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Owner`s Manual for Gocycle G2 in English

1. Open the rear reflector bracket Place the bracket around the upper seat post and tighten using a screwdriver to secure in a position as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 21 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Q Mount the rear red reflector onto the bracket and listen for a click Adjust the bracket to ensure that the reflector is vertical Fix the assembled reflector in a vertical position as shown To install the front reflector Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 22 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Q Lift the rubber stem cover to expose the upper handlebar stem Open the reflector bracket Place the bracket around the upper stem and tighten using a screwdriver to secure in the position as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 23 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Mount the front white reflector onto the bracket and listen for a click Adjust the bracket to ensure that the reflector is vertical Fix the assembled reflector in a vertical position as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 24 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 4 6 Assembling the Bell Bell and O ring for mounting bell Supplied in small parts bag Loop the rubber O ring over the bell as shown Insert the base of the bell through the gap be
2. Press the button until the LEDs begin to flash Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 33 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r The two left LEDs 1 2 will begin to flash while the battery is waking up The LEDs on the dashboard will light up to confirm that the Gocycle is on and ready to use 5 3 3 Checking Your Battery Charge Level The battery charge level will show on the dashboard display during riding If the Gocycle is stationary including when on charge for more than one minute 60 seconds the display screen saver will be shown Press either button to view the charge state A Red power button B Electronic gear shift C Battery charge indicator mode reference D Gear selection display E Speed display The battery charge level is displayed in area C shown above Each LED represents approximately 10 of battery charge with 10 LEDs 100 3 LEDs 30 etc During riding when using the motor the battery charge level will decrease over time with fewer LEDs displayed accordingly The Battery Low Level Indicator is represented by one flashing LED When this is displayed the Gocycle will default to Power Save mode See 6 3 2 5 Power Save for more information 5 3 4 Returning the Battery to Sleep Mode BEST PRACTICE The Gocycle will use power when stationary and in Operation Mode or while the charger light is green This will drain the batte
3. lt Ot eed Tools required 15mm pedal spanner recommended with torque gauge not included Assembly As As Remove the red cap from the frame as shown Place the seat tube bush into the frame as shown here gt v Next find the right hand pedal marked with R and by Now using a 15mm pedal spanner and holding hand screw into the right hand crank arm the left hand crank arm tighten fully to 35 40Nm oo Next find the left hand pedal marked with U and by hand Now using a 15mm pedal spanner and holding the right screw into the left hand crank arm hand pedal tighten fully to 35 40Nm Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 8 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Y Gocycle Essentials G 0 cy cl e Oy Gocycle G2 frameset battery inside frame PitstopWheel x 2 Saddle and seat post assembly Small parts e 4mm Allen key a Rubber dust cap ey Ch e Lockshock pin Gocycle G2R model shown box contents may vary Gocycle Assembly Hold the Gocycle as shown on a non Beware of trapping fingers in Unfold handlebar stem to the Rotate handlebar in the marking surface handlebar folding mechanism position shown direction shown Continue to unfold handlebar as Insert the quick release through the The quick release should begin to The quick release should remain in shown and align the front hole inthe handlebar stem and rotate clockwise feel harder to close as
4. and with less effort It is not designed for the motor power to be the sole means of propulsion As with a car top speed and range related to fuel consumption are difficult to define as both factors are greatly affected by a large number of variables For the Gocycle this is including but not limited to rider weight including clothing and luggage tyre type tyre pressure terrain surface texture wind conditions and of course how much pedal input the rider is providing The recipe is simple Continual use of the motor assistance whilst riding and or selecting a mode with a higher top speed will have a negative effect on the range of your battery Using the motor assistance sparingly with maximum rider pedal input will ensure the best possible range To get the best out of your Gocycle read carefully the following points Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 44 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r 1 Pedalling We recommend that for the best performance you continue to pedal at all times The motor should be used to top up or boost power Not providing pedal input when a riding mode allows will dramatically reduce battery range 2 Excess weight Where possible try to keep the total combined weight of clothing luggage and accessories to a minimum Overloading a Gocycle will reduce the battery range Overloading will also affect your Gocycle s handling and increase the stresses on the clutch
5. gearbox and motor potentially reducing the service life of the product 3 Tyres Ensure the tyres are correctly inflated See 7 9 Tyres for more information 4 Riding style Where rough terrains e g poor road surfaces potholes speed bumps etc are unavoidable you should adapt your riding style accordingly WARNING Never use the motor when passing over obstacles such as ruts in the road or speed bumps etc Doing so will increase the stresses on the drive components and will reduce the service life of the product possibly invalidating your warranty 5 Deceleration braking Do not use motor power whilst decelerating or braking Consciously using the motor assistance only when required will ensure the maximum possible battery range 6 Energy consumption meter Pay attention to your energy consumption meter Whilst riding when the motor is in operation the power usage is interactively displayed in place of the battery charge level The higher the number of LEDs displayed the more power is being used by the motor and the faster your battery will drain See 6 4 Energy Consumption Meter for more information 7 Wet conditions Gocycle is a British product designed with British weather in mind However it is important that your Gocycle is dry before storage A city atmosphere can be a corrosive environment made worse with high humidity We recommend a simple check and towel down if necessary after using your Gocycle in wet
6. however in the event that you need to replace the lever you will need to adjust the clock nut on the opposite side of the stem adjuster to ensure the quick release lever closes with the correct force Undo the clock nut securing bolt using a 2 5mm Allen key Remove the clock nut as shown Install the QR Lever and hold in the closed position ensuring it is in the correct zone as demonstrated in the below photo Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 76 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Open the OR Lever to 90 degrees and slowly rotate the clock nut until it stops against the handlebar stem lower Rotate so that one of the holes in the clock nut aligns with the hole in the stem lower to allow the securing bolt to be refitted The QR should have roughly 120 degrees of free play before it beings to engage The closing resistance should act over the remaining 60 degrees of movement till it is firmly shut in the correct location If it is too loose rotate the clock nut clockwise till the next hole aligns with the hole in the stem lower and recheck Conversely if it is too tight rotate the clock nut anticlockwise to the next hole and recheck Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 77 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Once adjusted so that the P closing resistance acts upon the final 60 degrees of 1 movement in the QR reinstall the securing bolt u
7. pin compressed pull the pin out using a pair of pliers Carefully push the brake pads from the top of the calliper as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 62 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Pinch both brake pads and remove from the calliper CAUTION The pads are sprung Be careful not to accidentally release the spring Replace the brake pads as necessary before reassembly Replace the brake pads as necessary Pinch together with the spring and reassemble into the calliper Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 63 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Replace the split pin to secure the brake pads in position Using pliers bend open the split pin to lock it in place WARNING Do not attempt to ride your Gocycle without re installing the brake pads and securing split pin Doing so may result in injury Replace both calliper securing bolts Secure to a torque of 6 8 Nm Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 64 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Ensure that the brake calliper is parallel to the disk rotor when tightened WARNING The braking performance of new brake pads will increase over time Ensure that you bed in your brakes by performing a number of stops 65 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August
8. properly adjusted and you are confident that you have successfully calibrated the gear stop pedalling If there is no further calibration necessary go to the last step If it is necessary to recalibrate other gears repeat from the beginning 53 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 v To save the new calibration press and hold both buttons A and B until the display flashes Mode E Shift Adjustment Mode Description Allows calibration of the electronic shifting 7 7 Adjusting the Brakes For information on how to bleed your Gocycle hydraulic brakes please read carefully the brake manufacturer s instructions included with your Operation Guide and Assembly Guide NOTE The brakes will increase in power over the first 50 to 100 uses 7 7 1 Bleeding the Brakes As with all hydraulic brakes for the best possible performance we recommend that the hydraulic brakes on your Gocycle are bled every 12 months We advise that your Gocycle brakes are bled by a skilled bicycle mechanic with experience with bleeding hydraulic cycle brakes WARNING DOT 4 brake fluid can be an irritant when it comes into contact with human tissue For skin contact wash off the brake fluid in flowing clean water For eye contact the eye area should be irrigated with flowing water immediately and continuously for 15 minutes Consult with medical personnel CAUTION DOT 4 brake fluids will strip paint Exercise caution to avoid b
9. will not Pedal 7 On Demand or release 0 1 5 8 X v operate unless red v press button button button is pressed Custom Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Medium high pedal effort Stop pedalling or reduce pedal effort Customisable via App see www gocycle com app for more information Motor will not operate unless red button is pressed 40 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r 6 3 2 Selecting a Riding Mode Refer to the table in 6 3 1 Riding Modes Reference Table To view current mode of operation press and hold buttons A and B The current mode of operation displayed by a number of LEDs will show on the dashboard display C To select a riding mode press and hold buttons A and B until all LEDs flash then release both buttons The mode will then be shown on the dashboard display C Click button B repeatedly until you reach the number of LEDs which represent your desired mode C To save the mode press and hold button A until LEDs flash and then release the button WARNING Do not attempt to change a riding mode whilst in motion Attempting to change the mode whilst riding will severely impair rider concentration and will dramatically increase the chance of an accident which may result in injury to the rider or even death 6 3 2 1 City Mode y EN 15194 City mode utilises your Gocycle s torque sensor with the motor assistance leve
