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Rage Comet & Comet ‘R’ Maintenance Guide
Issue 2.0 October 2014
Rage Comet & Comet ‘R’
Maintenance Guide
Congratulation on purchasing your Rage Specialist all-terrain vehicle.
We recommend that you garage your vehicle for any sustained period to protect it
from weather and the elements. Servicing is always recommended to be carried out
by a specialist for this type of vehicle, however, if you have difficulty in finding a suitable
provider of services then please contact us as we are happy to carry out the work or
find a local garage to carry out the work for you.
Aero – Kit fitted Non - Aero (With and without Off-road body)
Comet ‘R’ – Road legal Comet or Comet ‘R’ in Multi Terrain set up
Due to the nature of the Rage product it has been a highly customised vehicle with
many different customer options.
This document, where possible, covers most options for the Comet and Comet R’
models. If you require assistance with any aspect of your vehicle or its optional extras,
then please contact Rage Motorsport customer support.
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Summary

Introduction and Initial Recommendations

Vehicle Storage and Servicing Advice

Recommends garaging for protection and specialist servicing for the vehicle.

Off-Road Buggy Safety Guidelines

Driver and Spectator Safety Rules

Covers mandatory helmets, briefings, seat belts, and safe spectator distance.

Operational Safety Precautions

Details caution with hot parts after use, fuel storage, and safe refuelling practices.

General Driving Procedures

Engine Operation and Clutch Usage

Advises against over-revving a cold engine and stresses clutch use for gear changes.

Driving and Gear Shifting Rules

Covers proper downshifting technique and stationary gear changes.

Vehicle Breaking-in Period

Initial 10-Minute Post-Use Checks

Torque wheel nuts and check for fluid leaks after the first 10 minutes of operation.

Initial 45-Minute Post-Use Checks

Recheck wheel nut torque and inspect the vehicle for any leaks after 45 minutes.

Recommended Vehicle Setup

Key Setup Parameters

Lists essential setup adjustments: Brake Bias, Spring Damper settings, and Tyre Pressure.

Maintenance Programme Schedule

Daily Use Maintenance Checks

Outlines essential daily checks including tyres, brakes, steering, and fluid levels.

Periodic Maintenance Tasks

Details recurring checks like brake pads, drive shaft gaiters, and fluid levels every 10 hrs/6 months.

Starting Your Rage Vehicle

Engine Start Sequence

Step-by-step guide for initiating the engine start using the remote fob and start button.

Engine Stop Procedure

Simple instruction on how to safely stop the vehicle's engine.

Vehicle Care and Cleaning

Water Sensitive Area Precautions

Advises caution when jet washing, highlighting water-sensitive components.

Fuel and Engine Oil Requirements

Fuel Specification Details

Specifies the required fuel as 95 Octane Unleaded Petrol for the vehicle.

Engine Oil Specification and Level

Details 10w/40 Semi Synthetic oil and how to check the level via inspection glass.

Gearbox Oil and Breather System

Gearbox Oil Type and Capacity

Specifies 75w/90 Semi Synthetic oil for Link Drive and Diff/Drop Box, with quantities.

Breather Pot Functionality

Explains the breather pot's normal operation for the gearbox when the vehicle is hot.

Coolant and Brake Fluid Specifications

Coolant Mixture and Refill

Instructions for mixing 50/50 anti-freeze and water, and topping up the system.

Brake Fluid Type and Ratio

Specifies Racing Brake Fluid at a 5:1 ratio for the braking system.

Intrax 2-Way Adjustable Damper

Damper Adjustment Mechanism

Details the adjuster knob for compression/rebound and locknut for spring preload.

1 K2 Shock Absorber Construction

Describes the high-end build, materials, and optional 'Black Titan' coating.

Suspension Tuning Options

Spring Rate Adjustment Capability

Mentions the option for a spring rate adjuster for easier changes without strut removal.

Application-Specific Suspension Settings

Outlines settings for fast street, track day, and full-race use cases.

Intrax 4-Way Adjustable Damper

Damper Adjustment Controls Explained

Details adjustments for Rebound, High Speed Compression, and Low Speed Compression.

Fourth Adjustment: Damping Curve

Explains how to adjust the overall damping curve by altering housing height.

4-Way Shock Absorber System

4-Way Damper Adjustability Features

Describes separate adjustability for low-speed compression, high-speed compression, and rebound.

4-Way Damper Application Settings

Lists recommended settings for street, track day, and rally applications.

DigiDash² - Lite Display Features

Standard Display Parameters List

Lists all standard displayable parameters such as speed, RPM, gear, temperatures, and warnings.

DigiDash² - Lite System Overview

Core Vehicle Parameter Display

Highlights real-time display of speed, RPM, gear, temps, and pressure for monitoring.

LCD Screen Display Navigation

Explains how users can select and cycle through various information screens on the LCD.

DigiDash² - Lite Screen Display Examples

Temperature, Pressure, and Gear Displays

Shows example screens for water/oil temp, oil pressure, and engaged gear.

Odometer, Battery, and Fuel Level Displays

Illustrates screens showing odometer, battery voltage, and fuel tank percentage.

Maximum Recorded Value Screens

Displays examples of screens showing maximum recorded values for key parameters.

DigiDash² - Lite LED Display and Alarms

Central Red LED Display Functionality

Explains the 3-digit red LED for RPM, Speed, Gear, and its role in displaying alarms.

Speed, RPM, and Gear Indicator

Details how Speed, RPM, and the currently Engaged GEAR are shown on the display.

Coolant Temperature Alarm Function

Describes the CTA alarm, which triggers when coolant temperature exceeds a pre-set level.

DigiDash² - Lite Warning Indicators

Oil Pressure Alarm Types

Explains "Hard" (mechanical) and "Soft" (user-set) oil pressure alarms.

Oil Temperature Alarm Operation

Details the OTA alarm, triggered when oil temperature surpasses a pre-set threshold.

Fuel Level Alarm Alert

Describes the FLA alarm, activated when the fuel level drops below a user-defined point.

Running Gear Exploded View Diagrams

Rear Lower Control Arm Components

Exploded diagram illustrating the individual parts of the rear lower control arm assembly.

Rear Upper Control Arm Components

Exploded diagram illustrating the individual parts of the rear upper control arm assembly.

Front Running Gear Exploded View Diagrams

Front Upper Control Arm Components

Exploded diagram illustrating the individual parts of the front upper control arm assembly.

Front Lower Control Arm Components

Exploded diagram illustrating the individual parts of the front lower control arm assembly.

Wheel Hub and Upright Assembly Diagrams

Front Upright Assembly Parts

Exploded diagram showing all components of the front upright assembly.

Rear Upright Assembly Parts

Exploded diagram showing all components of the rear upright assembly.

Rage Comet Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power SourceElectric
ElectricYes
Battery Voltage7.4V
Terrain TypeOff-Road
Remote Control Frequency2.4 GHz
Wheel MaterialRubber
Charging Time120 minutes
Motor TypeBrushed