BOOM TRIKES V1 AUTOMATIC User guide
V1 AUTOMATIC
OWNER'S HANDBOOK
AND
SERVICE ITINERARY
Certificated Management
Edition 04/13 System
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RAME AND ENGINE NUMBERS
The frame num er is stamped on the right-hand side of the frame.
The engine num er is stamped on the drive elt housing at the rear.
IT IS ILLEGAL TO ALTER A FRAME NUMBER.
DOING SO MAY RENDER THE VEHICLE LIABLE TO CONFISCATION
Vehicle details
Technical
specifications
Model:
Cubic capacity: 460 c c
Version:
Power output: 29 kW (40 bhp)
Vehicle frame n° :
Max speed: approx 75 mph
(120 km/h)
Date first
registered:
N° of seats: 2
Owner:
Length: 3475 cm
Street:
Width: 1600-1640 cm
City/postal code:
Height: 1200-1440 cm
Phone:
Basic vehicle weight: 550 kg
Key ID n° :
Max additional weight: 180 kg
Colour:
Please present this handbook and service itinerary to your dealer whenever you bring the vehicle in
for maintenance or servicing → (summary of vehicle information for dealer)
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1. General information and safety considerations 5 – 6
2.1 Controls, switchgear, warning lights and instruments 7 – 8
2.2 Parking lock 9
2.3 Checks efore you ride your trike 10
2.4 Running in 10
2.5 Starting the engine 11
2.6 Automatic gear ox 12
2.7 Frame, front fork, rear dampers, rear axle 12 – 13
2.8 Bodywork 14 – 15
3.0 Braking system 16– 17
3.1 Fuel system, fuel 18
3.2 Type of fuel 18
3.3 Catalytic converter 19
3.4 Battery 20
3.5 Engine oil level 21– 22
3.6 Changing the oil filter 22
3.7 Differential gear ox 23
3.8 Removing the spark plugs 24
3.9 Removing the air filter 25
4.0 Checking the cooling system 26
4.1 Adjusting the headlamps 27
4.2 Rear-view mirrors 27
4.3 Top ox and carrier 28
4.4 Tyres 29
4.5 Cleaning the vehicle 30
4.6 Putting the vehicle into storage 30
4.7 List of light ul s 30
4.8 Fuses, relays 31
4.9 Trou leshooting 32
5.0 MagCode PowerSystemPro 12/24 V 33
5.1 Wiring diagrams - legend 34
5.2 Wiring diagram, relays and fuses 35
5.3 Wiring diagrams control unit 36
5.4 Wiring diagram, lights and instruments 37
6.0 Terms of warranty / general conditions and terms of usiness 38 – 40
7.0 Service ooklet 41 – 46
8.0 Maintenance and service intervals 47 – 52
9.0 Pre-delivery vehicle checks 53
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OBSERVE PERSONAL SAFETY
CAUTION
Failure to observe these rules fully and correctly
can seriously endanger your personal safety
and health
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
CAUTION
The following are hints and tips to prevent use of
the vehicle having a negative effect on the
environment
OBSERVE TECHNICAL SAFETY
CAUTION
Failure to observe these rules fully and correctly
can seriously endanger the technical safety of
the vehicle and may cause the conditions of the
warranty to become void
The symbols shown here are very important.
Wherever they have been included in this
handbook, they underline the importance of the
passages to which they refer. In such cases
even greater attention must be paid to the
instructions given. Each symbol is distinct from
the other, making it clear and easy to understand
the type of information to which they refer.
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GENERAL
INFORMATION
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SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
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SAFE LOADS AND
ACCESSORIES
If you equip your trike with accessories and ride it carrying luggage, then great care must be taken to
avoid accidents Fitting accessory parts and riding with luggage can severely affect a trike's handling
stability, vehicle performance and safe handling characteristics, and may require you to significantly
reduce riding speeds Consider also that the above mentioned effects on safe handling may become
even worse if you fit accessories made by other manufacturers, if the loads you are carrying are
distributed unevenly, if the tyres are worn, if the trike is poorly maintained, if road or weather conditions
are bad etc Always consider the above before you equip your trike with accessories or carry extra
luggage
Make sure that the combined weight of rider, passenger, luggage and accessories does not exceed
180 kg
ACCESSORIES
Original BOOM TRIKES accessories have been specially developed and tested to be compatible with
your trike BOOM TRIKES have not tested any accessories made by other manufacturers for the effects
that they may have on the handling characteristics of your vehicle
It is therefore your responsibility to find out about the safety risks and any accident risk involved if you
equip your trike with accessories made by other manufacturers
Always observe the following:
1 Check the accessory part thoroughly to make sure that it does not cover up any lights, impair ground
clearance, obstruct handlebar turns, or the use of any of the controls
2 Accessory parts which modify the riding position, increasing the distance between hands and feet
and controls, may delay a rider’s reaction in a potentially dangerous road situation
3 Do not fit any electrical parts which overload the trike's electrical system If a fuse blows, resulting in
night-time failure of lights, or if the engine cuts out in heavy traffic, a potentially dangerous situation
may arise
Caution:
Any modifications to the trike or removal of original parts may lead to the vehicle being unsafe to ride
and may also contravene existing laws Always observe all legal requirements
WHEN RIDING, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FULLY IN CONTROL OF YOUR TRIKE .
