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OWNER’S MANUAL

CANYON250

Always wear a helmet; It could save your Life!

Do not remove this operator’s manual from this vehicle.

Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and
regulations pertaining to owning and operating an off-road vehicle.

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Page 1: ... wear a helmet It could save your Life Do not remove this operator s manual from this vehicle Please obtain review and follow provincial municipal government acts and regulations pertaining to owning and operating an off road vehicle ...

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Page 3: ...ems or damage caused by neglect or misuse of the product Engine Warranty 90 days Frame Warranty 90 days Warranty is void if Frame is bent or broken due to abuse Wheels are bent or broken Fender bent or broken due to abuse Any sign of impact accident jumping spin outs or roll over RICKY POWER SPORTS LLC is not liable for any damage claim or liability claim personal or otherwise resulting from the o...

Page 4: ...FUEL TANK CAP 14 SEAT LOCK 15 12V UTILITY SOCKET 16 RIDING YOUR ATV 17 BEFORE RIDING 17 INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING 18 BREAK IN 19 SAFETY GEAR 21 STARTING THE ENGINE 24 SHIFTING 26 BRAKING 28 TURNING 29 OPERATION ON HILLS 30 CLIMBING A HILL 30 DESCENDING A HILL 31 RIDING OVER OBSTACLES 33 SKIDDING OR SLIDING 34 RIDING THROUGH WATER 35 RIDING IN COLD WEATHER 36 DRESSING FOR COLD WEATHER RIDING 37 RIDI...

Page 5: ...T 52 FUEL HOSE 52 ENGINE OIL OIL STRAINER OIL FILTER 53 AIR FILTER 55 AIR FILTER REMOVAL AND CLEANING 56 CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 57 REAR GEAR CASE LUBRICATION 58 TIRES 59 BRAKES 62 HYDRAULIC FRONT BRAKES 63 REAR BRAKE 63 MUFFLER SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING 65 GENERAL LUBRICATION 67 TROUBLESHOOTING 68 IGNITION CHECK 69 TRANSPORTING 70 CLEANING PROCEDURE 71 STORAGE PROCEDURE 73 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 74 SPECI...

Page 6: ...ad it carefully before riding Failing to follow the warnings contained in this manual could result in INJURY or DEATH It is important that this manual remain with the vehicle when you transfer 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 impro...

Page 7: ...t every child who rides the ATV should complete a training course THIS ATV IS NOT A TOY AND COULD BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars A collision or rollover can occur quickly even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driving on hills or over obstacles if you fail to take proper precautions SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result ...

Page 8: ...and long pants Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV Never operate this ATV at excessive speeds Always go at a speed that is proper for the terrain visibility and operating conditions and your experience Never attempt wheelies jumps or other stunts Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure it is in safe operating condition Always follow the inspection an...

Page 9: ...procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hill To avoid stalling use proper gear and maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you stall or roll backwards follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual Dismount on the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill Turn the ATV around and remount following the procedure described in this manual Always c...

Page 10: ...ce speed and follow instructions in this manual for carrying cargo Allow greater distance for braking The combined weight of the rider and any accessories or cargo must never exceed the vehicle s load capacity of 187 lbs 85 kg Do not tow a trailer This vehicle is not designed for such use FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY call Ricky Power Sports LLC Safety Hotline at 1 844 250 2199 ...

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Page 12: ...ENGINE OIL Your 250cc ATV has a four stroke engine Please use oil as described in the chart below By using the prescribed oil you will realize the best lubrication for the engine Use the chart to select a viscosity rating based on the temperature range in your area NOTE In very cold weather below 5 F 15 C use SAE10W 50 for good starting and smooth operation SAE ...

Page 13: ...of the warnings labels on your ATV Make sure you understand all the labels Keep the labels on the ATV Do not remove them for any reason If a label comes off or becomes difficult to read you should get a replacement by contacting Ricky Power Sports LLC ...

Page 14: ... is on 5 Right turning light indicator Illuminates when right turning light is on 6 Ignition key switch Turn right ON Turn left OFF ATV will only start when ignition key is turned to the ON Position Make sure ignition key switch is in the OFF position when not in use 7 Emergency light button 8 Emergency light indicator Illuminates when emergency light is on 9 left turning light indicator Illuminat...

Page 15: ...engine while the Ignition Key Switch is in the ON and Engine Stop Switch is in the RUN position 4 Light switch There are 3 positions on the light switch OFF Daytime running lights and Headlights 5 High beam low beam switch 6 Parking Brake Lock While starting the engine or parking the machine especially on a slope apply the parking brake by squeezing the rear brake lever and pushing down the Parkin...

