Trikke DEFENDER 48V 2WD User manual

Owner’s Manual
Models: DEFENDER / POSITRON
Rev. 01Mar23

TRIKKE Defender and TRIKKE Positron are professional grade Light Electric
Vehicles (LEV) for personal mobility.
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.
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 (cables route in front of the handlebar post), align with front wheel,
tight handlebar clamp bolts really well.
4) Attach the siren to the top of front structure (60V model,72V does not need it).
5) Secure the cables loom to the side of the front structure with the small clamps.
6) Install battery –a) battery must be switched OFF b) make sure the key-lock pin is
retracted (counterclockwise). c) identify front and back side of the battery d) place the
battery on the tray tilted to the back. e) push the battery forward against the lock all the
way and turn the key clockwise to lock. Remove the key from the lock and place in a safe
place.
7) Check/calibrate tires pressure. Use a floor pump or electric pump with a reliable gauge.
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
Installing the Battery

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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TRIKKE drive system - Display Settings
PARAMETER description range Factory value NOTE
P01 Speed limiter 0-100% of the top speed 100
100 = 28mph Defender
100 = 37mph Positron 60V
100 = 43mph Positron 72V
P02 Motor magnets count do not change 30
P03 Tire circumference 753mm (rear wheel) 753
P04 unit Miles ; Km Miles
P05 System voltage 48V ; 60V ; 72V 48 / 60 / 72
P06 System timeout 1-30 minutes 10
P07 Number of motors 1 (FWD); 2 (2WD); 3 (3WD) 3
P08 Speed sensor do not change 1
P09 Odometer reset 1 ; 0 will reset to zero 1
if you change this parameter to
"0" there is no way back.
P10 Starting power assist 1,2,3,4,5 choose default power at start up 2
P11 Blue Tooth key not used 0
P12 Immobilizer (motor jamming) 0 – off ; 1 - on 30 sec delay 1
engages 30s after turning display
off. Must keep battery switched
ON to work.
P13 Regenerative braking not used 0
P14 RFID card pairing
pair up to 3 cards. Show card near the [+]
button to pair. Hold [-] button for 10s to delete
all cards.
1, 2 , 3 … 0
P15 Pass Code "Cd" 4 digits used to access settings and to by-pass rfid key
factory default 3333
can be changed to any passcode
to by-pass RFID key > hold [-] for
20 sec and enter code
P16 Power level limiter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 5
if select 3, rider can only use
1,2,3 (4 and 5 not available)
To enter SETTINGS press [+] and [-] buttons together for 2s. It will promp for passcode "Cd" (enter 3333)
Use [M] button to scroll through parameters P01-P16. Use [+] and [-] buttons to change value.
Press and hold [+] and [-] buttons to exit SETTINGS and go back to main screen (or wait for 30s and it will go back to main screen by itself) .
By-pass the rfid key ("Card" by holding [-] for 15s. Enter 4 digit code. Use [+] to switch position, use [-] to change numbers.

PARKING
a) Lock parking brakes (both sides)
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b) Set the kick-stand
Turn handlebar to the left and lean the
vehicle over the kick-stand.
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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.
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Headlight adjustment
Adjust the headlight projection angle by tilting the headlight on the bracket.

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TIRE PRESSURE
Check and inflate every 3 weeks!
REAR: 50-65psi FRONT: 40-50psi
CLEANING: wipe with a soft cloth and all-purpose cleaner
MAINTENANCE

Removing/installing FRONT wheel
Removing/installing REAR wheel
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Mounting the GEAR BAG
to the battery

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Rear View MIRRORS
Installation and Alignment
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130cm / 51in 67cm / 26in
135-145cm / 53-57in
General Dimensions
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Specifications and Features
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DEFENDER 48V 2WD DEFENDER 48V 3WD POSITRON 60V Police POSITRON ELITE 72V Police
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 1470Wh 72V 1764Wh
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 weight (w/battery) 69lbs (31kg) 80lbs (36kg) 90lbs (41kg) 100bs (45kg)
frame AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable AL6061 - foldable
overall dimensions L51" x H57" x W26" L51" x H57" x W26" L51" x H57" x W26" L51" x H57" x W26"
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 standard
gear bag optional optional standard standard
emergency lights optional - 2 optional - 3 standard - 5 standard - 7
LED headlight 1x 2000 lm with DRL 1x 2000 lm with DRL 2x 2000 lm with DRL 2x 2000 lm with DRL
rear lights single point dual running/brake/turn dual running/brake/turn dual running/brake/turn
beep horn yes yes yes yes
siren optional optional 3-tone police siren 3-tone police siren
RFID key standard standard standard standard
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) 20% (11deg)
* top speed (unregulated) 23mph (37km/h) 28mph (45km/h) 35mph (56km/h) 44mph (71km/h)
** range mixed terrain (200lbs) up to 20 miles (32km) up to 20 miles (32km) up to 22 miles (35km) up to 25 miles (40km)
** range on flat terrain (200lbs) up to 25 miles (40km) up to 25 miles (40km) up to 30 miles (48km) up to 35 miles (56km)
(*) max speed can be locked at any level by factory
(**) range will vary depending on topography, tire pressure, average speed, start/stop pattern, power level setting

SAFE RIDING:
•It is recommended the rider receive basic riding and safety training before operating
the vehicle. Official training available by Trikke Tech, California.
•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 time.
•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.
•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.
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 for additional
protection.
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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/LG
batteries cells 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 / POSITRON
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 COMMERCIAL USE”
Available EXTENDED Commercial Warranty –including Frame –Total 5 years; Lithium-
ion Battery –Total 24 months; Electrical Components –Total 24 months
(please consult sales department)
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