Contents Safety intructions important information basic safety rules check before your first ride first steps The Kumpan 1953 overview location of controls and dispaly electrical control left electrical control right display ignition switch and steering lock bag hook vehicle identification number...
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removing batteries storage rack Maintenance lighting -front light -turn signals front and rear -rear light batteries and wiring brakes -Front and rear brake main switch / main fuse Cleaning and care Accessories top case Troubleshooting Technical Specifications...
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Prolog Congratulations to your Kumpan electric 1953! We wish you much fun and joy with your new Kumpan. KUMPAN would like to thank you We have written this manual to enable you to get the most out of it. Please read it carefully before riding your motocycle for the first time.
Safety instructions Important information: When using this vehicle the following papers make it unsafe, leading to possible falls or accidents, with need to be with the vehicle or carried by the driver: serious or even fatal injuries. In addition, this type of modifi- cation results in the immediate and total voiding of the war- •...
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The vehicle identification number of the scooter are: • Vehicle Identification Number (see page 26) • Engine number (see page 17) Before every ride the scooter should be checked about its road safety. This test includes: - Function of the brake - Correct tire pressure - Function of all signal and lighting systems - General functional condition...
Safety instructions Basic safety rules: The risk of accidents significantly Most accidents are caused by the Always follow the national and local increases when taking drugs or inexperience of the driver. traffic regulations. Avoid sudden alcohol. If your physical and mental Always make sure that the driver is changes of direction with your vehicle health is affected, don’t use...
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If any component was affected bring you vehicle to a Kumpan electric Service station for repair and check up. Please inform the Kumpan elec- tric service station what happened to help indentify any fault.
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Safety instructions Basic safety rules: Helmet and eye protection: Never change the position, the incli- nation or color of the following Your helmet is your most important piece of riding gear because it offers the best protection parts: license plate, turn indicators, against head injuries.
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Power output of your vehicle. There is a risk that the vehicle suddenly stops or that there is a pow- er outage and the horn, turn signals and lights can not operate properly. Kumpan electric recommends to use only original accessories.
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Safety instructions Basic safety rules: Never place bulky, heavy or dange- Only transport luggage that is fixed Excessive weight can affect the stability and the maneuverability rous objects on the handlebars, the firm and secure to the vehicle. Avoid of the vehicle. mudguard or the forks.
Check before departure Please check the following list about Checkpoint: To check: function and safety before using the vehicle. Very little time is needed to Front disc brake • the function check all these points, but they help (see page 63) •...
„ON“ position law, the driver is obliged to wear a the exhaust system, as well as the (see page 65). helmet! Kumpan electric strongly braking system, become very hot recommends to always wear a and remain hot for some time after...
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REAR WHEEL Brake fluid is highly destrutive to The battery contains sulfuric skin and eye tissue. Should you acid (elctrolyte). Contact with the Warning: be very careful to keep accidentally spill brake fluid on skin or eyes may cause serious your fingers, all other body parts, yourself, remove the contaminated burns.
The KUMPAN 1953 Location of controls and dispaly: 1. Electrical controls left (see p.19) 2. Rear brake Lever 3. Rearview mirror (see page 32) 4. Brake fluid indicator for rear brake (see page 62) 5. Display unit (see page 21) 6.
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1. • a. Dimmed headlights • b. High beams 2. Turn signal switch left/right (press at center to turn off) 3. Horn...
Display unit: 1. Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2. Warning light battery 3. Warning light controller 4. Turn signal indicator 5. Cruise control indicator 6. Boost indicator 7. Main beam indicator 8. Odometer 9. Battery indicator (see page 22) 10. Daily kilometer 11.
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The KUMPAN 1953 Display unit: Digital cockpit with special functions: The KUMPAN 1953 is equipped with Special display indicators: Blue display indicators: a digital multifunction display. the display has three red warning symbols. Should your Kumpan have • Cruise control:...
