Gocycle
®
Owner’s Manual for GX, April 2019
© Karbon Kinetics Limited. All Rights Reserved. 3
1 CONTENTS
1 Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2 Setup, Configuration, and Getting Started .................................................................................. 6
2.1 Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Labelling for USA Type 1 & Type 2 Configuration ................................................................ 7
2.3 Overview ............................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Pre-Ride Checks ................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Bike Fit and Adjustment ...................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Safety First .......................................................................................................................... 12
2.4 Mechanical Safety Check .................................................................................................... 12
2.5 First Ride ............................................................................................................................. 14
3 Safety ............................................................................................................................................. 15
3.1 The Basics........................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Riding Safety ....................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Stopping the Gocycle .......................................................................................................... 17
3.4 Riding in Wet, Cold or Icy Conditions ................................................................................. 17
3.5 Night Riding ......................................................................................................................... 18
3.6 Riding in Low Light Conditions ............................................................................................ 19
4 Charging Your Gocycle ................................................................................................................ 19
4.1 How to Charge your Gocycle .............................................................................................. 19
4.2 Important Information: Lithium-Ion Batteries ....................................................................... 20
5 Understanding Your Gocycle ...................................................................................................... 21
5.1 Quick Release Pitstopwheels.............................................................................................. 21
5.2 Fast Folding Frame and Handlebar Latches ....................................................................... 22
5.3 Brake Controls and Features .............................................................................................. 22
5.4 Shifting gears ...................................................................................................................... 23
5.5 Pedals ................................................................................................................................. 24
5.6 Tires and Tubes .................................................................................................................. 24
6 Service ........................................................................................................................................... 26
7 Appendix ....................................................................................................................................... 29
7.1 Intended Use ....................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Modifications and Refinishing ............................................................................................. 29
7.3 Maximum Weight Design Limit............................................................................................ 30
7.4 The lifespan of your Gocycle and its components .............................................................. 30
7.5 Fastener Torque Specifications .......................................................................................... 35
7.6 Warranty, Limitations, & Contact ........................................................................................ 36
8 Un-boxing Your Gocycle .............................................................................................................. 39