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  • Page 1 2013 recumbent technology Operating manual and service instructions January 2013 Velotechnik www.hpvelotechnik.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents General safety instructions How to ride correctly and safely – 26 Quick release levers – 27 Intended use – 3 Brakes – 28 The first miles – 3 Gear system – 30 Load capacity – 3 Lighting system – 31 Carrying luggage –...
  • Page 3 Important: Please send us the attached warranty registration form for your extended warranty (see page 64.) This guide helps you to keep your Scorpion fs 26 in perfect condition so you will always experience maximum fun, comfort and safety.
  • Page 4 The manuals of component manufacturers The instructions in this manual apply only to a such as the brake manufacturer, the gear sys- completely assembled Scorpion fs 26 with tem manufacturer, and the pedal manufacturer standard parts from the series production of also belong to this manual.They give detailed...

  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    General safety instructions Intended use Load capacity Your Scorpion fs 26 is a tricycle for the use on It is important to adjust the spring stiffness of streets and paved roads. the suspension according to the load, see the chapter about adjusting the suspension in this This tricycle is not designed for the use in rac- manual, page 17.

  • Page 6: Transport In The Car

    General safety instructions Final assembly The load should be placed as close to the body of the rider as possible, since this results Your trike has been delivered to your special- in better riding performance.You can also im- ist dealer only partly assembled. prove the handling of the trike by positioning the center of gravity of the luggage as low as Your dealer has carefully finished the assembly,...

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions (Bike)

    Do not take kids with you In most countries, including Germany and the The Scorpion fs 26 is not designed for the UK, two independent braking systems are re- transport of children.You are not allowed to quired.

  • Page 8: Added Parts And Accessories

    Caution! You are not allowed to perform Fairings any work on the parts of the tricycle, espe- As a front fairing for the Scorpion fs 26, you cially frame, fork, handlebar and seat, which may use the Streamer fairing offered by HP might endanger their solidity.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions (S-Pedelec)

    Do not take kids with you Legal requirements The Scorpion fs 26 is not designed for the According to law, the Scorpion fs 26 is not a transport of children.You are not allowed to bike but a motor vehicle class L2E (three- mount a child's seat.

  • Page 10: No Alteration Of Parts

    Safety instructions (S-Pedelec) No alteration of parts The following parts are only allowed to be ex- changed by parts including design approval: Caution! You are not allowed to perform any work on the parts of the tricycle, espe- tires (see p. 58) ●...

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Leg Length

    Adjusting the leg length Before the first ride: adjusting your Adjusting the leg length: moving the new Scorpion fs 26 front boom Your position on the Scorpion fs26 is essential In order to adjust the leg length you have to...
  • Page 12 Adjusting the leg length Adjust the front boom in a way that your leg For riders with short leg length the front is fully extended when your heel (wearing flat boom has to be cut by a bicycle mechanic, so shoes) is in the foremost position on the ped- it can be inserted maximum possible.
  • Page 13 The plastic bush between front boom and main frame must be The rear end of the front boon must never be visible in the visible at all time. clamping slot. Caution! The minimum insertion depth of the front boom into the main frame is 8 cm (3 1/5").The end of the front boom must not be visible in the clamping slot when you look at the main frame from below, since...
  • Page 14 After moving the bottom bracket tube your dealer has to adjust the chain length. By default the Scorpion fs 26 comes with a very long chain so the adjustment range of the tricycle can be fully used without the need to lengthen the chain.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Seat Position

    ® far back when you are in the most upright po- your Scorpion fs 26 is the possibility to adjust sition, or when you hit the upper seat edge the seat back angle very quickly. For beginners with the back of your head when you look up- or rides in the city you can choose an upright wards.
  • Page 16 Adjusting the seat position Adjusting the lumbar support Adjusting the seat back angle is easy when you push the seat back with your hands on the The BodyLink seat is ergonomically shaped ® backside close to the seat mounting into the and supports the natural S-curve of your desired position.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Handlebars

    Adjusting the handlebars Adjusting the handlebar angle Danger! If the handlebar grips are adjusted By changing the angle of the handlebars you pointing too far forward or too wide, your can adjust the position of the grip to the hands or the brake levers can touch the length of your upper body and your arms.