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Each display provides information on the remaining capacity of each separate battery. If no battery is connected on the corresponding cable under the seat or the connected battery is completely empty, the display icon stays dark. Once the icon is lit, a functioning battery is connected.
The KUMPAN 1953 Ignition switch and steering lock: OFF – The whole circuit is interrupted. Motor and light can not be turned on. The key can be removed. ON – The electric motor is started and on. The lights are switched on automatically and the key can not be removed.
Glove compartment: Bag hook: USB charging socket: Every KUMPAN has an glove The bag hook is located above the You will find the USB charging socket compartment in the middle part glove compartment under the on the left side above the glove under the handlebar.
The KUMPAN 1953 Vehicle identification number: The vehicle identification number is CAUTION: located in the glove box under a panel. Remember that alteration of the NOTE: To view the number, lift the vehicle identification number can panel gently with a screwdriver or...
Seat lock and storage compartment Place the ignition key in the seat lock Underneath the seat you find the NOTE: To close the seat, press it and turn it to the right. The bench slots for up to 3 KUMPAN battery back into the starting position can be opened now.
Operation / Driving charging the batteries in the vehicle Your scooter was delivered with a Outside and on the front part under Do you want to individually charge battery charger. the seat, you find the charging socket the batteries at home or on the road, This Battery Charger can be used for charging all batteries directly on put the waterproof charging system...
Charging status indicator NOTE: Make sure the ignition and only be charged in short cycles to incre- the main switch are turned off ase the longevity of the batteries. (see page 65). Only then plug the Upon completion of charging, the power cord into a 110-volt outlet.
Operation / Driving Charging the Batteries IMPORTANT: HINTS to charge the batteries: Damage to the battery due to total Charge the battery after every ride or “deep” discharging or handling (when driving over 3km). The smaller faults will void the warranty. the depth of discharge, the higher is the lifetime of the battery.
Safety instructions Only use original KUMPAN batteries Do not touch them with wet hands. Unplug this: and original KUMPAN battery cables. The scooter must be turned off when • if a fault occurs during operation the power cable is plugged into the •...
Operation / Driving Mirrors (Installation and Adjustments) Adjust before every trip the rearview Place the appropriate mirrow for the Turn the mirror about 5 to 6 turns mirrors. The mirror has to be aligned right and left side of the scooter in clockwise in the thread and align it.
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Then lock the nut with a 14mm To align the mirror glass, release the wrench (clockwise) to lock the mirror. upper lock with a 17 mm wrench. Seat yourself on in the driver‘s Place the mirror so that you can see position, to find the optimal mirror what is happening behind you from adjustment.
Operation / Driving Starting the engine Acceleration Starting the engine Pull the rear brake lever. Side and center stand must be folded Make sure that the main switch is in up before starting to drive. the „ON“ position (see page 60). Turn the key to the “ON“...
Safe driving CAUTION: 4. Do not brake hard on wet , unmade Any modification that changes the or otherwise slippery road surfaces. scooter‘s performance, such as Below are a few simple tips that will 5. Do not start off by getting on the tampering with original structural make your daily use of the vehicle vehicle while it is standing on its...
Operation / Driving Basic safety rules The following instructions refer to including driver‘s license, minimum and other components can become normal use of the scooter and should age,adequate preparation, insurance, hot while riding.Do not touch these be followed with care. Observing taxes,registration, components.
Never lend you vehiule to other peo- It is very important for you safety that you tell them about all mecha- ple If you are not sure that they are that you always ride with the utmost nical malfunctions. Do not use the experts and have a driver‘s license.
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Operation / Driving Basic safety rules The use of aftermarket accesso- Kumpan does not produce sidecars is notabily diminished. In these con- ries and spare parts can seriously or trailers, and for this reason is not ditions always maneuver your vehicle compromise the safety of your able to predict the consequences that with the maximum caution and care.
