Gaius Rapide 3 Series Owner's Manual

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Version:2024.09

Manufacturer GAIUS AUTOMOTIVE INC.

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7th Floor, No. 299, Gaotie 1st Rd., Wuri Dist., Taichung City 414, Taiwan

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+886-4-2338-6655

www.gaiusauto.com

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Page 1 Gaius Rapide 3 Series Owner's Manual Standard cargo bed www.gaiusauto.com Version:2024.09 Manufacturer GAIUS AUTOMOTIVE INC. Address 7th Floor, No. 299, Gaotie 1st Rd., Wuri Dist., Taichung City 414, Taiwan Telephone +886-4-2338-6655 Copyright Gaius Automotive Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Page 2: Applicable Model
Applicable Model- Applicable Model- Rapide 3 Standard Series Rapide 3 Canopy Series Rapide 3 SL 3BS-BRB2-GA1 3RS-BBB2-GA1 Rapide 3 SS 3BL-BBB2-GA1 3RS-BRB2-GA1 3BS-BYA2-GA1 3BL-BRB2-GA1 3RL-BBB2-GA1 3BS-BBB2-GA1 3BL-BYA2-GA1 3RL-BRB2-GA1...
Page 3 Gaius Automotive reserves the right to make changes at any time, and informs the owner by means of an announcement on its own website without written notice.
Page 4: Precautions For Safe Driving
▌ Precautions for safe driving Rapide 3 electric tricycle is a motorcycle, and you must have a motorcycle driver license to drive. • Be sure to follow the instructions below before driving Rapide 3: • Never drive your vehicle when under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs, or in case of physical discomfort.
Page 5 Gaius Automotive reserves the right to adjust warranty policy. New vehicle warranty Non-consumable parts Gaius Automotive offers a 2 years or 60,000 kilometers warranty for the 90 days or up to 1 year warranty from the date of installation or delivery of new vehicle, whichever comes ﬁrst.
Page 6: Warranty Exceptions
Use oil or parts that are not supplied by Gaius, do not conform to Any damage caused by improper use in violation of the Owner's speciﬁcations, or are not of the speciﬁed speciﬁcations or grades.
Page 7 In such cases, Gaius Automotive Inc. will not be held responsible. We recommend that the outlet, circuit breaker, and wiring in the charging area be able to carry a 200-240V, current of 20 amps, and be certiﬁed in accordance with relevant regulations.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Vehicle stickers..................... 6 Location of vehicle parts................8 Vehicle status indicator/warning light............ 17 Table of Contents Inspection before driving................34 Starting and driving................... 36 Canopy usage instructions............... 41 Cargo box type.................... 42 Cargo box usage instruction.
Page 9: Vehicle Stickers
Vehicle stickers ▌ Vehicle stickers Rearview mirror Rapide 3 Standard Series instruction sticker Stickers inside the cargo Electric Tilt Lock (ETL)/ Electric parking brake (EPB) operation warning sticker Tire pressure sticker (left side) Keep clear sticker Foot warning sticker...
Page 10 Vehicle stickers ▌ Vehicle stickers Rearview mirror Rapide 3 Canopy Series instruction sticker Stickers inside the cargo Electric Tilt Lock (ETL)/ Electric parking brake (EPB) operation warning sticker Tire pressure sticker (left side) Keep clear sticker Foot warning sticker...
Page 11: Location Of Vehicle Parts
Location of vehicle parts ▌ Location of vehicle parts Left side view- Rapide 3 Standard Series Headlight assembly Windshield AC charging port Rear view mirrors Seat cushion Seatback Cargo box* Tail light assembly DC charging port (optional) High voltage battery pack ETL system Braking system −...
Page 12 Location of vehicle parts Left side view- Rapide 3 Canopy Series Headlight assembly Windshield AC charging port Rear view mirrors Seat cushion Seatback Cargo box* Tail light assembly DC charging port (optional) High voltage battery pack ETL system Braking system −...
Page 13 Location of vehicle parts Right side view-Rapide 3 Standard Series Headlight assembly Windshield Rear view mirrors Seat cushion Seatback Cargo box* Tail light assembly Tilt system Foot brake controller Braking system − Dual front disc brakes with ABS. − Disc brake system. −...
Page 14 Location of vehicle parts Right side view-Rapide 3 Canopy Series Headlight assembly Windshield Rear view mirrors Seat cushion Seatback Cargo box* Tail light assembly Tilt system Foot brake controller Braking system − Dual front disc brakes with ABS. − Disc brake system. −...
Page 15 Location of vehicle parts Top view-Rapide 3 Standard Series 12V battery (inside of bodywork) 5V USB charging port/12V socket Brake master cylinder Right grip assembly − Drive mode selector button. − Cargo box unlocking button. (if equipped) − POWER button. −...