  • Page 18: Handlebar Grips

    In case your Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with long handlebars, there is a screw as well as a You can make smaller adjustments by moving quick release at the left handlebar’s clamp.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Suspension

    Adjusting the suspension Purpose of suspension adjustment Suspension and damping Your Scorpion fs 26 is suspended on all three The suspension system of the rear swing arm wheels.This system compensates bumps on consists of a spring and a damper. the road to make riding more comfortable and to reduce stress for your tricycle.
  • Page 20 That way your luggage is also fully suspended You can ride the Scorpion fs 26 with a consid- and it spares the material. Most notably, even erably lower damping rate than for example a...
  • Page 21 For the rear suspension of the Scorpion fs 26 trike is unloaded as well as while sitting on the a spring element is combined with a hydraulic tricycle in riding position.
  • Page 22 Adjusting the suspension Danger! Take care that the rear wheel or mudguard or suspension element never hit the frame, seat, rear rack or luggage box while the suspension is fully compressed. Therefore relax the spring completely by turning the spring retention disc on the thread of the spring element as far as possi- ble (before this, push the possibly existing safety spring ring from its slot in the thread-...
  • Page 23 Air shock DT.S XM180 Recommended pressure settings WISS Please follow the instructions in the separate load pressure manual provided by the rear shock manufac- up to 80 kg (183 lbs) 7.5 bar turer. up to 110 kg (242 lbs) 9.0 bar This rear shock contains pressurized air in a main („positive“) air chamber as suspension up to 140 kg (308 lbs)
  • Page 24 By improving the road surface pression.Turning the knob in direction of the contact the suspension of the Scorpion fs 26 „+“ will give you more damping and thus slow- also increases your riding safety.
  • Page 25 In addition to the suspended rear swing arm, struts. For further instructions, please see the the Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with a suspend- chapter "Maintenance and Care" on page 48. ed front axle. It is designed as a so called McPherson strut.That means, the left (or right)

  • Page 26: Learning The New Riding Technique

    Learning the new riding technique Learning the new riding technique Keep all three wheels on the ground while rid- ing. If you are cornering too fast, your trike Your new tricycle has been assembled by your can be upset and fall over. Lean into curves dealer and adjusted together with you as de- when turning sharply.

  • Page 27: Wear Protective Clothing

    Wear protective clothing Use clipless pedals Riding a tricycle is a potentially dangerous The pedals of your Scorpion fs 26 can be up- sport where accidents can happen even when graded on demand with a binding system. As you take care of every safety instruction pre- soon as you are comfortable with riding your scribed.

  • Page 28: Slowly Increase The Strain

    Strain, Riding freehand,Way of riding Slowly increase the strain Your pedaling cadence should stay between 80-100 revolutions per minute and not fall be- We recommend you to perform only short low 60 revolutions when going uphill. If neces- rides without much power during the first sary have your specialist dealer adjust the gear weeks.

  • Page 29: Quick Release Levers

    Way of Riding, Quick release levers In the second half of the lever's movement the Caution! Always carry your tricycle over force on the leer should increase considerably, stairs and curb stones. Do not ride through corresponding in the end to 15-20 kg (46 lbs). big road holes.

  • Page 30: Brakes

    Do not brake in a bend, always brake before a bend. Braking increases the risk of slipping. The Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with a power- Especially when it is wet the rear wheel imme- ful high-quality braking system. Please read the...

  • Page 31: Parking Brake

    Check before every ride: Danger! Always make sure that the disc and brake pads are free of oil and grease. If these that the braking system does not have any da ● parts are dirty please do not use your tricy- mages or leaks by activating the lever, holding cle.You can clean oily discs with alcohol or a it and checking the hose connections for...

  • Page 32: Gear System

    Your Scorpion fs 26 comes standard with a de- chain has properly shifted ("overshift"). railleur gear or with a internal hub gear sys- tem.The following section refers to the de-...

  • Page 33: Lighting System

    You switch on the tire dynamo by pressing the red button.To For the Scorpion fs 26, HP V offers ELOTECHNIK switch off the dynamo move it away from the wheel.
  • Page 34 Hub dynamo S–Pedelec The lighting system with a hub dynamo is The Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec lighting system is switched on electrically. For this purpose you supplied with 12 V DC out of the propulsion will find a switch on the back of the rear light system’s accumulator.