10. 1 Original Instructions Translations and Updates Original instructions are produced in English language Translations of the original instructions to other languages may take place however Karbon Kinetics Ltd accepts no responsibility for any errors or misinterpretation of information as a result of such translation Visit www gocycle com manuals to check for any new revisions or updates to this manual 1 2 Disclaimer The specifications information and performance of the Gocycle and other products manufactured by or sold under license granted by Karbon Kinetics Limited and featured in this document may change without notice The use of this information or products and the conditions under which the products are used are the sole responsibility of the buyer and or the rider It is the buyer s and or rider s responsibility to determine the correct and safe selection of settings and conditions of use of the products and to periodically check the products for secure and proper operation To the extent that the law permits any liability which may be incurred as a result of the use of a product manufactured by or sold under license granted by Karbon Kinetics Limited is limited to the cost of repairing or replacing the failed product or component at the discretion of Karbon Kinetics Limited either within or outside of warranty periods and does not extend to any loss or damage which may be caused as a consequence of misuse or failure of the pro
11. 20 250lbs riding style road condition tire pressures and luggage position may reduce product service life Luggage weight should not exceed 10 of total rider and luggage weight Never exceed rider and luggage weight of 115kg 250lbs at any time Exceeding this limit will void all warranties and may result in the product being unsafe for operation 2 5 Riding in Low Light Conditions In low light conditions at night dawn dusk or during adverse weather conditions such as fog the visibility of cyclists is dramatically reduced WARNING Never ride a bicycle in low light conditions without appropriate front and rear lights fitted and on illuminated that meet or exceed the national standards of the country in which it is being ridden We recommend that you consult the relevant national safety organization or a reputable cycle dealer on what the minimum recommended lighting requirements are in your particular country or region e For reference when selecting lights your Gocycle has a 34 9mm diameter seat post and upper handlebar stem We recommend that you choose a light with a variable length strap mounting system The following are additional recommendations e Wear bright reflective clothing such as reflective vests leg and arm bands e Ensure that your Gocycle is equipped with correctly positioned reflectors see 4 4 Assembling the Front and Rear Reflectors 2 6 Stopping the Gocycle The Gocycle is equipp
12. 2015 7 8 Adjusting the PitstopWheel Quick Release Cam Levers 7 8 1 General Adjustment All three Pitstopwheel quick release cam levers should have equal resistance when closing or opening As per the pre ride checks there must be a maximum of 10mm free play measured at the tip of the cam lever when open In the event that the levers have different closing opening resistance or free play in excess of 10mm you must adjust the cam levers before riding Adjusting the Pitstopwheel cam levers is an important task throughout the lifetime of the product Cam levers will settle after initial use and prolonged use will cause wear As such the cam levers require vigilant attention and adjustment including checking every cam as part of the pre ride checks 1 Locate the Pitstopwheel securely onto the hub and close all three cam levers Take note of any differing engagement points and closing resistance 2 Remove the red rubber grommets from the cam adjuster studs This allows access to adjust the cam lever with a 4mm Allen key Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 66 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 3 Keep 2 cam levers in the closed position and open one cam lever fully so that the back edge touches the next closed cam lever 4 Lightly move the cam lever back and forth to gauge the extent of the free play Free play is defined as the portion of movement where there no noticeable pressure re
13. August 2015 4 4 Assembling the G2 Seatpost Tool Holder Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q 1 1 Orientate the Tool Holder as shown 1 2 Locate the Snap Rail Tool Holder B above the saddle rails as shown 1 3 Apply pressure onto the right hand side of the Snap Rail Tool Holder B until this side is properly located onto the right saddle rail 18 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 1 4 Apply pressure onto the left hand side of the Snap Rail Tool Holder B until this side is properly located onto the left saddle rail 1 5 Confirm both sides of the Snap Rail Tool Holder B are properly located onto the saddle rails 1 6 Push the Snap Rail Tool Holder B towards the front of the saddle Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 19 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 1 7 Insert the 4mm Allen key A supplied with the Gocycle Tool Holder installation is complete Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 20 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 V 4 5 Assembling the Front and Rear Reflectors Front and rear reflectors are supplied as standard with your Gocycle and can be found in the small parts bag To install the rear reflector Mount the rear reflector on the upper seat post Preferred CAUTION Do not assemble the rear anae reflector too close to the saddle as it may be obscured by clothing
14. Gocycle G Owner s Manual for Gocycle G2 Version August 2015 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 c CONTENTS 1 Disclaimer Copyrights and Trademarks acs sscccsscccanessosssnansassunsdnasseaasiasesscaussuves teseesasandeossauscsaneassssustutaseas 1 L1 Orginal Instructions Translations and Up s sri ssiesscessuccesscedeusloreaseuaanateonsapansesntsadeadtanseneeacnsioonserne 1 E E A E A E A A S I T capes 1 Fo COPAS IN i E e E E E E A A EE 1 E e e a e E E E N A E E A E E E E E 1 Lo ba SA CORO I gee cartes trace er E eA ae tleocane a Oh etuieelamabeda tnt eueeeaavdstiiet 2 2 ECU aanne E EE E EE E EE E A 3 O E e G ban E E A E E E A AE tenet Tr 3 NS E e E cece T T A E E eenssecce 3 23 Mo diticatonsand Kerns MIS sssini nnie R E eo an E EE Rere 3 Pee Maximin Pec e LIE eea EE EE E E E E E 4 Ao Mdm in Low Liene ondiHoNS seerias EEE EEA EEE 4 L O a E GO yO E a A E E Teer sre crn err a rrretr 4 27 Mdmg in Wet Cold or ley CON CIIONS seassa naaa aao Anai ands 5 29 Eimied OOP eae n E EEEE E EEE EET ENE E 5 A A e E T A A E S A A A 6 DM T E OL O a EE E E E 6 c WAPEAIILY E A E E E E 7 sE Paea INC Ol sta LION sescontescnccectooessattac anos creeencdba sconce coum etingucerataes caaeseqecacsmeuteeRecaqvoemeanpecsnecosamesaoriad 7 M G10 6 17cl Co 210g eal bb 6 E rr cr ere renee mieten EDR Te E A nr me ene Pree ene E E reer oe 7 4 Recommended Assembly SCC UCC cps ksin saper n Ee eonan a a inopiae anisa 8 Ad TrerdeChecksandocrv
15. arbon Kinetics Limited All trademarks and the Gocycle logo may not be used without the prior written approval of Karbon Kinetics Limited a United Kingdom Registered Company Number 4357956 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 1 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r 1 5 Standards and Conformity C Gocycle is an electric power assisted cycle developed in accordance with 2006 42 EC The Machinery Directive 2004 108 EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents EN 15194 2009 A1 Cycles Electrically power assisted cycles EPAC Bicycles EN 14764 2005 City and trekking bicycles Safety requirements and test methods Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 2 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 2 SAFETY 2 1 General Warning This manual contains many warnings and cautions which if ignored may increase the risk of injury to you as a rider may cause damage to the product or may invalidate the warranty We recommend that you read and understand this manual in its entirety prior to your first ride Before riding your Gocycle you must visit www gocycle com safety for up to date important safety related information Riding any bicycle involves the risk of product damage serious injury or even death Such risks are increased in busy urban environments with moving traffic By choosing to ride a Gocycl
16. ase to flash and full power will again be available See 6 6 Heat and Over Temperature Protection for more details Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 87 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q CONTACT INFORMATION Gocycle is a product of Karbon Kinetics Limited a UK registered company Karbon Kinetics Limited Unit 30 Barwell Business Park Chessington Surrey KT9 2NY UNITED KINGDOM Registered number 4357956 www gocycle com For details of your local Gocycle reseller visit www gocycle com map Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q 88
17. ch together with the spring and reassemble into the calliper Replace the split pin to secure the brake pads in position Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 58 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Using pliers bend open the split pin to lock it in place WARNING Do not attempt to ride your Gocycle without re installing the brake pads and securing split pin Doing so may result in injury Replace the front brake calliper Tighten the calliper securing bolts to a torque of 6 8Nm Replace the motor cover 59 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Replace the six motor cover securing screws Tighten to a torque of 3 4Nm WARNING The braking performance of new brake pads will increase over time Ensure that you bed in your brakes by performing a number of stops Locate the two rear calliper securing bolts shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 60 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Remove the forward calliper securing bolt with an Allen key as shown Remove the rear calliper securing bolt with an Allen key as shown Slide the calliper off the disk rotor Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 61 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Compress the spit pin using a pair of pliers as shown With the split
18. cle Data Log to assist with fault diagnosis e Anti theft Disable your Gocycle if stolen e Stay updated with important safety announcements You can personalise the settings via the App and save the settings to suit your riding style and assistance preferences including e Pedal effort required for motor to start e Pedal effort required for maximum motor assistance e Maximum speed e Pedalling required for motor assistance ON OFF Odometer Recording Gocycle has a sophisticated odometer which measures and records the total distance covered Like with a car this information cannot be overwritten It is therefore possible to determine how far you have travelled with your Gocycle since new 4 8 2 Pre Registration Delivery State Explained Gocycle is shipped in Delivery State and will require registration via the GocycleConnect App to gain full functionality Delivery State allows 60 miles 100 km of normal usage before the motor will cease to operate You must register your Gocycle within this distance to remove the restriction and avoid loss of motor function When stationary and not in use for more than 60 seconds the dashboard will flash displaying the delivery distance used The greater the number of LEDs the closer it is to the point that the motor will cease to operate One LED equals approximately 3 miles 5 km Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 27 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Al
