Brammo Empulse User manual

Owner’s Manual

Manual del Propietario

69406544 Revision A.00

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a Brammo Empulse

Thorough familiarity with your Empulse and its features will provide you with enhanced control and

enjoyment when you ride it. Please take the time to read this owner’s manual and familiarize yourself with all

the information that we have prepared for you before riding your new Brammo Empulse. The manual

contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction

from your Empulse’s capabilities.

The manual also contains information on maintenance to enhance operating safety and contribute to

maintaining the value of your Brammo Empulse throughout its life.

We wish you an enjoyable riding experience.

Brammo Inc.

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Introduction

2Introduction

Introduction

USING THIS MANUAL

For your own safety, follow the instructions and warnings contained

in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to your

Empulse or personal injury to you or others. Damage caused by

failing to follow instructions is not covered by the Empulse’s

warranty.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have

provided operating procedures in this manual. Within these

procedures you will find the following alerts to emphasize specific

information.

Note: A note provides useful supporting information and sometimes

suggests how to make better use of your Empulse.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards

associated with operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You must

use your own good judgment.

Keep this manual with your Empulse as a reference for safe and

enjoyable riding. Should you resell your Empulse, please pass this

manual on to the next owner.

NOTES ABOUT THIS MANUAL

All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of

printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at Brammo, we

reserve the right to make changes at any time, without notice and

without obligation.

All material in this manual, including, but not limited to, text, data,

graphics, logos, and images, is owned and controlled by Brammo,

Inc., and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual

property rights. Material in the manual is made available solely for

your personal, non-commercial use and may not be copied,

reproduced, republished, modified, uploaded, posted, transmitted,

or distributed in any way, including by e-mail or other electronic

means, without the express prior written consent of Brammo, Inc.,

for each instance. You may use material made available from the

manual for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that

you keep intact any and all copyright and other proprietary notices

that may appear on such materials.

WARNING

A warning alerts you to potential hazards that could result in either

injury to you or others, or damage to your Empulse. Always heed this

information.

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Table of Contents

Contents 3

Motorcycle Safety ................................................................................ 4

Important safety information you should know, plus a look at the safety-

related labels on your motorcycle.

Controls and Instruments ................................................................. 7

The location and function of indicators, gauges, and controls on your

Empulse, plus operating instructions for various controls and features,

including setting the clock.

Before Riding ....................................................................................... 16

The importance of wearing a helmet and other protective gear, how to

make sure you and your Empulse are ready to ride, and important

information about loading.

Basic Operation and Riding............................................................ 20

Powering up the Empulse in Drive mode, selecting a gear, braking,

disabling the Drive system, turning the Empulse off, and parking.

Charging and Battery Care ............................................................. 30

Batteries, the Battery Management System (BMS), and charging

information. Using the supplied charging cable and EV charging

stations to charge the Empulse.

Servicing and Maintaining Your Empulse................................. 36

Why your Empulse needs regular maintenance, what you need to know

before servicing your Empulse, an owner maintenance schedule, and

instructions for specific maintenance and adjustment items.

Storage and Transportation........................................................... 73

How to store and transport your Empulse.

Taking Care of the Unexpected.................................................... 75

What to do if you have a flat tire, blown fuse, or in case of an accident.

Also a listing of warnings and error codes reported by your Empulse and

what they mean.

Technical Information...................................................................... 88

Locating the identification numbers for your Empulse and system

specifications.

Warranty and Customer Information ......................................... 94

Information on the Warranty, Roadside Assistance, contacting Brammo,

and Reporting Safety Defects to NHTSA.

Maintenance Record......................................................................... 99

A record of all the scheduled maintenance that has been performed on

your Empulse.

Index..................................................................................................... 103

A useful list of alphabetically sorted references.

Notes .................................................................................................... 107

An area to record any information you need to remember or reference.

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Important Information

4Motorcycle Safety

Motorcycle Safe tyImportant Information

SAFETY FIRST

Your Empulse will provide many years of service and pleasure if you

take responsibility for your own safety and understand the

challenges you can experience while riding.

