Peugeot Kisbee - Owner's Manual > Braking

The right lever controls the front brake and the left lever controls the rear brake.

For good braking, it is very important to coordinate the following actions:

• Close the throttle.
• Operate the left and right brake levers simultaneously and slowly increase the pressure.

Using only one brake reduces braking efficiency and can lock the wheel, causing a fall.

Braking suddenly on a wet road or in a bend should be avoided.

Reduce speed on steep slopes to avoid prolonged braking, as overheating will reduce braking efficiency.

Fuel-Fuel saving

This engine is designed to run on 95 or 98 unleaded fuel only.

The fuel tank should only be fille d when the engine is completely off and avoiding overflowing. Any overflows must be wiped up immediately.

T o reduc e fu el consumption and protect your vehicle's mechanics.

• Avoid using very high revs over very short distances.
• Do not race the engine when declutched.
• Ensure that the weight of the user, the passenger, lu g gag e a n d accessories does not exceed the maximum authorised load.
• Switch off the engine, even during a short halt.

Managing fuel cons um ption is also a way of personally contributing to environmental protection.

Running in the engine

You are advised to maintain a constant speed and avoid using the vehicle at more than 80% of its maximum speed for the first 500 kilometres.

After the first 500 kilometres, the speed can be progressively increased to reach maximum speed, but avoid using this speed for extended periods.

While the engine is being run in, you are advised not to overload the vehicle to avoid the engine operating temperature rising above normal.

The engine will only reach maximum performance after several thousand kilometres.

Switching off the engine and parking

The engine is switched off when at idling speed by turning the ignition key to "OFF".

Place the vehicle on its central stand on flat ground.

Each time the vehicle is parked, the steering should be locked and the ignition key removed.

Level checks

Engine oil

The engine oil level should always be checked before you leave.

• Place the vehicle on its central stand on flat ground.
• Remove the engine's oil filler cap/gauge.
• Wipe dry the filler cap/gauge and fit it back but do not screw it into the filler hole.
• Remove the filler cap/gauge and check the oil level.

The oil level shall not be between the minimum A and maximum B level marks without exceeding the latter.

Brake fluid

The level of brake fluid must be checked regularly via the braking unit inspection window (A). If the level is close to the minimum mark, we advise you to go to a registered dealer to have the braking sy stem checked and topped up if necessary.

Tyres

Tyre pressure should be cold-checked regularly.

Incorrect pressure causes abnormal wear and affects ro ad beh a viour, thus making driving dangerous.

If the wear limit on the tread is reached (B), you are advised to go to a registered dealer to change the tyres.

When replacing tyres, you are advised to mount tyres of the same brand and equivalent quality. In case of puncture, it is forbidden to mount an inner tube in a tubeless tyre.

T yres contain substa n ces that are harmful to the environment. Your dealer is equipped to dispose of used tyres without endangering the environment in compliance with current standards.

Battery

Make sure you check that the battery is disconnecte d before performing any operations on it. Battery power leads must never be disconnected while the engine is running. Batteries contain h armful products. In case of leakage, you are advised to consult a registered dealer who is equipped to replace and dispose of batteries without endangering nature and the environment.

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