Baja motorsports DR70, Operator'S Manual

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© 2010 Baja, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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WARNING:
This operator’s manual contains important safety and
maintenance information. Read it carefully and make sure
you understand all included information before riding.
Failing to follow the warnings contained in this manual
could result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
NOTICE TO PARENTS
This dirt bike is built for use by persons age 16 and older.
Never allow anyone under the age of 16 to operate the dirt
bike.
Children differ in skills, physical abilities, and judgement.
Some children may not be able to operate a dirt bike safely.
Parents should supervise their child’s use of the dirt bike at
all times. Parents should permit continued use only if they
determine that the child has the ability to operate the dirt
bike safely.
It is very important that every person who rides the dirt bike
complete a training course.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
It is important that this manual remain with the vehicle when
you transfer or loan it to another user or owner.
All information, illustrations, photographs and specifications
contained in this manual are based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication. Due to im-
provements or other changes, there may be some discrep-
ancies in this manual. We reserve the right to make product
changes at any time, without notice and without incurring
any obligation to make the same or similar changes to the
vehicle previously built or sold.
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Carefully read and understand this manual and all labels
and follow the operating procedures described.
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Never operate a dirt bike without proper instruction. Take
a training course. Beginners should receive training from a
certified instructor. Contact an authorized dirt bike dealer
or call Motorcycle Safety Foundation at 1-800-446-9227
to find out about the training courses nearest you.
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Never carry a passenger or cargo on a dirt bike.
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and extremely dangerous
gas, can cause unconsciousness or death.
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Never consume drugs or alcohol before or while operating
this dirt bike.
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Never operate a dirt bike on any paved surfaces, including
sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and streets.
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Never operate a dirt bike on any public street, road, or
highway, even a dirt or gravel one.
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Never operate the dirt bike at night. Night is defined as
the period of time 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes
after sunrise.
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Never operate a dirt bike without wearing a DOT or Snell-
approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly. You should
also wear eye protection with side shields (goggles) marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1, gloves, over the ankle boots,
long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
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Never operate this dirt bike at excessive speeds. Always
ride at a speed that is proper for the terrain, visibility,
operating conditions, and your experience.
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Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet
on the foot rests of the dirt bike during operation.
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Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely
control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and
on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces
such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to
reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
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Never operate the dirt bike on hills too steep for the dirt
bike or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before
attempting larger hills.
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Check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill.
Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose sur-
faces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle
suddenly. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
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Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
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Never operate a dirt bike in water.
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Always inspect your dirt bike each time you use it to make
sure it is in safe operating condition. Always follow the
inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules
described in this manual.
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Never modify a dirt bike through improper installation or
use of accessories.
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Always use the size and type tires specified in this manual.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this
manual.
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Check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill.
Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high
speed.
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Never exceed the stated load capacity of 130 lbs. (59 kg).
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Never ride alone. This dirt bike can go 34 miles (55 km)
in an hour, which may be farther than you can walk back
in the event of a problem with the dirt bike.
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We believe in conservation and protection of the earth’s
natural resources. We encourage every vehicle owner
and operator to do the same by obeying posted signs and
riding only in areas designated and approved for off-road
recreational use.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DIRT BIKE SAFETY,
CALL BAJA MOTORSPORTS AT 1-866-260-8630.