19. conditions See 7 1 Maintenance and Service Centre Location In the event that you require maintenance and service please refer to your nearest authorized Gocycle service center A list of approved service centers can be found at www gocycle com Before attempting any maintenance on your Gocycle you must visit www gocycle com safety for up to date important safety related information 8 Service interval Pre Ride Checklist Before each ride Before each ride Authorised Gocycle After first 100 2 months after Service Reseller miles 160 kms first ride Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 45 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 E il Visual Inspection Owner oie 500 miles 800 Every 3 months Visit www gocycle com safety tT Every 3 months Check and Update to latest Owner Firmware Version Every 3 months Authorised Gocycle Every 2000 Service Reseller miles 3200 kms Annually 10 Cleaning and Preventing Corrosion 6 6 Heat and Over Temperature Protection Gocycle s motor is extremely compact and lightweight While this design offers benefits certain drawbacks exist specifically the motor can get hot Gocycle s motor will get hot under normal operation similar to the exhaust pipe or engine of a x 4 WARNING Extreme caution should be used when attempting to touch any part of the motor after it has been in operation the same caution you would use in the kitchen with hot pots o
20. dlebar stem adjuster has two positions Use the top position for aft adjustment Shorter rider least reach handlebars ha a closest to saddle Use the lower position for forward adjustment Taller rider greatest reach handlebars furthest from saddle Align the desired position and re insert the quick release as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 14 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 With the quick release inserted rotate clockwise to tighten Close the quick release lever The lever should feel harder to close at it reaches a 90 degree position 4 3 2 Handlebar Height Adjustment Undo and remove the handlebar stem bolt using a Torx tool as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 15 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 A Lower position B Upper position A Lower position aligned B Upper position Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Lift the rubber dust cover to expose the lower position Push down to align the lower position Ensure the bolt hole and stem upper position or lower position hole are fully aligned 16 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Reinsert the stem bolt and tighten to a torque of 6 8 Nm Tidy the rubber dust cover Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 17 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R
21. ducts Damages to the product other property or any persons are the responsibility of the buyer and or rider By using this product manufactured by or sold under license granted by Karbon Kinetics Limited you are stating that you have read this disclaimer and agree to hold Karbon Kinetics Limited its owner s and any of its employees or directors free from all liabilities that you agree you are using and operating the product at your own risk and that no warrantees or guarantees are made by Karbon Kinetics Limited expressed or implied on performance or operation 1 3 Copyright Notice Copyright Karbon Kinetics Limited All rights reserved This material provided by Karbon Kinetics Limited is the property of Karbon Kinetics Limited and is protected by copyright trademark and other intellectual property laws You may view this material and print this material only for personal use provided that you maintain all copyright trademark and other proprietary rights or notices You may not otherwise use reproduce store post broadcast transmit modify sell or make available to others or the public content from this material without the prior written approval of Karbon Kinetics Limited 1 4 Trademarks Gocycle PitstopWheel Cleandrive and Magflow are registered trademarks of Karbon Kinetics Limited Gocycle to Work EmpowerPack Vgonomic Adjustment Lockshock Shocklock and Performance Commuting are trademarks of K
22. e you assume the responsibility for these risks and it is important that you know how to ride responsibly and to exercise proper maintenance to minimise such risks and potential damage Do not try to ride beyond the limits of your ability or the limits of the Gocycle We strongly recommend that you learn more about the inherent risks associated with riding bicycles and suggest that you e Ask your local bike retailer for information or instruction on safe cycling e Ride within your means and ability e Attend a training session or safe cycling workshop run by many local bike clubs police departments schools or government support groups e Search bicycle safety online for reference information Skills of riders can vary for example it takes a highly skilled rider to travel at high speeds and or close to obstacles cars or other cyclists Do not ride in a manner that exceeds the limits of your ability 2 2 Intended Use Gocycle is an electric bicycle developed and designed for commuting usage and or simple riding in fair weather and at speeds relevant to safe and appropriate travel in an urban or suburban environment Where applicable the product meets the minimum requirements outlined in EN 14764 2005 and EN 15194 Abusive riding styles or inappropriate use will invalidate any warranty protection offered in this agreement WARNING Understand your Gocycle and its intended use Using your Gocycle in the wrong manner or for
23. e pivot block for signs of fatigue cracking An indication of cracking of this component could be a loose Cleandrive that swings down easily or a sloppy feeling to the ride 52 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 O WARNING Should you discover a fatigue crack more than 3mm long or should you suspect that a component may have received an impact in an unusual way such as if the product has been dropped do not ride your Gocycle and immediately contact techsupport gocycle com 7 6 Adjusting the Shifting From time to time it might be necessary to adjust your shifting for example if you hear a noise from your rear hub or your Gocycle is not holding in gear Your Gocycle s electronic shifting is calibrated during production but you can recalibrate it by adjusting the servo electronically as follows Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Select mode 15 Once in mode 15 the display will show the gear selection and calibration either side of the factory default Keeping the pedals still select the gear that you are aiming to adjust with the gear select button B Now take your Gocycle fora ride whilst pedalling adjust the gearing by pressing buttons A or B as necessary until the gear remains in place with no noise from the rear hub Press button A to move the servo position towards the lower gear Press button B to move the servo position towards the higher gear When a gear is
24. e rear wheel is detected one LED will light on the right hand side of the dashboard display Note When functioning correctly in a full rotation of the rear wheel the LED will flash four times Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 82 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Mode LED Mode Display Mode Description Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Now rotate the pedal cranks in a backwards direction as shown When movement of the pedal cranks is detected two LEDs will light on the left hand side of the dashboard display Note When functioning correctly in a full rotation of the pedal cranks the two LEDs will flash eight times Exit by pressing and holding buttons A and B the riding mode will flash to confirm exit Pedal and Wheel Sensor Physical Check 1 Checks the operation of the pedal and wheel sensors 83 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 8 3 2 Motor Check To check operation of red power button and motor Select Motor Check mode 13 Lift the front wheel so that is it off the ground Press red power button A to initiate the motor Note In some cases you may have to repeatedly press and hold the power button to get the motor to drive continuously CAUTION The motor will operate when the red power button is pressed Exit by pressing and holding buttons A and B the riding mode wi
25. ed in any way do not ride it Gocycle Service Interval Guide Performed by OChamer Recommended Service Interval Pre ride checks First service Cramer Chamer Visual inspection Visit wow gocycle com satety Check and update to latest firmware version Annual service Check thot your brokes ore working properly by pulling both broke levers ond ensuring thot the levers do mot touch the homdlebar grip Check that the minimum insertion mark on the upper seat post hos mot been exceeded ond the seat post is secure Check thot the lower seat post is inserted fully and the minimem insertion mark hos not been exceeded Ensure all com levers on the front ond rear Pitstop heels ore fully closed ond listen for a click from each if you answer no to any of the questions you should not ride your Gocycle and should seek advice from an Authorised Gocycle Reseller Hove you read and understood the Gocycle Owner s Manual 2 Are you wearing an approved cycle helmet and if necessary other appropriate protective clothing such os protective eye glasses and gloves Are you visible to other road users Have you fited the Gocycle with approved front and rear reflectors for the country of operation 5 Hf riding in low light levels have you fitted the Gecycle with approved front and rear lights 6 lfitis raining or the roads are wet or icy are you aware that the risks of injury are greater and that you should adjust you r
26. ed with front and rear hydraulic disk brakes operated by two levers on the handlebars shown Before riding it is important to familiarise yourself with which brake lever operates the front brake and which operates the rear brake Proper use of your brakes will slow and bring your Gocycle to a safe and controlled stop WARNING To slow or stop the Gocycle in normal operation apply the brakes appropriately In the event that an emergency stop is required apply the brakes appropriately and in a safe and controlled manner until you have brought the Gocycle to a complete stop Do not release the brakes until it is safe to do so Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 4 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Aggressive use of the brakes may cause your Gocycle to skid potentially resulting in loss of control Anticipate your need to stop and slow using appropriate pressure on the brake levers 2 Riding in Wet Cold or Icy Conditions Under wet cold or icy conditions the stopping power of your brakes and tyres as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road is dramatically reduced This makes it harder to control speed and easier to lose control It also makes skidding during turning more likely Ride more slowly and cautiously when in wet weather If it is cold near or below the temperature when water freezes be careful of ice on the roads which could be dangerous WARNING Wet or icy conditio
27. er mer etree i ere 31 5 4 Gocyde Lithium Battery Care and Maintenance sesiscsssuvenanticacesassusvenstvenetcasisayetueeuceanniesstucenadeass 35 5 5 Shipping and Handling of Lithium Batteries esseeseeeeseeseeseeeesresrersersrrsresresrersrssresresrersersresresrerees 36 OG MOA ry AC recta cate a o sete E E E A E E E E A ES 36 O OPEO a E A E E E E 37 6 1 Familiarising Yourself with Gocycle Dashboard Display eseeseeeeeeeseeseesersrreresrerrersersresresreres 37 6 2 Understanding Electronic Gear SONS sccsoscnetiiavenveasivessiesaweavent EENE Eroe KEE AEE 37 ACIS MO arcsec ceie E cose eins eset ans E E edn atiecs ER 38 OA PREFS Y Consul pH On MEET aseron onno aanaretiarnartnan aeneaemtauaEE 44 6 5 Maximising Your Gocycle s Motor Performance and Reliability eee eseeeeeeeeeeeeens 44 60 leat aiden Trine tae OCC ceiros sea eceaeasssacoanss adecanssadeanecse 46 7 Warmtenance and A Gjustinems sncsesccessxatscastsscesnessacesnseveseeeoaccsnnnsssssasnoasssesssecsdudesascenanadsnecsencssbesepsaacacassins 47 71 Maintenance and Service Centre LO CaM OU sssssexedi cine coneapvesuitaweanenitevesuatiaeensiatevetsduiancnmagdadueu eaves 47 gaming Ooms Vai es aided QrerererrerrentenTerrrer errr ety Prrcirrrcrreetrrrr E E rrr A 47 79 Cleaning and Preventing Corrosion fe sacison evar ssadanccunsresasevasenoadussosaseuabsusanussouns unseubeaisatedeceabeapsaissnenadeuans 47 fe lee Bilas gels 0 q aeeere rrr error meer reer eer mtr rere one reer Per