Page 16: ...r Squeeze lever toward hand grip to apply front brakes 3 Speed limiter screw The speed limiter keeps the throttle from fully opening even when the throttle is pushed to the maximum Turning the speed limiter screw clockwise limits the maximum engine power available and decreases the maximum speed Adjust this limiter screw according to the rider s skill and experience 4 Brake fluid reservoir Use DOT...

Page 17: ... the ATV is not in use RESERVE position If the fuel level in the fuel tank becomes to low for the engine to stay running while the fuel valve is in the ON position turn the fuel valve to RESERVE This will allow the engine to begin using the reserve fuel supply You will need to re fuel as soon as possible Once re fueled turn the valve back to the ON Position FUEL TANK CAP To open the fuel tank cap ...

Page 18: ...15 SEAT LOCK To remove the seat move the seat lock lever backward Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it back To lock the seat slide the seat lever into its retainer and push the seat down firmly ...

Page 19: ...ve 12V utility socket accessory cap 2 Plug in accessory making sure plug is pushed all the way in socket Note Do not use accessory more than 10 minutes without engine running doing so will drain battery 3 After use make sure cap is placed back on socket ...

Page 20: ...u don t know where you can ride Protect your riding areas When you are riding remember to keep the terrain in good condition Don t destroy plants trees or other vegetation Don t litter and don t bother wildlife With your help your riding area can remain open for use in the future After you have found a good place to practice review the control system on your ATV before riding Learn to find these c...

Page 21: ...18 INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ...

Page 22: ...o much Avoid Constant Low Rotating Speed Operating the engine at constant low rotating speed light load can cause parts to glaze and not seal properly Allow the engine to accelerate freely without exceeding the maximum throttle limit Allow the Engine Oil to Circulate Before Riding Allow enough idling time after warm or cold engine starting This allows the lubricating oil to reach all critical engi...

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Page 24: ...Motorcycle dealers can help in selecting a good quality helmet which fits properly You should wear eye protection when you ride If a rock or a branch hits your eyes you could be severely injured Wear goggles or a face shield Wear proper clothing when you ride Proper clothes can protect you from injury Wear a good pair of gloves strong boots that are over the ankle long pants and a long sleeve shir...

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Page 27: ... switch to the ON position 3 Set the engine stop switch to the ON position 4 Set the thumb lever choke to the ON position 5 Apply the rear brake lever and make sure that the rear wheels are in locking condition 6 Press the starter button START to start the engine 7 Allow engine to warm up then place the thumb lever for the choke to the OFF position ...

Page 28: ...25 When you are sure the engine is warm release the parking brake Release brake lever and open the throttle gradually to move forward ...

Page 29: ...thly As the ATV slows down shift to a lower gear by depressing the gear shift lever DRIVE SELECT LEVER The drive select lever shifts the ATV in either forward or reverse 1 Shift the gear select lever in neutral 2 Apply brakes until the vehicle comes to stop completely 3 Shift transmission into first gear 4 Push down the drive select lever pic 1 NOTE When the gear is in reverse the reverse indicato...

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Page 31: ...28 To stop the ATV first release the throttle lever And then apply the rear and front brakes smoothly ...

Page 32: ...th wheels are still turning at the same speed To turn ATV use the following technique Move your body weight forward and to the inside of the turn Turn the handlebar while looking in the direction of the turn FOR HIGHER SPEEDS OR SHARPER TURNS Use the same technique that you use when you move your body weight farther toward the inside of the turn to maintain your balance Natural turning forces whic...

Page 33: ...30 OPERATION ON HILLS Climbing a Hill ...

Page 34: ...member that you must ride at a steady speed all the way to the top of the hill 2 Shift your body forward by sliding forward on the seat Lean slightly forward For steep hills stand on the footrests and lean forward 3 Maintain a steady speed while climbing the hill 4 Slow down gradually when you reach the top of the hill Descending a Hill ...

Page 35: ... hill 2 Point the ATV straight down the hill 3 Transfer your body to the rear by sliding back on the seat 4 Ride down the hill slowly with the throttle released 5 Apply the rear brake to control the speed 6 Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill if possible ...

Page 36: ...33 RIDING OVER OBSTACLES ...

Page 37: ...e too high for your ATV or for your abilities If you are not sure that you can safely cross over an obstacle back up and ride around the obstacle SKIDDING OR SLIDING You may experience skidding or sliding when you are not braking You may be able to overcome it by using the techniques listed below If your front wheel skids Gain front wheel traction by reducing the throttle opening and leaning your ...

