Razor Bicycle MX500 User's Manual
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1. ACCEPTABLE RIDING PRACTICES AND CONDITIONS Always check and obey any local laws or regulations which may affect the locations where the Dirt Rocket may be used Ride defensively Watch out for potential obstacles that could catch your wheel or force you to swerve suddenly or lose control Be careful to avoid pedestrians skaters skateboards scooters bikes children or animals who may enter your path and respect the rights and property of others The Dirt Rocket is meant to be used only in controlled environments free of potential traffic hazards and not on public streets or sidewalks Do not ride your electric motorbike in any areas where pedestrian or product traffic is present Do not activate the speed control on the hand grip unless you are on the electric motorbike and in a safe outdoor environment suitable for riding These bikes were manufactured for performance and durability but are not impervious to damage Jumping or other aggressive riding can over stress and Troubleshooting Guide ccc 9 MX500 MX650 Parts oo cece esses essessessessesseessssesseestsseeseeseesess 10 Safety Reminders cscs 12 Warranty IMoMatON acaso oitesed ile dsjib 12 damage any product including the electric motorbike and the rider assumes all risks associated with high stress activity Be careful and know your limitations Risk of injury increases as the degree of riding difficulty increases The rider assumes all risk associated with2. aggressive riding activities Maintain a hold on the handlebars at all times Never carry passengers or allow more than one person at a time to ride the electric motor bike Never use near steps or swimming pools Keep your fingers and other body parts away from the drive chain steering system wheels and all other moving components Never use headphones or a mobile phone when riding Never hitch a ride with another product Do not ride the Dirt Rocket in wet or icy weather and never immerse the electric motorbike in water as the electrical and drive components could be damaged by water or create other possibly unsafe conditions The Dirt Rocket is intended for use on flat level ground without loose debris such as rocks or gravel Wet slick bumpy uneven or rough surfaces may impair traction and contribute to possible accidents Do not ride the electric motorbike in mud ice puddles or water Avoid excessive speeds that can be associated with downhill rides Never risk damaging surfaces such as carpet or flooring by use of an electric motorbike indoors Do not ride at night or when visibility is limited PROPER RIDING ATTIRE Always wear proper protective equipment such as an approved safety helmet with chin strap securely buckled elbow pads and kneepads A helmet may be legally required by local law or regulation in your area A long sleeved shirt long pants and gloves are recommended Always wear athletic shoes lace u
3. assembly by an adult Allow up to 30 minutes for assembly Allow up to 12 hours for initial charge see page 5 for charging information Charger LAS ng an ee pa Port Charger Plug Brake Lever Brake Lever Required Tools A warnine DO NOT USE NON RAZOR PRODUCTS WITH YOUR RAZOR DIRT ROCKET The Dirt Rocket has been built to certain Razor design specifications The original equipment supplied at the time of sale was selected on the basis of its compatibility with the frame fork and all other parts Certain aftermarket products may or may not be compatible and will void your warranty 5mm and 6mm 10mm 14mm and 17mm Phillips Spoke tightener Bicycle tire pump Allen wrenches open wrenches screwdriver Included for Schrader valve tires Included Included Included with pressure gauge 2 5mm Allen wrench 19mm open wrench Not Included Not Included Not Included Need Help Visit our website for replacement parts product support and a list of authorized service centers at Www razor com or call toll free at 866 467 2967 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Pacific Time 2 Attaching the Handlebars Ss S K f 1 Place the handlebars in 2 Align parallel to the fork and 3 Adjust the brake lever the handlebar clamps tighten the bolts using a 6mm adjuster to the proper place Allen wrench When properly and tighten it with the 5mm Note Handlebar clamps are tightened the handlebars should Al
4. damage The fuse will burn out and automatically shut off the power if the motor is overloaded An excessive overload such as too heavy a rider or too steep a hill could cause the motor to overheat Replace the fuse s with a new one of equal amperage Correct the conditions that caused the fuse to burn out and avoid repeatedly burning out fuse Contact your local Razor authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Short run time less than 15 minutes per charge Undercharged battery Battery is old and will not accept full charge Brakes are not adjusted properly Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 12 hours before using the motor bike for the first time and up to 12 hours after each subsequent use Check all wires and connectors Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector and that the charger is plugged into the wall Even with proper care a rechargeable battery does not last forever Average battery life is 1 to 2 years depending on use of product and conditions Replace only with a Razor replacement battery Refer to brake adjustment instructions on page 5 of this manual Motor bike runs sluggishly Sometimes the motor doesn t run but other times it does Riding conditions are too stressful Tires are not properly inflated Motor bike is overloaded Loose wires or connectors Motor or electrical switch damage Use only on s
