Braking System - X-TREME XG-575DS Owner's Manual

BRAKING SYSTEM

The XG-575DS Gas Scooter uses both a floating front wheel disc/caliper system activated
by a hand lever on the handlebar. Familiarize yourself with the braking system before use.
The front brake is activated by squeezing the BRAKE LEVER with your left hand. Make sure
to release the GAS LEVER when engaging the brakes.
Practice braking on a smooth, dry surface to get used to the feel of the braking system.
Braking distance is affected by wet conditions and loose and uneven riding surfaces.
Adjusting the Brakes
The brakes on the scooter should come fully adjusted from the factory. However, it is
important to adjust the brake from time to time.
freely and turn the tension screw clockwise a quarter turn. The front wheel should turn
freely now.
5.) Turn the locknut counter clockwise on the tension screw to secure the tension screw.
(DO NOT turn the tension screw)
If the scooter continues to move after idle speed adjustment,
contact Technical Support at www.x-tremescooter/support.
Cleaning the Air Filter
It is a good idea to occasionally clean the air filter to ensure
optimum performance.
(Replacement of Air filter with anything other than the X-Treme™ replacement
parts will automatically void warranty)
1.) Using a Philips head screwdriver, remove the carburetor cover
by turning the cover screw counter-clockwise (Fig. 10).
2.) Remove and clean the air filter (the spongy material on top of
the air intake) by washing the sponge with soap (Fig. 11).
3.) Rub the filter with some oil and place the air filter back into its
original position and replace the cover.
1.) With one hand, depress the brake caliper using your thumb or
forefinger (Fig. 12).
2.) With the other hand, loosen the locknut of the tension screw
on the brake line.
3.) Turn the tension screw counter-clockwise to tighten the
brake.
4.) Tighten cable free play until the front wheel stops turning
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