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2022 Timbersled SX 120 / ARO / RIOT Owner’s Manual

P/N 9940239

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i 2022 Timbersled SX 120 / ARO / RIOT Owner’s Manual
ii Welcome
iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Important Notes for Owners and Drivers
- 1.1.2: Preservation of the Environment
- 1.1.3: Installation
- 1.1.4: Vehicle Identification Numbers
- 1.1.5: Reporting Safety Defects
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Operator Safety
  - 2.2.1.1: Host Bike
  - 2.2.1.2: Stay Clear of Track
  - 2.2.1.3: Riding Position
  - 2.2.1.4: Rider Capacity
  - 2.2.1.5: Riding Apparel
    - 2.2.1.5.1: Safe Riding Gear
    - 2.2.1.5.2: Helmet
    - 2.2.1.5.3: Eye Protection
    - 2.2.1.5.4: Clothing
  - 2.2.1.6: Survival Preparation
  - 2.2.1.7: Excessive Speed
  - 2.2.1.8: Hidden Obstructions
  - 2.2.1.9: Driver Awareness
  - 2.2.1.10: Disabled Operators
  - 2.2.1.11: Mountainous Terrain Riding
    - 2.2.1.11.1: Get the Safety Gear
    - 2.2.1.11.2: Get to Know Your Safety Gear
    - 2.2.1.11.3: Get the Picture
    - 2.2.1.11.4: Get Out of Harm’s Way
    - 2.2.1.11.5: Get to Know Your Snow Bike
    - 2.2.1.11.6: Get the Forecast
    - 2.2.1.11.7: Get Avalanche Safety Training
    - 2.2.1.11.8: Avalanche Awareness
  - 2.2.1.12: Ice and Snow Build-up
  - 2.2.1.13: Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  - 2.2.1.14: Inadequate Snow Conditions
  - 2.2.1.15: Operating in Deep Snow
  - 2.2.1.16: Driving Downhill
  - 2.2.1.17: Driving in Hilly Terrain
  - 2.2.1.18: Cold Weather Drive-Away
  - 2.2.1.19: Maneuverability
  - 2.2.1.20: Driving Responsibly
  - 2.2.1.21: Loading Your Snow Bike
  - 2.2.1.22: Windchill/Temperature Charts
    - 2.2.1.22.1: Windchill Chart (°F)
    - 2.2.1.22.2: Windchill Chart (°C)
  - 2.2.1.23: Safety Labels and Locations
    - 2.2.1.23.1: Proper Use Warning
    - 2.2.1.23.2: Towing Warning
    - 2.2.1.23.3: Accessory Warning
Chapter 3: Features
- 3.3.1: Component Locations
- 3.3.2: Tools
- 3.3.3: Cargo Storage
- 3.3.4: Rail Ice Scratchers
- 3.3.5: Accessories
Chapter 4: The Perfect Fit
- 4.4.1: Suspension Quick Setup Guide
  - 4.4.1.1: Spring Preload Adjustment (All Models)
  - 4.4.1.2: Timbersled ARO Models
    - 4.4.1.2.1: Sport Models
    - 4.4.1.2.2: PREMIUM and PRO Models
  - 4.4.1.3: Timbersled RIOT Models
    - 4.4.1.3.1: Sport Models
    - 4.4.1.3.2: PREMIUM and PRO Models
  - 4.4.1.4: Timbersled 120 SX and 120 R Models
  - 4.4.1.5: Timbersled TSS and TSS QSL (if equipped)
Chapter 5: Pre-Ride Inspection
- 5.5.1: Pre-Ride Checklist
- 5.5.2: Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection
- 5.5.3: Before Starting the Engine
  - 5.5.3.1: Read and Understand Your Owner's Manual
  - 5.5.3.2: Steering System
  - 5.5.3.3: Brakes
    - 5.5.3.3.1: Brake Lever Travel
    - 5.5.3.3.2: Lever Feel
  - 5.5.3.4: Track
Chapter 6: Operation
- 6.6.1: Break-In Period
  - 6.6.1.1: Snow Bike System Break-In
- 6.6.2: Track Warm-Up
- 6.6.3: Slide Rail and Track Cooling
- 6.6.4: Deep Lug Track Operation
- 6.6.5: Fuel Storage
- 6.6.6: Fuel Recommendation
- 6.6.7: Daily Storage
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Host Bike Maintenance
- 7.7.2: Timbersled Recommended Maintenance Program
- 7.7.3: Periodic Maintenance Table
- 7.7.4: Lubrication
  - 7.7.4.1: Chain Lubrication
  - 7.7.4.2: Track Lubrication
- 7.7.5: Exhaust System
- 7.7.6: Suspension Maintenance
- 7.7.7: Brakes
  - 7.7.7.1: Hydraulic Brake Inspection
  - 7.7.7.2: Brake Lever Adjustment
  - 7.7.7.3: Brake Components
  - 7.7.7.4: Excessive Lever Travel
  - 7.7.7.5: Brake Fluid
  - 7.7.7.6: Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System
- 7.7.8: Drive System
  - 7.7.8.1: Drive Chain Tension
    - 7.7.8.1.1: Measuring Drive Chain Tension
    - 7.7.8.1.2: Adjusting Drive Chain Tension
  - 7.7.8.2: Chain Case Chain Tension
  - 7.7.8.3: Chain Inspection
- 7.7.9: Track Maintenance
  - 7.7.9.1: Track Inspection
  - 7.7.9.2: Track Alignment
  - 7.7.9.3: Track Tension
- 7.7.10: Ski Maintenance
- 7.7.11: Ski Skags
  - 7.7.11.1: Skag Replacement
- 7.7.12: Rail Slide Wear
- 7.7.13: Spindle Maintenance
- 7.7.14: Fall Tune-Up
- 7.7.15: Matte Clear Coat Cleaning (if equipped)
- 7.7.16: Extended Storage
  - 7.7.16.1: Cleaning and Preservation
  - 7.7.16.2: Track and Suspension
- 7.7.17: Transporting the Snow Bike
Chapter 8: Specification
- 8.8.1: Timbersled 120 SX
- 8.8.2: Timbersled 120 R
- 8.8.3: Timbersled ARO 129 SPORT
- 8.8.4: Timbersled ARO 129 S SPORT
- 8.8.5: Timbersled ARO 137 SPORT
- 8.8.6: Timbersled ARO 3 PREMIUM
- 8.8.7: Timbersled ARO 3 S PREMIUM
- 8.8.8: Timbersled ARO 3 PRO
- 8.8.9: Timbersled ARO 3 S PRO
- 8.8.10: Timbersled RIOT 120 SPORT
- 8.8.11: Timbersled RIOT 120 S SPORT
- 8.8.12: Timbersled RIOT 120 PREMIUM
- 8.8.13: Timbersled RIOT 120 S PREMIUM
- 8.8.14: Timbersled RIOT 3 PREMIUM
- 8.8.15: Timbersled RIOT 3 S PREMIUM
- 8.8.16: Timbersled RIOT 3 PRO
- 8.8.17: Timbersled RIOT 3 S PRO
- 8.8.18: Torque Tables
  - 8.8.18.1: Timbersled RIOT Master Torque Table
  - 8.8.18.2: Timbersled ARO Master Torque Table
Chapter 9: Warranty
- 9.9.1: Timbersled Conversion Systems Limited Warranty
Chapter 10: Maintenance Log
- 10.10.1: Maintenance Log
Index