KYMCO Super 8 150 Owner'S Manual Download

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Do not remove this Owner’s Manual from the vehicle. Read this manual carefully

before operating the vehicle as it contains important safety information.

Summary of Contents for Super 8 150

Page 1: ...Do not remove this Owner s Manual from the vehicle Read this manual carefully before operating the vehicle as it contains important safety information...

Page 2: ...important information is called out in this manual by the following icons and notations WARNING CAUTION NO NO NO NO NOTE TE TE TE TE The SAFETY ALERT symbol with the exclamation point in the triangle...

Page 3: ...on 18 19 Fuel Level Filler Cap 19 Fuel Recommendation 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS Steering Handlebar Inspection 20 Instrument Inspection 20 Brake Adjustment Pad Inspection 21 Horn Lights Inspection 22 Chassi...

Page 4: ...r vehicle and manufactured to meet KYMCO s demanding stan dards Keep this owner s manual aboard your scooter at all times so that you can refer to it whenever you need information This manual should b...

Page 5: ...g these limits and staying within them will help you to avoid accidents Always ride with both hands on the handlebars SCOOTER SAFETY Keep your scooter in safe condition For safe riding it is important...

Page 6: ...r hands warm and help pre vent blisters cuts burns and bruises A motorcycle or scooter riding suit or jacket that has been designed for comfort as well as protection Bright colored and reflective clot...

Page 7: ...mproperly loading your scooter will affect its stability and han dling You should ride at reduced speeds when you are carry ing a passenger or cargo Follow these guidelines whenever you carry a passen...

Page 8: ...cessories Use extreme caution when selecting and installing the ac cessories for your scooter No modifications KYMCO strongly advises you against removing any original equipment from or modifying your...

Page 9: ...ver AS Front Turn Signal BT Ignition Switch BK VIN VehicleIdentificationNumber NOTE Your scooter may differ slightly in appearance from the images in this manual NOTE Write your scooter s VIN and ESN...

Page 10: ...Steering lock After locking the ignition switch turn the handlebar gen tly to confirm that the steering is locked Do not turn the ignition switch to the lock position when riding as this could cause...

Page 11: ...o activate the starter motor Engine stop switch 1 1 1 1 1 The engine stop switch turns off the ignition stopping the en gine The scooter s lights and horn will still function To prevent damage to the...

Page 12: ...ed as well Dimmer switch DOWN 4 4 4 4 4 switch position turns the headlight low beam on Passing light button PRESS DOWN 5 5 5 5 5 Press down on the rocker switch to rapidly flick the head light high b...

Page 13: ...ling and stability may be severely affected Do not leave the ignition switch key under the seat Helmet posts Your Super 8 scooter has two helmet posts AK so you can secure your helmet s outside of the...

Page 14: ...stand center stand Your Super 8 scooter is equipped with a main center stand Always park your the scooter on firm level ground to help prevent it from falling over If you must park on an incline aim...

Page 15: ...ignal Indicator Light Flashes when the left turn signal is being used Passenger foot pegs Your Super 8 scooter is equipped with additional pegs for use when you are carrying a passenger 1 To move the...

Page 16: ...ool This aids in the mating process of the engine and transmis sion components It is essential that some stress be placed on these components during break in to ensure this mating process Donot howeve...

Page 17: ...r Failure to break in your tires could cause the tires to slip and could result in you losing control of the scooter Use extra care when riding on new tires Perform proper break in of the tires as des...

Page 18: ...if required page 17 Check for leaks 2 Front and rear brakes Check operation make sure there is proper free play at the levers page 17 Inspect the brake pads and shoes for wear page 21 3 Tires Check co...

Page 19: ...level inspection NOTE Park your scooter on the main stand on level ground Use extreme caution when performing the oil level in spection or any other checks if the scooter s engine has been recently r...

Page 20: ...35 0 PSI 2 5 kg cm2 Front tire rider only 25 0 PSI 1 75 kg cm2 Rear tire rider only 29 0 PSI 2 0 kg cm2 Front tire rider passenger 25 0 PSI 1 75 kg cm2 Rear tire rider passenger 32 0 PSI 2 25 kg cm2 2...

Page 21: ...Do not overfill the tank There should be no fuel in the filler neck 7 7 7 7 7 Excess fuel can contaminate the evapo rative emission canister resulting in poor driveability Fuel recommendation Use unl...

Page 22: ...ndlebars for damage and to make sure the steering s side to side and up and down movement is smooth If you detect any looseness or abnormal sounds dur ing your steering inspection do not ride your sco...

Page 23: ...KYMCO dealer for braking system service PRI Brake lever free play inspection adjustment Before riding inspect the rear brake lever free play and adjust it to the specified amount Free play 10 20mm 1 T...

Page 24: ...nses are free of dirt and are not broken The horn is an essential safety item as it will alert other traffic to your presence The headlight must be in good working order to illumi nate your riding pat...

Page 25: ...brake right lever have pressure and lock the wheels when you squeeze the levers Mirrors Adjust the mirrors aim while seated on the scooter BEFORE you begin riding License plate Make sure your license...

Page 26: ...and 3 Apply the rear brake 2 left lever The brake must be adjusted and functioning properly to lock the rear wheel during starting or the scooter could accelerate away when the engine starts To preven...

Page 27: ...time it may be hard to start Add fresh fuel press down on the choke knob and press the starter button several times in succession to try to start the engine If the scooter does not start contactyourK...

