vRbikes vR3 Operating Instructions Manual

vR3

Operating instructions

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Contents

1. vR3 — the modular electric vehicle ..............................................................................3

1.1. Platform concept ...................................................................................................................................... 3

1.2. Productivity ............................................................................................................................................... 4

1.3. Safety and comfort ................................................................................................................................... 4

1.4. Sustainability ............................................................................................................................................. 4

2. Specifications ................................................................................................................5

3. Preparation .....................................................................................................................6

3.1. Clothing ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.2. Seat position ............................................................................................................................................. 6

3.3. Rear-view mirrors...................................................................................................................................... 6

3.4. Function check.......................................................................................................................................... 6

4. Operating levers .............................................................................................................7

4.1. Waking the battery .................................................................................................................................... 7

4.2. Turning the vehicle on and off .................................................................................................................. 8

4.3. Left-hand operating levers ....................................................................................................................... 8

4.3.1. Light switch ............................................................................................................................................... 9

4.3.2. Indicators .................................................................................................................................................. 9

4.3.3. Horn ........................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.3.4. Rear brake ................................................................................................................................................. 9

4.4. Right-hand operating levers ..................................................................................................................... 9

4.4.1. Optional switch ......................................................................................................................................... 9

4.4.2. Riding direction switch ............................................................................................................................. 9

4.4.3. Throttle grip ............................................................................................................................................. 10

4.4.4. Front brake .............................................................................................................................................. 10

4.5. Display ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

5. Battery ..........................................................................................................................12

5.1. Charging the battery ............................................................................................................................... 12

5.2. General battery safety advice ................................................................................................................ 13

6. Loading ........................................................................................................................14

7. Further operating advice .............................................................................................15

8. Servicing and maintenance .........................................................................................16

8.1. Independent checking and maintenance tasks .................................................................................... 16

8.2. Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................. 16

8.3. Services ................................................................................................................................................... 16

9. Manual shunting and breakdown service ...................................................................17

9.1. Manual vehicle shunting ......................................................................................................................... 17

9.2. vRbikes support ...................................................................................................................................... 18

9.3. Towing ..................................................................................................................................................... 18

10. About vRbikes ..............................................................................................................19

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1. vR3 — the modular electric vehicle

1.1. Platform concept

The vR3 can easily be configured for a wide range of applications.

The vR3 is ideally suited as a:
– Courier and delivery vehicle
– Communal vehicle
– Service vehicle
– Transport vehicle

Central elements of the design include the universal connection points at the front and rear, and the space between
the two rear wheels, which is available thanks to the vR3's patented chassis design and significantly increases both
transport volume and flexibility.

Figure 1: vR3, front and rear universal connection points

Choose from a variety of standard modules. Customer-specific solutions are also often developed to facilitate opti­mum usage.

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1.2. Productivity

The vR3 has a transport volume of up to 1000 l (in the WIDEBODY version), 270 kg working load and 120 km ran­ge. With a turning radius of less than 4.5 m, a ground clearance of 18 cm and the ability to climb steep gradients
of up to 25%, the vR3 is equally at home in narrow old-town alleyways as mountain villages. The automatic parking
brake, the redundant drivetrain with its energy recovery system, the unusually long range and the intelligent set-up
minimise downtimes and considerably boost productivity.

1.3. Safety and comfort

High-quality disk brakes on all three wheels bring the vR3 to a safe stop at all times. Thanks to its three-wheel
concept and balanced chassis, the vR3 is always safe to ride and remains a trusty companion even in rain or snow.
Even the WIDEBODY version of the vR3 glides as if on rails. The low step-through makes getting on and off easier.
The seat can be adjusted vertically and horizontally – with or without a backrest – so that any rider can find their
perfect position. The impressive ergonomics of the vR3 have been carefully conceived, down to the last detail: Cle­arly arranged operating levers and an easy-to-read display make riding a pleasant experience.

1.4. Sustainability

The emissions-free drivetrain is only a small detail in comparison to the real plus in the area of sustainability: The
vR3 can easily adapt to constantly changing requirements within the holder organisation or in its new area of appli­cation. The operating time of the vR3 is therefore considerably longer than comparable models. Not just a second
life, but maybe a different life too. This substantially reduces the overall impact on the environment and makes it
significantly more cost-effective.

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2. Specifications

Properties

Vehicle category L2e

Driving licence category F/A1, drivers aged 16+

Speed max. 45 km/h (may be limited as desired)

Range up to 120 km

Weights

Kerb weight 225 kg

Working load/trailing load 90 kg at the rear, 30 kg at the front/200 kg

Drive

Motor Brushless DC motor

Power 2 x 2 kW

Transmission Toothed belt

Battery

Technology Lithium ions

Charge time (80% charged) Approx. six hours (with two batteries)

Chassis

Front suspension Telescopic fork

Rear suspension Suspension strut

Front/rear rims Aluminium, 3.5 x 13"

Front/rear tyres Tubeless, 130/60-13"

Brakes

Front/rear service brakes Hydraulic disk brakes 220 mm

Engine brake/regeneration Adjustable

Parking brake Fully automatic, on both rear wheels

Dimensions

Length 2230 mm

Wheelbase 1620 mm

Width 800 mm/1100 mm as WIDEBODY

Figure 2: Standard module selection.

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3. Preparation

3.1. Clothing

Wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Please also ensure that no items of clothing
(scarves, etc.) can become caught in the moving parts.

3.2. Seat position

The seat position can be adjusted according to your body size. To adjust, pull the lever on the left-hand side in­wards. Then push the seat along the rails to a position which is comfortable for you. Please ensure that the lever is
locked back into place after the seat is in position.

Figure 3: Lever for seat position adjustment

3.3. Rear-view mirrors

The rear view mirrors can be manually adjusted to the optimum position. For this, hold the handlebar firmly and turn
the mirror housing in the desired direction. Please ensure that you have a good view to the rear when you are in the
riding position.

3.4. Function check

Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged before starting your journey. We also recommend briefly checking the
brakes, horn and lights before starting your journey.