Page 16 Location of vehicle parts Top view-Rapide 3 Canopy Series 12V battery (inside of bodywork) 5V USB charging port/12V socket Brake master cylinder Right grip assembly − Drive mode selector button. − Cargo box unlocking button. (if equipped) − POWER button. −...
Page 17: Front Instrument Panel
Location of vehicle parts Front instrument panel ETL switch, hereafter referred to as ETL switch 12V power socket EPB switch, hereafter referred to as EPB switch USB powr socket Smart keycard sensor area CAUTION NOTE Both the 12V power socket and USB power socket can be used for charging devices.
Page 18 Location of vehicle parts Left grip assembly Up key − In Menu, use to move selection up. − In setting, use it to make the value +1. front view − It is inoperative if not in Menu. − Activate wiper. (Press again to slow down) Available to Rapide 3 Canopy Series Rightward/OK key...
Page 19 Location of vehicle parts Right grip assembly Drive mode select button − While pulling either brake lever, press up and release to switch to D (forward) mode. − While pulling either brake lever, press down and release to switch to R (reverse) mode. −...
Page 20: Vehicle Status Indicator/Warning Light
Vehicle status indicator/warning light ▌ Vehicle status indicator/warning light Dashboard description Speedometer Information bar − Weather − Time − Date Warning light/indicator Network/Bluetooth signal bar Today's trip Battery power Regen battery recharging level Estimated mileage remaining Drive mode indicator Vehicle status indicators −...
Page 21 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Warning light/indicator description Warning light Icon Name of Indicators Color Description Motor or battery overheat warning When the warning light comes on, it indicates that the 48V battery light temperature or the motor temperature is too high. When the warning light comes on, it indicates that the TPMS tire pressure TPMS tire pressure warning light Yellow...
Page 22 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Indicator Icon Name of Indicators Color Description • When the EPB electric parking brake is locked: The indicator remains on. EPB electric parking brake indicator • When the EPB electric parking brake is abnormal/faulty: The indicator light keeps ﬂashing.
Page 23: Drive Mode Indicator
Vehicle status indicator/warning light Drive mode indicator Item Icon Color Description STANDBY indicator White Enter STANDBY mode after keycard veriﬁed. N indicator Green Vehicle is powered up and in Neutral mode. D indicator White Vehicle is powered up and in D (forward) mode. R indicator Orange Vehicle is powered up and in R (reverse) mode.
Page 24 Vehicle status indicator/warning light A red warning band appears on the left or right side of the dashboard to indicate the tilting direction of the vehicle while moving. As shown in the following ﬁgure: 08:35 08:35 18°C 06/02 18°C 06/02 Good morning , Mr.Joe Good morning , Mr.Joe 58km...
Page 25: Enter Menu Mode
Vehicle status indicator/warning light Enter menu mode When the vehicle is in STANDBY and N mode, long press the left button to enter menu mode. 08:35 18°C 06/02 08:35 18°C 06/02 58km Home TODAY Cargo Box 0012345 km 065 km 58km TODAY Gear: STANDBY...
Page 26 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Menu mode: Vehicle Upon entering the 'Vehicle' menu, you can access the following content: Basic Info Basic Info Scan QR code to read Owner's Manual. Service Service Vehicle Vehicle Daily records Daily records Vehicle：Basic Info Basic Info Scan QR code to read Owner's Manual.
Page 27 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Basic Info Basic Info Cumulative time 00h00m �� Next service at date Energy Usage 0000/00/00 Fr o n t Next service at km Odometer Service Service Vehicle Vehicle 0000km 0 km Version Days of ownership V00.00 ��...
Page 28 Menu mode: Settings Upon entering the "Settings" menu, you can conﬁgure the following content: Trip Background Trip Auto Off Cargo Box Lock (Setting for Gaius digital lock only) Background Volume Auto Oﬀ Setting Restore factory settings Scroll down for more options...
Page 29 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Menu mode: Settings 1. Mileage Upon entering 'Mileage,' you can reset the following content: Today's trip : 60 km Today's trip : 60 km Trip Trip Reset to 00:00pm at midnight. Reset to 00:00pm at midnight. Trip A reset Trip A reset Background...
Page 30 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Menu mode: Settings 2. Background Upon entring 'Background,' you can set up the background mode. Trip Trip Day mode Day mode Background Night mode Background Night mode Press the right button to enter Automatic Automatic Auto Oﬀ Auto Oﬀ...