Always Wear a Helmet – It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly

reduce the number and severity of head injuries. Always wear an

approved motorcycle helmet. We also recommend that you wear

eye protection, sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective gear.

Take Time to Learn and Practice – Even if you have ridden other

motorcycles, take time to become familiar with how this Empulse

works and handles. Practice in a safe area until you build your skills

and get accustomed to the Empulse’s size and weight. Because

accidents often involve inexperienced or untrained riders, we urge

all riders to take a government-certified riding course.

Ride Defensively – The most frequent motorcycle collision happens

when an oncoming car turns left in front of a motorcycle. Another

common situation is a car moving suddenly into a motorcyclist's

lane. Always pay attention to other vehicles around you, and do not

assume that other drivers see you. Be prepared to stop quickly or

make an evasive maneuver.

Make Yourself Easy to See – Some drivers do not see motorcycles

because they are not looking for them. To make yourself more

visible, wear bright, reflective clothing, position yourself so other

drivers can see you, signal before turning or changing lanes, and use

your horn when it will help others notice you.

Ride within Your Limits – Pushing limits is another major cause of

motorcycle accidents. Never ride beyond your personal abilities or

faster than conditions warrant. Remember that alcohol, drugs,

fatigue, and inattention can significantly reduce your ability to make

good judgments and ride safely.

Don’t Drink and Ride – Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one drink

can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your

reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink

and ride, and don’t let your friends drink and ride, either.

Keep Your Empulse in a Safe Condition – It’s important to keep

your Empulse properly maintained and in safe riding condition. To

help avoid problems, inspect your Empulse before every ride and

perform all recommended maintenance. Never exceed load limits,

and do not modify your Empulse or install accessories that would

make your Empulse unsafe.

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Important Information

Motorcycle Safety 5

ACCESSORIES AND MODIFICATIONS

Modifying your Empulse or using non-Brammo accessories can

make your Empulse unsafe. Before you consider making any

modification or adding an accessory, be sure to read the following

information.

Accessories

We strongly recommend that you only use Brammo accessories that

have been specifically designed and tested for your Empulse.

Because Brammo cannot test all other accessories, you must be

personally responsible for the proper selection, installation, and use

of non-Brammo accessories.

Check with your Brammo Authorized Dealer for assistance and

always follow these guidelines:

•Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, reduce

ground clearance, limit lean angle, limit suspension travel or

steering travel, alter your riding position, or interfere with

operating any controls.

•Do not add any electrical equipment that will exceed the

Empulse’s electrical system capacity. A blown fuse can cause a

loss of lights or motor power.

•Do not pull a trailer or sidecar with your Empulse. This Empulse

was not designed for these attachments, and their use can

seriously impair your Empulse’s handling.

Modifications

We strongly advise you not to remove any original equipment or

modify your Empulse in any way that would change its design or

operation. Such changes could seriously impair your Empulse’s

handling, stability, and braking, making it unsafe to ride.

Removing or modifying your lights or other equipment can also

make your Empulse illegal.

WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications can cause a crash in which

you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding accessories

and modifications.

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Important Information

6Motorcycle Safety

SAFETY LABELS

Safety labels on your Empulse either warn you of potential hazards

that could cause serious injury or provide important safety

information. Read these labels carefully and don’t remove them.

Note: If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your

Brammo Authorized Dealer for a replacement.

Emissions Compliance Label

When applicable, the emissions compliance label is attached to the

left side of the frame by the suspension forks.

Certification Label

The certification label is attached to the right side of the frame by

the suspension forks. The certification label shows the VIN, date of

manufacture, recommended “Cold” tire pressures and, gross vehicle

weights.

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Location of Controls

Controls and Instruments 7

Controls and Inst rumentsLocation of Controls

HANDLEBARS

1. Headlight high beam flash

2. Headlight high/low beam

3. Ignition switch

4. On/Off switch

5. Front brake

6. Throttle

7. Start button

Operating mode (Normal/Sport)

8. Horn

9. Turn signals

10. Clutch

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Location of Controls

8Controls and Instruments

OTHER CONTROLS

1. Rear brake pedal

2. Gear shifter

3. Kickstand

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