Instructions / Assembly

OPEN
ADJ. SCREW
LOCK NUT
CLOSED
1. If one of your brake pads is rubbing on the
brake rotor when brake is not engaged,
tighten the spring adjustment screw on the
side that is rubbing until the two brake arms
rebound evenly so neither rub.
In the event the adjustment screw has been
tightened all the way down, loosen the one
on the other side.
. Check often to make sure that the cable
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adjustment screw and lock nut are closed
and securely tightened. “Closed” means
that the cable slots are not aligned.
Note for Goofy Foot Riders:
Typically people ride with their brake
system at the back of the board. Boards are
assembled for “Regular” foot riders. “Goofy”
foot riders may want to move the brake to
the other end of the board.
WARNING - Removing hub hardware
with an inflated tube will cause the hub
to explode. Always deflate tube before
removing hub hardware!
1. Deflate tube.
2. Loosen axle nut and remove wheel
from axle.
3. Remove hub hardware and pull the
two hub halves apart.
4. Change tube or tread as needed
then reassemble wheel.
5. Tighten hub hardware completely
prior to inflating tubes*.
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WARRANTY
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ASSEMBLE WHEELS ON BOARD
ADJUSTMENT - ATS TRUCKS
ADJUSTMENT - MATRIX II TRUCKS
ADJUSTMENT - F1 BINDINGS
ADJUSTMENT - BRAKES
ADJUSTMENT - F5 BINDINGS
CHANGING TUBES & TIRES
MAINTENANCE & TOOLS
MBS Consumer Warranty Policy
MBS Mountainboards warrants MBS products against defects in workmanship
and/or materials to the original retail purchaser for a period of one year from the
original date of retail purchase. Warranty is limited to manufacturer's defects in
workmanship or materials. The warranty is void if the product is damaged due to
misuse or abuse, modifications to the product, improper assembly or repairs, or
damage incurred in competition or commercial use.
EXCLUSIVITY
WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN THIS PROVISION ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN
LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USING OR
TRADE. MBS MOUNTAINBOARDS MAKES NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS
MBS MOUNTAINBOARDS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO UPDATE MODEL
DESIGNS, OR SUBSTITUTE MODELS WITH GRAPHIC AND/OR COLOR
CHANGES. PRODUCT REPLACEMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO ITEM
AVAILABILITY. IF AN EXACT REPLACEMENT IS NOT AVAILABLE,
REPLACEMENT WILL BE MADE WITH A COMPARABLE ITEM OF EQUAL
OR GREATER VALUE.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN CONTRACT, IN TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE), OR OTHERWISE FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS OF OTHER
PROPERTY, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT, CLAIMS OF CUSTOMERS OF THE BUYER,
OR FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL
SELLER'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE GOODS IN
RESPECT OF WHICH DAMAGES ARE CLAIMED. THE OBLIGATION OF
MBS MOUNTAINBOARDS AND BUYERS SOLE REMEDY UNDER ITS
LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SUPPLY OF A REPLACEMENT FROM
REGULAR PRODUCT INVENTORY LINES. MBS MOUNTAINBOARDS
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER COSTS INCURRED NOR
SHALL MBS MOUNTAINBOARDS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
When you buy an MBS Mountainboard you’re buying the
MBS Guarantee. If for any reason your MBS purchase falls
short of your expectations please contact our customer
service desk so we can resolve your issue.
FOR WARRANTY ISSUES PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO
PLACE OF PURCHASE. CONTACT MBS DIRECTLY.
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WARNING
Children should always be supervised by an adult
while riding.
Always wear a helmet, wrist guards, and knee and
elbow pads.
We recommend wearing long sleeves, long pants,
hip pads, eye protection, gloves and sturdy
footwear with ankle support.
Exercise extreme caution at all times.
Never ride where there is vehicular traffic.
Never ride at night or under poor visibility.
Before riding any terrain assess all obstacles and
potential dangers natural and/or man-made.
Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Observe all rules and regulations when riding on
public or private lands.
Always ride in control and within the limits of your
own ability.
Whether or not you ride with a brake, you must
know how to stop in an emergency by
powersliding as explained in this manual.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Riding mountainboards is an inherently risky
activity and could cause serious injury or death.
Purchasers and users of this mountainboard
must read and adhere to the safety guidelines in
this manual.
RIDE GUIDE
c. LINKED TURNS
d. POWERSLIDE
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STOP
STOP
STOP
b. J TURN - HEEL SIDE
a. J TURN - TOE SIDE
1. Tire Pressure
The less air in your tires, the
slower you will go. 10 - 15 psi is
recommended for beginners.
2. Place to Learn
The best place to learn is a wide
open mellow grass hill with a flat
section at the bottom.
3. Good Body Position
The rider in the diagram has
good body position. He is
relaxed. His knees are bent. He
is looking in the direction he
wants to go.
