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Periodic check , adjustment and lubrication

will keep your machine in the securest and

most efficient condition possible. Security is

an obligation of the machine owner. The most

important points of machine inspection, ad-

justment and lubrication are explained on the

following pages.

Owner’s manual and tool kit

Your are advised to put this owner’s manual

and low-pressure tire gauge in the vinyl bag

and always carry them along with the owner’s

tool kit under the seat.

The  service  information  included  in  this

manual is designed to provide you, the owner,

with the essential information for completing

your own preventive maintenance and minor

repairs. The tools provided in the Owner’s tool

kit are enough for this purpose, except that a

torque wrench is also necessary to correctly

tighten nuts and bolts.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Summary of Contents for LX200AU-2

Page 1: ...SSAGE PAYATTENTION TO THE CAUTIONAND WARNING LABELS ON THISATV READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS ATV MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION ALSO KEEPALLINFORMATION IN MIND WHILE OPERATING THISATV ANYONE UNDERAGE 16 SHOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED TO OPERATE ATV LX200AU 2 KEEP THIS MANUAL IN THE WATERPROOF PLACTIC BAG AND STORED IN THE COMPART MENT PROVIDED BY YOUR ATV FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS...

Page 2: ...BILITIES THIS ATV CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE AVOID EXCESSIVE SPEED PAVED SURFACES SHARP TURNS AND UNEVEN TERRAIN ADULTS SHOULDADJUST THE THROTTLE FOR SLOWER SPEEDS NEVER RIDETHISATVDURING LOW LIGHT CONDITIONS CHILDREN DIFFER IN SKILLS SOME CHILDREN MAY NOT BE ABLE TO OPERATE ANATV SAFETY PARENTS SHOULD PERMIT CONTINUED USE ONLY IF THEY DETERMINE THAT THE CHILD HAS THE ABILITY TO OPERATE THE ATV S...

Page 3: ...h if not strictly observed could Result in damage to or destruction of equipment NOTE This note symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation WARNING HAZARD Failure to heed WARNINGS WHATCAN HAPPEN WARNINGS identify special instructions or proce dures which if not correctly followed could result in serious injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Read all...

Page 4: ...ompletely before starting your new ATV It contains important safety information Never operate this ATV without proper instruction Beginner should take a training course before operating this vehicle Never allow a child under the age 16 to operate this ATV Use of this ATV by children under 16 years of age can lead to severe injury of death of the child Even youths starting at age 16 may not have th...

Page 5: ...Main switch 4 1 Indicator lights 4 1 Instraments and indicators 4 1 Handlebar Switches 4 2 Headlight switch 4 2 Engine stop switch 4 2 Start switch 4 2 Throttle lever 4 3 Speed limiter 4 4 Brake Lever 4 5 Brake pedal 4 5 Parking brake 4 6 Fuel cock 4 7 Fuel tank cap 4 7 Seat 4 8 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 5 1 Pre operation check list 5 1 Brakes 5 2 Fuel 5 3 Engine Oil 5 3 Drive chain 5 3 Throttle lever ...

Page 6: ... 7 8 Climbing uphill 7 9 Riding downhill 7 11 Crossing a slope 7 12 Crossing through shallow water 7 13 Riding over rough terrain 7 14 Sliding and skidding 7 14 What to do of if 7 14 What to do 7 15 PERIODICMAINTENANCEAND ADJUSTMENT 8 1 Owner s manual and tool kit 8 1 Maintenance schedule 8 2 Checking the spark plug 8 4 Engine oil and oil filter element 8 5 Engine oil level measurement 8 5 Engine ...

Page 7: ...8 10 Rear brake lever adjustment 8 10 Cable inspection and lubrication 8 11 Wheel removal 8 11 Wheel installation 8 11 Battery 8 12 Replenishing the battery fluid 8 12 Fuse replacement 8 12 Troubleshooting charts 8 13 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9 1 Cleaning 9 1 Storage 9 2 SPECIFICATION 10 1 Maintenance record 11 1 G ...

Page 8: ...n ATV without proper instruction Take a training course Beginners should receive training from a certified instructor Never allow a child under age 16 to operateATV without adult supervision and never allow continued use of an ATV by a child if he or she does not have the abilities to operate it safely Never carry a passenger on an ATV Never operate an ATV on any public road street or highway even...

