Trikke DEFENDER User manual

Owner’s Manual
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TRIKKE Defender is a professional grade light electric vehicle for personal mobility.
It was developed to offer quick and efficient transport of an individual in a wide range
of terrain: street, sidewalk, walk paths, on and off-road, indoor and outdoors.
The maximum rider’s weight is 300lbs (135kg)
Rear wheels/motor
Decks Rear fenders
Rear lights
Trailing arms Swing arm / rear suspension
Cambering
mechanism
Front fork
Front wheel/motor
Brake caliper
Brake rotor
Front structure
Battery
Controller box
Battery tray
handlebar
Brake levers
display
Siren
Steering lock
Folding mechanism
MAIN PARTS
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headlights
Marking lights
Gear bag
EMG lights

FIRST ASSEMBLY (watch assembly video)
1) Remove the unit from the packing box
2) Unfold the frame, lock the folding levers.
3) Attach handlebar, align with front wheel, tight handlebar clamp bolts.
5) Locate and connect the 4 wires of the front lights and horn. Keep the wires neat.
6) Install battery –a) make sure the key-lock pin is retracted (counterclockwise). b) identify
front and back side of the battery c) place the battery on the tray tilted to the back. d)
push the battery forward against the lock all the way and turn the key clockwise to lock.
You may remove the key from the lock and place in a safe place.
7) Check/calibrate tires pressure. Use a floor pump with a reliable gauge with a threaded
connector. Front 50psi, Rear 65psi.
FOLDING
1) Retract the lock knob on each folding mechanism
2) Pull the knob up to unlock the tensioners (while leaning the vehicle to the opposite
side)
3) Fold the frame
4) Screw the knobs into the hole in order to lock the frame folded. This is imperative
for handling and transport.
UNFOLDING
1) Retract the lock knob on each folding mechanism (about 1cm)
2) Unfold the frame
3) Press down the tensioners (while leaning the vehicle to the opposite side) until it
snaps into locked position
4) Screw the knobs in until it locks. These will be on top of the tensioners as a safety
pin.
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Make sure the battery is switched OFF
For installation
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Handlebar mounted controls
OPERATION (watch operation tutorial video)
Turn On the battery power: press in the on-off switch. The battery LCD will light up
showing the % of remaining charge.
Push [M] button on Display to turn ON the drive system.
By default, the display is selected to PAS 2 (power level 2 of 5). You can increase or
decrease the power by using the [+] and [-] buttons
Gently twist the throttle towards you to make the vehicle move forward. The more
angle you turn the throttle, the speed will increase.
Use the brake levers situated on both sides of the handlebar to apply brake and reduce
speed or stop. Apply brakes evenly and gently. Avoid squeezing the brakes too hard as it
cause the wheels to lock and skid. Right hand brake for rear wheels. Left hand brake for
front wheel. Do not use front brake heavily while turning, the front wheel may skid or
lock, causing loss of control.
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LCD Display Operation:
Turning Display ON-OFF and sleep.
After switching the battery power ON you will have to press M button to turn the
display ON and start the system.
To turn the system OFF press and hold M button. You may also switch the battery power
OFF. After a preset time of non-operation, the display will turn OFF by itself (sleep).
Press M to wake the system up.
Changing Display Settings
Press and hold [+] and [-] simultaneously for 2 seconds to enter Settings.
Press [M] to cycle through parameters P01 ~ P14
Press [+] or [-] to change value
** careful to not change factory default parameters if you are not sure of the values.
Press and hold [+] and [-] simultaneously for 2 seconds to save changes and leave
settings.
Useful settings:
a) Speed limiter P01 –> example 2WD model 100 = top speed (23mph) ; 50 = 50% of the
top speed (11.5mph)
b) Time out P06 –> minutes to sleep
c) Starting power P07 –> 1-5.
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Set the kick-stand
Turn handlebar to the left and lean the vehicle over the kick-stand.
PARKING
1
2
Lock:
1) squeeze lever
2) Push-in the plunger and release lever
Unlock:
Squeeze lever
Lock parking brakes (both sides)
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Steering lock
Useful for transport and maintenance, as well as theft deterrent.
Handlebar Height Adjustment
Useful for transport and maintenance, as well as theft deterrent.
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Folding Mechanism –adjusting lock tension
Keep a good tension to eliminate any play.
Reduce the tension for easy operation.
TIRES PRESSURE
50-65psi
Check and inflate every 3 weeks
REAR
40-50psi
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Removing/installing FRONT wheel
Removing/installing REAR wheel
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Dimensions
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Headlight
Adjust the headlight projection angle by tilting the headlight on the bracket.