5. A A a d MMH EZ A S INH EESO OWNER S MANUAL Read and understand this entire manual before riding DO NOT RETURN TO STORE NOTE Manual illustrations are for demonstration purposes only lllustrations may not reflect exact appearance of actual product Specifications subject to change without notice Item Numbers Dirt Rocket MX500 15128190 Version 1_04 11 Dirt Rocket MX650 15165070 CONTENTS Salety WANNINGS cc una a 1 A AAA A A EN 2 Assembly and Setool dias 3 5 Before O o ed dd a 5 Repair and MaidtenanCe occoociccccnccoococnn conoceis 5 8 SAFETY WARNINGS A warnine Riding an electric motorbike can be a hazardous activity Certain conditions may cause the equipment to fail without fault of the manufacturer Like other electric products the Dirt Rocket can and is intended to move and it is therefore possible to lose control fall off and or get into dangerous situations that no amount of care instruction or expertise can eliminate If such things occur you can be seriously injured or die even when using safety equipment and other precautions RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND USE COMMON SENSE This manual contains many warnings and cautions concerning the consequences of failing to maintain inspect or properly use your electric motorbike Because any incident can result in serious injury or even death we do not repeat the warning of possible serious injury or death each time such a possibility is mentioned AP
6. PROPRIATE RIDER USE AND PARENTAL SUPERVISION This manual contains important safety information It is your responsibility to review this information and make sure that all riders understand all warnings cautions instructions and safety topics and assure that young riders are able to safely and responsibly use this product Razor USA recommends that you periodically review and reinforce the information in this manual with younger riders and that you inspect and maintain your child s product to insure their safety The recommended rider age 14 for the MX500 and 16 for the MX650 is only an estimate and can be affected by the rider s size weight or skills Any rider unable to fit comfortably on the Dirt Rocket should not attempt to ride it A parent s decision to allow his or her child to ride this product should be based on the child s maturity skill and ability to follow rules Keep this product away from small children and remember that this product is intended for use only by persons who are at a minimum completely comfortable and competent while operating the product DO NOT EXCEED THE WEIGHT LIMIT OF 175 pounds for the MX500 and 220 pounds for the MX650 Rider weight does not necessarily mean a person s size is appropriate to fit or maintain control of the Dirt Rocket Do not touch the brakes or electric motor on your electric motorbike when in use as they can become very hot Refer to the section on safety for additional warnings
7. ate as necessary If you get a flat tire the inner tube can be patched or a new tube can be purchased from Razor or an authorized repair center Safety Gear Always wear proper protective equipment such as an approved safety helmet elbow pads and kneepads Always wear shoes never ride barefooted or in sandals and keep shoelaces tied and out of the way of the wheels motor and drive system DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Do not use this product for the first time until you have inflated the tires to the correct PSI and charged the battery for at least 12 hours Failure to follow these instructions may damage your product and void your warranty WARRANTY Razor Limited Warranty The manufacturer warranties this product to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of 90 days from date of purchase This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear tires tubes or cables or any damage failure or loss caused by improper assembly maintenance or storage or use of the Razor Dirt Rocket This Limited Warranty will be void if the product is ever e used in a manner other than for recreation e modified in any way e rented The manufacturer is not liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage due directly or indirectly to the use of this product Razor does not offer an extended warranty If you have purchased an extended warranty it must be honored by the store at which it was purchased For your records
