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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on acquiring your new Sturgis R18 Trike conversion.Please take the necessary time to become
familiar with your vehicle by reading this owner’s manual. The more you know and understand about your
particular unit the safer and more enjoyable your riding experience will be.
This manual is a supplement to the motorcycle owner’s manual, not a replacement for it. Follow all procedures
required and recommended by the motorcycle owner’s manual.
For more information on Sturgis Trike BV and the products we offer , please visit our website.
www.sturgistrike.com
SAFELY OPERATING YOUR R18 TRIKE
Sturgis Trike BV is committed to offering safe vehicle platforms which accommodate user friendly operation;
however, it is necessary for the user to take precautions and follow safety guidelines while operating vehicle. In
order to safely operate your R18 Trike,please carefully follow these guidelines as well as the general guidelines
for motorcycle operation which can be found in the original motorcycle manual:
Only operate if you have the proper licensing in your country or state Most states require a motorcycle
license or a trike license to operate a three wheeled vehicle. Some European countrys required a car
license.
Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear while operating/riding this vehicle.
Become familiar with the vehicle’s controls before operating the vehicle,using the motorcycle’s owner’s
manual as a reference.
Follow all traffic laws while operating the vehicle
Unlike a motorcycle ,a trike has to be steered through the turns. DO NOT LEAN STEER THROUGH
TURNS.
Follow the maintenance schedule for your particular model in order to ensure the vehicle is
mechanically functioning properly.The maintenance schedule can be found in the Maintenance/Service
section of the Owner’s Manual.
Do not load the trike with passengers, cargo, accessoires, etc that will result in exceeding the
recommended load capacity.This will ensure the vehicle is operating within its designed conditions.
CAPACITY LIMITS
In order to ensure safe operating conditions for your trike,its imperative to follow the load limits and guidelines
listed below in Table 1. These guidelines and load limits are a combination of the motorcycle manufaturer’s
recommended capacity limits,found in the original owner’s manual, and Sturgis Trike’s capacity limits.