Page 28: ...d 4 before you ride Make sure flammable materials such as dry grass or leaves do not come in contact with the exhaust system when riding idling or parking your scooter 1 Make sure the throttle is clos...

Page 29: ...vers and a reduction of throttle will reduce the distance required to stop 5 Limit the maximum speed of your scooter during the first 600 miles 1 000 km of operation Super 8 50 Keep the road speed bel...

Page 30: ...sudden braking as this will also affect the tire s grip and can cause an accident 7 When riding and turning the scooter use smooth move ments NOTE At certain speeds your scooter will turn more effecti...

Page 31: ...Close the throttle and apply the brakes smoothly as the scooter s brake light will alert vehicles be hind you that you are braking 9 When you stop the scooter press the center of the turn signal indi...

Page 32: ...main stand with your foot while pulling up and back on the rear rack This lifting motion will allow the scooter to rock backwards and up onto the main stand The scooter may fall over if it is not par...

Page 33: ...he maintenance schedule Consult your KYMCO dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use NOTE Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in thi...

Page 34: ...by your KYMCO dealer unless you have the proper tools service data and are technically qualified In the interest of safety we recommend these items be serviced only by your KYMCO dealer KYMCO USA rec...

Page 35: ...plug C I C R C I R 41 Valve clearance A A A A Dealer Carburetor I I I I Dealer Drive belt I Dealer Air cleaner C I R I R I R 35 Battery I I I I I I I PRI 36 37 Fuel filter R Dealer Brake system I I I...

Page 36: ...ad this section of the Owner s Manual carefully Failure to perform a reasonable break in of the tires could cause the tires to slip and lose control Use extra care when riding on new tires as the grip...

Page 37: ...ment interval per the main tenance schedule discard the air cleaner element 6 Install the cleaned or new air cleaner element Use the KYMCO genuine air cleaner element or an equivalent air cleaner elem...

Page 38: ...our battery seems weak and or is leaking elec trolyte causing hard starting or other electrical troubles contact your KYMCO dealer immediately Your battery is a maintenance free type and can be per ma...

Page 39: ...loss of lights or engine power 1 When removing the battery for charging or replacement dis connect the negative terminal lead from the battery first then disconnect the positive terminal lead 2 When i...

Page 40: ...sed engine oil can cause skin cancer Although rare this possibly exists if you handle oil onafrequentbasis Thoroughlywashyourhandswithsoap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil Engine...

Page 41: ...Super 8 150 0 95 qt 0 9 L Engine oil viscosity SAE 15W 40 5 Wipe the dipstick 1 off with a clean cloth and reinstall it in its hole but do not thread it into the engine case Push the dip stick to the...

Page 42: ...tall the transmission fluid filler bolt with a new sealing washer and tighten it to the specified torque Transmission fluid filler bolt torque 15 lb ft 20 N m Transmission fluid drain bolt torque 15 l...

Page 43: ...ne This may cause severe engine dam age which will not be covered under warranty Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range as severe engine damage may result Recommended spark plug Spark plug...

Page 44: ...un the engine while keeping the headlight on to dissipate any condensation 4 After cleaning rinse the scooter thoroughly with plenty of clean water This rinsing is required to remove detergent residue...

Page 45: ...communities to prevent road icing can become very corrosive to your scooter Wash your scooter as soon as possible if it comes in contact with road salt or sea water 1 Clean the scooter using cool wate...

Page 46: ...aces Coat the chrome or bare aluminum parts with rust inhibiting oil 7 Inflate the tires to their recommended pressures Place the scooter on blocks to raise both tires off the ground 8 Cover the scoot...

Page 47: ...45 MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE MILEAGE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES...

Page 48: ...3in X 1 61 in 39 X 41 4 mm Compression ratio 11 1 Carburetor Keihin 16 5 mm Spark plug CR7HSA Idle speed 1900 RPM Cooling system Forced Air fan Starting system Electric starter motor kick start back u...

Page 49: ...6 x 2 27 in 57 4 X 57 8 mm Compression ratio 10 7 1 Carburetor Keihin 22 1 mm Spark plug CR7HSA Idle speed 1700 RPM Cooling system Forced Air fan Starting system Electric starter motor kick start back...

Page 50: ...engine power and does not affect the driveablity of the scooter It does reduce the scooter s exhaust emissions levels so they meet Euro 3 required specifications 1 Air Cleaner 2 Fresh Air 3 Carburetor...

Page 51: ...oper type of gasoline Your scooter s engine has been developed to use unleaded gasoline see page 19 for the fuel recommendations Using the improper type of fuel such as a leaded fuel or fuel with perf...

Page 52: ...ngine intake or exhaust components as doing so will affect compliance these noise level requirements Please do not modify or change any KYMCO designed components that may alter the sound or emission l...

Page 53: ...51 KYMCO LIMITED WARRANTY...

Page 54: ...aintenance 31 Index 52 Instrument Inspection 20 Instruments 12 13 Keys 8 KYMCO Limited Scooter Warranty 51 Left hand Handlebar Switch 10 Load Limits Guidelines 5 Locations of Parts Controls 7 Main Sta...

Page 55: ...e Identification Number 2 and Engine Serial Number 3 in the boxes above for future reference to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized KYMCO dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is s...

Page 56: ...5 Stan Perkins Road Spartanburg SC 29307 Telephone 888 235 3417 FAX 864 327 4745 Prepared July 2008 T300 KL10SA30SB US A5...

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