Page 9: ...sand both feet on the footrests of theATV during operation Always inspect your ATV 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 Never attempt wheelies jumps or other stunts Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions Always go at a speed that is proper for th...

Page 10: ...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 follow the procedure described in this manual Always be careful when skidding or sliding ...

Page 11: ...ply to one side Go straight down the hill where possible Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill as described in this manual Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surface Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique described in this manual on level ground Avoid crossi...

Page 12: ...t spill gasoline on the exhaust muffler pipe or engine when refueling Never refuel while smoking or while in the vicinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of clothes dryers or water heaters When transporting the ATV in another vehicle make sure it is placed upright and its fuel cock isin the OFF position Otherwise gasoline may leak out from the fuel tank ...

Page 13: ...ortant information for safe and proper operation of your ATV Never remove any labels from your vehicle If any label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your dealer LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND SPECIFICATION LABELS 2 1 a b c d a ...

Page 14: ...b c 2 2 d ...

Page 15: ...r dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen 1 Vehicle Identification Number 2 Engine Number Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame This vehicle identification num ber is used to identify your ATV 3 1 The frame number is stamped on the frame between the front wheels The engine number is stamped on the left side of the engine case below the ...

Page 16: ...3 2 A Throttle lever B Gas cap C Seat D Tool compartment located under seat E Exhaust F Front wheel G Fuel valve H Rear wheel Description of the vehicle parts ...

Page 17: ... as the fuel level decreases CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death Main switch Functions of the respective switch positions are as follows ON The engine can be started only at this position OFF All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be removed in this position 4 1 Instruments and indicators a b c d e F N R a Neutral indica...

Page 18: ...engine will be operated When the switch is in OFF position the engine will not operate The engine stop switch controls igni tion and can be used at all times to stop the engine especially in an emergency The en gine will not start when this switch is in OFF position 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 t...

Page 19: ...el is released WARNING POTENTIALHAZARD Malfunction of throttle WHATCAN HAPPEN The throttle level could be hard to operate cause it difficult to speed up or slow down when you need to This could cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always check the operation of the throttle level before you start the engine If it doesn t work smoothly check for the reason Cor rect the problem before riding thi...

Page 20: ...rn Once the beginner becomes more familiar with operat ing the ATV the screw maybe gradually turned out to increase maximum speed Adults should decide when to adjust the ATV for more power as the riding skills of their youngster improve Once the rider can operate with full skill at top speed permitted by Adjusting the speed limiter alone 4 4 WARNING POTENTIALHAZARD Adjust the speed limiter and thr...

Page 21: ... the front brake Check the free play of front brake lever The normal free play is between 10 to 20 mm 0 4 to 0 8 in You can adjust the brake lever by turning the adjuster 4 5 1 0 2 0 m m Brake pedal The brake pedal is located on the right side of the machine Push down the pedal to ap ply the rear brake ...

Page 22: ...roperly WHATCAN HAPPEN The ATV could start moving unexpectedly if the parking brake is not applied before start ing the engine This could cause loss of con trol or a collision If you ride the ATV without releasing the parking brake it could cause the brake over heat to lose braking performance and cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always set the parking brake before start ing the engine Al...

Page 23: ...ap turn the cap counterclockwise Overfilling the fuel tank could be hazardous If you overfill the fuel tank fuel may overflow when it expands Expanding is due to heat from engine or sun Overheated fuel could easily catch fire Stop adding fuel when the fuel level reach the bottom of the filler neck Improper fueling of the ATV could be hazardous Failing to follow safety precautions when refueling co...

Page 24: ...t 4 8 Improperly installing the seat could be hazardous Failing to install the seat properly could allow the seat to move and cause the rider to lose control Make sure you are in proper position and that the seat is attached securely when you ride Drive select lever The drive select lever is used to shift your ma chine into the forward neutral reverse positions NOTE Never shift your machine when y...

