorcycle Riding 7 Accessories 8 Modification Prohibitions 9 Fuel Controls 10 Fuel Supply Valve PetCock 10 Reserve 10 Fuel Enrichment Lever Choke 10 Throttle Control 11 Brake Controls 12 Front 12 Rear 12 Clutch Control 13 Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Table of Contents ...

Page 6: ...Center Stand 21 Instrumentation 22 Standard Package 22 Extreme Package 22 Explorer Package 23 Transmission Operation 24 Gear Shifting 24 DownShifting 25 Engine Starting Stopping 26 Cold Start Procedure 26 Hot Starting Procedure 27 Shutting Off Your Motorcycle 27 Refueling 28 Fuel Requirements for your Motorcycle 28 Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Table of Contents ...

Page 7: ...aintenance 32 Checking Engine Oil 33 Oil Filter 33 Transmission Oil 33 Spark Plugs 33 Throttle System 34 Brake System 34 Tires 34 Wheels 35 Battery s 35 Fasteners 36 Warranty 37 Pollutant Emissions Warranty 37 Noise Emissions Warranty 38 Tampering 39 Reporting Safety Defects 40 Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Table of Contents ...

Page 8: ...nual It is one of the most important tools provided with your purchase This Owner s Manual will help you understand and enhance the enjoyment of owning your Panther R Bike motorcycle for decades to come NOTE Please visit Our WebSite at www ErikBrinkman com Panther for Owner s Manual Updates Addendum Corrections and Service Bulletins IMPORTANT Two aspects of this Owner s Manual are that adequate ma...

Page 9: ...e a warranty twice the longest in the industry we need to be sure that the bike cannot be abused beyond its capacity and so we have it self aware of oil quality heat buildups etc This assures that the bike will last a ridiculously long time Changes in oil formulations are dealt with by the software updates It is just like your computer at home You get updates by plugging your bike into the interne...

Page 10: ...ks embedded objects and uneven wear Mirrors Manual inspection of the mirrors is important Clean and adjust the mirrors for proper vision The mirror faces are inexpensive and easy to replace Fuel Level DO NOT NEED TO CHECK The bike checks it for you If the fuel lis dirty or the level is low the bike will notify you Engine Oil Level DO NOT NEED TO CHECK The bike checks it for you and notifies you if...

Page 11: ...tch or wear If there is ever a problem the bike will notify you Throttle DO NOT NEED TO CHECK The throttle is ball bearing smooth and has no cable to adjust no binding stretching crimping twisting sticking cracking dragging fraying tearing stretch or wear If there is ever a problem the bike will notify you and if safety requires it will shut down Cables DO NOT NEED TO CHECK There is no need to che...

Page 12: ...l check all three beam s operation and notify you if there is a problem Fasteners and Hardware DO NOT NEED TO CHECK There is no need to check any fasteners There is no need to pay special attention to engine and transmission mounts pivot shaft bolts axles brake caliper mounts handlebar mounts hand controls and foot controls These and all other fasteners are already locked They cannot come loose Th...

Page 13: ... R Bike is ballistic grade and yet are NOT to be considered eye or face protection We recommend goggles or a face shield when riding Eye Glasses are NOT usually made to protect a rider from wind or road debris When choosing a Face Shield or Goggles we recommend that they meet the following criteria They fasten securely and are free from scratches Do not obstruct side views Are made of a fog resist...

Page 14: ...nsibility for you the operator is to understand and follow the operating instructions as well as the traffic laws in the locations that you are riding in IMPORTANT Although the owner s manual provides info for riders of motorcycles it is not to be used as a substitute for qualified instruction on riding a motorcycle on public streets and hi ways In addition individuals who ride motorcycles must be...

Page 15: ...not be responsible for any damage or injury that may occur from the use or installation of such items It is crucial that the owner of a Panther R Bike Motorcycle considers the factors of the added weight including proper distribution in order to retain the proper weight balance of the motorcycle In addition the owner of a Panther R Bike Motorcycle must pay special attention not to exceed the load ...

Page 16: ...l Government Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and must meet restrictions on engine exhaust emissions Any modifications of the Engine Ignition System or Fuel System are prohibited Changes to these systems may result in poor performance excessive exhaust emissions or motorcycle failure Any changes will be immediately detected by the bike and it will no longer allow itself to be operated IMPORTANT Any ...

Page 17: ...er to activate the reserve you need to lean the bike over 45 degrees to its side Fuel Enrichment Lever Choke In an ordinary motorcycle such a lever is used to help start the engine when it is at the same temperature as the surrounding air With your Panther R Bike motorcycle such a lever is not needed The bike makes the needed adjustments automatically Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Fuel Control...

Page 18: ... wrist will move upward The throttle has a self returning mechanism and should close enabling the engine to return to an idle condition when it is released WARNING Never remove your hand from the Throttle Control when riding your motorcycle By doing so loss of control of your motorcycle may occur so the Panther R Bike detects when your hand is removed so even when on cruise control and the throttl...