Page 38: ...e to cross before you ride through the water Look for a spot where the banks are gently sloped on both sides and the bottom of the stream is hard If you are unfamiliar with the area park the ATV and inspect the stream first to find a suitable spot for crossing When crossing operate the ATV at a slow steady speed Be careful not to damage banks when crossing ...

Page 39: ...walking speed Be sure to check the operation of both front and rear brakes If the brakes do not work adequately stop riding the ATV Bring the ATV to a warmer area to allow the brakes to thaw out After the brakes thaw dry them by applying them several times before riding If the brakes do not regain full stopping power ask your authorized service center to check them before you continue riding your ...

Page 40: ...n the extremities hands feet arms and legs and shivering Damp clothing contributes to hypothermia because cold water on your skin will drain heat from your body s core We strongly recommend that if you do any cold weather riding that you familiarize yourself with the symptoms treatment and prevention of hypothermia Information is available at libraries and through government agencies Plan your win...

Page 41: ...s to steering and braking on the type of terrain you will encounter on your ride Your eyes may be sensitive to sunlight when you ride over snow or ice on a bright sunny day Snow and ice reflects more light into your eyes than dirt or grass Tinted eye protection will reduce the amount of light reaching your eyes On overcast days you may find it helpful to use yellow tinted eye protection ...

Page 42: ...tch must never exceed the vehicle s load capacity of 85 Kg 187 lbs 2 Check accessory mounting brackets and other attachments to make sure they provide a rigid non movable mount 3 Accessories added to the handlebar of the ATV should be as light as possible The extra weight would cause the vehicle to be harder to steer 4 Do not add accessories or cargo which interferes with controls or other equipme...

Page 43: ...hown 1 Total weight limit is 85 Kg 187 lbs this limit includes rider accessories vertical weight on trailer hitch and cargo 2 Front rack 30 Kg 66 lbs 3 Rear rack 45 Kg 99 lbs 4 Tool kit compartment 1 7 Kg 3 75 lbs 5 Vertical weight on trailer hitch 15 Kg 33 lbs ...

Page 44: ...arly Follow the guidelines in the chart The intervals between periodic services in months are shown At the end of each interval be sure to perform the maintenance listed MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE I Inspect and clean adjust lubricate or replace if necessary C Clean R Replace T Tighten L Lubricate ...

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Page 46: ...n air valve If gap is too small valve operation will be hindered which could result in valve malfunction and failure Therefore air valve gap must be checked periodically If you have have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient instructions on adjusting the valve clearance are given in the service manual If assistance is needed please contact Ricky Power Sports LLC to find your local servi...

Page 47: ...ood condition check the color of the plug s center electrode insulator after vehicle operation A brown color indicates that the plug is correct A white or dark insulator indicates that the engine may need adjustment or another plug type may be needed Consult your authorized dealer or Ricky Power Sports LLC if your plug insulator is not a light brown color ...

Page 48: ...ce problems Use recommended spark plugs To install a spark plug turn it in as far as possible with your fingers then tighten it with a wrench Spark Plug Cross Reference TORCH D8RTC ONLY To maintain a proper functioning spark plug keep the plug free of carbon Remove carbon from the plug with a wire or pin and adjust the gap to 0 6 0 7mm 0 024 0 028 in for a good ignition Use a thickness gauge to ch...

Page 49: ...ation INITIAL SERVICE AND INSTALLATION OF BATTERY Note The following page is for vehicles with battery s containing separate electrolyte pack Most battery s will come with the electrolyte already sealed into the battery ...

Page 50: ... Never leave children unattended around battery If air bubbles cease to float to the top of the electrolyte bottles tap lightly on top DO NOT remove container from battery while it is draining Never cut or pierce electrolyte container After all the electrolyte has drained from the bottles into the battery pull plastic electrolyte bottles gently out of the battery Discard empty electrolyte bottles ...

Page 51: ...for 5 10 hours After charging is complete press down firmly with both hands to seat the caps Do not pound or hammer see figure 25 The battery is now sealed Locate battery compartment on ATV The battery compartment is located under the seat Battery terminals should be facing the front see figure 26 Once battery is firmly seated in battery compartment attach red positive cable to positive terminal o...

Page 52: ...er to remove oxidation After charging install new battery Put dielectric grease on the battery terminals to avoid corrosion Connect cables to the proper terminals Positive cable to positive terminal Å and negative cable to negative terminally Positive cable is red and larger in diameter Negative y cable is black and smaller of the two in diameter CONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE LAST Torque terminal bolts t...