  • Page 35: Folding

    Folding the frame Your Scorpion fs 26 folding hinge features a Grab the main tube behind the front boom snap-in function. It makes folding easier and clamps with your right hand and the seat stay prevents the frame from folding even when the of the swingarm with your left hand.
  • Page 36 Unfolding To unfold and reassemble your trike, please follow the steps above in the opposite order. Make sure that after unfolding the quick release lever rests on the front frame part. Else the snap-in mechanism will not work pro- perly. Lift the folding hinge until the securing tab snaps in noticeably.

  • Page 37: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and care Brakes Your Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with the latest The brake pads suffer from wear due to fric- bicycle technology that does not require much tion and have to be exchanged then. maintenance. Depending on riding conditions, they can last...

  • Page 38: Brakes

    Hydraulic disc brakes Hydraulic disc brakes on the Scorpion fs 26 feature a fully automatic pad wear adjustment. Brake pads and discs are subject to wear, therefore regularly check the thickness of your brake pads and discs and replace them if nec- essary.

  • Page 39: Gear System

    Gear system Gear System Danger! If the trike falls over, the derailleur Please read the manual of the gear system ma- or its mounting can be bent which results in nufacturer carefully before working on the a change of the derailleur movement range. gear system.

  • Page 40: Chain

    Diligent lubrication is important.The chain of your tires and can damage it.While lubricat- your Scorpion fs 26 is approximately 2.5 times ing cover the surrounding area. longer than a standard bicycle chain (approxi- mately 3.8 m).
  • Page 41 Changing the chain The chain length has to be fitted so that the The chain is one of the parts of the trike that arm of the derailleur is not fully stretched will wear out.This shows in a stretching of the when you shift on the big chain ring in front chain.Worn out chains do not fit the sprockets and the big rear sprocket.The derailleur must...

  • Page 42: Chain Tubes

    Chain tubes Chain tubes Caution! The rear ends of the upper chain The chain protection tubes are made of a long tube have to be secured against moving with lasting plastic that features very low friction, a tight rubber tube over the retention slow wear and good noise damping.The tubes spring.Without the rubber tube the chain protect your clothes against the chain oil as...
  • Page 43 If the tube is too short after you have cut it so Changing the lower chain tube that there is not enough protection anymore it The chain tube is connected to the mounting has to be replaced.You can buy spare tubes ei- plate by a rubber sleeve.

  • Page 44: Chain Roller

    Chain roller Chain roller Caution! The roller comes with two main- The chain roller guides the chain below the tenance free sealed bearings.The bearings seat to the rear wheel and is an essential part are exchangeable. Between the bearings of the HP V No Squat design.

  • Page 45: Front Wheel Alignment

    Front wheel alignment Measuring toe-in Both front wheels should be parallel to each other, viewed from above the trike, compare picture below. The condition of the front ends of the front wheels being closer together than the rear ends of the front wheels (b smaller than b ) is called toe-in, the condition of the front ends of...
  • Page 46 Adjusting toe-in Hold the rod-end with a wrench and loosen The front wheels are held by suspension struts the nut that is screwed against the rod-end. which can turn at the ends of the main frame. Caution! Do not move the rod-end beyond The suspension struts are connected by tie its limits, or it will be destroyed or get ex- rods to the handlebar stem.
  • Page 47 Align both rod-ends parallel to each other. Grip the rod-end with a wrench and tighten the nut against the tie-rod with 4–5 Nm. Attach the tie-rod to the handlebar stem: First, the screw is put through the hole in the stem (from upside to downside).Then slide the washer and the rod end onto the screw.

  • Page 48: Rear Suspension Element

    Rear suspension element Rear suspension element Danger! If the bicycle does not stand on the ground while undoing the screws of the Changing the steel spring (DV-22) suspension element the rear swing arm may You can buy the spring for the rear suspension come down uncontrolled afterwards and element in different spring rates at your dealer.
  • Page 49 Secure the spring by tightening the adjustment ring until the spring doesn't show any play any more. If there is a safety spring ring, push it back into the slot on the thread. Move the rear swing arm back up and connect the rear end of the suspension element with the rear swing arm using the bolt.