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Always respect the speed limits im- more visible to these drivers, wear many accidents to become mortal, posed by the law ,taking into account reflective clothing such as reflective An open-face helmet offers some that depending on road conditions. It jackets, or other types protection, but a full-face offers is not always possible to maintain the...
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Operation / Driving Basic safety rules Clothing must to adherent and closed In case of doubt about any accessory accessories and do not modify around wrists and ankles.Cords, or installation or any freight to be the scooter‘s electrical system. belts,and ties should carried .
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From the mudguards, or the forks Avoid abrupt and excessive as thi scompromise the maneuve- acceleration. Slow down in rability of your vehicle and impede advance,and calculate distances for your ability to avoid an accident. Not stopping and for longer ma- observing these warning may lead to neuvers.
First drives: Boost fuction: Until you have driven your first 100 kilometer, avoid sudden and exten- ded brakes. Allow the brake pads to reach their full performance after the first 100 kilometer of usage. For the even sportier driver, the confirmed by the indication of a blue KUMPAN is equipped with a boost symbol (double arrow).
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When using the brakes, the boost mode will stop immediately. After using the boost mode for 10 to 15 seconds, it will automatically switch off. The blue icon disappears and your KUMPAN waits for new commands.
Cruise control: Cruise control is only a function to allow the driver to keep a constant speed. The driver always has the responsibility for the speed driven and braking in time. Don’t use the cruise control mode in the following situations: •...
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Operation / Driving Cruise control: The easiest way to activate the cruise control is when the scooter drives al- ready several seconds with highest speed. In general, the cruise control should only be used outside of inner city traffic. Each braking with front or rear brake or each acceleration has the immedi- ate effect that the cruise control ope- ration is terminated.
Operation / Driving Stopping / parking Place the vehicle onto the main stand: Take away the gas and brake the vehicle slowly. Pull the rear brake lever and hold it. Place your vehicle onto solid ground, so that it can not fall over. Turn the ignition key to „OFF“.
SIDE STAND: Lean the handlebars all the way to The side stand is equipped with a the left. safety switch. Hold the the scooter on the left grip and grab the passenger handle. WARNING: Therefore please always check Always check that the scooter is in a before starting the vehicle that the Now press the side stand with your stable position.
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Operation / Driving Removing the batteries If the ignition key still in the ignition Always switch off the blue main Now place the handle of the battery switch, turn it to „OFF“. power switch, before each plugging in an upward position. or unplugging of the batteries.
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Now the battery can be simply pulled The battery can be easily carried by WARNING: Damages caused by own fault will upwards out of its compartment. hand or with the Kumpan shoulder void the warranty. strap over your shoulder. Always switch off the blue main Therefore vehicle repairs should always be carried out by a specialized workshop.
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Operation / Driving Rear rack Your Kumpan 1953 is equipped with To unfold the rear rack, hold the Now flap the top bracket upwards. a folding steel rear rack. upper bracket with one hand and WARNING: loosen the holding clip.
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Place the holding clip on the upward To safely secure the bracket fix the Now you can easily tie down and bracket. holding clip as shown in the picture. transport larger and bulky loads. WARNING: The rack is designed exclusively for transporting objects (such as bags).
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Maintenance Lighting FRONT LIGHT The front light unit with reflector, Loosen the bottom two by pulling the socket and chrome cover is secured unit forward and upward. The main switch must be in the with four other clips. „OFF“ position (see page 60). Now release the two top clips by gently pull the unit down and Loosen the central screw of the front...
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To change the low-beam light source Remove the connector by pulling it Now remove the splash guard by you need to remove the large connec- gently backwards. pulling it on one of the ears back- tor on the back of the reflector. wards.
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Maintenance Lighting The bulb is locked with a steel spring Remove the bulb from the reflector. PARKING LIGHT: in the reflector. For installation simply proceed in reverse order. The main switch must be in the Loosen it as shown in the drawing. “OFF“...