Page 53: ... HEADLIGHT AND TAILLIGHT REPLACEMENT Headlight bulb replacement Turn off main key switch Locate headlights under front fender and slide back rubber moisture protector from headlight housing Push in bulb holder and turn left until tabs line up with groves Remove bulb FUSE REPLACEMENT Fuse may be bad if there is no spark while trying to start the ATV The fuse box is located under the seat directly i...

Page 54: ...ove bulb by pushing in and turning left CCW THE ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE LEVER To adjust the throttle lever play 1 Remove the adjuster cover slide back on cable 2 Loosen the throttle lever lock nut 3 Turn the large adjustment nut in or out to obtain the correct play 4 Tighten the throttle lever lock nut 5 Recheck the throttle lever free distance Re adjust it if it is not within the correct limits ...

Page 55: ...r authorized service center to perform this adjustment To adjust the idle speed 1 Start the engine and warm it up 2 Turn the engine idle screw in or out so that the engine idle speed is at 1500 150r min FUEL HOSE Inspect the fuel hose for damage and fuel leakage If any defects are found the fuel hose must be replaced ...

Page 56: ...d be in between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick 5 Add oil if oil is below minimum mark on dipstick Do Not fill above maximum mark Refer to page 9 for correct engine oil type Engine oil replacement and oil filter element cleaning The engine oil should be changed every 20 to 40 hours of operation It should be changed more often in dirty and dusty areas 1 Park vehicle on level ground 2 ...

Page 57: ...t 7 Inspect rubber O ring on the oil filter cap and replace if damaged 8 Reinstall oil filter O ring and oil filter cover 9 Reinstall oil strainer spring and cap 10 Torque drain plug to18 ft lbs 24Nm and reinstall oil filter cap 11 Fill crankcase with specified oil Refer to Pg 9 for correct oil ...

Page 58: ...vals specified If you ride in dusty wet or muddy conditions you will need to inspect the air filter element much more frequently Use the following procedures to remove the element inspect it and clean it AIR FILTER CHECKING There is a clear air filter check cap at the bottom of the air filter case If there is dust or water in this cap empty the cap and clean the air filter element and case ...

Page 59: ...place it 5 Wash the foam cover per instructions below 6 Reinstall foam cover to the air filter element 7 Reinstall air filter and close cover Make sure that the element is securely in position and the air filter is properly sealed Washing Foam Cover OF AIR FILTER ELEMENT To wash the foam cover 1 Remove foam cover from air filter element 2 Wash foam cover gently in water or a mild non flammable sol...

Page 60: ...57 CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 1 Loosen lock nut 2 Slowly rotate adjusting bolt left until resistance is felt then rotate 1 8 turn 45 deg right 3 Tighten the lock nut to the specified value 15Nm 10 8 ft lb ...

Page 61: ...ear oil 5 Tighten fill cap to 23Nm 17ft lb To change gear oil 1 Place vehicle on level ground 2 Remove gear case cover 3 Place container under gear case 4 Remove fill cap 5 Remove oil plug 6 Let oil drain out completely 7 Install the drain plug and tighten 24Nm 18 ft lb 8 Install gear cover and tighten bolts 9 Add gear oil SAE 80 API G 4 Hypoid Gear oil fill to brim of hole approx 9 oz 266ml 10 In...

Page 62: ...59 TIRES The ATV is equipped with low pressure tubeless tires of the size and type listed below ...

Page 63: ...ct handling steering response traction tire life and rider comfort Be sure that the tires are inflated to the pressures shown below Tire pressure should only be measured or adjusted when the tires are cold Recommended pressure Minimum Maximum Front 20 kpa 3psi 17kpa 2 5psi 34kpa 5psi Rear 24kpa 3 5psi 23kpa 3 3psi 34kpa 5psi ...

Page 64: ... by your authorized service center or a qualified tire repair station When breaking the tire bead loose from the wheel be extremely careful not to damage the inner wheel rim surface or the tire bead Tubeless Tire Repair If a leak or flat tire occurs due to a puncture the tire may be repaired using a plug type patch If the damage is from a cut or if the puncture cannot be repaired using a plug the ...

Page 65: ...62 BRAKING The ATV has two front disc brakes and one rear drum brake ...

Page 66: ...fected 2 Inspect the brake hose for cracks and the joint for leakage 3 Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir if level is at or below the LOWER mark inspect brake pads for wear and hydraulic system for leaks 4 To add brake fluid unscrew the 4 screws on top of the bake fluid container Add DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid Do not mix brake fluid types REAR BRAKES ...