28. from potential hazards such as moving traffic and obstacles It is important to become familiar with the modes of operation controls brakes and the different performance characteristics inherent in the electric motor WARNING Your braking efficiency will increase during the first few rides as your brake disks and pads bed in To accelerate the increase in braking performance perform a number of controlled stops under hard braking 2 10 Steerer Stop Your Gocycle is fitted with a steerer stop to prevent over rotation of the handlebars which would cause the internal cables to be stressed under tension Do not attempt to force your handlebars past 90 degrees from straight CAUTION Do not attempt to rotate the handlebars beyond 90 degrees from straight Never over rotate the handlebars Damage caused by ignoring the warning will not be covered under warranty Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 6 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 3 WARRANTY Please view current warranty terms and conditions at www gocycle com terms 3 1 Warranty Registration For your continued satisfaction and safety whilst riding your Gocycle we strongly encourage you to register your Gocycle with us Doing so will enable us to contact you with important product safety related information should the need arise In the event that you wish to make a warranty claim you must provide your
29. h is legal in the country of use If in doubt consult your local transport authority Modes 1 2 3 and 4 meet EN 15194 which has been adopted by most countries within the European Union The following sections explain the differences between the riding modes and how to select them NOTE In addition to riding modes 1 through 4 your Gocycle comes pre programmed with a number of helpful modes to assist with gear shift adjustment and fault finding You should not attempt to ride your Gocycle unless prompted by mode instructions in any other mode preinstalled on your Gocycle Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 39 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R Version 4 6 3 1 Riding Modes Reference Table Starting and Stopping the Motor Motor Operating Speed No of LEDs E Controlling Motor Speed Q Continuously Power Reduces Press Red Button above this Pedal Input Low Battery Meets How to Start How to Stop to Operate the Speed Power Controls Motor Red Button for Warning EN 15194 Mode Name Dashboard LED Display Motor Motor Motor No Motor Motor Start Taper Speed No Motor Power Full Motor Assist 1 LED Flashing Regulations l Stop pedalling Motor will not Light pedal City es or reduce X 0 1 5 8 v v operate unless red v pedal effort button is pressed Medra Stop pedalling Motor will not Eco or reduce X 0 1 5 8 v v operate unless red v pedal effort pedal effort button is pressed Stop pedalling Motor
30. ht will turn orange to indicate charging Gocycle Gz Lithium battery charger 25 2V orpathie wih Goode G2 se Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 31 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 approx 5 5 hours Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Charge time up to 5 5 hours DO NOT LEAVE THE BATTERY ON CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS The battery charge level is displayed on the Gocycle dashboard See 6 1 Familiarising Yourself with Gocycle Dashboard Display for more information When fully charged the dashboard will display 10 LEDs on the left side When the battery is fully charged 10 LEDs showing on the dashboard display turn off the mains electricity Remove the charging lead and replace the rubber charging port cover 32 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r BEST PRACTISE With the battery fully charged and the charger disconnected turn the battery off by placing it into Sleep Mode See section 5 3 4 Returning the Battery to Sleep Mode for more information Ensure that the rubber charging port cover is in place before riding 5 3 2 Battery Operation Mode Wakes the Battery for Use The battery must be in Operation Mode before you can use your Gocycle If the battery is not in Operation Mode the Gocycle will not function the gears will not shift and the motor will not work To wake the battery for use
31. ice IAlery all wisccwssause yssoassmussdhasenasnosusenannnctssnsosnuatdbsrebanssundennenoedbnriedasountdbarebens 11 42 Warning Fake are durme Assembly ssirtate case caescnalaseatscepesenagucdiotiasacud subaunsaodebasessondusa ies aiaia iais si 12 43 Handlebar Heic ht and Reach Adjust nl ssiri reisiin cis ianen EAEE EIE 13 4 4 Assembling the G2 Seatpost Tool Holder eessessesseeeeeesesresessersrrsresressersresresresrersresresresrersresresresreses 18 45 Assembling tie Front and Rear REG Ctr Ss rssissasssccssnc svtoonnessueaseutvabacooensvesonsvaeendetaeeowsanabasdinossansiies 21 BO Ee ety Oe ie De apa ohare cesses E E E A A E EEN 25 47 Gocyde Quick Fit CCCs ECS sa rsic saree renegade sacatcconersmsaconwun so saseunsseeceuncsu n ENEA EEEE 26 ao Mme 6105120 28 C515 ol 2 L019 Wer nee mn een E P ere E ne ee ere ee eee eee eee 27 4 9 Gocycle App Installation Frequently Asked Questions esesseseeseeeeseseeressersrrsrreresrersrrsresresreses 28 5 WSOCy Cle Lith Wit Batler scesssccsscedsvevssscesacseniessutetuecssuedseccestcssseeseNeassseassadss a a a 30 5 1 Important Information Lithium Ion Batteries 00 eee ese ceseeeseeesseceseeeseessaeseseeeseessseseeeesees 30 5 2 Getting to Know Your Gocycle Lithium Battery eee ceseceseeeseeceeceseeeseessaeeeseseseessseseeeenees 30 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 o GO eE anr oyna tsi gem Wicrcl s cpemnen perrere eer meer eres ere E
32. iding style to suit the conditions 7 Hove you properly assembled your Gocycle as per the recommended Gocycle Assembly Guide 8 Hove you confirmed that both brakes are functioning properly and you know which lever operates the front and rear brakes 9 Hove you confirmed that there are no loose connections or missing bolts and your tyres ore filled with air to the recommended tyre pressure 10 Hove you checked wew gocycle com safety for important technical bulletins and or safety notices that may apply to your Gocycle Distance Ridden Time Before each ride Before each ride Authorised Gocycle Reseller After first 100 miles or 140km Two months after first ride Every 500 miles or 500km Every three months Authorised Gocycle Reseller Every 2000 miles or 3200km Annually Mote Any Gorycle purchosed in a used condition should hove o full service completed by on Authorised Gocycle Reseller prior to riding and a first Authorised Gocycle Reseller Serice should follow Please read the Gocycle Owner s Manual completely before riding your Gocycle Gocycle Cz 2 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 11 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 V 4 2 Warning Take Care during Assembly When folding the handlebar stem there is potential for the internal cabling to be pinched by the folding mechanism Severe pinching may compromise the integrity of the cabling which in the worst case may cause the product t
33. ile riding ensure to check the cam lever free play again as there can be slight differences between front and rear hubs 7 8 2 Checking for and Minimising Wear on the Front and Rear Hubs Periodically remove the rear wheel to check for hub wear Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 69 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Periodically remove the front wheel to check for hub wear Pay particular attention to the area indicated To minimise the potential for hub wear e Thoroughly clean and dry your Gocycle after every ride See 7 3 Cleaning and Preventing Corrosion for more information e Correctly adjust your PitstopWheel cam levers Check from time to time that their torque is within the guidelines stated in this manual and that all three on each wheel open and close with equal pressure e From time to time consider moving the rear PitstopWheel to the front and vice versa Typically in normal usage the rear of a Gocycle will carry more load than the front thus subjecting the rear hub wheel and tyre to greater stresses Periodically swapping the front and rear PitstopWheels will distribute wear more evenly Note When swapping the PitstopWheel ensure that the tyre pressures remain within the guidelines stated in this manual See 7 9 Tyres for more information Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 70 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 7 8 3 Fleet ma
34. ing If the pedals cease to turn or the red power button is released the motor will stop If you continue to ride in Power Save mode the battery charge level will continue to decrease When there are no battery charge level LEDs displayed in section C the motor will not operate Electronic gear shifting will continue to operate WARNING If you have ridden your Gocycle at a low voltage in Power Save mode charge your battery within 12 hours Failure to do so may result in permanent damage to your battery and will void your warranty 6 4 Energy Consumption Meter The energy consumption meter is available in all riding modes Whilst riding and when the motor is in operation the consumption of the battery is interactively displayed in place of the battery charge level section C of your dashboard display More consumption Less consumption Least efficient Most efficient 1O The higher the number of LEDs displayed the more power is being used by the motor and the faster your battery will drain To maximise efficiency and reduce the amount of power that your motor is consuming increase your pedal input When the motor is not in use or if you are pedalling above the motor speed the dashboard display will default to battery charge level 6 5 Maximising Your Gocycle s Motor Performance and Reliability Gocycle s electric motor is designed to boost performance in terms of getting you from point A to point B more quickly
35. it reaches a the closed position as shown folding mechanism to tighten 90 degree position Insert the saddle and seat post Ensuring that the seat post is inserted After tightening insert the rubber dust Swing the Cleandrive downwards as assembly into the frame as shown up to the minimum insertion mark cap into the frame as shown shown hint gently hold your foot on tighten the securing bolt to 5Nm the Cleandrive as you lift the frame using a 4mm Allen key as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 9 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Caretully lower the Gocycle Align the Lockshock body with the Continue lowering the Gocycle until Rotate the pedals to the position downwards so the Cleondrive Lockshock plunger as shown the Lockshock is fully inserted demonstrated right pedal up and continues to rotate backwards carefully lay the Gocycle flat Attaching the Front and Rear PitstopWheel Press here in cIrecren While holding all three cam levers Close each cam lever as shown Open and close EACH cam lever to check that it Ensure all cam levers are closed fully open mount wheel to front hub is adjusted and operating as shown Consult the listening for a click from each Owner s Manual if adjustment is needed NEVER ride with any cam loose or if the resistance when closing or opening is not even for all cams Press nere n direction While holding all three cam levers Close each cam
36. l Delivery Distance Used No Delivery Distance Used Motor will cease to operate 60 miles 100km remaining Pre Registration Delivery State Dashboard Display LEDs FLASH LEDs Indicate Delivery Distance Used More LEDs More Distance Used Motor Restricted Motor will cease to operate when all LEDs are flashing 4 8 3 After Registration Normal Operation When stationary and not in use for more than 60 seconds the dashboard will display scrolling LEDs This is a screensaver and the Gocycle is in Standby ee After Registration Normal Operation Dashboard Display LEDs SCROLLING back and forth LEDs Indicate Screensaver Gocycle in Standby 4 9 Gocycle App Installation Frequently Asked Questions How do I register the Gocycle and gain normal operation ANDROID APP ON 4 Available on the P gt Google play App Store Download and install the Gocycle Connect App from either the Apple App Store or Google Play for your Apple iOS or Android device Follow the registration directions For more details see www gocycle com app NOTE You must complete the registration before fully using the delivery distance to avoid loss of motor function Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 28 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 c I do not have a smart device What can I do Your Gocycle Reseller will be able to assist you with your registration Request registration assistance from y
