Vectrix VX-1 User manual

TOC-1
Introduction................................................................. 1-1
An Important Message To You From The Vectrix
Family..................................................................... 1-1
Introduction ............................................................ 1-1
Index............................................................... 1-2
Useful Information For Safe Riding .............. 1-2
Plug in Your Scooter’s Battery...................... 1-2
Owner Information ................................................. 1-3
Motor Serial Number ............................................. 1-4
Key Code Number................................................. 1-4
 Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)...................... 1-4
VIN Location .................................................. 1-4
General Information............................................... 1-5
  VX-1 Technical Specications ....................... 1-5
Vehicle Range................................................ 1-8
Frequently Asked Questions.......................... 1-8
Optimizing Your Range By Adapting Your
Riding Style.................................................. 1-10
Emissions Information.................................. 1-10
Transporting...................................................1-11
Safety Information ..................................................... 2-1
General Safety Precautions .................................. 2-1
Important Operating Information.................... 2-2
Location Of Important Labels........................ 2-3
Controls And Components....................................... 3-1
Main Components.................................................. 3-1
Front and Rear View............................................. 3-4
Scooter Controls and Gauges .............................. 3-6
Right Instrument Cluster ....................................... 3-8
Center Instrument Cluster ..................................... 3-9
Left Instrument Cluster........................................ 3-10
Instrument Cluster Indicator Display................... 3-12
Instrument Cluster Controls ................................ 3-15
Handlebar Controls.............................................. 3-16
Starting And Operating ............................................. 4-1
General Operation ................................................. 4-1
Pre-Ride Inspection ....................................... 4-1
Key Switch/Steering Lock Positions.............. 4-2
Key Switch/Storage Positions........................ 4-4
Battery Charging.................................................... 4-7
Table Of Contents

TOC-2
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting...................................................... 6-1
Brakes ............................................................ 6-1
Tires................................................................ 6-1
General Troubleshooting................................ 6-2
Warranty/Customer Assistance................................ 7-1
Customer Assistance............................................. 7-1
Warranty Information ............................................. 7-2
Warranty Registration .................................... 7-2
Charging the Battery ........................................... 4-10
Operating Your Scooter....................................... 4-11
Rear Shock Adjustment....................................... 4-15
Center Stand........................................................ 4-16
Side Stand ........................................................... 4-17
Maintaining Your Scooter ......................................... 5-1
Owner’s Responsibilities ....................................... 5-1
Battery.................................................................... 5-2
General Maintenance ............................................ 5-2
Brakes ............................................................ 5-2
Suspension..................................................... 5-4
Wheels And Tires........................................... 5-5
Replacement Tire Size .................................. 5-5
  Tire Wear Indicators (TWI)............................ 5-6
  Tire Ination ................................................... 5-6
Lights .............................................................. 5-6
Cleaning ......................................................... 5-7
Parking And Long Term Storage .......................... 5-8
Dealer Inspection................................................... 5-9
Maintenance Schedule ........................................ 5-10
Vectrix Scooter Accessories................................ 5-11

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Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the
Vectrix VX-1 electric maxi scooter; we welcome you to
the community of Vectrix Scooter riders. This manual
is designed to provide you with a better understanding
of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance
requirements of this scooter.
Vectrix continually seeks advancements in product
design and quality. Therefore, this manual contains the
most current product information available at the time
of printing. Because of this, your scooter may differ
from the information supplied in this owner’s manual.
No legal claims can be made on the basis of data in
this manual. When it comes time to sell your Vectrix
VX-1, please remember to hand over this manual; it
is, by law, an important part of the vehicle. If you have
any questions concerning the operation or maintenance
of your scooter, please contact Vectrix at
[email protected]. For 24 hour updates
and additional information about your scooter, visit the
Vectrix Website: www.vectrix.com in the USA or
[email protected] in Europe.
Introduction
Now you can leave the lumbering four-wheeler in the
garage for those shorter trips, everywhere from across
town to across campus.
VX-1 is the perfect machine for urban commuting, as
well as freeway travel. It’s also a natural for use with
RVs, in retirement communities, and in large-scale
venues like airports and convention centers. It has an
impressive 136 km (85 mile) range that lets you zip
past gas stations and even charging stations as you go.
The VX-1’s easy-to-handle lower prole and lighter
weight makes it perfect for any two-wheel rider. Its
chassis has the responsiveness and maneuverability
you need for tighter urban centers and congested
trafc. And its advanced technology, intuitive controls,
and solid, lightweight aircraft-aluminum frame
construction makes it just as reliable and exciting as it
is affordable.
An Important Message To You
From The Vectrix Family

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Useful Information For Safe Riding
This manual contains the word CAUTION to
communicate something that could hurt you or others.
It also contains the word WARNING to communicate
things that could damage your scooter.
CAUTION: Please read this manual carefully and
completely before operating this scooter. Do not attempt
to operate this scooter until you have attained adequate
knowledge of its controls and operating features,
and until you have been trained in safe and proper
riding techniques. Regular inspections and proper
maintenance, along with good riding skills, will help you
to safely enjoy the capabilities and the reliability of this
scooter. Disregarding the aforementioned, however, may
render the warranty invalid.
Plug in Your Scooter’s Battery
WARNING: Proper care of the scooter’s battery is
essential! When not in use, the battery should be left
on the charger even if fully charged. Failure to do
so could damage the battery and therefore void your
battery warranty. See page 4-7 for other important
information about the battery.
Index
A good place to locate information about the scooter is
in the index in the back of the manual.
The terms “right” or “left” refer to the rider’s right or left
when sitting on the scooter.