Page 19: ...lly turn itself back on in case you forget NOTE The rider can switch from independent brakes to proportional braking Proportional Braking is often best for the beginner rider WARNING To maximize and safely operate your motorcycle s brake system Always use a combination of Front and Rear Brakes do not slow or stop your motorcycle using one brake Maximum braking initiated by a rider should be done w...

Page 20: ...ard the left side handgrip with your left hand fingers To engage the Clutch release the Clutch Lever gradually and slowly while operating opening the throttle control WARNING Before attempting to start your motorcycle always disengage the Clutch and make sure that the transmission is in neutral position Failure to do so may result in your motorcycle lurching forward when the starter is engaged Per...

Page 21: ...ORNER Press the respective Turn Signal Switch Button for 4 seconds the Turn Signal Light will flash for 20 seconds then self cancel Mode 3 STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT TO MAKE A TURN Press the perspective Turn Signal Signal Button for 4 seconds the Turn Signal Light will flash for 75 seconds then self cancel NOTE All the above 3 Turn Signal MODS can be cancelled by pressing the respective Turn Signa...

Page 22: ... Stop Switch must be in the RUN position before attempting to start your motorcycle Depressing the Engine Run Switch to the RUN position allows the engine to start and run Pushing the Engine Run Switch to the OFF position will stop the engine and not allow it to start Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Engine Run Stop Switch 15 ...

Page 23: ...iPod will take their picture and WiFi it to us The alarm will sound the bike will shut down and the brakes will lock Push START on the Electric Starter Button Switch to engage the starter motor releasing the start button disengages the starter motor WARNING Engaging the Starter Motor for more than 5 second intervals can result in overheating the Electrical and Starter Systems which may cause damag...

Page 24: ...orn Button Switch is located on the left hand side of the handlebar Push HORN on the Horn Button Switch to activate the horn Releasing the Horn Button Switch will deactivate the horn Business Plan Panther Motorcycles Company Motorcycle Horn 17 ...

Page 25: ...eadlight There are Low High or Extra High beams There is no LOW beam switch because low beam is always on Depressing the switch marked HIGH will activate the High Beam of the Headlight in addition the blue indicator light will become lit For EXTRA HIGH hold down the switch in the high beam position This will cause both the Low and High beams to shine together This is handy for signaling when passi...

Page 26: ...or Rear Brakes are applied All rear lights tail lights and turn lights are on all the time and become brighter when the brakes are applied This way you can always see if a light is not working If you apply the brakes very hard the brake light will quiver pulse to give extra attention to any drivers behind you Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Brake Light 19 ...

Page 27: ...u in addition to as much of the lane next to you as possible Use both of your Mirrors to their fullest potential Check both Mirrors frequently to view traffic changes occurring around you NOTE Objects in both mirrors are closer than they appear WARNING Do not attempt to adjust the Mirrors when your motorcycle is moving Removing a hand from the handlebar may result in a loss of control of your moto...

Page 28: ...in such as sand loose dirt or hot asphalt Such surfaces may allow your Center Stand to sink unevenly thus creating the potential that may allow your Panther Motorcycle to fall over The Center Stand can support the weight of the bike two passengers and lots of luggage when is in the DOWN position Be sure the Center Stand is completely in the UP position before riding your Panther R Bike Motorcycle ...

Page 29: ...tyle mechanical Gauge the first 8 readings The gauge displays the following instrumentation Standard Package 1 Speedometer 2 Tachometer RPMs 3 Odometer 4 Trip Odometer 5 Gear Indicator 6 Fuel Level 7 Oil Pressure 8 Voltage 9 Oil Level 10 Tranny Oil Level 11 Clock 12 Tire Pressure 13 Power Level 14 Frame Shape 15 Diagnostic Codes for servicing Extreme Package 16 Fuel Temp 17 Oil Temperature 18 Cyli...

Page 30: ...our Panther is very self aware It monitors the condition acidity solids of the fluids engine tranny oils It monitors the brake pressure and many other systems in the background and lets you know if there is a problem 78 sensors This greatly reduces the need for many of the pre ride checks needed with other bikes If there is a problem a warning will appear on the iPod screen Panther Motorcycles Own...

Page 31: ...be expected because of the nano diamond DLC coating on the gears not available on the 6 speed Improper or abusive shifting of gears may result in a loss of control of your motorcycle The following procedures should be used as a guideline for proper gear shifting Start your motorcycle as described in this Owner s Manual Fully disengage the Clutch by pulling the Clutch Lever toward you Gently press ...

Page 32: ...s slowed down enough to shift into a lower gear Special attention should be given when downshifting into 1st Gear especially when riding downhill on slippery roads When downshifting please keep the following guidelines in mind When downshifting reduce the engine RPM Speed by reducing the Throttle opening and pull the Clutch Lever to disengage the Clutch Push the Gear Shift Lever DOWNWARD with your...

