Kymco S 125 User Manual
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This Owner’s Manual contains important information on the safety, operation and maintenance of your KYMCO scooter.
Anyone who operates your scooter should carefully read and understand the contents of this manual before riding the scooter.
For your safety, understand and follow all of the warnings contained in this Owner’s Manual and the labels applied to your scooter.
This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle. Keep it with your scooter at all times.
ON-ROAD USE ONLY This scooter has been designed to be used on the road.
Particularly important information is called out in this manual by the following icons and notations:
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BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY CAN BE AFFECTED.
Failure to follow instructions associated with a WARNING symbol could result in severe injury or
death to the rider, a passenger, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the scooter.
A CAUTION symbol indicates that special precautions must be taken to avoid damaging
the scooter.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Manual Icon Legend ................................................... (inside of front-cover)
CA Prop 65 Warning................................................... (inside of front-cover)
Table of Contents.......................................................................................... 1
SECTION 1 - SAFETY................................................................ 2 - 6
Foreword ....................................................................................................... 2
Scooter Safety ........................................................................................ 3 - 4
Load Limits & Guidelines ............................................................................. 5
Accessories & Modifications ........................................................................ 6
SECTION 2 - CONTROLS & FEATURES ............................... 7 - 15
Locations of Parts & Controls ................................................................ 7 - 9
Vehicle Identification Numbers .................................................................. 10
Keys............................................................................................................. 11
Ignition Switch & Steering Lock ..........................................................11 - 12
Right-hand Handlebar Switch .................................................................... 13
Engine-stop Switch..................................................................................... 13
Electric Start Button.................................................................................... 13
Left-hand Handlebar Switch ............................................................... 13 - 14
Headlight Dimmer Switch........................................................................... 13
Turn Signal Switch......................................................................................13
Turn Signals................................................................................................ 14
Horn Button ................................................................................................. 14
Under-seat Storage Compartment ............................................................14
Helmet Hooks .............................................................................................15
Power Socket.............................................................................................. 15
Main Stand .................................................................................................. 16
Front Luggage Box ..................................................................................... 16
Instruments ......................................................................................... 17 - 18
Clock & Trip-meter............................................................................. 18 – 19
Rear Shock Absorbers ............................................................................... 20
Passenger Foot Rests................................................................................ 20
SECTION 3 - OPERATION ..................................................... 21 - 41
Break-in Recommendations ....................................................................... 21
Tire Break-in ................................................................................................ 22
Pre-ride Inspection ............................................................................. 23 - 33
Engine Oil Inspection ................................................................................. 24
Tire Inspection .................................................................................... 24 - 25
Fuel Level / Filler Cap ................................................................................26
Brake Inspection ................................................................................. 27 - 30
Steering & Handlebar Inspection............................................................... 30
Instrument Inspection .................................................................................31
Horn & Lights Inspection .................................................................... 31 - 32
Chassis Inspection ............................................................................. 32 - 33
Starting the Engine (electric start) ..................................................... 33 - 35
Starting the Engine (kick start) ................................................................... 35
Riding Your Scooter............................................................................ 36 - 40
Parking Your Scooter .......................................................................... 40 - 41
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE............................................... 42 - 61
Importance of Maintenance ....................................................................... 42
Maintenance Schedule....................................................................... 43 - 44
Tires............................................................................................................. 45
Tire Pressure ...............................................................................................45
Engine Oil....................................................................................................46
Engine Oil Level Inspection & Change.............................................. 46 - 47
Transmission Fluid Change ....................................................................... 48
Air Filter Maintenance ................................................................................ 49
Spark Plug ................................................................................................... 50
Fuel System ................................................................................................ 51
Battery ................................................................................................. 51 - 52
Fuses ...........................................................................................................53
Brake Fluid Level Inspection.............................................................. 54 - 55
Brake Lever & Shoe Adjustment................................................................ 55
Cleaning Your Scooter........................................................................ 56 - 57
Storage................................................................................................ 58 - 59
Maintenance Record .......................................................................... 60 - 61
Specifications (People S 50)...................................................................... 62
Specifications (People S 125)....................................................................63
Specifications (People S 200)....................................................................64
Emission - KYMCO Clean Air System....................................................... 65
Emission Information & EPA Warranty ......................................................66
KYMCO Limited Scooter Warranty ............................................................ 67
Index............................................................................................................ 68
Identification Numbers Record .................................. (inside of back-cover)
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SECTION 1 FOREWORD & SAFETY INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this KYMCO People S scooter, and welcome to the KYMCO riding family.
Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before riding so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper
operation of your scooter’s controls, its features, its capabilities, and its limitations.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your scooter, be sure to provide it with proper care and maintenance as
set forth in this manual.
For replacement parts and accessories, you should always use genuine KYMCO products, as they have
been specially designed for your vehicle and manufactured to meet KYMCO's demanding standards.
Keep this Owner's Manual aboard your scooter at all times, so that you can refer to it whenever you need
information. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the scooter, and should remain with the
scooter when it is sold.
All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest
product information available at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there may be
information in this manual that differs slightly from your vehicle. KYMCO reserves the right to make product
and publication changes at any time, without notice, and without incurring any liability.
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SCOOTER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your scooter can provide you with many years of service and
pleasure if you take responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges that you can meet on the road. There
is much that you can do to protect yourself when you ride. You
will find many helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. Here are some very important safety tips:
Wear a helmet
Scooter safety equipment starts with a quality helmet. One of
the most serious injuries you can suffer in a crash is a head
injury. Always wear a properly approved helmet. You should
also wear suitable eye protection.
Make yourself easy to see
To make yourself more visible, wear bright, reflective clothing;
position yourself so other drivers can see you; signal before
turning or changing lanes; and use your horn when it will help
others notice you.
Know your limits
Ride within the boundaries of your own skill at all times. Knowing these limits and staying within them will help you avoid
accidents.
Keep your scooter in safe condition
For safe riding, it is important to inspect your scooter before
every ride and perform all recommended maintenance. Never
exceed load limits, and only use accessories that have been
approved by KYMCO for this scooter.
Inspect your scooter before riding
Do not forget to perform an entire safety inspection to ensure
your, and your passenger's safety, before each ride.
Be extra safety conscious on bad weather days
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet ones, requires extra caution. Braking distance can double on a rainy day. Stay
off of painted surfaces, manhole covers and greasy appearing
areas on the pavement, as they can be especially slippery. Use
extreme caution at railway crossings and on metal gratings and
bridges. Whenever your are in doubt about the road conditions,
slow down.
Modification
Modification of your scooter, or removal of original equipment
may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Obey all applicable
equipment regulations in your area.
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SCOOTER SAFETY
PROTECTIVE APPAREL
For your safety, always wear an approved motorcycle or scooter
helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, long pants, and a longsleeved shirt or jacket whenever you ride your scooter.
Helmets and protection
Your helmet is your most important piece of riding gear because it offers the best protection against head injuries. Your
helmet should fit your head comfortably and securely. Always
wear a face shield or goggles to protect your eyes and aid
your vision.
Additional riding gear
In addition to a helmet and eye protection, you should also use:
• Sturdy boots with nonslip soles to help protect your
feet and ankles
• Leather gloves to keep your hands warm and help prevent blisters, cuts, burns and bruises
• A motorcycle or scooter riding suit or jacket that has
been designed for comfort, as well as protection. Bright
colored and reflective clothing can help make you more
noticeable in traffic. Be sure to avoid loose clothing
that can get caught on any part of your scooter.
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1 Wear gloves and use both hands to grasp the handle-
bar when riding
2 Wear bright or reflective clothing. Clothes should fit
properly (not too tight or loose)
3 Always wear a helmet and eye protection
4 Footwear should be the proper size, have low heels,
and offer ankle protection
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Not wearing a helmet increases your chance of serious
injury or death in a crash.
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Be sure you and your passenger always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should also wear
eye protection and other protective apparel when you ride.
LOAD LIMITS & LOADING GUIDELINES
These general guidelines may help you decide how to add
accessories to your scooter and how to load it properly.
Load limits
These specifications are the load limits for your People S scooter.
Overloading the scooter will affect its stability and handling.