Page 31 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Menu mode: Settings 3. Auto shutdown Upon entering 'Auto Shutdown,' you can set up the timeframe for the vehicle to automatically power off. Trip 1 min Trip 1 min 3 mins 3 mins Background Background Press the right button to enter 5 mins 5 mins...
Page 32 1 min 8 mins Scroll down for more options 3 mins 10 mins 5 mins Disable Scroll up for more options CAUTION Setting for Gaius's digital lock only. CargoBox 8 mins Lock Volume 10 mins Disable Setting...
Page 33 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Menu mode: Settings 5. Audio Upon entering "Audio", you can adjust the display according to your preference. CargoBox CargoBox High High Lock Lock Volume Medium Volume Medium Press the right button to enter Setting Setting the next level. Select volume：...
Page 34 To resume riding, please reduce the cargo load until the indicator goes off. Cargo box open (Setting for Gaius digital lock only) When the cargo box is open, the indicator light ﬂashes orange until the cargo box is securely closed.
Page 35 Vehicle status indicator/warning light Cargo Box Loading Explanation The white part of the left side Loading bar represents the degree of loading: 載重程度 /回充強度 08:35 08:35 18°C 06/02 18°C 06/02 58km 58km TODAY TODAY 0012345 km 065 km 0012345 km 065 km No load Light load...
Page 36 Vehicle status indicator/warning light 08:35 18°C 06/02 58km Battery TODAY Overload 0012345 km 065 km Overloaded Loading displays a steady white light, 3 bars. The cargo box overload icon ﬂashes orange.
Page 37: Inspection Before Driving
Inspection before driving ▌ Inspection before driving Inspection before driving Appearance inspection Lighting system inspection • Check for loose or damaged panels, and remove any foreign objects • Make sure that headlights and turn signal lights are operating properly. stuck in the vehicle. •...
Page 38 Preparations before driving Preparations before driving- Rapide 3 Standard Series When driving, pay attention to your surroundings. Adjust the angles of the two rear view mirrors to the maximum viewing angle. Place your feet on the footrest. Always grab the two grips with your hands ﬁrmly. Relax your shoulders.
Page 39: Starting And Driving
To unlock the vehicle using the smart keycard, place it near the sensor Once the welcome screen cycle concludes, the system will conduct area until the screen activates, at which point it will show the "GAIUS" a self-diagnosis. It will then transition into STANDBY mode once it welcome screen...
Page 40: Driving Forward
Starting and driving Driving forward After pressing the brake and POWER button , the system will To release the EPB and the ETL systems, press down on the EPB & ETL switches. switch to READY N mode CAUTION To ensure vehicle stability, make sure your feet are on the ground to stabilize the vehicle before unlocking.
Page 41: Driving Backward
Starting and driving Driving backward Pull the brake lever and press the drive mode selector button In READY N mode, pull the brake lever and press the drive mode selector downwards to enter READY R mode button upwards to enter READY D mode Place your feet on the pedal and turn the grip slightly backward with Place your feet on the pedal and turn the grip slightly backward with your right hand to drive backward.
Page 42 EPB and ETL systems. This ensures the safety of both the vehicle and pedestrians, and prevents any potential rolling. • If the issue persists, please promptly reach out to an authorized Gaius service shop or contact your salesperson for further assistance.
Page 43 Starting and driving Precautions during driving • Ensure there is ample space on both sides of the vehicle when making a turn, as the turning radius is 2.5m. • Avoid sudden changes in drive mode while in motion. Only switch modes when the vehicle is completely stationary. •...
Page 44: Canopy Usage Instructions
Canopy usage instructions ▌ Canopy usage instructions The primary function of the long windshield is to block wind and rain. Please refrain from placing items on top of it. It is prohibited to stick or place items in the riding visibility area that may obstruct the view.
Page 45: Cargo Box Type
Cargo box type ▌ Cargo box type BYA2...
Page 46 Cargo box type ▌ Cargo box type BRB2...
Page 47 Cargo box type ▌ Cargo box type BBB2...
Page 48: Cargo Box Usage Instruction
Cargo box usage instruction ▌ Cargo box usage instruction The cargo box is designed to carry goods weighing up to 125 kg, and it is strictly prohibited to overload it. When using the cargo box, please consider the following: • Load heavy cargo from the bottom to the top and from the front to the rear of the box. Distribute the weight evenly to maintain a balanced vehicle body. •...