8. damage the Dirt Rocket must not be charged until it has been repaired or replaced Use ONLY with the recommended charger Replacement Parts For a complete selection of replacement parts visit www razor com U Repair Centers For a list of authorized Razor repair centers e Check online at www razor com e Call 866 467 2967 for the center nearest you A warnine If a battery leak develops avoid contact with the leaking acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag Refer to the disposal instructions at left If acid comes into contact with skin or eyes flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes and contact a physician A WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash your hands after handling TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Solution Motor bike does not run Undercharged battery Loose wires or connectors Charge the battery A new battery should have been charged for at least 12 hours before using the motor bike for the first time and up to 12 hours after each subsequent use Check all connectors Make sure the charger connector is tightly plugged into the charging port and that the charger is plugged into the wall Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is on Check all wires and connectors to make sure they are tight Motor bike was running but suddenly stopped Burned out fuse Motor or electrical switch
9. es whenever loose If you have any doubt ask an experienced motorcycle or STE Sl TAC fa ae ca bicycle mechanic to inspect ad your spokes to determine if Nipple NES the spokes need tightening or ead A adjusting 1 Verify the spoke tension by shaking each spoke with your fingers 2 Start with spoke closest to the Spoke should not be loose from hub Look for any play between tire valve stem and tighten each where the spoke flanges attach to the hub Try to turn the nipple us nipple in sequence exactly 1 4 ing your fingers You should not be able to spin any nipple by hand If to 1 2 turn A single 1 4 to 1 2 one or more spokes is loose all spokes must be checked and need to turn may not be enough to bring be tightened with a spoke wrench the spokes into proper tension Continue tightening all spokes no more than 1 2 turn in sequence until all spokes are tight Note More than a 1 2 turn each can cause the wheel to become distorted and wobbly thus perma nently damaging the wheel A Chain and Sprocket The chain will typically e a loose spot and tight spot corresponding with a particular sprocket dh warnine rotational position This is normal and common to all chain driven products due to run out tolerances of the TO avoid a pinch or injury keep freewheel and sprocket The chain should be adjusted to the ideal tension with chain in the tightest spot fingers away from moving s
10. len wrench located in the plastic bag not move forward or back Q Attaching the Front Fender F MN 1 Align fender with the hole in the fork and insert the bolt Tighten securely using a 10mm open wrench and 5mm Allen wrench Attaching the Number Plate 1 Remove screw from front fork Align the number plate with the hole in the fork and tighten with a Phillips screw driver Need Help Visit our website for replacement parts product support and a list of authorized service centers at Www razor com or call toll free at 866 467 2967 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Pacific Time 3 ASSEMBLY AND SET UP Installing the Front Wheel Ju O G E BAAD O 1 Position wheel in front fork and slide disk brake into caliper 3 With a 14mm and 17mm open wrench tighten the front wheel screws Inflating the Tires Washer Nut xa 2 Slide axle through fork spacer and wheel hub When axle passes through the other side of the wheel hub add the other spacer and slide though the fork Secure with washer and nut Note Front axle is installed with the spacer between the fork and wheel for all Dirt Rockets Note If your model has one short spacer it goes on the side of the hub with the disc brake Note where front axle is located in box Tires are inflated when shipped but they invariably lose some pressure between the point of ma
11. lug charger into the charger port on the electric motor bike 1 Plug the charger plug into a wall outlet If the lights on the charger do not light up check the power to the outlet If nec essary try a different outlet REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE Check the Razor website for any updates on the latest repair and maintenance procedures Turn power switch OFF before conducting any maintenance procedures Adjusting the Brakes Tools required 5mm Allen wrench 5 O 2 Ifthe brake has too much slack loosen the rear anchor bolt with a 5mm Allen wrench and pull the brake wire tighter The distance of the brake wire between the end of the cable and the anchor bolt should be between 37mm and 44mm 3 Ifthe brake rotor is dragging on the brake pads use your fingers to twist the caliper adjuster in either direction until rotor is cen tered between pads 1 To adjust the tension thread the brake lever adjuster in or out 1 4 to 1 2 turn until the desired brake adjustment is attained Most adjustments are complete at this step If brake still needs further adjustment proceed to step 2 for rear brake Testing the Brakes To use the brakes squeeze the levers to increase the pressure on the brake The brake levers are fitted with a cable adjuster to compensate for cable stretch and or to fine tune the lever movement to brake engagement If brakes are not engaging properly follow instructions for adjusting the b