Be sure to stay within the limits given below:
Maximum weight capacity (Includes the weight of the rider,
passenger, cargo and accessories): ........ 330 lb (150 kg)
Maximum cargo weight:........................... 25.3 lb (11.5 kg)
Rear carrier (rack)
Under-seat compartment
Front luggage box
Overloading or improper loading will affect vehicle handling, stability and braking, and can lead to an accident.
Never exceed the stated load capacity of your scooter.
Cargo should be properly distributed and securely at-
tached. Reduce speed when carrying cargo. Allow greater
distances for braking.
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Loading guidelines
Improperly loading your scooter will affect its stability and handling. You should ride at reduced speeds when you are carrying a
passenger or cargo. Follow these guidelines whenever you carry
a passenger or cargo:
• Check that both tires are properly inflated
• To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make
sure all cargo is securely tied down before you ride
• Place cargo weight as close to the center of the scooter
as possible
• Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides of the scooter
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ACCESSORIES & MODIFICATION
There is a large variety of accessories available to KYMCO
scooter owners. KYMCO cannot control the quality or suitability of accessories you may wish to purchase. But the addition
of unsuitable accessories to your scooter can lead to unsafe
operating conditions. It is not possible for KYMCO to test each
accessory on the market, or all of the combinations of the available accessories. Your KYMCO dealer will be happy to assist
you in selecting quality accessories and see that they are installed correctly.
Use extreme caution when selecting and installing the accessories for your scooter.
No modifications
KYMCO strongly advises you against removing any original
equipment or modifying your scooter in any way that would
change its design or operation.
Improper accessories or modifications can make your
scooter unsafe and can lead to an accident.
Never modify your scooter through the improper installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories
added to this vehicle should be genuine KYMCO or
equivalent components designed for use on this
scooter.
All accessories should be installed and used according to the product’s instructions. If you have any questions, consult an authorized KYMCO dealer.
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SECTION 2 CONTROLS & FEATURES
Location of par ts & contr ols
1 Battery & Fuse
2 Helmet Holder
3 Ignition Switch
4 Speedometer
5 Engine Stop Switch & Starter Button
6 Exhaust Muffler
7 Main Stand
8 Front Luggage Box
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Location of par ts & controls
1 Headlight HI/LO-beam Switch,
Passing Light Button, Turn Signal
Switch & Horn Button
2 Helmet Holder
3 Under-seat Storage Compartment
4 Fuel Filler Cap
5 Seat Lock
6 Center Hook (for helmet or bag)
7 Side Stand
8 Kick Start Lever
9 Air Cleaner Assembly
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Location of par ts & controls
1 Right Front Fork
2 Right Front Turn Signal
3 Front Brake Lever
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4 Right Mirror
5 Headlight
6 Left Mirror
7 Rear Brake Lever
8 Left Front Turn Signal
9 Left Front Fork & Front Brake
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
You scooter had identification numbers stamped into the frame and
engine cases during manufacture.
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or Frame Number
To view the VIN 1, remove the cover on the frame cover by releasing
its tab with a flat-head screw driver.
ESN (Engine Serial Number)
The ESN 2, is stamped on the left engine case.
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NOTE:
Write your scooter’s VIN and ESN in the boxes provided in the
inside, rear cover of this Owner's Manual.
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Keys
Your People S scooter is supplied with two identical ignition
switch keys. The ignition key operates the ignition switch, the
steering lock, and is used to open the seat to gain access to
the front luggage box and the under-seat storage compartment (and fuel filler cap).
Key code tab
The keys have a unique code which is stamped on the tab
supplied with the keys. This code is not stamped on the scooter
and is not recorded in the vehicle's basic documentation for
security reasons. Since this code is required if you need replacement keys, record this important code in the box provided
on the inside, rear cover of this Owner's Manual.
Ignition switch & Steering lock
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1 ON : In this position, electrical power is connected to
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start and operate the engine (the key cannot be removed).
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NOTE: Your scooter’s keys may differ slightly in appearance from
the images in this manual.
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2 OFF
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nected and the engine cannot start or operate (the key
can be removed).