Page 33: ...icator green light located in the gauge If the green light does not come on recheck the Neutral Gear position 4 Pull the Clutch Lever toward you to disengage the Clutch 5 Press and hold the Starter Button to engage the Electric Starter Release the Starter Button when the Engine starts up the starter will only operate for 7 seconds at a time WARNING The Electric Starter WILL NOT operate more than 7...

Page 34: ...uel choking fuel enrichment are determined by the motorcycle Shutting Off Your Motorcycle Stopping your motorcycle s engine is an easy task Shut down the Engine by engaging the Engine Run Stop Switch to the OFF position Turn the Ignition Switch to the OFF position Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Engine Starting Stopping 27 ...

Page 35: ...in them so no fear of engine damage exists Any gasoline from 87 92 octane is fine The lower the octane the more energy per gallon All gasoline is run through a 2 stage particle filter plus a water separator filter like in snowmobiles This allows a very wide variety of fuel qualities to be used so that the bike can operate anywhere in the world Diesel engines come with an additional Wax Filter allo...

Page 36: ...Engine NOTE The figures below are for the Gasoline engines only The Diesel Engines require twice the Break In miles 50 Miles 80 Kilometers The first 50 miles are most critical for new Pistons and Rings to properly break in If this stage is improperly done and the engine speed is excessive or the heat builds up too much or the speed is not varied often enough damage can result As such your Panther ...

Page 37: ...eters For the remainder of the first 1000 miles The engine can be run in a normal but conservative manner You can be more liberal with the engine s RPM range The RPMs are automatically limited to 5 500 RPM and your motorcycle can be run at normal hi way speeds The engine speed needs to be varied often never run too long at a steady speed 1 Go up hills 2 Do not go at too low an RPM 3 Ride at hi way...

Page 38: ...y The Rev Limiter goes up to 6 500 RPM NOTE If you forget to change the oil at the required intervals the motorcycle will know and warn you If you ignore the warning your motorcycle will refuse to run until you change the oil and put in the proper oil Every oil has its own unique signature that the computer can recognize Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Break in Procedure 31 ...

Page 39: ... itself off WARNING Your motorcycle engine should be turned off stopped before any servicing attempt is made The motorcycle should be securely supported and the servicing should be done in a well lit and ventilated area using the proper tools IMPORTANT To ensure the safe operation of your motorcycle and to maintain the motorcycle s proper lifespan it is important to follow the recommended guidelin...

Page 40: ...il the filter is cleaned Transmission Oil The Panther Motorcycle automatically checks the oil level temperature and quality of the transmission s oil If there is an issue the bike will let you know If the problem is ignored the bike will warn you If you continue to ignore the warning the bike will refuse to run You must use ONLY Mobil 1 70W Synthetic oil or the Motorcycle will refuse to run If you...

Page 41: ...ow If the problem persists and you ignore it the bike will warn you only so long and then stop itself and turn itself off The brake system must ONLY use DOT 4 Mobil Synthetic brake fluid If any other fluid is used the bike will refuse to run We recommend that the brakes be serviced by a professional Therefore working on your brakes requires the Mechanics Key Tires Your Panther Motorcycle Tires pro...

Page 42: ...read Excess wear or cracked side walls can result in dangerous handling or tire failure resulting in injury or death Wheels Your Panther Motorcycle Wheels provide stability Wheels that are in poor condition can result in an unstable motorcycle creating riding conditions that can be dangerous and result in injury or death Check the wheels often to make sure the wheel balancing weights are still att...

Page 43: ...rcuit breaker will keep the electrical system from damage If there is a problem with the battery your bike will let you know Your Panther Motorcycle comes with a Lithium Ion Battery The Panther has 2 Battery compartments so you can install an extra battery or use the second sealed compartment for storage Fasteners All fasteners are locked www stage8 com Critical systems are key locked www mcgard c...

Page 44: ...matic security and maintenance features turned off If so the warranty reverts to a 3 yr 30k mile Cub level warranty Pollutant Emissions Warranty Your Panther Motorcycle is equipped with a catalytic convertor using a metal substrate rather than a ceramic substrate This is to allow it to operate in extreme off road conditions without cracking The fuel injections system in conjunction with the cataly...

Page 45: ...ternet and registering the warranty The iPod connected to the Internet Panther Motorcycles will then do a complete initial diagnostic and time stamp your warranty as officially beginning If you take delivery and do not initiate your warranty as described above there will be no warranty offered Noise Emissions Warranty Panther Motorcycles warrants that the Exhaust System meets or exceeds all Govern...

Page 46: ...intenance Replacing ANY moving part of the motorcycle or parts of the Exhaust or Intake System with parts other than those specified by the Panther Motorcycle Company WARNING The Exhaust and Intake Systems are automatically monitored by your motorcycle Any alterations or removal of parts will result in a warning by the bike If the warning is ignored the bike will shut off and refuse to run until t...

Page 47: ...rld If you believe that your Panther Motorcycle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should IMMEDIATELY notify the Panther Motorcycle Company Panther_Service Dept ErikBrinkman com Panther Motorcycles Owners Manual Reporting Safety Defects 40 ...