NEVER RIDE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR EVEN MEDICATION.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS RULE PUTS THE SAFETY OF YOUR OWN PERSON AND OF
OTHERS SERIOUSLY AT RISK.
ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE VEHICLE’S PERFORMANCE, OR TO ITS STRUCTURAL
FEATURES, ARE ILLEGAL. IN SUCH CASES THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CORRESPONDS TO
ITS ORIGINAL AND APPROVED SPECIFICATIONS, AND IS TECHNICALLY UNSAFE TO RIDE.
NOTE
NEVER ADJUST THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, AS YOU RISK
LOSING CONTROL OF THE TRIKE.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS, ALWAYS DRIVE VERY CAREFULLY WHEN YOU HAVE FITTED
ACCESSORIES AND WHEN THE VEHICLE IS CARRYING LUGGAGE.
RIDING WITH ACCESSORIES AND WITH LUGGAGE MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS, MAY REDUCE YOUR BOOM TRIKE’S PERFORMANCE, AND MAY
LOWER THE LIMITS AT WHICH SAFE RIDING IS STILL POSSIBLE.
WITHOUT ACCESSORIES, RIDING SPEEDS CAN BE HIGHER, BUT YOU SHOULD ALWAYS
KEEP WITHIN THE LEGALLY PRESCRIBED LIMIT. IF ACCESSORIES FROM
MANUFACTURERS OTHER THAN FROM BOOM TRIKES HAVE BEEN FITTED, IF THE
VEHICLE IS CARRYING HEAVY LOADS, IF IT IS POORLY MAINTAINED, OR IF ROAD AND
WEATHER CONDITIONS D
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RIDING SPEEDS EVEN F
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A trike is a fascinating vehicle It gives its rider a feeling of freedom, with power at his fingertips
However, you should always be aware of and accept the limits which trike riding dictates You
should carry out regular care and maintenance as a matter of course, ensuring that your trike is
always in perfect condition
Take care not only of your trike, but also of yourself When riding, you will only remain in control of
your vehicle if you are healthy and if you feel healthy Substances such as alcohol, drugs of any
kind, including those medically prescribed, should always be kept out of play, all the more so when
you are riding a trike As a trike rider you must always be in top form Consuming even minor
quantities of alcohol increases the likelihood that you will take risks
Riders of trikes and motorcycles should always choose the best in protective gear: At the very least
a full-face helmet, a full leather suit, leather boots and a good pair of gloves should be worn But do
not let your biking gear tempt you into a false sense of security Always remember: a good trike
rider exercises caution Always observe this rule to make sure you keep out of harm's way even if
others make mistakes
A trike is likely to handle in a way which is different to other road vehicles, especially in rainy or bad
weather conditions Only an experienced car driver / motorcycle rider should take charge of a trike
We urgently recommend that you take part in a trike rider's safety course
Before you take your trike out on the road always check:
- Oil and coolant levels
- Tyre pressures
- The amount of fuel in the tank
Before you take your trike out on the road always check the brake fluid level
Also check the vehicle to ensure that it is in roadworthy condition, that the lights are in working
order, and that all external parts are properly secured
Polish chrome parts regularly using an appropriate cleaner, as otherwise the warranty on these
parts of the vehicle will become void All aluminium parts are highly susceptible to corrosion, and
depending on the degree to which the vehicle is exposed to salt in the atmosphere, or to other
corrosive influences, it will require more or less frequent cleaning
As a result of continuous improvement to BOOM trikes, certain details of your trike may deviate
from the specifications contained in this handbook
SAFETY FIRST
The following is a brief guide to safe and carefree everyday riding Your knowledge of
the vehicle and your riding abilities are the key to ensuring that you travel the roads
safely Try the vehicle out on quiet roads with only occasional traffic until you are confident that you
know how to ride the trike well
1 Always wear a helmet
2 When travelling on bad roads ride slowly and with caution
3 Long journeys on wet roads without use of the brakes will cause braking performance to be
weak at first In such road conditions regularly operate the brakes to avoid this effect
4 Do not carry out emergency stops on wet roads, or on loose or slippery surfaces
5 Use of the vehicle on sand, muddy surfaces or on roads in wintery conditions: we recommend
that you regularly clean the brake discs with a light cleaning agent, to avoid dirt collecting in the
