Driving Up Inclines And Down Slopes - KYMCO Mini S ForU Operating Instructions Manual

7.1

Driving up inclines and down slopes

If the payload is less than 80kg. It may run 130 m at 8° incline.
If the payload is less than 120kg. It may run 75 m at 8° incline.
If the payload is less than 136kg. It may run 60 m at 8 ° incline.
(above performance is dependant on ambient temperature,
drive surface and speed setting-guide only)
The scooter will slow down to a safe reduced speed to protect the
motor if in overload/ over heated conditions.
Please switch off and allow the motor to cool down before
continuing your journey.
You may need to choose an alternative more suitable route if
overload trip re-occurs.
Climb angle examples:
a 1 metre long ramp should not be higher than. 14 cm
a 2 metre long ramp should not be higher than. 28 cm
• Avoid driving across an incline
(always try to drive in the direction
of the incline / decline).
There is an increased danger of tipping
when climbing or descending gradients if:
• the scooter is loaded at the back and
additionally the seat has been adjusted
to its rear position.
You can achieve increased tipping safety if:
• you adjust the seat in a more forward
position.
• you lean your upper body slightly
forwards (see sketch).
Driving information
Tipping
hazard!
Increased
tipping safety
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