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Specifications and Features
DEFENDER 48V 2WD DEFENDER 48V 3WD POSI.TRON Police Spec SP33DR 72V 3WD
electric drive system DC 48V - 24A DC 48V - 36A DC 60V - 45A DC 72V - 60A
acc line DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V
battery (Li-ion) 48V 1170Wh 48V 1170Wh 60V 1764Wh 72V 1470Wh
charging V / A / time 54.6V 5A 4h 54.6V 5A 4h 67.2V 5A 4h 84V 5A 4h
electric rated power 550W 850W 1300W 2160W
electric peak power 1100W 1700W 2600W 4320W
traction power (brake power) 850W 1250W 1950W 3240W
traction 2WD 3WD 3WD 3WD
motor 2x BLDC direct drive 3x BLDC direct drive 3x BLDC direct drive 3x BLDC direct drive
motor controller 2x FOC 12A 3x FOC 12A 3x FOC 15A 3x FOC 20A
max rider's weight 250lbs (110kg) 300lbs (135kg) 300lbs (135kg) 300lbs (135kg)
Vehicle weigh (w/battery) 69lbs (31kg) 80lbs (36kg) 92lbs (41kg) 92lbs (41kg)
frame AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable
overall dimensions L51" x H40" x W23.5" L51" x H40" x W23.5" L51" x H40" x W23.5" L51" x H40" x W23.5"
adjustable handlebar height 5" (12.5cm) 5" (12.5cm) 5" (12.5cm) 5" (12.5cm)
deck height 11" (28cm) 11" (28cm) 11" (28cm) 11" (28cm)
tires inflatable 60psi (4.1Bar) inflatable 60psi (4.1Bar) inflatable 60psi (4.1Bar) inflatable 60psi (4.1Bar)
phone holder optional optional standard optional
gear bag optional optional standard optional
emmergency lights optional - 2 optional - 3 standard - 5 no
LED headlight 1x 2000 lm with DRL 1x 2000 lm with DRL 2x 2000 lm with DRL 1x 2000 lm with DRL
rear lights single point dual running/brake/turn dual running/brake/turn dual running/brake/turn
horn yes yes yes yes
siren optinal mini siren standard mini siren 3-tone police siren no
RFID key optional optional standard optional
rear suspension swing arm - spring swing arm spring/oil adjust swing arm spring/oil adjust swing arm spring/oil adjust
front suspension telescopic spring/oil damper telescopic spring/oil damper telescopic spring/oil damper telescopic spring/oil damper
hydraulic disc brakes 2 rear - one lever all wheel - 2 levers all wheel - 2 levers all wheel - 2 levers
climbing ability (200lbs) 7% (4deg) 12% (7deg) 15% (9deg) 15% (9deg)
top speed (unregulated) * 23mph (37km/h) 28mph (45km/h) 37mph (60km/k) 44mph (70km/h)
range mixed terrain (200lbs) 20 miles (32km) 20 miles (32km) 20 miles (32km) 20 miles (32km)
range on flat terrain (200lbs) 25 miles (40km) 25 miles (40km) 30 miles (48km) 30 miles (48km)
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SAFE RIDING:
•It is recommended the rider receive basic riding and safety training before operating
the vehicle.
•Rider must learn and understand the safety aspects of riding and operation.
•Rider must get familiar with all features of the vehicle.
•It is highly recommended to wear a safety helmet.
•Stand on the vehicle in a straight up posture.
•Grip handlebars with both hands at all times.
•Do not lean back or pull up on the handlebars
•Do not lean over the handlebar.
•Do not turn sharply. Make smooth and progressive turns.
•Be aware of the terrain around you. Scan for debris and obstacles as you ride.
•Watch for traffic of cars and pedestrians.
•Reduce speed to a walking pace around pedestrians, be courteous.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
ALWAYS USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, ESPECIALLY A HELMET. A helmet is essential when
riding a Trikke EV or any exposed wheeled vehicle. We also recommend that you
wear gloves, elbow and knee pads, especially children and inexperienced riders.
Although it is a stable platform, there are always conditions that vary with the
environment, which may surprise you, such as cracks in the pavement, sand, gravel,
potholes, tree branches, people or other vehicles. Falls and accidents can occur.
Driving at night should be avoided, but in case of night time use we recommend the
use of headlamps and signal lights on front and rear. See and be seen.
Also the use of horn or bell helps you call attention and be noticed.
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TRIKKE DEFENDER / POSITRON
STANDARD COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
Trikke Tech warrants this product (including all components) against defects in material or
workmanship as follows:
Frame ‐ 3 years Limited Warranty
Trikke Tech electric vehicle frames include a 3-year warranty covering geometry defect
structural failure. Trikke Tech reserves the right to replace individual parts or the whole frame.
Individual parts may not match the original frame color. Failure to originated by misuse,
accidents or abuse are excluded.