: In this position, electrical power is discon-
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cal power is disconnected and the engine cannot start or
operate (the key can be removed).
Locking the steering
Turn the handlebar fully to the left. Press in and rotate the
ignition switch key counterclockwise to the “LOCK
sition. The steering will now be locked. Remove the ignition
switch key.
: In this position, the steering is locked, electri-
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Do not turn the ignition switch to the lock position when
riding, as this could cause the steering to lock, and you
could lose control of your scooter.
Unlocking the steering
Insert and rotate the ignition switch key clockwise from the
“LOCK
The steering is now unlocked, and you may start and operate the scooter.
” position to the “OFF ” or “ON ” position.
After locking the ignition switch, turn the handlebar gently to confirm that the steering is locked. Do not park
your scooter in a position that will interfere with vehicle
or pedestrian traffic.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Right handlebar switch
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Left handlebar switch
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Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch turns off the ignition, stopping the engine. The scooter’s lights and horn still function.
Electric starter button
Press the electric starter button to activate the starter motor.
NOTE: The starter motor will not engage unless a brake lever is squeezed at the same time the starter button is pressed.
To prevent damage to the starter motor, do not operate
the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time. If
the scooter fails to start immediately, check the fuel level
and the battery condition, and allow the starter motor to
cool before attempting to start the engine again.
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Headlamp switch -- UP
The upper switch position turns the headlight high beam on.
The high beam indicator light on the dash is activated as well.
Headlamp switch -- DOWN
The lower switch position turns the headlight low beam on.
Passing light button - PRESS DOWN
When downward pressure is applied to the headlight rocker
switch, the high beam is activated. When pressure is released,
the low beam setting is restored. This enables you to rapidly flick
the headlight high beam on and off to signal other vehicles that
you wish to pass.
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Turn signal switch:
Use the turn signal indicator to signal to other traffic that you
intend to turn or change lanes. The turn signal light on the
dash will flash to indicate that the switch is engaged.
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To cancel the turn signal, press down on the signal switch 8.
Horn button
Press the horn button to sound the horn.
NOTE: The horn will only sound when the ignition is “ON”.
Under-seat storage compartment
Your scooter is equipped with an under-seat storage compartment that permits you to secure your helmet or other items.
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To open the seat, stop the engine and rotate the ignition
switch key counterclockwise in the ignition switch AT from
the “ ” position to the “ ”position . When the latch releases, lift up the seat.
Under-seat compartment weight Iimit: ......... 11 lbs (5 kg)
To close the seat, lower the seat and press down until it is
secured by the latch. Gently lift up on the seat to make sure
it is locked before riding.
Never exceed the maximum weight limit of the storage
compartment, as vehicle handling and stability may be
severely affected. Do not leave the ignition switch key
under the seat.
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Helmet hooks
Your scooter has two helmet hooks AK so you can hang your
helmet(s) outside of the under-seat storage compartment.
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With the seat up, put the helmet’s retaining ring onto the helmet
hook. Lower and press down on the seat to lock it and secure the
helmet in place. To remove the helmet, open the seat.
Do not ride your scooter with a helmet hanging from a
helmet hook, as this can interfere with your ability to control your scooter and may cause an accident.
The under-seat storage compartment may become warm
from engine heat. Therefore, do not store any items in
this compartment that are susceptible to heat damage,
such as food or flammable materials.
Power socket
Your scooter is equipped with a SAE 12-VDC power socket
AL in the under-seat storage compartment.
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The power socket can be used to connect and power accessories such as a cell-phone charger.
Close the socket’s protective cover when it is not in use.
When connecting accessories and chargers to the power
socket, read and follow the accessory’s instructions to
prevent damage to the device or your scooter.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Front luggage box
Your scooter is equipped with a front luggage box that permits you to secure your gloves or other items.
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Main stand (center stand)
Your People S scooter is equipped with a main (center) stand.
To open the luggage box, insert the ignition switch key into the
ignition switch 1 and turn it from the “ ” position to the
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” position, and the cover will automatically open.
Front luggage box weight Iimit: ................ 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg)
To close the luggage box cover, lift it up and press it in
place until it is secured by the latch. Gently pull down on
the cover to make sure it is locked before riding.
