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LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS .......................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .........................2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION.....................................3-1
Identification number records ...............3-3
Key identification number .....................3-5
Vehicle identification number ...............3-5
Model label ...........................................3-7
CONTROL FUNCTIONS..........................4-1
Main switch ...........................................4-1
Indicator lights ......................................4-3Handlebar switches ..............................4-5
Throttle lever ........................................4-9
Speed limiter ......................................4-11
Front brake lever ................................4-13
Rear brake lever .................................4-13
Parking brake .....................................4-15
Drive select lever ................................4-17
Fuel tank cap ......................................4-17
Fuel cock ............................................4-19
Starter (choke) ....................................4-21
Seat ....................................................4-23
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...................5-1
Front and rear brakes ...........................5-5
Fuel ......................................................5-7
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT .........................................8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit .................8-3
Periodic maintenance/Lubrication ........8-7
Engine oil ............................................8-13
Transmission oil .................................8-21
Spark plug inspection .........................8-27
Engine and V-belt compartment
air filter element cleaning .................8-31
Idle speed adjustment ........................8-41
Valve clearance adjustment ...............8-43
Throttle lever adjustment ....................8-43
Front and rear brake shoe
inspection .........................................8-45
Front brake lever free play
adjustment ........................................8-47
Rear brake adjustment .......................8-55
Drive chain slack check ......................8-57
Drive chain slack adjustment ..............8-59Lublicating and drive chain .................8-63
Draining the V-belt compartment ........8-65
Cable inspection and lubrication ........8-67
Brake lever lubrication ........................8-69
Knuckle shaft, lower arms and
steering shaft lubrication ..................8-69
Wheel removal ...................................8-71
Wheel installation ...............................8-71
Battery ................................................8-73
Replenishing the battery fluid .............8-77
Fuse replacement ...............................8-81
Replacing the headlight bulb ..............8-83
Tail/brake light bulb replacement .......8-87
Headlight beam adjustment ................8-89
Troubleshooting ..................................8-91
Troubleshooting chart .........................8-95
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8Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or
in water deeper than that recommended in
this manual. Remember that wet brakes may
have reduced stopping ability. Test your
brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply
them several times to let friction dry out the
linings.
8Always be sure there are no obstacles or peo-
ple behind you when you operate in reverse.
When it is safe to proceed in reverse, go
slowly.
8Always use the size and type tires specified in
this manual.
8Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in this manual.
8Never modify an ATV through improper instal-
lation or use of accessories.
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DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION1. Seat 11. Rear brake lever
2. Drive select lever 12. Parking brake
3. Headlight 13. Reverse indicator light
4. Front cover 14. Neutral indicator light
5. Front wheel 15. Front brake lever
6. Starter (choke) 16. Throttle lever
7. Fuel cock 17. Main switch
8. Rear wheel 18. Fuel tank cap
9. Tail/brake light 19. Handlebar switches
10. FootboardNOTE:
The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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4-7
NOTE:
If the starter switch is pushed with the main
switch “ON” and the engine stop switch “OFF”,
the starter motor will be activated but the engine
will not start. To start the engine, be sure to
position the engine stop switch at “RUN”.EBU01128Light switch “LIGHTS”
Turn the switch to the “LO” position to switch on
the low beam and the tail/brake light.
Turn the switch to the “HI” position to switch on
the high beam and the tail/brake light.
Turn the switch to the “OFF” position to switch
off the headlight and the tail/brake light.NOTE:
The headlight and the tail/brake light can be
turned on only when the engine is started.
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EBU00070Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the right han-
dlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to apply the
front brake.EBU00072Rear brake lever
The rear brake lever is located on the left han-
dlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to apply the
rear brake.
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1. Front brake lever1. Levier de frein avant1. Palanca del freno delantero
1. Rear brake lever1. Levier de frein arrière1. Palanca del freno trasero
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EBU00075Parking brake
Use the parking brake when you have to start
the engine or park the machine, especially on a
slope. Apply the rear brake lever and push down
the lock plate to apply the parking brake.
Squeeze the rear brake lever to release the
parking brake.w8Always set the parking brake before start-
ing the engine. The ATV could start mov-
ing unexpectedly if the parking brake is
not applied. This could cause loss of con-
trol or a collision.
8Always be sure you have released the
parking brake before you begin to ride.
The brake could overheat if you ride the
ATV without releasing the parking brake.
You could lose braking performance
which could cause an accident. You could
also wear out the brakes prematurely.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes• Check operation, condition and free play. 5-5 – 5-7,
• Adjust if necessary. 8-45 – 8-55
Fuel • Check fuel level.• Fill with fuel if necessary.5-7 – 5-11
Engine oil and• Check oil level. 5-11 – 5-15,
transmission oil• Fill with oil if necessary. 8-13 – 8-25
Drive chain• Check chain slack and condition.
5-15, 8-57 – 8-63
• Adjust if necessary.
Throttle• Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-15Wheels and tires• Check tire pressure, wear and damage. 5-19 – 5-25, 8-71Fittings and fasteners• Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-15
Battery• Check fluid level.
5-17, 8-73 – 8-79
• Fill with distilled water if necessary.
Lights• Check for proper operation. 5-17, 8-83 – 8-87
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