MAINTENANCE of the Flybar 800

MAINTENANCE of the Flybar 800
It’s important to examine your Flybar 800’s mechanism periodically to check that all its parts are in good working order. First, remove the shell by unscrewing the six screws around the base, and sliding it off.

Note: Whenever replacing the Flybar’s outer shell be sure to have the 6 bolt holes in the shell properly aligned with their corresponding threads on the Flybar core. This will guide the bolts properly into the Flybar core and prevent the threads from stripping. Do not force the bolts - if they do not screw in easily, remove and realign them.

Maintenance of the Flybar 800 Thrusters
If engaged, a thruster will naturally lose a little elasticity over time and stretch out. The Flybar has been designed so that you can reposition aging thrusters to ensure they still deliver optimal performance.When to reposition a thruster: If the hanger, when disengaged, brushes against the upper mount, it’s time to make the adjustment.

How to reposition a thruster: You’ll notice that the bottom of each thruster is attached to a plastic anchor equipped with three flanges. Initially, the lowest of these three flanges is used to engage the thruster in the lower mount. Grip the anchor and disengage it by pulling outwards. Now, re-engage the anchor. Shift it down to the next-lowest flange and push it back into place.

Replacing a thruster: If, for any reason, you need a new thrusters, contact your dealer or www.flybar.com

Maintenance of the Flybar 800 Bearings: The Flybar uses sliding plastic bearings designed to last for several years, but inevitably they will wear somewhat with use. To prolong bearing life, try to keep the piston clean of sand and grit. If you notice that your piston has begun to wobble seriously from side to side, you may need to replace the bearings.

Contact your dealer or www.Flybar.com for a bearing-replacement kit, including instructions.

Maintenance of the Flybar 800 Skid Plates: It’s not always the tip that hits the terrain first. Advanced users—or reckless novices—will sometimes land on the foot pegs, intentionally or not. The bottom of each foot peg is equipped with a skid plate to protect the Flybar (and the terrain), but if the plate has cracked, or has worn to the point where its screw heads are exposed, it needs to be replaced. Contact your dealer or www.Flybar.com for a skid-plate replacement kit, including instructions.

Maintenance of the Flybar 800 Shock Pad: The shock pad is the rubber cushion attached to the top surface of the Flybar core. If this pad becomes visibly damaged it should be replaced. Order a replacement kit from your dealer or from the flybar 800 website; instructions will be enclosed.

Tip: The Flybar’s rubber tip is designed for heavy-duty use, but if it cracks or becomes excessively worn, it’s time to toss it. Order a replacement kit from your dealer or from www.flybar.com; instructions will be enclosed.

Repositioning Thruster Anchors
Lubricants: We don’t recommend using lubricants, but if you want to experiment, choose a dry
graphite lubricant. Oil- and grease-based lubricants can carry grit up into the mechanism, which tends to wear out the bearings.

Storing Your Flybar 800: If you’re are planning to store your Flybar for a significant
period of time, disengage all the thrusters (they’ll last longer) and store it in a cool, dry place where it’s unlikely to experience extreme