37. l controlled by rider pedal input Hard pedalling high motor assistance soft pedalling less motor assistance In this mode within the motor operating speed and whilst the rider is providing pedal input the motor will start automatically and will continue to operate until the maximum speed is reached For maximum motor assistance press and hold the red power button Above the maximum motor speed the motor will stop There is no need to press the red power button When the pedals cease to rotate or with reduced pedal input the motor will stop WARNING The motor will continue to operate while the rider exerts pedal effort and is travelling within the motor operating speed To stop the motor cease pedalling or reduce pedal effort Maximum Motor Assistance Top Speed Motor Cut Out Speed 6 3 2 2 Eco Mode yV EN 15194 Eco mode operates in the same manner as City mode but the rider must pedal harder to gain assistance Use this mode if you wish to conserve your battery and increase your range In this mode within the motor operating speed and whilst the rider is providing pedal input the motor will start automatically and will continue to operate until the maximum speed is reached For maximum motor assistance press and hold the red power button Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 41 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r Above the maximum motor speed the motor will stop There is n
38. lever as shown Open and close EACH cam lever to check that it Ensure all cam levers are closed fully open mount wheel to rear hub is adjusted and operating as shown Consult the listening for a click from each Owner s Manual if adjustment is needed NEVER nde with any cam loose or if the resistance when Fi nal Assembly closing or opening is not even for all cams Before riding consult the Gocycle Operation Guide and perform the Gocycle Pre ride Checks With the Gocycle upright press Select preferred saddle height Tighten Recommended saddle height should down on the saddle and insert the clamp to 5Nm DO NOT exceed the allow you to touch the ground with Lockshock pin as shown minimum insertion mark on the seat post both feet while seated Please read the Gocycle Owner s Manual completely before riding your Gocycle IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY ADVICE Continue reading for important assembly advice including how to register your Gocycle Unless you register your Gocycle after 60 miles 100 km your Gocycle motor will cease to operate See Section 4 8 Gocycle Registration Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 10 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 4 1 Pre ride Checks and Service Interval Before riding your Gocycle you must complete the pre ride checks This will ensure your safety and that your Gocycle is operating optimally Gocycle Pre ride Checks Your front brake is indicated by a
39. ll flash to confirm exit Mode Motor Check Mode Description Checks the operation of the motor Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 84 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 8 3 3 Pedal Torque Sensor Present Check To check the presence and operation of the pedal torque sensor Select Pedal Torque Sensor Present Check mode 14 With both brakes held apply pressure to the left hand non drive side pedal crank When pressure is applied to the left hand non drive side pedal crank the level of force detected will be represented on the dashboard display applying greater pressure will turn off more LEDs Exit by pressing and holding buttons A and B the riding mode will flash to confirm exit Mode Pedal Torque Sensor Present Check Mode Description Checks for the presence and operation of torque sensor Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 85 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 8 3 4 Pedal and Wheel Sensor Ratio Check Follow the next steps to check function of the wheel and pedal sensors in all gears Place the Gocycle in a cycle stand so the rear wheel and pedal cranks are free to turn Select Pedal and Wheel Sensor Ratio Check mode 16 One LED will flash to confirm that the Gocycle is ready for the test to begin Whilst applying light braking pressure to the rear brake pedal forward at a recommended 40 60 rpm revolution
40. ls When you are not using the Gocycle we strongly recommend that you put the battery into S eep Mode See 5 3 4 Returning the Battery to Sleep Mode for more information Do not leave the battery on charge When fully charged unplug the charger and return the battery to Sleep Mode 5 5 Shipping and Handling of Lithium Batteries Like any lithium ion battery the Gocycle lithium ion battery is classified as Miscellaneous Class 9 Dangerous Goods and as such must be packaged shipped and handled in accordance with the strict guidelines laid out by the relevant international regulatory bodies for air sea and road transport Never attempt to transport your lithium ion battery by air without first seeking the prior approval of your airline Never return your battery to Karbon Kinetics Ltd without first making contact with techsupport gocycle com Do not discard any of the battery packaging materials 5 6 Battery Pack Disposal When your Gocycle lithium battery has reached the end of its service life you must recycle or dispose of it properly e Do not dispose of batteries with general household waste e When your battery no longer holds a charge contact your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium ion battery e Lithium ion batteries are classified as Miscellaneous Class 9 Dangerous Goods Consult your local authority for further advice on storage handling and shipping Karbon Ki
41. more than 1mm of free play at the rim and the wheel is able to rotate freely This is a matter of compromise and feel If in doubt consult Gocycle Tech Support for advice Y ora t 7 4 Dae ae 2 4 nut Retighten the outer lock nut Note after tightening the outer Retighten the Hold the inner outer lock nut pomes stationary x lock nut the hub may need re adjusting due to the nature of the tightening process You may need to repeat this process until you have the desired freeness of rotation and minimal lateral play at the rim Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 80 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 Unknown Gear State Gears Will Not Shift Symptom No gear shift LEDs are visible on the dashboard display and it is not possible to shift between gears The gears remain in the last selected gear No LEDs visible Resolution To return to normal shifting stop riding and remain stationary for up to 5 seconds with both brakes applied The Gocycle will reset to first gear and the gear shift LEDs will return to the dashboard 8 2 Gears Will Not Shift Down Automatically Symptom Whilst decelerating the gears are not shifting down automatically Only when completely stopped does the Gocycle shift to first gear Resolution Check that Predictive Shifting is ON See 6 2 1Turning Predictive Shifting ON OFF for more information Re
42. nagement and Tour Operators If you operate a fleet of Gocycles that are lent to people who are not accustomed to the Gocycle or are running a tour operating service with the Gocycle as the chosen vehicle we would highly recommend fitting the tamper proof security bolts This prevents tampering and reduces the chances of novice users from making a mistake when assembling the product that could potentially make it unsafe to ride If there is a requirement to fold the Gocycle and remove the wheels during use then the importance of the pre ride checklist must be taught to the operator of the Gocycle Furthermore all Gocycles must be PDI d with cam lever adjustments completed before each and every handover to the tourist fleet user 7 9 Tyres Gocycle comes fitted as standard with specialised high performance tyres designed to give the best combination of low rolling resistance light weight and puncture resistance To maximise performance we do not recommend that you use lower quality tyres than those supplied with Gocycle We recommend that you operate Gocycle with tyre pressures of 25 30 psi on the front and 40 50 psi on the rear This will give the best balance of low rolling resistance and comfort Running a relatively softer front acts as a cushioning effect reducing shock loads to the motor fork components specifically the clutch and gearbox We do not recommend that you inflate the tyres to more than 60 psi Inflation pressure
43. netics Limited All Rights Reserved 36 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 6 OPERATION 6 1 Famitarising Yourself with Gocycle Dashboard Display a Redpower bution OCSC S S SCS S S SCSC C S S B Eectonicgearshit C S SC S S S SCS e Battery charge indicator mode reference energy consumption meter D ear selection deplay E Speed display NOTE If the Gocycle is stationary including when on charge for more than one minute 60 seconds the display screen saver will be shown Press either button to view the charge state 6 2 Understanding Electronic Gear Shifting Your Gocycle is equipped with electronic shifting Whilst riding single click button B to shift up a gear Your Gocycle also includes a predictive downshift feature see 6 2 1 Turning Predictive Shifting ON OFF to read how to turn off this feature When slowing down your Gocycle will automatically downshift from 3rd gear to 2nd gear at speed 7 LEDs and from 2nd gear to 1st gear at speed 3 LEDs It is possible to override the automatic downshift by pressing and holding button B for 1 second to shift down WARNING Electronic shifting can appear to be sensitive compared to traditional mechanical shifting Familiarise yourself with upshifting and downshifting before riding on busy roads or in traffic Take extra care when wearing gloves Gloves will reduce the sensitivity of your fingers and th
44. ns impair traction braking and visibility both for the cyclist and for other vehicles sharing the road The risk of an accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions To make sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet conditions ride more slowly and apply your brakes more gradually than you would under normal dry conditions We do not recommend riding in heavy rain or standing water but we do understand that this is not always avoidable If your Gocycle gets wet clean and dry it within 15 minutes of heavy wet weather riding See 7 2 Cleaning and Preventing Corrosion for more information 2 8 Limited Life Span WARNING Bicycles have a limited life span for safe operation and are not indestructible As with all mechanical components bicycle components are subject to wear and high stresses Different materials and components may react to wear stress or fatigue in different ways Exceeding the useful life of your Gocycle may be hazardous The expected life span of a Gocycle or Gocycle component will vary with the material and construction of the frame and components the maintenance that is received over its life and the type and amount of riding Any unusual or abusive riding style such as off road cycling competitive riding stunt cycling jumping or riding at excessive speed and braking hard can accelerate wear and fatigue of components to the point where premature and sudden failure of a component may occur withou
45. nt we recommend that you replace the tyre Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 71 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Centreline grooves Note orientation of tyre tread 7 10 Adjusting the Headset Q Fitting the tyres and tyre tread orientation From time to time it may be necessary to tighten the headset if it becomes loose This process is explained by the following steps f Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Open the quick release lever Undo anticlockwise and remove the quick release lever 72 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Loosen the top securing screw Loosen the bottom securing screw Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 73 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Tighten the headset until there is no play felt in the steerer assembly not less than 3Nm torque Tighten the bottom securing screw to a torque of 6 8Nm Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 74 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Tighten the top securing screw to a torque of 6 8Nm Insert and tighten the quick release clockwise Close the quick release Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 75 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r 7 11 Adjusting the Stem Quick Release Lever It is unlikely that you will need to adjust Steam Quick Release Lever