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Owner Information
Record important information pertaining to your scooter here. When contacting your authorized Vectrix dealer, you
may need to provide this information.
Street:
Postal Code:
Telephone:
Email:
City:
State:
Country:
Name:
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)Date of Delivery (Day/Month/Year)
Dealer Number
Dealer Stamp

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Vehicle Identication Number
(VIN)
The VIN is located on the back lower corner of the
frame. See Location Of Important Labels on page 2-3.
A
VIN Location
A. Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
Motor Serial Number
The motor serial number is engraved on the bottom of
the swingarm.
Key Code Number
The key code is a number used to create duplicate
keys. This number is located on a tag that
accompanies the original keys.

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PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed 110 km/h (68 mph)
Maximum Reverse Speed 3 km/h (2 mph)
Acceleration Li = 0-80 km/h (0-50 mph)
in 6.0 seconds
Li+ = 0-80 km/h (0-50 mph)
in 6.25 seconds
Range Li = up to 96 km
(60 miles)*
Li+ = up to 136 km
(85 miles)*
Throttle Patented Multi-Function
Throttle provides
regenerative braking and
slow-speed reverse
General Information
VX-1 Li/Li+ Technical Specications
COMPONENTS
Braking Front and rear Brembo disc
brakes
Tires Pirelli: GTS23 120/70-14
(Front)
Pirelli: GTS24 140/60-13
(Rear)
Front Fork 35 mm Marzocchi
telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Sachs twin shocks: preload
adjustable
Chassis Lightweight aircraft-
aluminum frame
Battery Lithium Iron Phosphate
(LiFePO4)
*Speed and range vary based on riding conditions and
operation.

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BATTERY
Capacity Li= 3.7 kWh
Li+= 5.4 kWh
Voltage 125V
Charger 1.5 kW on-board battery
charger, 110-220V
(50/60Hz)
Charge Time Li= 3 to 4 hours
Li+= 4 to 6 hours plus
equalization, as needed
Discharge Cycles Up to 1,600
MOTOR GEARBOX
Motor Type Brushless DC, radial air-
gap rear-hub motor
Power Peak power 21 kW (28.2
HP) at motor shaft
Torque Maximum torque: 65 Nm
(47.9 ft/lbs)
Gearbox Integrated rear-wheel
mounted planetary gear
drive
ELECTRONICS
Controller DSP & IGBT based all-
digital electronic control
and motor drive system
Instrumentation Central analog display
and two side LCDs show
speed, odometer, battery
charge, estimated range
and system status
Data System Controller Area Network
(CAN), Systems
diagnostics and
communication via laptop
interface

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DIMENSIONS
Weight Li = 193 kg (425 lbs)
Li+ = 209 kg (460 lbs)
Wheelbase 1524 mm (60 in)
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 in)
Storage Capacity Trunk: 1.41 cu ft (1 full-
faced helmet)
Glove Compartment: .21
cu ft
Optional Cargo Box: up to
1.66 cu ft
Carrying Capacity 2 passengers
* The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the
combined weight of the scooter, passengers and cargo.
** The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum
allowable weight that can be placed on an individual axle.
WEIGHT
Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR)*
425 kg (938 lbs)
Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) Front**
153 kg (338 lbs)
Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) Rear**
272 kg (600 lbs)
STORAGE (Maximum Load)
Trunk 12 kg (26 lbs)
Glove Compartment 2 kg (4 lbs)
Optional Cargo Box 9 kg (20 lbs)
WARRANTY
Warranty 24 months
EMISSIONS
Emissions Pollutants: Zero
CO2: Zero
Exhaust Noise: Zero

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Vehicle Range
The range of an electric vehicle is dened as the
distance the vehicle will travel on a single full charge
of the battery. Just like EPA mileage estimates for an
automobile, “your mileage may vary.” Your range results
are a direct reection of your riding habits. The more
conservative you ride the better range you can expect
from your Vectrix VX-1 scooter.
Some of the factors which affect range include speed,
acceleration, number of starts and stops, as well as
changes in elevation and temperature. The combination
of these factors, as you travel from one point to
another, denes your trip prole. In addition, tire
pressure and payload are important considerations.
We suggest that you ride conservatively when you rst
get your Vectrix VX-1 scooter, and get to know your
scooter and your commute. Once you become familiar
with the range versus performance of your scooter, you
can adjust your riding characteristics if you so desire.
This applies mainly to riders with trip proles which
are at the edge of the performance envelope. Those
individuals with relatively short commutes can expect to
ride quite aggressively and reach their destination with
energy to spare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Acceleration Affect Range?
Yes, acceleration is the rate at which you are attempting
to increase the speed of your scooter. The greater the
acceleration the faster you are depleting the energy in
the battery pack. The harder and more frequently you
accelerate the more adversely you will affect the range
of your scooter. Being “rst off the line” means you will
also be the rst to deplete your energy supply.
Hard Acceleration = Reduced Range
Does Weight Affect Range?
The more mass you are pushing/lifting, the more
energy it takes to accomplish the mission. Avoid
keeping unnecessary items in your scooter since it will
impact your range.
Added Weight = Reduced Range