Other components are warranted for 12 months. In the event of a defective or faulty part,
Trikke Tech will ship the replacement part free of charge and Customer will be responsible for
performing the replacement. Exclusions: parts subject to normal wear and tear. Brake lines,
brake pads, tires, inner tubes, bearings and trim components will be replaced for claims within
the first 30 days of purchase. These parts are not covered by any additional warranty.
Lithium‐ion Battery ‐ 12 months Limited Warranty
Lithium-ion batteries originally installed on a Trikke electric vehicle or a replacement battery
purchased from Trikke Tech, its distributors or authorized dealers are warranted for 12 months
from the original purchase, with full replacement within the first 45 days, and partial (pro rate)
replacement after the initial 45 days of use. A suspect battery must be shipped to Trikke Tech
for warranty, the Customer being responsible for shipping and costs.
Trikke Tech will then check the battery and either repair or replace it. The battery will be
returned to Customer at Trikke’s expense. Pro-rata replacement takes into consideration the full
number of months passed since the purchase date and divides the base retail price of a new
battery by 12 (twelve). If a new battery is required, Customer will be expected to pay 1/12 of the
retail cost of the battery for every month of use (if after 45 days of use). Purchases of
replacement battery under pro-rata warranty must be directly from Trikke Tech. The new battery
will be warranted with a new term of 12 month under the same conditions described above.
Important facts about the aging of lithium-ion batteries: The current technology of lithium-ion
batteries presents a natural degradation (aging, loss of capacity) even if not in use. The level of
degradation will depend on factors like discharge current (fast or low riding speed setting),
temperature of
operation/storage and the number of cycles of discharge. Trikke Panasonic/Samsung batteries
should retain a minimum of 70% of the original capacity at 500 recharges if operated at normal
power level and at temperatures ranging between 32-100F (0-40C).
Exclusions: Damages to the battery caused by short circuit, moisture, impact, perforation,
abuse or marks of tampering with the battery pack will void the above warranty. Batteries kept
discharged for long periods of time may not recover working capacity and will be permanently
damaged –failure to keep the proper charge level of battery will void the warranty.
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TRIKKE DEFENDER / INTERCEPTOR
STANDARD COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
Electrical Components ‐ 12 months Limited Warranty
Electrical components, including motor, electronic controller, throttle and associated parts
(excluding the battery) carry a 12 months warranty from the original purchase date. Failure
originated by water, misuse, accidents or abuse are excluded. Warranty is limited to the
replacement of the part. Defective parts must be shipped to Trikke Tech or presented to an
authorized service center for analysis prior to replacement.
LIMITATIONS ON WARRANTY THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS THE ONLY REMEDY PROVIDED BY
TRIKKE TECH FOR ITS ELECTRIC VEHICLES. NO OTHER PARTY HAS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
AUTHORITY TO CHANGE THIS WARRANTY IN ANY MANNER. TRIKKE TECH DISCLAIMS ANY
LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY APPLIES “FOR COMMERICAL USE”
Extended Commercial Warranty available for additional $980 per unit.
Frame –Total 5 years
Lithium-ion Battery –Total 24 months
Electrical Components –Total 24 months
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Product Life Cycle
The Trikke ™Trikke EV vehicle has a lifecycle. The duration of this cycle varies with the
maintenance and care received during their time of use, and the type and amount of
use that the vehicle is subjected. The vehicle must be inspected periodically by
observing indicators of fatigue and other indicators of potential problems. These are
very important safety checks to help prevent accidents, injuries to the rider and
shortening the lifecycle of the vehicle.
THIS IS AN INTEGRATED AND FINAL STATEMENT OF TRIKKE’S LIMITED WARRANTY.
COMPANY DOES NOT AUTHORIZE OR ALLOW FOR ANYONE, INCLUDING ITS
AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR REPRESENTATIVES, TO EXTEND ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NO OTHER REPRESENTATION AND NO STATEMENT OF ANYONE
BUT THE COMPANY, INCLUDING A DEMONSTRATION OF ANY KIND BY ANYONE, SHALL
CREATE ANY WARRANTY REGARDING THE TRIKKE CAMBERING VEHICLE. ALL OF THE
REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER ARE STATED HEREIN.
IT IS AGREED THAT TRIKKE TECH, INC.’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE AND
IN NO EVENT TRIKKE TECH, INC. BE LIABLE SHALL FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
DISCLAIMER
All other remedies, obligations, liabilities, rights, warranties, express or implied, arising
from law or otherwise, including but not limited to, any claimed implied warranty of
merchantability, any claimed implied warranty arising from course of performance,
course of dealing or usage of trade, and any claimed implied warranty of fitness, are
disclaimed by Company and waived by the original owner.
Some states, jurisdictions, countries, do not allow some or all of the limitations set for
herein, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If any
provision is found unenforceable, only that provision shall be stricken, and all others
shall apply. This limited warranty does provide the original owner with certain legal
rights and recourse and the original owner may possess other rights or recourse,
depending on the state, jurisdiction
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