46. ntre or with the assistance and approval of a Gocycle technical support executive Do not short circuit disassemble damage or modify the battery Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 40 C 104 F Do not expose the battery to water or moisture Water can corrode or damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat ignite rupture or leak Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts Impacts can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat ignite rupture or leak Only use the specified charger An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock Do not leave the battery unattended whilst charging Only use charge or store the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0 C and 40 C 32 F and 104 F and a humidity of 45 to 85 RH Getting to Know Your Gocycle Lithium Battery 1 fm 2 2 3 gt LED 4 ea Button for battery charge test and changing battery mode Charging port Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 30 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 5 3 Gocycle Lithium Battery Usage 5 3 1 Proper Charging Sequence Open the rubber charging port cover as shown While holding open the rubber charging port cover insert the charging lead as shown Plug the charger into mains electricity and turn on where applicable The charger lig
47. o need to press the red power button When the pedals cease to rotate or with reduced pedal input the motor will stop WARNING The motor will continue to operate while the rider exerts pedal effort and is travelling within the motor operating speed To stop the motor cease pedalling or reduce pedal effort LED Mode Display Red Power Button Need not be pressed Pedals Control motor assistance level must be turning Motor Start Medium pedal effort Maximum Motor Assistance High pedal effort or press and hold red power button Top Speed Motor Cut Out Speed Up to 15 5mph 25km h In On Demand mode the rider can simply choose whether or not to have motor assistance Select this 6 3 2 3 On Demand Mode mode if you wish to ride the Gocycle without motor assistance or assistance only when required In On Demand mode within the motor operating speed and whilst pedalling simply press and hold the red power button to start and maintain motor assistance The motor will continue to operate until the maximum speed is reached or until the pedals cease to turn or until the power button is released When the pedals cease to rotate or the power button is released the motor will stop Note Relying heavily on the motor assistance will dramatically reduce the range of your battery and increase the wear on your motor drive components See 6 5 Maximising Your Gocycle s Motor Performance and Reliability for more information as to ho
48. o not function correctly Correct cable positioning Caution Incorrect positioning Thoroughly inspect the handlebar folding mechanism when folding unfolding taking care not the pinch any internal cabling pictured Never force the handlebar stem If a cable is positioned incorrectly STOP and ensure the cable is repositioned before continuing During assembly or disassembly do not over fold the Cleandrive more than is necessary to engage or disengage the Gocycle Lockshock Over folding the Cleandrive can cause the internal cables to become taut and in some cases may result in cables becoming disconnected ultimately affecting the operation of the product Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 12 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 4 3 Handlebar Height and Reach Adjustment mh wgeee Reach i Height adjustment i adjustment In addition to Gocycle s patented Vgonomic adjustment changing the effective cross bar length when lowering or heightening the saddle it is also possible to make further adjustments to accommodate most riders comfortably by changing the handlebar height and reach 4 3 1 Handlebar Reach Adjustment Open the quick release lever as shown Undo the quick release lever anticlockwise Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 13 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Completely remove the quick release A Top position The han
49. of miles of riding a bicycle will endure cannot be predicted since there are many variables that affect product life including e Rider weight e Riding style e Tyre pressure and type e Roughness of the road e Whether or not the bicycle has been crashed or damaged in transit Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 48 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r Whether or not the bicycle has been ridden over large bumps such as potholes or curbs e The amount and weight of luggage carried e The speed at which it has travelled e Whether it has been subject to abuse or vandalism e Time of exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun e Storage conditions such as ambient temperature and moisture levels Responsible safe riding and regular maintenance such as within the guidelines of this manual should afford many thousands of miles of operation of your Gocycle Nevertheless you must inspect the Gocycle every 500 miles to see if any of the components have cracks and need replacing To do this clean the Gocycle thoroughly with a damp cloth Wipe away all dust or dirt Look carefully at all the components under good lighting Important sites where cracking may initiate are shown in the images below If a crack is more than 3mm long do not ride the Gocycle and immediately contact techsupport gocycle com Under normal conditions items under warranty will be replaced WARNING Failure to inspect the Gocycle thoroughl
50. original proof of purchase sales receipt or order confirmation Keep this information in a safe place Before we can process a warranty claim you must have registered your Gocycle Please visit www gocycle com safety to register your Gocycle in order to stay informed of important Safety notices 3 2 Gocycle Frame Number Your Gocycle comes with a unique identifier called a frame number positioned on the rear of the Gocycle An example is shown below Frame number Before riding your Gocycle visit www gocycle com safety 240000 EN 14 764 Compliance information EPAC According to EN 15194 25 KM h K C He Heat 34 5 250 W Minimum leg height with Compatible with Gocycle G2 second generation litniun Satterv charger only standard seat post Designed by Karbon Kinetics in London Assembled in Poland compact seat post UK Reg No 4357956 available at www gocycle com Your Gocycle frame number will be required when registering your Gocycle making a warranty claim or making contact with Karbon Kinetics Ltd Make a note of your frame number and keep it ina safe place Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 7 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r9 4 RECOMMENDED ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE lf you have received your Gocycle without the pedals assembled please follow the instructions below to complete the assembly Parts required Seat tube bush included Pedals pair included a _
51. our Gocycle Reseller at your place of purchase Why do I need to register my Gocycle Your safety is our utmost priority Aside from taking advantage of the numerous benefits that the GocycleConnect App has to offer registration also ensures that you are kept up to date with any important service and maintenance announcements From time to time we need to make you aware of important announcements regarding the correct maintenance and servicing of your Gocycle We may also have to send you important safety related information relating to your particular Gocycle NOTE Please ensure that email junk filters and safe sender settings are updated on your system to enable receipt of email from techsupport gocycle com We will not use the contact information provided for any other purpose other than providing safety information as described above Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 29 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Q 5 GOCYCLE LITHIUM BATTERY 5 1 Important Information Lithium Ion Batteries The following important information applies to your Gocycle lithium battery Read carefully to ensure the proper and safe operation and storage of the battery Your battery has been designed for use only with a generation two G2 Gocycle Do not use the battery with any other product Your battery is intended to remain within the Gocycle frame at all times and should be removed only by a Gocycle approved service ce
52. quired to move the cam lever before it engages with the hub It is measured at the tip of the cam lever 5 If the free play exceeds 10mm at the tip of the cam lever use the 4mm Allen key to reduce this Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 67 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 6 Insert the 4mm Allen key into the stud and turn clockwise to reduce the cam lever free play and anticlockwise to increase cam lever free play Hold the cam lever lightly while turning the allen key in order to detect the engagement point and Free play To check if the adjustment has corrected the free play remove the allen key and close the cam lever to allow the system to set and then reopen and re check free play Adjust until you are satisfied that the free play is 10mm or less 7 Repeat the process for the other two cam levers Then complete one more full check of each cam lever to ensure that once adjusted and settled the resistance to close the cam levers is equal across the three levers 8 Cross check reference there should now be an equal resistance across all three cam levers requiring 3 5kg to open an individual cam lever 68 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 9 Ensure all cam levers are securely closed 11 Repeat the process for the other wheel on the other hub NB If you do swap wheels between hubs wh
53. r pans or boiling water We recommend that you do not attempt to touch the motor unless it has been switched off for at least five minutes motorcycle or moped J Caution During and shortly after use the motor area highlighted will be hot to touch The motor and controller are automatically protected against over temperature operation If the temperature of the motor or the controller gets too high the power will be gradually reduced to prevent damage to these components You may experience this condition for example riding up long steep hills while using full motor assistance When over temperature protection is in effect the speed LEDs E will flash When the temperature of the motor and or controller has cooled adequately the speed LEDs will cease to flash and full power will again be available Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 46 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 7 1 Maintenance and Service Centre Location In the event that you require maintenance and service please refer to your nearest authorized Gocycle service center A list of approved service centers can be found at www gocycle com Before attempting any maintenance on your Gocycle you must visit www gocycle com safety for up to date important safety related information 7 2 Service interval Pre Ride Checklist Before each ride Before each ride Authorised Gocycle After firs
54. radually causes the internal Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 35 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 c impedance of the cells to increase in time reducing the ability of the battery to deliver its charge For this reason a new battery will always perform better t han one that is six months old To maximise the potential lifespan of your Gocycle battery follow these guidelines e Before first use ensure that your battery is fully charged e The fuel readings on the dashboard and the capacity of the battery pack may vary during initial usage After ten discharge and charge cycles the battery and fuel indicators will become more consistent e Your battery will go into over discharge protection mode if it is discharged to a critically low level Recharge your battery as soon as possible after it becomes fully discharged A battery will be permanently damaged if left for an extended length of time in a fully discharged state e Heat accelerates the degradation of batteries Avoid operating or storing the battery in high temperatures when possible e Once your battery displays less than two 2 LEDs charge your battery within 48 hours Place the battery on charge and when the charge is complete press the sleep button Do not allow a nearly depleted battery to be unused for more than one month The battery will slowly discharge until it becomes fully discharged and this will permanently damage the battery cel