Never exceed the maximum weight limit of the front
luggage box. Do not leave the ignition switch key
under the seat.
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To park your scooter on the main stand, stand on the left
side of the scooter and grasp the handlebar with your left
hand, while grasping the side of the rear rack with your
right hand. Step down on the foot pad of the main stand
with your foot while pulling up and back on the rear rack.
This lifting motion will allow the scooter to rock backwards
and up onto the main stand.
Always park your the scooter on firm, level ground to
help prevent it from falling over. If you must park on an
incline, aim the front of your scooter uphill.
CONTROLS & FEATURES
Instruments & Indicator s
Your People S scooter is equipped with a multifunction meter
and indicator set. This set includes an analog speedometer
and fuel level display, and a digital clock and odometer. The
set also includes indicator lamps to alert you to headlight and
turn signal functions.
1 1
1 Mode & Adjustment Buttons: Used to adjust the clock’s
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time setting and to reset the trip odometer.
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2 Clock: Indicates the time (24-hour format).
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3 Odometer: Indicates the total riding mileage of the scooter.
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4 Speedometer (outer dial): Indicates the road speed in
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MPH (miles per our).
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5 Fuel Gauge: Indicates the amount of gasoline in the fuel
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tank. Refill the tank with unleaded gasoline before the
needle reaches the “E” (empty) mark. (Best practice is to
maintain the fuel level no lower than the one-quarter mark
above empty whenever possible).
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K/PH (kilometers per hour).
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7 Left Turn Signal Indicator Light: Flashes when the left
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turn signals are being used.
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the headlight low beam is on.
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the headlight high beam is on.
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turn signals are being used.
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Digital Clock & Trip-meter
Use the following instructions to set the digital clock and
odometer display on your People S scooter. The odometer
can be toggled between “miles” or “kilometers”, has a
resettable trip meter, and a mileage-based service reminder
feature.
1 1
1 Mode Button
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2 2
2 Adjustment Button
2 2
These buttons enable you to adjust and change the digital
display’s functions.
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Changing the odometer/tripmeter from “Miles” to “Kilometers”:
Press and hold the Mode But-
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between “miles” or “kilometers”
display on the odometer/tripmeter.
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Changing from odometer display
to trip-meter display:
Press and hold the Adjustment
Button
switch between “odometer” and
“trip-meter” display.
Resetting the Service Reminder:
[The Service Reminder will flash to remind
you to change the engine oil - DO NOT
reset until the oil change is complete]
Press and hold the Adjustment
Button
cess the service reminder mode.
While in service reminder mode,
press and hold the Mode Button
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To return to the odometer display,
press and hold the Adjustment
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Trip-meter reset:
While in the trip meter display,
press and hold the Mode Button
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Adjusting the clock time:
While in the odometer mode, press
and hold the Mode Button
the Adjustment Button
same time for two seconds in the
Odometer Mode until the clock’s
hour display begins to flash.
Then press the Adjutment Button
to change the hour setting.
Press the Mode Button until the
clock’s minute display begins to
flash and use the Adjustment But-
ton to change the minute setting.
Press the Mode Button and the
Adjustment Button again simultaneously to exit the clock adjustment mode.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
Rear shock absorbers
You can adjust the spring preload of your scooter’s shock
absorbers to match the load it will be carrying.
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1. Insert the rod tool from the tool kit into the preload collar 1
on each shock absorber and rotate the collar to increase or
decrease the spring preload.
2. There are three steps on the spring preload collar. The center step “medium” is the standard setting. The longer step
“hard”, and the shorter step “soft”, are optional settings based
upon your load and riding preference.
When adjusting the spring preload, rotate each shock
absorber’s collar to the same setting.
Passenger foot rest
Your People S scooter is equipped with fold-down foot rests
2 for use when you are carrying a passenger.
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Riding with a passenger will change the handling characteristics of your scooter. Allow for extra braking distance and use extra care when riding in traffic.
Be sure you and your passenger should always wear
approved and properly fitting motorcycle helmets. You
and your passenger should also wear eye protection
and other protective apparel when you ride.
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