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4.0 Guidelines for safe use
Before using your KMX, please check that it is in good working order, that all bolts and screws are tight and that tyre
pressure is as it should be. Please also check the brakes.
The KMXis classified as a fully functional Trike recumbent. This means your KMXis allowed on the public roads, and
complies with the European General Products Safety Regulations. It has also been tested to all relevant sections of
EN14764, the UK standard for bikes, and the CPSC for Bikes in the USA.
Your KMX, like bicycles, Roller Blades, Roller Skates, Skateboards, Cars, Boats or any other moving vehicle, can cause
injury. Exercise caution when riding your KMX. Pay attention to street signs, be courteous to pedestrians and road
users and by all means obey the law. Ensure that both hands are on the handgrips and both feet are on the pedals at all
times that the KMXis in motion.
For safety we recommend that an Adult should supervise any child using the KMX.
Adapt your speed always according to the prevailing conditions. Riding down a slope (at an angle,) the KMXcould
topple. Riding downhill will build up a high speed, so please take note of a longer braking distance.
We advise that whilst riding the KMXthe rider wears proper protection, such as a helmet and gloves while riding.
Ensure that both hands are on the handgrips and both feet are on the pedals at all times that the KMXis in motion.
The KMXX Class is not suitable for riders less than 1.5m in height, or more than 100 kg in weight.
Do not take bends at a too sharp an angle; this could cause the KMXto topple.
Check the tyre pressures regularly. See for the correct pressures chapter 3.
In case of improper use of your KMXneither the manufacturer nor the dealer can be held responsible.
The KMXcannot be used near staircases, swimming pools or any other water. Staircases should be shielded off, to
avoid riders being able to ride up or down.
Engage the handbrake button on the rear brake lever to lock the rear brake before leaving the KMXunattended.
Colliding and/or other stunts increase the chances of injury, and damage to your KMX.
In this event, any damage cannot be reclaimed from the manufacturer or the dealer.
Do not place any unnecessary objects on or near the brake handles.
Clothes and limbs could get caught in rotating parts and/or hinge points. Avoid loose clothing like scarves, laces etc., as
these could cause accidents.
Clothes could get soiled and/or damaged.
Avoid contact with the wheels whilst the KMXis being driven.
This users’ manual contains size indication guideline. However the owner is responsible for judging whether or not the
KMXis suitable for each rider, and that his or her size is appropriate.
A helmet is not compulsory, but in the interests of safety it is advisable.
Make sure that the seat and sliding boom is in the correct position, for safe use.
Do not let the user mount or dismount the KMXwhilst in motion.
Do not let the user drive in the dark without lighting.
Only one person can ride the KMXat any time. Do not overload your KMX.
The maximum loading is 100kg for off road riding and 135kg for on road riding.
Do not attach an engine or any other unapproved attachments to the KMX.
Do not allow your KMXto be pulled by any other vehicle.
KMX Karts Ltd, the suppliers of the KMXand/or the manufacturer do not accept any liability for any injury or any other
damage sustained and any incurred costs as a result of (wrongfully and/or impropriate) use of the KMX.
5.0 Maintenance
Every time before you ride:
