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OWNER'S MANUAL
RECOIL iS
640689-G
ISSUED JULY 2014
REVISED FEBRUARY 2016

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Richard kremer
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Need an exploded parts view and dealer

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Mr. Anderson
February 27, 2025

For dealer information, you can contact a local dealer, which can be located at www.BADBOYBUGGIES.com. The manual does not specify where to find an exploded parts view.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL RECOIL iS 640689-G ISSUED JULY 2014 REVISED FEBRUARY 2016...
  • Page 2 Most service procedures can be accomplished using common tools. Perform service procedures at intervals shown in the Periodic Service Schedule located elsewhere in this manual. Repair or replacement parts are available through your BAD BOY BUGGIES retailer. The following information is needed when contacting us concerning service or parts for your vehicle:...
  • Page 3 Bad Boy Buggies reserves the right to incorporate engineering and design changes to products in this manual, without obligation to include these changes on units sold previously. The information contained in this manual may be revised periodically by Bad Boy Buggies, and therefore is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 4 FORWARD This vehicle has been designed and manufactured in the United States of America (USA). The Standards and Specifications listed in the following text originate in the USA unless otherwise indicated. The use of non-Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts may void the warranty.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY GENERAL ......................... 1 NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, AND DANGERS ........... 1 GENERAL OPERATION....................2 MAINTENANCE ........................ 4 VENTILATION........................4 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS................... 5 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS................... 6 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE DIMENSIONS AND INCLINE INFORMATION ..........8 INTRODUCTION FEATURES ........................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS PIN AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION................. 15 BEFORE INITIAL USE..................... 16 PORTABLE CHARGER....................17 Using the Charger ....................18 OPERATING THE VEHICLE ................... 19 Key Switch Operation ..................20 Max Speed / Range Switch .................20 Light Switch Operation ..................20 Brake Operation ....................20 Park Brake Operation ..................20 Accelerator Operation ..................20 Truck Bed Latch Operation .................21...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS WHEELS AND TIRES..................... 32 Tire Repair ......................32 Wheel Installation ....................33 Unidirectional Tires .................... 33 WHEEL ALIGNMENT ..................... 33 Wheel Alignment ....................33 BRAKES.......................... 34 Master Cylinder ....................34 Bleeding Brakes ....................34 Park Brake Adjustment ..................35 POWERTRAIN........................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. SAFETY GENERAL For any questions on material content in this manual, contact an authorized representative for clarification. Read all labels located on the vehicle. Always replace any damaged or missing labels. On steep hills, it is possible for vehicle to obtain higher speeds than possible on flat ground.
  • Page 10: General Operation

    E-Z-GO strongly suggests that all users and maintenance personnel read this entire manual pay- ing particular attention to the CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS contained therein. For questions regarding this vehicle, contact your BAD BOY BUGGIES dealer or write to the address on the back cover of this publication, Attention: Customer Care Department.
  • Page 11 SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. and traffic conditions. Consider environmental factors which affect the terrain and the abil- ity to control the vehicle. Avoid driving fast downhill. Sudden stops or change of direction may result in a loss of control.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. • Maintain adequate distance between vehicles. • Reduce speed in wet areas. • Reduce speed and use extreme caution when approaching sharp or blind turns. •...
  • Page 13: Labels And Pictograms

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS WARNING USE CAUTION IN OPERATE FROM INCLEMENT WEATHER DRIVERS SIDE OPERATOR MUST OCCUPANT MUST NO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION ONLY BE MIN 150 CM...
  • Page 14: Labels And Pictograms

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS WARNING USE CAUTION IN OPERATE FROM DRIVERS SIDE INCLEMENT WEATHER OPERATOR MUST OCCUPANT MUST NO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION ONLY BE MIN 150 CM...
  • Page 15: General Specifications

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: RECOIL iS TYPE: ELECTRIC OFF ROAD VEHICLE MODEL YEAR: 2015 Part No: 640370G01 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION CONFIGURATION HIGHLIGHTS Programmable AC Drive System: Factory programmable to application Solid State variable frequency AC speed controllers...
  • Page 16: Vehicle Dimensions And Incline Information

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. VEHICLE DIMENSIONS AND INCLINE INFORMATION 76.5” (194 cm) 52.5” (134 cm) 70” (178 cm) 112” 43.75” (285 cm) (111 cm) 113”...
  • Page 17 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. INTRODUCTION FEATURES General Information If the vehicle is equipped with factory installed custom accessories, some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the ‘OFF’...
  • Page 20: Max Speed / Range Switch

    INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. 5. Max Speed / Range Switch This is a two position switch located on the dash to the right of the key switch. The top position is the Max Speed setting.
  • Page 21: Truck Bed Latch

    INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. 13. Truck Bed Latch A truck bed latch is located at the front of the manual lift truck bed. It is used to raise and lower the manual lift truck bed.
  • Page 22: Rear Seat / Load Deck (If Equipped)

    INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. 19. Rear Seat / Load Deck (If Equipped) The rear facing seat is designed for two occupants. The rear seat can be converted to a load deck by unfolding the seat bottom. 20.
  • Page 23: Pin And Serial Number Location

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. OPERATING PROCEDURES PIN AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION The PIN plate is riveted to the frame below the seat wrap panel. Two serial number labels, Part A and Part B, and a PIN label are attached to the frame below the truck bed.
  • Page 24: Before Initial Use

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Do not drive through water that is more than 12 inches (30 cm) deep. To prevent inadvertent movement when the vehicle is left unattended, engage the parking brake, turn key to OFF position and remove key from switch.
  • Page 25: Portable Charger

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Hydrogen gas is generated as a natural part of the lead acid battery charging process. A 4% con- centration of hydrogen gas is explosive and could cause severe injury or death.
  • Page 26: Using The Charger

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Looping the DC cord through the steering wheel when charging serves as a good reminder to store the cord out of the way when finished with charging.
  • Page 27: Operating The Vehicle

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. OPERATING THE VEHICLE Improper use of the vehicle or the lack of proper maintenance may result in damage or decreased performance.
  • Page 28: Key Switch Operation

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Key Switch Operation Key Switch When the key is turned to the far left, the vehicle electrical system is off and not operational.
  • Page 29: Truck Bed Latch Operation

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Truck Bed Latch Operation Pull upward on the handle to release the truck bed latching mechanism, allow- ing the front of the bed to be raised. Bed Latch Handle Seat Belt Operation Seat belts must be worn by all occupants whenever vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 30: Common Sense Operation

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. COMMON SENSE OPERATION Never transport loaded firearms on or in vehicle. Check that firearms are unloaded with the safety engaged and are properly secured with muzzle pointing in a safe direction before operating vehicle.
  • Page 31: Starting The Vehicle On A Hill

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. On a downhill slope, it is possible for the vehicle to achieve speeds greater than if it were operating on flat terrain. Limit downhill speed to 5 mph (8 kph) with use of the service brake.
  • Page 32: Truck Bed

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. TRUCK BED Do not allow passengers to ride in truck bed. Severe injury or death could result if a passenger should fall out, if vehicle is involved in an accident, or if vehicle makes a sudden maneuver.
  • Page 33 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. To prevent severe injury or death to operator, occupants or bystanders, consider the following when selecting an object to attach the cable to: Make sure the object cannot be pulled over or otherwise damaged.
  • Page 34 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Damper Nylon Sling Use a Nylon Sling and Install Do Not Hook Cable to Itself a Damper when Winching Stay clear of the winch, the cable and the cable hook.
  • Page 35 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 36 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. MAINTENANCE VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE To reduce the possibility of severe injury or vehicle damage, read and understand all instructions supplied by manufacturer of pressure washer.
  • Page 38: Lifting The Vehicle

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LIFTING THE VEHICLE Tool List Floor Jack..............1 Jack Stands..............4 Wheel Chocks ............. 4 To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death from a vehicle falling from a jack: Always place chocks in front and behind the wheels not being raised.
  • Page 39: Lift Rear Of Vehicle