  • Page 50: Front Suspension

    Customizing the front suspension The characteristic is referred to as progressive (or rising rate) when the spring rate increases The Scorpion fs 26's front suspension can be with suspension travel. In the diagram, this re- customized by different measures: sults in a curve with a left bend. Due to their...
  • Page 51 Make sure this axial bearing is mount- ed under the spring in the correct order (washer-bearing-washer) during reassembly. If If you use your Scorpion fs 26 under different there are elastomers left in the strut, a thin conditions and changing loads as well as on needle pricked into will help to remove them.
  • Page 52 Depending on the area and conditions the up. However, the Scoprion fs will lean more Scorpion fs 26 fs is operated in and under, dirt outwards in fast driven corners. and moisture could nevertheless reach the bearings inside.
  • Page 53 Scorpion fs 26 to a workstand in a way that provides easy access to the respective front wheel. Remove the front wheel. Remove the brake caliper according to the manufacturer's manual.
  • Page 54 Front suspension Slide off the washer H at the suspension strut's upper end. For further disassembly, cut the zip tie at the bottom of the shock boot 1 and slide the shock boot off the strut. Now screw in hex bolt A, on the underside of the strut for approximately 4mm.

  • Page 55: Suspension Strut Interior

    (information for bicycle mechanics) semble the springs (see "Customizing the front The Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with adjustable suspension", page 48, the axial bearing 7 may wishbones. By adjusting the rod ends on the...
  • Page 56 M8 The stabilizer bar must be disassembled. washer 8 frame Scorpion fs 26 To adjust the front axle both rod ends of one washer 8 / foam tube rod-end wishbone must be disassembled from the washer 8 / foam tube frame.

  • Page 57: Swing Arm Pivot

    Swing arm pivot Swing arm pivot The bushings are exchangeable. For that pur- pose you will have to dismount the rear swing The rear swing arm pivot comes with mainte- arm and send it together with the axle via nance free bushings.They feature a self lubri- your specialist dealer to HP V .

  • Page 58: Mudguards

    Mudguards Mudguards Front mudguards The front mudguard mounting is attached to a Mudguards are exposed to very strong vibra- bracket on the suspension struts. tions at suspended wheels which may cause them to break. Please check the stays and The sheetmetal mounting bolts (facing the mountings of the mudguards regularly for their wheel) must be fastened with 6–8 Nm.

  • Page 59: Seat Cushion

    Seat cushion Seat cushion For better ventilation, the Airflow Cushion is The standard seat cushion consists of a 1,4 cm available as accessory.This cushion consists of thick layer of flexible EVA foam.This is a black several layers: A rigid mesh and a soft mesh, foam material with closed cells that is also which provides for an approximately 1 cm used in the production of high quality camping...

  • Page 60: Wheels

    After you have pumped up the tire to the de- sired pressure pull off the pump knob. Secure Scorpion fs 26 the valve by turning the knurled nut on the When you exchange tires please note the threaded rod properly against the valve body.
  • Page 61 Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec Danger! Take care that your spokes are al- You are only allowed to exchange tires mount- ways in perfect condition and the spoke ten- ed as standard with tires including design ap- sion is balanced. Do not ride with wheels...

  • Page 62: Water Bottle Cage

    Bottle cage Cleaning and conservation Water bottle cage Cleaning and conservation Water bottle cages can be mounted using a The frame of the Scorpion fs 26 has a high special bracket behind the seat available from quality and environmentally friendly powder HP V coating.The surfaces of the aluminum parts are...
  • Page 63 The best things to clean your bicycle with are After cleaning the trike, dry it and treat the warm water and a soft cloth. If your bicycle is paintwork and the metal surfaces with wax. very dirty first take a wet sponge to soften the You can purchase this wax from your local dirt and then remove it.

  • Page 64: Screws And Bolts

    Storing the bicycle, Screws and bolts Storing the bicycle Screws and bolts Before storing your bicycle over a longer peri- Screws gradually settle in and hence they can od of time, e.g. during winter, please take care come loose.Therefore check the screws and of the following steps: bolts regularly if they are tightened appropri- ately with a torque wrench.