12. nufacturing and your purchase Using a bicycle tire pump equipped for Schrader valves inflate the tires to the PSI indicated on the sidewall of the tire A WARNING Failing to properly adjust and tighten the nuts and bolts that affix the fork can cause you to lose control and fall Note The pressurized air supplies found at gasoline stations are designed to inflate high volume automobile tires If you decide to use such an air supply to inflate your tires first make sure the pressure gauge Is working then use very short bursts to inflate to the correct PSI If you inadvertently over inflate the tire release the excess pressure immediately BEFORE RIDING Charging the Battery Your electric motorbike may not have a fully charged battery therefore it is a good idea to charge the battery prior to use e Initial charge time 12 hours e Recharge time up to 12 hours depending on level of depletion e Fully charge battery before storing e When the scooter is not in regular use recharge the battery at least once a month until normal use is resumed e Run time Up to 40 minutes of continuous ride time Run time may vary depending on riding conditions climate and or proper maintenance e Average battery life 250 charge discharge cycles e To ensure long battery life do not store the battery in temperatures above 75 or below 10 F Charger N 2 Turn OFF power switch before charging P
13. ol module 19 Battery cover left right 05 Rear brake lever assembly left 3 Battery 3 12V 12Ah with Fuse 20 On Off switch 06 Front fork 14 MX500 motor 36V 500W 21 Charger port 07 Front fender MX650 motor 36V 650W 22 Seat fairing Need Help Visit our website for replacement parts product support and a list of authorized service centers at www razor com or call toll free at 866 467 2967 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Pacific Time 10 SB 1918 CALIFORNIA DECLARATION YOUR INSURANCE POLICIES MAY NOT PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THE USE OF THIS SCOOTER ELECTRIC RIDE ON PRODUCT TO DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OR AGENT SAFETY REMINDERS e os ge Loose Parts There should not be any unusual rattles or sounds from loose parts or broken components If you are not sure ask an experienced mechanic to check Brakes Check the brakes for proper function When you squeeze the lever the brake should provide positive braking action Check for cracks or broken connections Although broken frames are rare it is possible for an aggressive rider to run into a curb or wall and wreck and bend or break a frame Get in the habit of inspecting yours regularly E Frame Fork and Handlebars PRE RIDE CHECKLIST Tire Inflation Periodically inspect the tires for excess wear and replace as required and regularly check the tire pressure and re infl
14. olid flat clean and dry surfaces such as pavement or level ground The tires are inflated when shipped but they invariably will lose some pressure between the point of manufacturing and your purchase Refer to instructions on page 4 of this manual to properly inflate tires Make sure you do not overload the motor bike by allowing more than one rider at one time exceeding the maximum weight limit going up too steep a hill or towing objects behind the vehicle Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to make sure they are tight Contact your local Razor authorized service center for diagnosis and repair Motor bike does not stop when applying the brake Brakes are not adjusted properly Refer to instructions on page 5 of this manual to properly adjust brakes Motor bike makes loud noises or grinding sounds Chain is too dry Apply a lubricant such as 3 in 1 or Tri Flow to the chain Anba MX500 MX650 PARTS ESN ri NG Keep your MX500 MX650 running for years with genuine Razor parts Visit our web site or e mail us for more information on spare part availability Specifications subject to change without notice 01 Handlebar grip right left 08 Handlebar clamp upper lower 15 Kickstand 02 Twist grip throttle 09 Front wheel complete 16 Rear wheel complete 02 1 Sleeve 10 Caliper brake 17 Chain 03 Front brake lever assembly right 11 Shock 18 Chain guard 04 Handlebar 12 Contr
15. p shoes with rubber soles never ride barefooted or in sandals and keep shoelaces tied and out of the way of the wheels motor and drive system USING THE CHARGER The charger supplied with the electric motorbike should be regularly examined for damage to the cord plug enclosure and other parts and in the event of such damage the bike must not be charged until the charger has been repaired or replaced Use only with the recommended charger Use caution when charging The charger is not a toy Charger should be operated by an adult Do not operate near flammable materials Unplug charger and disconnect from bike when not in use Always disconnect from the charger prior to wiping down and cleaning your electric motorbike with liquid FAILURE TO USE COMMON SENSE AND HEED THE ABOVE WARNINGS INCREASES RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY USE WITH APPROPRIATE CAUTION AND SERIOUS ATTENTION TO SAFE OPERATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Remove contents from box Remove the foam separators that protect the components from damage during shipping Inspect the contents of the box for scratches in the paint dents or kinked cables that may have occurred during shipping Because the Dirt Rocket is 95 percent assembled and packed at the factory there should not be any problems even if the box has a few scars or dents MAKE SURE POWER SWITCH IS TURNED OFF BEFORE CONDUCTING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Estimated Assembly and Set Up Time Razor recommends
