Freerider FR510GDX(D,Land Ranger XL8) - Manual (Page 15)

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The handlebar lock is operated by a black lever
positioned handlebar (see Fig 18 ). To release the
handlebar from a locked position pull the black lever
upwards, the handlebar will now move freely, but under
mild tension.
To lock the handlebar into a comfortable driving
position, simply push the black lever downwards until
the handlebar is locked firmly into position.
With the combination of the seat adjustments together
with the handlebar movement, you should find a
suitably comfortable driving position.
Warning: Always make certain the handlebar
locking lever is fully down and the handlebar is securely
clamped onto the chrome support plates before driving
your Scooter. For service adjustment of this part, refer
to the Care and Maintenance section of this manual.
Always take great care when going up steep slopes or
kerbs, always lean forward to achieve the best stability
for your scooter.
7. Backrest Height Adjustment: The upper cushion of
your backrest ( see Fig 16 ) can be adjusted for height,
giving you more back support if you are tall, by
operating the small latch at the base of the left hand
round support bar. Lift the cushion up or push down
for the most comfortable position. The headrest will
also lift out for convenience.
8. Lap Safety Belt: Your FR 510-GDX seat is fitted with
a safety belt to prevent you from slipping forwards
under braking conditions or when going down a
slope or over obstacles, always use it - even for short
journeys.
HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT
The handlebar of your FR 510-GDX is designed
to allow you to position it in a comfortable driving
position. It can be locked into numerous positions or
unlocked to move freely for transportation.
FIG 12
Warning: Both stop bolts must be positioned in the
same position for the backrest to be fully supported,
failure to observe this warning may distort the backrest
frame.
Warning: The rearward stability of your scooter
will be reduced the greater the backrest is set past 90°.
FIG 13
Warning: When lowering the arm make certain
clothing or fingers are not positioned under it.
4. Seat Slide Adjustment: ( Fig 12 ). Located on the right
front side of the seat. This lever allows you to adjust
your seat forwards and backwards when sitting on the
seat. Simply pull up the lever and move in the desired
position backwards by pushing or forward by hitching.
As soon as the lever is released, the seat will lock into
the new position.
Caution: Test that the seat has fully locked by
hitching backwards and forwards.
Warning: Do not carry out this operation when your
Scooter is moving, first stop apply the brakes and then
carry out the seat positioning.
FR 510-GDX SEAT:
The seat as fitted to your FR510-GDX Scooter, has a
fold down backrest ( see Fig 13 ). The seat has two height
positions. Your Freerider distributor will position the
seat to allow you the most comfortable driving position.
5. Seat Height Adjustment: You may need to alter the
seat height setting at a later date, please follow these
instructions.
2. With the aid of a 17mm spanner (not supplied)
loosen the 10mm seat clamp fixing bolt.
FIG 14
6. Backrest Angle Adjustment: For a comfortable driving
position the backrest of your seat can be adjusted to one
of the four fixed positions by moving the stop bolt
located in each side hinge bracket ( see Fig 15 ). The
left hinge bracket is marked 90°. 100°, 105° and
120° with corresponding hole positions.
With the aid of a 4mm hexagon key and a 9mm
spanner (not provided) remove and reposition the stop
bolt from each of the two hinge brackets, into the
appropriate angled position.
Retighten each bolt and locknut making certain the
two bolts are located in exactly the same position on
either side.
FIG 15
FIG 16
FIG 17
FIG 18
The lap belt can be adjusted on one side to fit
comfortably around your waist. To fit simply connect
the two buckles together ( see Fig17 ) until a distinct
‘click’ is heard. To remove simply ‘press’ the red buckle
and the two belts will separate. Caution: Care should
be taken when the belt is not in use, it should be
connected together and placed in the centre of the
seat cushion. Failure to observe this notice could lead
to the two buckles falling onto and damaging the
bodywork, catching a person or foreign body.
3. Remove the 10mm fixing bolt and reposition the
bolt into one of the two preferred location holes
of the seat mounting tube ( see Fig 14 ).
4. Re-tighten the 10mm fixing bolt. Refit the seat
onto your FR 510-GDX Scooter. Warning: Do not
have the seat set too high, you must be able to
place both feet firmly on the Scooter’s floor area.
Stability will be reduced the higher your seat is set
on the mounting tube. Always take great care when
cornering, lean into the corner to achieve the best
stability from your Scooter.
1. Remove your seat from the Scooter by lifting the
seat locking lever and lifting the seat clear of the
vehicle.
Note: your seat can only for safety reasons be
removed when it is turned 90° to the right or left
from the straight ahead driving position. Please take
care when lifting heavy weights. Place your seat on
a soft clean work area.