  • Page 65: Tightening Torques For Screws

    Tightening torques for screws The values indicated are meant for a friction value µ=0,125 (greased threads and screw heads).They only refer to the in- dicated parts. Please do always follow the values given in the manuals of the parts manufacturers since the following val- ues may not be up to date due to changes in the product line! part connection...

  • Page 66: Warranty

    Warranty Warranty In case of damage the dealer has to send the damaged frame to us so that we can check it, Your authorised dealer has to fully set up and if asked to do so by us. adjust your bicycle, so that safe function is guaranteed.The dealer has to make a final safe- In case of warranty we will replace or repair ty check and carry out a test ride.

  • Page 67: Warranty Pass

    Warranty Pass Warranty Pass With the HP V Warranty Pass you ELOTECHNIK can assure the safety and proper function of your tricycle for many years. Like any other vehicle your trike has to be checked for safe operation before riding.Your bicycle has to be maintained at regular inter- vals, at least once a year you will have to take your trike to a qualified bicycle mechanic for a...

  • Page 68: Service Plan

    Service Plan Service Plan part work lighting system check function adjust headlamp and rear light, check cable contacts clean reflectors, replace missing reflectors tires check air pressure check tread and sidewalls brakes check for damages check for leaking oil check rigid feel brake lever blades when pads reach rotor check brake pads for wear suspension element clean and oil thread, push rod, air chamber...
  • Page 69 see page before every ride monthly annually note ● ● ● ● ● 28 / 35 ● ● ● ● ● ● ▲ ● every 6 months ● ● ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ● ● ▲ ● ▲ ● 43 / 58 ●...
  • Page 70 Warranty Pass Service plan (continued) parts work hubs check bearing play and brake discs mounting pedal check bearing play, check binding mechanism frame check clamping of the front boom clean and conserve check for damage, damage to paintwork quick release check correct closing derailleur check for movement and function...
  • Page 71 see page before every ride monthly annually note ▲ ▲ ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● replace stem ● ▲ every 2 years 35 / 37 ▲ The service intervals given in this Warranty The regular service maintains the safe opera- Pass refer to an average use and a riding per- tion and the value of your bicycle.
  • Page 72 Warranty Pass Your personal Warranty Pass service at delivery name: At the delivery of a new Scorpion fs 26 Order No.: adress: milage approx. km: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: telephone: frame no: (stamped into gusset of the main frame) I have received the bicycle in good condition, ad- justed to my size and performed a test ride.
  • Page 73 1st service 2nd service No later than 300 kilometers or 2 months after No later than 3000 kilometers or one year af- the purchase. ter the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts:...
  • Page 74 Warranty Pass 3rd service 4th service No later than 6000 kilometers or two years af- No later than 9000 kilometers or three years ter the purchase. after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature:...
  • Page 75 5th service 6th service No later than 12000 kilometers or four years No later than 15000 kilometers or five years after the purchase. after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts:...
  • Page 76 Warranty Pass 7th service 8th service No later than 18000 kilometers or six years af- No later than 21000 kilometers or seven years ter the purchase. after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature:...
  • Page 77 9th service 10th service No later than 24000 kilometers or eight years No later than 27000 kilometers or nine years after the purchase. after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts:...
  • Page 78 Warranty Pass 11th service 12th service No later than 30000 kilometers or ten years No later than 33000 kilometers or eleven years after the purchase. after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts:...
  • Page 79 13th service 14th service No later than 36000 kilometers or twelve years No later than 39000 kilometers or thirteen after the purchase. years after the purchase. Order No.: Order No.: milage approx. km: milage approx. km: Date: Date: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Dealer's Stamp and Signature: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts: Exchanged or additionally mounted parts:...

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  • Page 81: Additional Information

    Currently, to ride the Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec in Germany a driving license class M or AM is In case your Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with required. long handlebars, please use the quick release at...
  • Page 82 Currently, to ride the Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec in Germany a driving license class M or AM is In case your Scorpion fs 26 is equipped with required. long handlebars, please use the quick release at...

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