Page 49: Wipers And Washer
Wipers and Washer ▌ Wipers and Washer Wiper Usage Instructions When starting the vehicle, you can operate the wipers and washer using Front view the four-way buttons on the left handle. • Upper button - Quick swipe; press again to stop swiping. •...
Page 50 Wipers and Washer Add Water to the Wiper Washer Reservoir Lift the panel by pulling the upper recess. Open the reservoir lid to add water.
Page 51: High Voltage Battery
If this situation arises, promptly contact an authorized Gaius service shop or your salesperson for assistance.
Page 52: Low Battery Mode
High voltage battery Low battery mode Regen kinetic energy recharging When the battery reaches critically low levels, the system will notify the The vehicle's regenerative braking system replenishes the battery during rider through various alerts based on the remaining power: braking and off-throttle deceleration.
Page 53: Charging Mode
Charging mode ▌ Charging mode occurrence Auxiliary Instructions Status Reasons for Charging • The screen turns off automatically after a Vehicle enters charging Charging 30-second timeout and can be reactivated by Please keep the vehicle stationary. state pressing any of the four-way control buttons. 00 hr 00 min remaining.
Page 54: Vehicle Cleaning And Maintenance
Vehicle cleaning and maintenance ▌ Vehicle cleaning and maintenance Precausions when washing the vehicle • Be sure to stop all charging operations and ﬁrmly close the charging port cover before cleaning. • Wait until the brake discs have cooled down before cleaning the vehicle with cold or warm water.
Page 55: Periodic Inspection And Maintenance
Periodic inspection and maintenance ▌ Periodic inspection and maintenance • Visit the Gaius original manufacturer or an authorized Gaius service shop for the initial inspection and maintenance after 3,000 kilometers or 1 month from delivery (whichever comes ﬁrst). • Schedule regular maintenance and inspection at the Gaius original manufacturer or an authorized Gaius service shop after 5,000 kilometers or 6 months (whichever comes ﬁrst).
Page 56: Vehicle Specification Information
Vehicle speciﬁcation information ▌ Vehicle specification information Vehicle size-Rapide 3 Standard Series 3BS-BBB2- 3BS-BRB2- 3BS-BYA2- 3BL-BBB2- 3BL-BRB2- 3BL-BYA2- Model name Rapide 3 SL Rapide 3 SS Length 2,500 mm Width (excluding rear view mirrors) 1,032 mm Height (unladen vehicle) 1785mm 1830mm 1850mm Minimum turning radius...
Page 57 Vehicle speciﬁcation information Vehicle size-Rapide 3 Canopy Series Model name 3RS-BBB2-GA1 3RS-BRB2-GA1 3RL-BBB2-GA1 3RL-BRB2-GA1 Length 2,500 mm Width (excluding rear view mirrors) 1,032 mm Height (unladen vehicle) 1950mm Minimum turning radius 2.5 m Track width (rear) 820 mm Wheel base 1820 mm Dashboard size 10.3"...
Page 58: Suspension System
Vehicle speciﬁcation information ▌ Vehicle specification information (All Series) Wheel Braking system Braking system ABS+CBS Material Aluminum alloy Aluminum alloy Braking type Disc braking Size 17" 13" Front Rear Tire Caliper piston 4-piston radial-mount Single-piston ﬂoating caliper caliper Front Rear External diameter of 280 mm 230 mm...
Page 59: Common Problem And Troubleshooting
Identiﬁcation failure Conﬁrm if the correct smart keycard is being used. Unable to start the vehicle Go to authorized Gaius service shop for repair as soon There is a malfunction in POWER button as possible. Enter READY mode, pull the brake lever and press The drive mode is not in D (forward) the drive mode selector button upwards to enter D.
Page 60 12V battery voltage is abnormal inspection as soon as possible. There is a malfunction in the motor Stop driving and contact authorized Gaius service shop indicator comes on in dashboard for inspection and repair as soon as possible. The motor is in emergency operating mode...
Page 61 Common problem and troubleshooting Dash notice Item Description Color Solutions ��°C 08:35 08:35 ��/�� :�� Unplug the charger or shut down the Charging notice Orange vehicle to begin charging. ��°C ��/�� :�� Locked EPB notice Green EPB locked. ��/�� °C ��:��...
Page 62 Common problem and troubleshooting Item Description Color Solutions 08:35 08:35 ��°C Please ride within the speed limit to help the battery cool ��/�� :�� Battery Protection Mode. Speed limited to 40 km/h. down efﬁciently. Overheat warning Orange 08:35 08:35 ��°C Please keep the vehicle stationary for a period until the ��/��...

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