Page 67: ...and forward when the rear foot brake is applied If the rear wheels can turn adjust the brake to lock the wheels securely 4 After any adjustment of the brake adjustment nuts check again to make sure the front rear wheels cannot turn when the brake is applied REAR BRAKE SHOE INSPECTION 1 Locate brake wear indicator on outside of brake drum 2 Check the position of the needle to see if it has reached ...

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Page 70: ...n you use your ATV in severe conditions Your authorized service center should do general lubrication as shown in the MAINTENANCE CHART The authorized service center will do general lubrication This includes the lubrication of wheel bearings swing arm bearings steering shaft holder cables etc O Oil G Grease 1 Bottom fitting of steering shaft lubricate with lithium Li based grease 2 Brake cable 3 Th...

Page 71: ... the engine stop switch is in the RUN position 3 Check that the fuel valve is in the ON position 4 Make sure there is enough fuel reaching the carburetor from the fuel tank a Loosen the drain screw which is located under the carburetor Drain the fuel from the carburetor into a container b Tighten the drain screw c Run the engine for a few seconds Shut off engine d Loosen the drain screw and check ...

Page 72: ...roperly a blue spark should jump across the spark plug gap If there is no spark take your machine to your service center COMPLAINT Engine stalls 1 Make sure there is enough fuel in the fuel tank 2 Check to see that the spark plug is not fouled Remove the spark plug and clean it Replace it if necessary 3 Make sure the fuel valve is not clogged and the fuel tank is not clogged either 4 Check the idl...

Page 73: ... in the normal position Before transporting the ATV drain the fuel from the carburetor as follows 1 Drain fuel from carburetor into an empty container by loosening the carburetor drain screw 2 When the fuel has been drained retighten the drain screw ...

Page 74: ...mud brush grass water salt water or very dusty conditions The build up of mud brush grass etc especially on the engine and exhaust system can reduce engine cooling ability conceal damage or increase wear of certain parts It is important to remove all debris during cleaning PREPARATION FOR CLEANING Wash the ATV before any mud dries on the ATV Block or seal the end of the exhaust pipe muffler using ...

Page 75: ...cessive water pressure even at remote areas such as between engine cooling fins linkages or mounting brackets Cloth rags washing mitts or cleaning brushes can be used Be careful with brushes as they may scratch plastic or painted surfaces Rinse the ATV thoroughly with clean water Dry all areas using a chamois or soft absorbent cloth INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING Remove the rags or wrapping from the ex...

Page 76: ... and wash the entire vehicle FUEL Drain the fuel from the fuel tank by a hand pump Drain the fuel from the carburetor by releasing the carburetor drain screw TIRES Inflate tires to the normal pressure EXTERNAL 1 Spray all vinyl and rubber parts with rubber protection 2 Spray unpainted surfaces with rust preventative 3 Coat painted surfaces with car wax PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE 1 Clean th...

Page 77: ...o need these numbers to help your authorized service center or Ricky Power Sports LLC order parts The frame VIN number is stamped on the front of the ATV frame as shown in the photograph The engine serial number is located on the right side of the engine housing Write down the serial numbers here for your future reference ...

Page 78: ... X Stroke 67mm x 65mm Displacement 229 cm3 Compression ratio 9 2 1 Carburetor Injection Type Air cleaner Foam TRANSMISSION Transmission Type Automatic clutch 5 speed forward 1 speed reverse ELECTRICAL Ignition type CDI Battery type 12V 14AH OIL Periodic engine oil change 53 oz 1 5L with oil filter replacement 56 oz 1 6L Total amount of engine oil 63 oz 1 8L Total amount of gear oil 9 oz 0 266L FUE...

Page 79: ... brake type Drum brake Operation Right foot operation SUSPENSION Front 2 Spring oil dampener shocks Rear 1 Spring oil dampener shock Front suspension travel 12 5mm 0 49 in Rear suspension travel 13 5mm 0 53 in TIRES Size Front AT23x7 10 Size Rear AT22x10 10 FRAME Frame type Steel Tube ...

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Page 81: ... neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications WARRANTY COVERAGE Ricky Power Sports LLC warrants that each new 2015 and later vehicle is designed built and equipped so as to conform at the time of initial retail purchase with all applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause such vehicle to fa...

Page 82: ...e liability of Ricky Power Sports LLC under this Emission Control System Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in material workmanship by an authorized dealer at its place of business during customary business hours This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the vehicle or transportation of the vehicle to from the authorized dealer Ricky Power Sports LLC is not l...

Page 83: ...80 Ricky Power Sports LLC 2651 2653 Manana Drive Dallas TX75220 Toll Free 844 250 2199 ...

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