55. rake fluid coming into contact with painted surfaces If brake fluid does come into contact with painted surfaces wipe the surface immediately and clean with an isopropyl alcohol Dispose of used brake fluid according to local laws For additional guidance consult the manufacturer s instructions supplied Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 54 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 7 2 Replacing the Brake Pads 7 7 2 1 Replacing the Front Brake Pads Locate and remove the six securing bolts on the motor cover Remove the motor cover Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 55 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Locate and remove the two calliper securing bolts Slide the calliper off the disk rotor Compress the spit pin using a pair of pliers as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 56 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 With the split pin compressed pull the pin out using a pair of pliers Carefully push the brake pads from the top of the calliper as shown Pinch both brake pads and remove from the calliper CAUTION The pads are sprung Be careful not to accidentally release the spring Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 57 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Replace the brake pads as necessary before reassembly Replace the brake pads as necessary Pin
56. ry Best practice is to enter S eep Mode to conserve battery when not in use and the battery is fully charged Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 34 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r NOTE the battery will never enter Sleep Mode if the charger is plugged in To enter Sleep Mode first disconnect the charger Press and hold the button until the right LEDs 3 4 begin to flash LEDs 3 4 will continue to flash whilst the battery enters Sleep Mode All LEDs 1 2 3 4 will flash to confirm that the battery has entered Sleep Mode The LEDs will then remain off When in Sleep Mode no LEDs will display on the dashboard 5 3 5 Automatic Sleep Mode The battery will enter Sleep Mode automatically if not in use for 15 hours Check that the battery is in Operation Mode before attempting to ride If the Gocycle is plugged into the charger it will never enter Sleep Mode Best practice if you have a green light on your charger or you have 10 LEDs on the dash is to unplug the charger and put the Gocycle battery into Sleep Mode This will ensure that your battery will not be slowly depleted 5 4 Gocycle Lithium Battery Care and Maintenance Batteries do not last forever As with lithium ion batteries found in most battery powered products the Gocycle lithium ion battery will slowly deteriorate over time Lithium ion batteries begin to degrade from the point of manufacturer due to a chemical reaction that g
57. s greater than 60 psi will reduce comfort and the service life of the product WARNING Inflating the front tyre to more than 30 psi places high shock loads into the motor drive system motor gearbox and clutch whilst using the power on acceleration or over rough roads Just like in a car aS you would not accelerate rapidly on very rough roads do not use motor power when going over potholes or speed bumps or similar obstructions in the road Operating the Gocycle with a front tyre pressure greater than 30psi and or using the motor assistance on rough terrain against these recommendations will invalidate the warranty Whilst the Gocycle s front and rear PitstopWheel is easily interchangeable ensure that you place the lower pressure tyre on the front during assembly When changing a tyre always use plastic tyre levers Never use a metal tyre lever as you will damage the wheel rim Note the correct direction of the tread of the Gocycle tyre in relation to the wheels see figure below In the event that you wish to use a lower performance tyre with increased puncture resistance you can use any BMX sized tyre 406x40 47 from 1 75 to 2 Ask a retailer for a recommendation for a suitable alternative WARNING Bicycle tyres do not last forever When the tread depth is critically low and the centreline grooves in the tyre have worn down in any part of the tyre it may be dangerous to continue to ride on the tyre and in this eve
58. s per minute The Gocycle will automatically shift up from 1 to 2 4 gear and from 274 to 3 4 gear Continue to rotate the pedals at a constant 40 60 rpm for 25 complete revolutions The results of the test will then be displayed on the dashboard display You may be asked to report these to a technical support executive Exit by pressing and holding buttons A and B the riding mode will flash to confirm exit Mode Pedal and Wheel Sensor Ratio Check Mode Description Checks the operation of the pedal and wheel sensors in all gears Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 86 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 8 4 LED Reference Tables Battery Charge Level Displayed when motor is OFF Selection Energy Consumption Meter Displayed when motor is ON Gear Selection 8 4 2 Energy Consumption Meter More LEDS Greater consumption 8 4 3 Battery Charge Level 10 2 LEDs Full power Motor will operate at full power Motor will operate at reduced power See 6 3 2 5 Power Save Motor will not operate Power Save Mode 1 FLASHING LED 8 4 4 Speed See 6 3 1 Riding Modes Reference Table for more information When over temperature protection is in effect the speed LEDs E will flash and the power will gradually be reduced to prevent damage to these components When the temperature of the motor and or controller has cooled adequately the speed LEDs will ce
59. sing a 2 5mm Allen key 7 12 Adjusting the Bearings on the Rear Hub It is unlikely that you will need to adjust the bearings on the rear hub However in the event that the rear wheel develops play more than 1mm at the rim or it feels heavy to pedal i e the hub is too tight you may need to adjust the bearing cone WARNING Check the hub gear bearing adjustment every 500 miles 800 km or 6 months Regular checks will ensure best possible performance for your Gocycle Failure to inspect the hub gear bearing adjustment may have serious consequences and could result in serious bodily injury or even death To check if adjustment is required using gentle pressure move the wheel at the rim side to side Some flex in the wheel is normal but if you feel that the wheel is loose you will need to adjust the bearing cone as shown below Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 78 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Remove the hub cap Adjusting the rear hub gear bearing cups ii First loosen the Second tighten the lock nut a inner adjuster nut Using 2 14mm wrenches adjust the rear hub gear bearing cups Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 79 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r9 Between adjustments check that the rear hub rotates in the freewheel direction The bearing cup nuts should be tightened until the wheel does not have
60. sistance power button Top Speed Motor Cut Out Speed Up to 15 5mph 25km h Custom mode enables a rider to edit various mode settings including e Pedal effort required for motor to start e Pedal effort required for maximum motor assistance e Maximum speed e Pedaling required for motor assistance ON OFF e Updating firmware e Fault diagnosis Gocycle is Bluetooth enabled and requires the Gocycle App to connect via a smart device The user can personalize the settings via the App and save the settings to suit the user s riding style and assistance preferences For more information please visit www gocycle com app or contact your local reseller WARNING It is possible to edit the Custom mode to deliver a speed that is greater than the maximum speed defined by the European EPAC standard EN 15194 Consult your local transport authority for information on legal restrictions 6 3 2 5 Power Save Your Gocycle will default to Power Save when the battery has reached a low level The mode is represented by the battery low level warning indicator one flashing LED on the dashboard display All riding modes will default to Power Save mode when a low battery level is reached Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 43 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 In the event that you enter Power Save mode the motor will operate at a reduced power only when the red power button is pressed and the pedals are turn
61. solution First confirm that Predictive Shifting is ON The gear will only change automatically when decelerating from a speed greater than that at which the predictive shift is programmed to change e g from 3rd gear to 2nd gear at speed 7 LEDs and from 2nd gear to 1st gear at speed 3 LEDs If you shift to 3rd gear but remain below speed 7 LEDs when decelerating the shifting will not be automatic Shift down manually by double clicking the gear shift button as you would with a computer mouse Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 81 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r 8 3 Diagnosis Modes Your Gocycle is pre programmed with a number of modes to assist in fault diagnosis should an issue occur Should an issue arise a Gocycle technical support executive may request you to perform a number of checks in an attempt to properly diagnose a problem The following section is for reference Reminder To select a mode press and hold buttons A and B until all LEDs flash then release both buttons The mode will then be shown on the dashboard display C Click button B repeatedly until you reach the number of LEDs which represent your desired mode C To save the mode press and hold button A until LEDs flash and then release the button 8 3 1 Pedal and Wheel Sensor Physical Check To check the sensors Select Pedal and Wheel Sensor Physical Check mode 12 Rotate the rear wheel When movement of th
62. t 100 2 months after Service Reseller miles 160 kms first ride Every 3 months Visit www gocycle com safety kms Check and Update to latest l Owner Firmware Version Every 3 months Authorised Gocycle Every 2000 Service Reseller miles 3200 kms Annually 7 3 Cleaning and Preventing Corrosion We do not recommend that you ride your Gocycle in heavy rain or store it in damp or wet areas Please read 2 7 Riding in Wet Cold or Icy Conditions for safety recommendations for riding in wet conditions If you do find yourself riding while it is raining we recommend that you use the motor when safe to do so Using the motor will allow heat to build up in the motor and the electronics which will evaporate the water from these moisture sensitive components Use caution when you use the motor on wet roads as the roads will be slippery and the motor may cause the front wheel to spin Water and moisture especially spray from roads that are salted to reduce the formation of ice can accelerate corrosion rust of the various metallic components on the Gocycle and this will reduce the life of product Leaving water and moisture on the Gocycle could also result in premature failure of the electronics battery or motor system The warranty will not cover premature failure as a result of corrosion through neglect Here are some best practice recommendations Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 47 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 A