4. Turning to Slow
The main way to control speed
is by turning. The harder you
turn, the slower you will go.
5. J-Turns (fig. a & b)
Your first turn should be a J-Turn. A J-turn is a single turn that
gradually slows you down as your board begins to turn back uphill
(drawing the shape of J). When your board is at a complete stop
step off, walk back up, and try it again. Start with the turning
direction that feels most comfortable to you (toe or heel). Once you
have mastered that direction try the other.
Note: Start from the side of the hill that will give you the most room
for the turn you are planning to make.
6. Linked Turns (fig. c)
When you have mastered single J-turns start linking your turns
together. To stop do a J-turn. Remember to look and turn your
upper body in the direction you want to go.
7. Powerslide to Stop (fig. d)
A powerslide is like an extreme J-turn used to stop yourself over a
short distance. Get in an extra low stance. Shift your weight to your
front foot. Grab the toe-side of your deck with your trailing hand
then lean hard on your heel-side edge to turn your board sharply to
a stop. When done correctly your rear wheels will slide a little. If
your rear wheels do not slide, shift more weight to your front foot.
Rear wheels
slide to a stop.
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1. Assemble wheels onto trucks as shown below.
-ATS trucks: Slide spacer onto axle first, then wheel, then axle nut.
-Matrix trucks: No spacer is required. The bearing will rest against a small lip on axle.
ATS
TRUCKS
MATRIX
TRUCKS
SPACER
AXLE
NUT
AXLE
NUT
NO SPACER
TIGHTEN
TIGHTEN
TIGHTEN
ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS*
LOOSEN
LOOSEN
2. Tighten axle nut.
Use 5/8" (16mm) spanner to tighten
nut clockwise until it stops, then
loosen nut approx 1/4 turn so
wheel spins freely.
Confirm axle threads
fully engage nut’s
nylon insert.
Use a 9/16" (14mm) spanner or standard skate tool
to tighten or loosen your king pin nut.
Tightening increases turning resistance
making board more stable / less
maneuverable. Recommended for
higher speeds and heavier riders.
Loosening decreases turning
resistance making board more
maneuverable, but less stable.
Recommended for carving at
low speeds and lighter riders.
Use 4mm hex key to tighten or loosen adjustment screws on underside
of Matrix II hanger. Tightening / loosening have same impact as above.
*Matrix II trucks allow advanced rider to fine tune their ride by adjust toe-side and heel-
side resistence independently, but for most riders MBS recommends even resistence.
MINIMUM COMPRESSION
Most Maneuverable / Least Stable
Recommended for lighter riders and
carving tight turns at low speeds.
No gap between shock
and truck hanger surface
MAXIMUM COMPRESSION
Most stable / Least maneuverable
Recommended for heavier riders and
higher speeds.
1/4" (3mm) gap between shock
and truck hanger surface
NOTE:
BOTTOM SURFACE OF SHOCK
MUST NOT RISE ABOVE
TOP SURFACE OF HANGER CHANNEL
HANGER
TOP TRUCK
SHOCK
BLOCK
To fit F1 Bindings to your feet open velcro straps, place feet on board with
even toe and heel overhang, then secure Velcro straps over feet. Once the
binding has been sized for your food. To get into bindings insert foot into
binding then rotate (toes in / heels out) to secure foot in binding. Reverse to
get out (toes out / heels in).
INSERT
ROTATE
ROTATE
1. Before each ride check all hardware is tight and components working properly.
2. Rinse board off with fresh water after each ride.
3. Dry thoroughly.
3. Oil metal components to reduce rust.
The main tools you need to work on your board are as follows:
- 3mm hex key: Hub screws
- 4mm hex key: Truck and binding mounting screws, Matrix II adjustment screws.
- 5mm hex key: Brake arms.
- 10mm spanner: Binding mounting nuts, Matrix II king pin nut.
- 5/8" (16mm) spanner: Axle nuts
Note: MBS ShockBlocks are available in other hardnesses. If you want your trucks
tighter or looser than standard adjustment allows try a harder or softer ShockBlock.
Coarse Adjustment
Adjust bindings for the size of your shoes using the cam-lock buckle on the toe-
side F5 ladder strap. For maximum comfort MBS recommends smallest setting
possible that allows ratchet buckle to easily reach heel-side ladder strap.
Fine Adjustment
Tighten / Loosen F5 binding straps using the ratchet buckle on the heel-side
ladder strap. To tighten, lift ratchet lever with your thumb. To loosen, pull
release lever with your finger.
CAM-LOCK CLOSED
SMALLEST SETTING
LARGEST SETTING
CAM-LOCK CLOSED
CAM-LOCK OPEN
TIGHTEN
LOOSEN
*Maximum tire pressure is the lower value of max. hub psi and max. tire psi.
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