perforations which will otherwise accelerate brake pad wear
Note:
When you sell your trike, please e sure to pass this hand ook on to the
new owner
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ONTROLS
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SWITCHGEAR
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WARNING LIGHTS AND INSTRUMENTS
Handle ar controls: (Fig. 1)
Functions:
1 Headlight flasher (at front)
2 Light switch
3 Parking light
4 Dipped beam
5 Main beam
6 Horn
7 Indicator
Fuel tank instruments / standard specifications
(Fig. 2):
1 Ignition switch
2 Water temperature gauge
(standard specifications only)
3 Rear fog light switch
4 Hazard warning light switch
5 Brake fluid warning light
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Instruments
1 Speedometer
2 Tripometer
3 Fuel gauge
4 Flashing light
5 Oil pressure warning light
6 Main beam warning light
7 Alternator / engine fault warning light
8 Tachometer
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NOW YOUR WARNING LIGHTS
A few seconds after you have started the engine the oil pressure warning light (red) should go off If it
stays on, stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level Running the vehicle with
insufficient oil pressure can cause severe damage to the engine
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RAKE FLUID WARNING LIGHT
If this light goes on, top up the brake fluid reservoir to the “Max” marking immediately Take the vehicle
to your nearest BOOM TRIKES dealer or any other specialist dealer to carry out a check on the braking
system Stop the vehicle immediately and have it towed!
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ENGINE FAULT WARNING LIGHT
A few seconds after you have started the engine this light must go off If it does not go off, or if it lights
up while you are riding the vehicle, stop the engine immediately and take the vehicle to your nearest
BOOM TRIKES dealer
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ARKING LOCK
To activate the parking lock, turn the handlebars to the right Insert the key, turning the barrel of the
lock to the right, press and then lock To unlock it, insert the key and proceed in reverse order
(Fig 4)
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ROTECTING YOUR TRIKE AGAINST THEFT
1 Always activate the parking lock and never leave the ignition key unattended in the switch
Obvious though these precautions are, they are equally easy to forget
2 Make sure that your vehicle documents are complete and up to date Carry them with you but
never leave them unattended onboard the vehicle
3 If possible, lock your vehicle in an enclosed garage space
4 Write down your name, address and telephone number in this handbook
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HECKS BEFORE YOU RIDE YOUR TRIKE
Caution: Failure to observe the section "Checks before you ride your trike"
can lead to accidents or damage to the vehicle
Check your trike regularly before you ride it The checks listed below take very little time to
complete and in the long run will save you time and help to protect both your wallet and your life
1 Engine oil level: Check the oil level and if necessary top up
Check the engine for oil leaks
2 Fuel: Always refuel in good time
Check the fuel lines for leaks
3 Front/rear brakes: Check that the brakes are in good working order
Ensure that there are no brake fluid leaks
4 Tyres: Check the tyre pressures and the condition of the tyres
5 Throttle: Ensure throttle action remains smooth when turning the handlebars from lock to lock
6 Lighting equipment and horn: Check that headlamp, tail light, brake light, indicators,
warning lights and horn are in proper working order
Caution: Never let the engine run in an enclosed space. Exhaust fumes
contain poisonous car on monoxide which can lead to a loss of
consciousness and ultimately cause death.
Never press the electric starter button for longer than 5 seconds at a time Always wait for at least
10 seconds before attempting to start the engine again
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UNNING IN
Run the vehicle in over the first 650 miles / 1000 km Use only a moderate throttle during this
period, and do not overrev Vary engine speeds, avoid maintaining them constant
Never use full throttle while running the engine in
Only briefly warm up the engine at idling speed Avoid travelling short distances, as otherwise the
engine will not reach its correct running temperature
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