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Raise the vehicle with jack and position the jack stands under the frame where the instrument panel support is attached to the frame.
  • Page 40: Wheels And Tires

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. WHEELS AND TIRES A tire explosion can cause severe injury or death. Never exceed the inflation pressure rating on the tire sidewall.
  • Page 41: Wheel Installation

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Wheel Installation Front of Vehicle To reduce the possibility of component damage, do not tighten lug nuts to more than 85 ft. lbs. (115 Nm) torque. Valve Stem Cap It is important to follow the ‘cross sequence’...
  • Page 42: Brakes

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Adjust both tie rods equally to obtain the correct toe-in. Hold tie rod (2) with an open end wrench, loosen the jam nut (1) and turn the adjustment shaft (3) to move the wheel in the desired direction.
  • Page 43: Park Brake Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Never return brake fluid to the original container or reuse brake fluid due to the possibility of con- tamination by dirt, grease, moisture. Contaminated brake fluid could cause failure of the braking system.
  • Page 44: Axles

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Wear eye protection when working on the vehicle. Use extra care when working around batteries, or using solvents or compressed air. To reduce the possibility of causing an electrical arc, which could result in a battery explosion, turn off all electrical loads from the battery before removing battery wires.
  • Page 45: Battery Charging And Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE Battery Safety Always observe the following warnings when working on or near batteries. To prevent battery explosion that could result in severe personal injury or death, keep all smoking materials, open flames or sparks away from the batteries.
  • Page 46: Battery

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Battery A battery is defined as two dissimilar metals immersed in an acid. If the acid is absent or if the metals are not dissimilar, a battery has not been created.
  • Page 47: Temperature Affects Battery Capacity

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Temperature Affects Battery Capacity Battery storage capacity is affected by the temperature; the colder it is, the less energy it is able to store; as temperature increases, so does the storage capacity of the battery.
  • Page 48 MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Over the life of the battery, a considerable amount of water is Impurity Parts Per consumed. It is important that the water used be pure and free Million of contaminants that could reduce the life of the battery by Color...
  • Page 49: Cleaning Batteries

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Cleaning Batteries When cleaning the outside of the batteries and terminals, do not use a water hose without first spraying the batteries with a solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water to neutralize any acid deposits.
  • Page 50: Battery Removal And Installation

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Battery Removal and Installation Improper handling of high voltage wiring, batter- ies, or control systems could result in serious or fatal injury by electric shock.
  • Page 51: Battery Charging

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Battery Charging The battery charger is designed to fully charge the battery set. If the batteries are severely deep cycled, some automatic battery chargers contain an electronic module that may not activate and the battery charger will not function.
  • Page 52: Using A Hydrometer

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. To prevent battery explosion that could result in severe personal injury or death, never insert a metal thermometer into a battery. Use a hydrometer with a built in thermometer that is designed for testing batteries.
  • Page 53: Hardware

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. As a battery ages the specific gravity of the electrolyte will decrease at full charge. This is not a reason to replace the bat- tery providing all cells are within fifty points of each other.
  • Page 54 MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 55: Periodic Service Schedule

    PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE CH - CHECK C&A - CHECK & ADJUST CL - CLEAN R - REPLACE REMARKS Tires - pressure, condition of tires &...
  • Page 56 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 59 Read the following warnings before operating vehicle: Read the following information and warnings before operating vehicle: In any product, components will eventually fail to perform prop- erly as the result of normal use, age, wear or abuse. It is virtually impossible to anticipate all possible component failures or the manner in which they may fail.
  • Page 60 CONTACT US: Bad Boy Buggies 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta, Georgia 30906-3852 USA FAX: 855-256-9900 E-mail: info@badboybuggies.com For parts and repair, contact local dealer. Dealers can be located at www.BADBOYBUGGIES.com Copyrighted Material This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express permission of E-Z-GO Division of Textron Inc.,...

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