16. pen wrenches 1 Loosen screw and remove chain guard Install the new chain or wheel by slipping the chain around the axle Slide the axle into the slots on the frame Slide the chain tensioner down and maneuver the chain onto the rear sprocket and front sprocket Replacing the Fuse 3 Fuse boxes 1 Remove the seat fairing to lo cate the 3 fuse boxes attached to the batteries 2 Using two 19mm wrenches loosen both axle nuts 5 Re attach the chain guard Test ride and check Re adjust as needed Amperage number 2 Check all 3 fuses to see if the fuse s have burnt out If the fuse s is are damaged open the fuse cover Remove any fuse that is damaged or burnt out and replace with a new one of equal amperage Note Amperage is located on top of fuse down to loosen the chain and remove the chain from the wheel sprocket and motor sprocket Push and remove the wheel downward Note Your hands will get greasy doing this _ _ _ 3 Close the fuse cover and reattach the seat fairing 16 2 16 1 Note the arrangement of the hardware sequence Right Side Throttle 16 1 Nut 16 2 Washer 16 3 Spacer Left Side Brake 16 1 Nut 16 2 Washer 16 3 Spacer ar i A warnine To prevent shock please follow the instructions accordingly and do not skip any steps Spoke A WARNING Flange Regularly check the spoke tension and retighten the Spoke spok
17. prockets and chain Proper chain alignment must be maintained The wheel must not be skewed If the chain is noisy or rough running check the lubrication tension and alignment of the sprockets in that order Need Help Visit our website for replacement parts product support and a list of authorized service centers at Www razor com or call toll free at 866 467 2967 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Pacific Time 7 REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE U Battery Care and Disposal Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75 F or below 10 F Es Na RS YS CONTAINS SEALED NON SPILLABLE LEAD BATTERIES BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED Disposal Your Razor product uses sealed lead acid batteries which must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in a fire The battery may explode or leak Do not dispose of a lead acid battery in your regular household trash The incineration land filling or mixing of sealed lead acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law in most areas Return exhausted batteries to a federal or state approved lead acid battery recycler or a local seller of automotive batteries If you live in Florida or Minnesota it is prohibited by law to throw away lead acid batteries in the municipal waste stream A Charger The charger supplied with the bike should be regularly examined for damage to the cord plug enclosure and other parts and in the event of such
18. rakes outlined below 5 A warnine Always disconnect your electric motorbike from the charger before cleaning with liquid Note If your charger does not look like the one illustrated your unit has been supplied with an alternative charger The specifications and charging procedure would not change The charger has a small window with one LED to indicate the charge status Refer to the illustration on the charger unit for the actual charging and charged status indications for your model charger Chargers have built in over charge protection to prevent battery from being over charged Charger will get warm during use This is normal for some chargers and is no cause for concern If your charger does not get warm during use it does not mean that itis not working properly Be sure to properly align the groove on the charger input plug with the corresponding socket on the case otherwise no charging action will occur A WARNING The brake is capable of causing the electric motorbike to skid the tire throwing an unsuspecting rider Practice in an open area free from obstacles until you are familiar with the brake function Avoid skidding to a stop as this can cause you to lose control or damage the rear tire REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE Turn power switch OFF before conducting any maintenance procedures A Chain and Tire Replacement Tools required Phillips screwdriver and two 2 19mm o
19. save your original sales receipt with this manual and write the serial number below Item Numbers MX500 15128190 MX650 15165070 Need Help Visit our website for replacement parts product support and a list of authorized service centers at www razor com or call toll free at 866 467 2967 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 5 00 PM Pacific Time Printed in China for Razor USA LLC PO Box 3610 Cerritos CA 90703 Copyright 2003 2011 Razor USA LLC All rights reserved RAZOR and the Razor Logo Design are among the registered trademarks of Razor USA LLC in the United States and or select foreign countries Dirt Rocket is a trademark of Razor USA LLC 04 2011
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