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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Front brake9Check operation, condition and free play.
5-5~ 5-7, 8-49 ~ 8-53
9Adjust if necessary.
Rear brake9Check operation and brake pad. 5-5 ~ 5-7, 8-49
Clutch9Check operation, condition and lever free play. 8-59
Parking brake9Check operation, condition and cable free play. 8-55
Fuel 9Check fuel level.
9Fill with fuel if necessary.5-9 ~ 5-11
Transmission oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-15, 8-13 ~ 8-19
Engine oil9Check oil level.
9Fill with oil if necessary.5-13
Drive chain9Check chain slack and condition.
9Adjust if necessary.5-17, 8-61 ~ 8-67
Throttle9Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-17, 8-47
Wheels and tires9Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-21 ~ 5-27, 8-73
Fittings and Fasteners9Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-17
Lights9Check for proper operation. 5-19, 8-75 ~ 8-81
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8Do not overfill the fuel tank. Fuel expands
when it heats up. If the fuel tank is over-
filled, fuel could spill out due to heat from
the engine or the sun.
8Be careful not to spill fuel, especially on
the engine or exhaust pipe which can
cause a fire and severe injury. Wipe up
any spilled fuel immediately.
8Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot.
8Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed secure-
ly.
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Engine oil
Make sure the engine oil is at the specified level.
Add oil as necessary (see page 10-2).
NOTE:
Be sure to push the cap into the filler neck until it
is properly seated.
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Recommended oil:
Air-cooled 2-stroke engine oil
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
1.3 L
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Transmission oil
Make sure the transmission oil is at the specified
level. Add oil as necessary. (See pages 8-13 ~
8-19.)
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Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain
anti-friction modifiers. Passenger car motor
oils (often labeled “Energy Conserving”)
contain anti-friction additives which will
cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage,
resulting in reduced component life and poor
engine performance.
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W30
Recommended oil classification:
API Service SE, SF, SG type or higher
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
0.7 L
Periodic oil change:
0.65 L
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Lights
Check the headlight and taillight to make sure
they are in working condition. Repair as neces-
sary for proper operation.
EBU00155
Switches
Check the operation of the headlight switch,
engine stop switch and any other switches.
Repair as necessary for proper operation.
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Starting a cold engine
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Always make sure all control cables work
smoothly before you begin riding in cold
weather. If the control cables are frozen or
do not work smoothly, you could be unable
to control the ATV, which could lead to an
accident or collision.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
3. Turn the main switch to “ON” and the engine
stop switch to “RUN”.
4. Shift the transmission into neutral.
5. Use the starter (choke) in reference to the
figure:
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Position 1: Cold engine start–
ambient temperature below 5°C .
Position 2: Cold engine start–
ambient temperature at 0°C~ 30°C
and warming up position.
Position 3: Cold engine start–
ambient temperature above 25°C
and warm engine start position.
6. Completely close the throttle lever and start
the engine by kicking the kick starter.
7. If the engine is started with the starter
(choke) in position 1, the starter (choke)
should be returned to position 2to warm up
the engine. If the engine is started with the
starter (choke) in position 2, keep the
starter (choke) in this position to warm up
the engine.
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0°10°20°30°
°C AMBIENT TEMP. / STARTER (CHOKE) POSITION
POSITION DE STARTER (CHOKE)/TEMP. AMBIANTE
POSICION DEL STARTER (CHOKE)/TEMP. AMBIENTE
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1. Fully open 2. Half open
3. Closed a. Starter (choke)
1. Pleine course 2. Mi-course
3. Fermé a. Starter (choke)
1. Abierto completamente 2. Semiabierto
3. Cerrado a. Starter (choke)
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8. Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly and return the starter (choke) to
position 3before riding.
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See the “Engine break-in” section prior to
operating engine for the first time.
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