63. t ere ieee E ey yore rer een Teen Serer tr 48 ho Gheckine for Cracking and Fatigue Fam tes secevcasstessnestecpvacsesgenatdasunsadsedaveaseidoevedesstenedsdeavecsedqesensens 48 o PROVES ae Te PIO rrena R E 53 T AN eD akO e E E E E E cane e tebeasadestionas 54 7 8 Adjusting the PitstopWheel Quick Release Cam Levers sssssseseseeseeseereeeseesersrsresrrsrrereresreseesresreses 66 To E n E E R E O ee 71 O a A ONS ITN e TOS a E T E E E E I tune E E E J2 Zit Adjus n the Stem Quick Release Leven svsssivccs csavcayecnsveseatsoandahiowndusvoasuanintrosadsaresasoneusevabyinessonnielsss 76 7 12 Adjusting the Bearings on the Rear Hub esessseesseseeseesersrrsresresrersrssresresresrensrestesrenrenseeseesreseeee 78 5 Toubes hool ini ace csr cascscesrsesawenscaseencyctcavessetsaweagsav even ceacauesecesavobansaacpacdbedlesaasaautesadeveiconaesavesassesuenassuanesn casters 81 S Unknown Gear ootate Gears WULAN Ob SINE dovccibecescenscassecnsatensnauscessrtuecsuesndoncanentostavnesiecatiseseunetass 81 8 2 Gears Will Not Shift Down Automatically 0 eeceseceseeeseecsseceeesseecssessseeeseesssessseseseessaeenaeens 81 oo F224 a Lo Soi NE ger e ere nr errr er ee E Cnr ere ern r eT TT mente eer sere er 82 TE Rete ee Nes a E E E AT E E A amass qeattetaderec 87 9 Contact mnformali OM essiri i EEE EEO a aaa Ni 88 Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved ii Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 1 DISCLAIMER COPYRIGHTS AND TRADEMARKS 1
64. t warning and risk of injury is increased Any form of crack scratch or change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicates that the life of the component has been reached and you should replace it before any further use See Section 7 4 Checking for Cracking and Fatigue Failures for parts of the Gocycle that require visual inspection from time to time An impact to your Gocycle either major or minor can cause stress and fatigue on the Gocycle and its components or compromise the integrity of the electronics including the battery electronic controller motor drive system or wiring In the event of an accident and if safe to do so put your battery into sleep mode see Section 5 3 4 Check for visual damage before continuing to ride the Gocycle If the Gocycle has sustained damage other than light cosmetic scratches such as dented cracked bent or misaligned components do not ride your Gocycle until it has been inspected by an authorised Gocycle service centre If you are not comfortable inspecting your Gocycle consult techsupport gocycle com Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 5 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 n 2 9 First Ride WARNING First familiarise yourself with the modes of operation controls and performance of your Gocycle before venturing onto busy streets We strongly recommend that you familiarise yourself with your new Gocycle by first riding it in a controlled environment away
65. the wrong purpose can be dangerous and may impact the service life of the product The Gocycle is a power assisted bicycle intended for sensible use by physically competent riders If you have any concerns or doubts about your use or enjoyment of such a product due to a medical condition an illness or if you are recovering from treatment for a condition or illness you should consult your doctor regarding the suitability of the product for you If you are the user of an implanted medical device such as a pacemaker or defibrillator you agree to seek appropriate advice from the manufacturer of such device prior to the usage of Karbon Kinetics Limited products 2 3 Modifications and Refinishing WARNING Do not modify or refinish your Gocycle or Gocycle components in any way Such modifications or refinishing will void any applicable warranty Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 3 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 c Modifications can cause damage which can increase the risk of failure and accident which may result in serious injury or death Refinishing can hide structural damage such as fatigue cracks or structural problems which may also result in an accident 2 4 Maximum Design Limit WARNING This product has been designed with a maximum recommended weight limit of 100kg 220lbs for the rider clothing and all luggage and is intended for use on paved roads For rider and luggage weight 100 115kg 2
66. tween the brake hose and handlebar as shown Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 25 Q Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Stretch the rubber O ring over the base of the bell to secure it in place Assembled bell Check that the bell is orientated such that it can be easily rung whilst riding 4 7 Gocycle Quick Fit Accessories Gocycle is readied for quick fit accessories including mudguards kickstand and integrated light kit Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 26 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 r For more details about these and other available accessories including purchasing information and assembly guides visit www gocycle com 4 8 Gocycle Registration IMPORTANT YOUR GOCYCLE REQUIRES REGISTRATION Unless registered after 60 miles 100 km your Gocycle motor will cease to operate 4 8 1 GocycleConnect App Registration Benefits Gocycle is enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology and requires the Gocycle App to connect via a smart device Download and install the GocycleConnect App t to your Apple or Android device to enjoy numerous Load Presets cocycle benefits including Custom Mode go al Effort e Read live battery charge state e Odometer and resettable trip counter Motor Assistance vs Ped e Resettable calories burned counter e Update your Gocycle to the latest firmware e Upload your Gocy
67. ugust 2015 V e If your Gocycle has water on it we recommend that you wipe it dry as soon as possible with a towel or dry cloth e The less you expose your Gocycle to moisture or water the longer it will last e Keep your Gocycle inside your house flat or garage e If you wish to clean the Gocycle we recommend that you use a damp towel or cloth and mild liquid soap First wipe down all areas with a damp towel then wipe dry with a dry towel e To clean the rim and tyre remove the PitstopWheel soak the rim and tyre in a bucket of soapy water and then dry with a towel WARNING Keep your Gocycle clean and dry at all times where possible Never spray the Gocycle with a hose or high pressure cleaning system Never use polishes waxes or solvents to clean your Gocycle 7 4 Lubrication There is no need to regularly inspect clean and lubricate the internal components of the Cleandrive The gearbox rear hub hub bearings and chain drive system Cleandrive are lubricated during production and unless the Gocycle is regularly exposed to a high humidity corrosion enhancing environment these components will last the lifetime of the product 7 5 Checking for Cracking and Fatigue Failures As with a conventional bicycle your Gocycle will not last forever It is a mechanical item that under normal riding will be stressed and eventually the parts will fatigue cracks will develop and it will become unsafe to ride The number
68. umbs and may cause an unwanted gear selection Ist gear 2nd gear 3rd gear Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 37 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 Electronic Shifting Use Button Single click Change up a gear e g from 2 to 3 Q ay WV Kere eel ae Change down a gear e g from 3 to 2 second 6 2 1 Turning Predictive Shifting ON OFF i oe a Select mode 17 Press button B to select between ON OFF Predictive shifting ON represented by a as shown Predictive shifting OFF represented by a as shown Save your preference by pressing and holding button A the riding mode will flash to confirm exit Mode Predictive shifting ON OFF Mode Description Allows user to turn predictive shifting ON OFF 6 3 Riding Modes You can operate your Gocycle in different modes to suit your personal riding style The motor assistance will start and stop at different speeds you can control this with either the red power button A or the rider pedal input or a combination of both See 6 3 1 Riding Modes Reference Table for more information Before selecting your desired mode it is important to ensure that you are selecting a mode which is legal within the territory in which you are riding Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 38 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2R August 2015 9 WARNING Select a riding mode whic
69. w to get the best out of your Gocycle WARNING The motor will continue to operate while the red button is pressed and the pedals are rotating To stop the motor cease pedalling or release the red power button Red Power Button Press and hold for motor to operate Pedals Must be turning for motor to operate Top Speed Motor Cut out Speed Up to 15 5mph 25km h 6 3 2 4 Eco Custom Mode The factory default setting for Custom mode is Eco which operates in the same manner as Eco mode but the rider must pedal harder to gain assistance Use this mode if you wish to further conserve your battery and increase your range Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 42 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 r9 In this mode within the motor operating speed and whilst the rider is providing pedal input the motor will start automatically and will continue to operate until the maximum speed is reached For maximum motor assistance press and hold the red power button Above the maximum motor speed the motor will stop There is no need to press the red power button When the pedals cease to rotate or with reduced pedal input the motor will stop Red Power Button Need not be pressed Control motor assistance level must be Pedals l turning Customisable via Gocycle App Motor Start Medium High pedal effort See www gocycle com app for more information High pedal effort or press and hold red Maximum Motor As
70. y may have serious consequences and could result in serious bodily injury or even death Check for fatigue cracks where the spokes join the rim of the wheel Check for cracking here Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 49 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 a Check f or cracking here Q AN o Check for cracking here Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Check for fatigue cracking around the seat tube frame joint Check the head tube junction for fatigue cracking 50 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 Q Check for cracking here Check the head tube junction for fatigue cracking Check under the head tube junction for fatigue cracking Check for cracking here Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved 51 Gocycle Owner s Manual for G2 August 2015 alan te we i we et J bie Mere 2125 ety ee B T PCN emer here ore Karbon Kinetics Limited All Rights Reserved Q Check the Lockshock plunger for signs of fatigue cracking WARNING When not properly assembled the Lockshock plunger the grey part as indicated at left is susceptible to impact damage from a side load for example when folding to take in or out of a car transporting inside a building or through a doorway If you suspect this has occurred do not ride the Gocycle and contact Gocycle Tech Support Check th
71. yellow ring as shown The quick release should begin to feel horder to close os it reaches o 9O0 degree position Ensure thet the quick releose lever remains in the closed position os shown pen and close EACH conn lever to check thot if is odjusted and operating os shown Consult the Owner s Monuol if adjustment is needed NEVER ride with omy cam loose or if the resistonce when closing or opening is not even for ofl coms Additional Pre ride Checks Check front and rear tyre pressure and condition Check the lights where fitted If the product has been fitted with front and rear lights check thot the lights are operating properly and according to the Gocycle Qwner s Manual Check that you do not exceed the rider weight limit This product has been designed with a maximum recommended weight limit of 100kg 220lbs for the rider clothing and all luggage and is intended for use on paved roads For rider and luggage weight 100 115kg 220 250lbs riding style rood condition tyre pressures and luggage position may reduce product service life Luggage weight should not exceed 10 of total rider and luggage weight Never exceed rider and luggage weight of 115kg 250lbs at any time Exceeding this limit will void all warranties and may result in the product being unsafe for operation If you have any reason to believe that your Gacycle is not functioning properly or that you are aware that your Gocycle has been damag

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