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WARNING: Damages caused by own fault will void the warranty. Single components are tightly fitted and difficult to reach. Some bulb changes might need a more complex dismantlement procedure. Therefore vehicle repairs should always be carried out by a specialized workshop.
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Maintenance Lighting Turn signals front and rear Pull the turn signal lens with reflector The turn signal is still connected by a The main switch must be in the and lamp socket first on the lower cable to the vehicle electronics. “OFF“...
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WARNING: Always hold the functional lamps just on the socket, never touch the glass directly. This could greatly affect the life time of the bulb. Damages caused by own fault will void the warranty. Single components are tightly fitted and difficult to reach. Some bulb To remove the socket from the To remove the bulb from the socket, changes might need a more complex...
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Maintenance Lighting REAR LIGHT: The chrome cover is held by four clips When the four clips are dissolved, on the scooter panel. pull the chrome cover firstly on the The main switch must be in the bottom and then on the upper side “OFF“...
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To remove the glass, loosen and Now gently press the two upper To remove the bulb, push it with a remove the two illustrated screws brackets of the reflector upwards, cloth or glove into the socket. with a screwdriver (counter-clock- so that the two notches of the lamp wise).
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Maintenance Lighting Batteries and cables: WARNING: Always hold the functional lamps just on the socket, never touch the glass directly. This could greatly affect the life time of the bulb. Damages caused by own fault will void the warranty. Single components are tightly fitted and difficult to reach.
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shown in the display. If the 188 is not fully indicated, the display is faulty. If the button is pushed and hold for a few seconds, the current charge status appears in percentage. An empty battery displays only a few percentage points. A full battery indicates 100%.
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Maintenance Brakes REAR / FRONT BRAKE: If the sight glass is completely emp- Check the brake hose and the brake ty, the brake fluid level is below cylinder for leaks. Check the brake fluid level on the minimum. basis of the sight glass in the brake Check the brake disc for scratches fluid reservoir at the front and rear WARNING:...
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picture shows rear brake system picture shows front brake system...
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Never use brake fluid in containers CAUTION: that have already been opened or Sand, mud, snow mixed with salt etc partly used. on the road could reduce the life of the pads considerably. CAUTION: To avoid this happening you are ad- Braking force must begin after the vised to wash the vehicle frequently brake lever has been pulled for...
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Maintenance Main switch / main fuse WARNING: When the main power switch is “OFF“: • the circuit is interrupted and the scooter can no longer be started. • the charging of the batteries is not possible in the scooter. When the main power switch is “ON“: •...
Cleaning and care PERIODS OF INACTIVITY Instructions for cleaning and care: To prevent rust, we recommend that you clean and dry the vehicle after dri- You are advised to perform the ving through rain. following operations: 1. General cleaning of the vehicle We strongly recommend the use of 2.
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CLEANING THE VEHICULE CAUTION: CAUTION: Washing compounds could pollute Never wash the vehicle in the sun es- In order to soften the dirt and mud the water. The vehicle must be pecially during the summer when the deposited on the painted surfaces, washed at a washing bodywork is still hot.
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Accessories Top case installation The top case provides additional You open the top case using the key You need the following tools for storage space. It can accommodate and turning the lock to the right. installation (top case plate and top another helmet or bag.
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The green spots in the picture above Place a mounting rail on two screws To mount the top case onto the top indicate the connection points to on each side and place a washer and a case plate, first set the two rear install the top case.
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Accessories Now open the top case, adjust the rubber mat and fix it with the short M6 hexagon screws and washer using a 10 Allen key from the top, and an M6 nut from the bottom.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING • You turn the ignition key into the • The main switch is in “OFF“ position. • Switch the main switch on again “ON“ position, use the throttle, (see page 65). but the scooter will not start. •...
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Problem POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING • The batteries can not be charged • The main fuse is in the “OFF“ position. • Switch the main switch on again (see page 65). • There is no longer any connection • Connect the charger again with the between scooter and charger.
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