Page 25: ...ck chain slack and lubricate Check for proper operation of throttle cable Check for conduction of the battery electrode Check for the validity of all switches of your ATV Check all fittings and Fasteners Check tire pressure wear and damage INSPECTION ITEM Brakes Fuel Engine oil Drive Chain Throttle Battery Switches Fittings and Fasteners PRE OPERATION CHECKS Pre operation check list 5 1 ...

Page 26: ...ation condition Always follow inspection and maintenance pro cedure as shown in the owner s manual Brakes 1 Brake operation Test the brakes at slow speed after starting to make sure they are working properly If any of the brakes does not provide proper braking WARNING POTENTIALHAZARD Improperly operating brakes while riding WHAT CAN HAPPEN The braking ability could lose and cause an ac cident HOW ...

Page 27: ...mbient tem perature recommended as follows Ambient temperature Recommended oil 5 45 40o F 120o F SAE20W40 10 35 10o F 100o F SAE10W30 20 0 0o F 30o F SAE 5W30 Make sure the engine oil is at specified level Add oil as necessary The specified level of the crankcase engine oil 900ml The specified level of the transmission_box en gine oil 400ml Drive chain 1 Regularly lubricate the drive chain with an...

Page 28: ...easure tire pressure by the tire gauge and set the front and rear tires pressure to 35kPa 5psi WARNING POTENTIALHAZARD Operating this ATV with Improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operating this ATV with Improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure could cause loss of control and an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZZARD 1 Always set the front and rear tire...

Page 29: ...button If the en gine fails to start release the start button then push it again Each cranking should not be more than 5 seconds the continuous cranking times should not be more than 3 times 10 Keep warming up the engine for 5 min then push the choke lever towards right to the terminal WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death WARNING POTENTIALHAZARD Operati...

Page 30: ... cause an accident To decelerate 1 Release the throttle gradually 2 Apply the brakes smoothly and evenly Engine break in The most important period in the life of your en gine is between 0 and 20 hours Please read the following informationvery carefully Do not put an excessive load on the ATV for first several hours of running Never continuousoperation abovehalf throttle Cool off the engine for ten...

Page 31: ...tability and han dling of an ATV You must use common sense and good judgment when carrying cargo WARNING Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing cargo could cause changes in vehicle handling which could lead to an accident Never exceed the stated loading capacity for this ATV ...

Page 32: ... safety be sure you have read this Owner s Manual completely and understand Ride with care and judgment Get training if you are inexperienced Beginners should get training from a certified instructor Start at slow speeds first to be fa miliar with this ATV even if you are an experi enced rider Do not operate at maximum per formance until you are totally familiar with the ATV s handl i ng and p erf...

Page 33: ...operation It is not a de sign for carrying passenger Apparel Alwayswear an approved motorcycle helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection faceshieldorgoggles gloves boots long sleeve jacket and long pants Do not operate after consuming alcohol or drugs Operator s performance capability is reduced by the influence of alcohol or drugs Pre operation checks Always perform the pre op...

Page 34: ...eases the maximum speed of the ATV Turn ing in the adjusting screw decreases top speed and turning it out increases top speed Loading and accessories As originally equipped this ATV is not designed to carry or tow a trailer If you choose to add acces sories so that you can carry a trailer you must use common sense and good judgment Use extra caution when riding the ATV with addi tional loads such ...

Page 35: ...operation Always keep your feet on the footboards dur ing operation Otherwise your feet may con tact the wheel and could cause injury Avoid wheelies and jumping You may loose control of the ATV or overturn 7 4 ...

Page 36: ...Park the ATV in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch it Be careful where you ride This ATV is designed for off road use only Riding on paved surfaces can cause loss of control Do not ride on any public road street or highway Riding on public roads can result in collisions with other vehicles 7 5 ...

Page 37: ...RD Failure to use extra care when operating this ATV on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when oper ating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when oper ating the ATV 7 6 ...

Page 38: ... control of the throttle brakes shifting procedures and turning techniques in this area before trying more difficult terrain Always avoid riding on paved surfaces the ATV is designed for off road use only and handling maneuvers are more difficult to per form on pavement Set the parking brake and start the engine Once it has warmed up you are ready to be gin riding your ATV Remember that the en gin...

Page 39: ... out side of the turn opposite your desired direction and lean your upper body into the turn Use the throttle to maintain an even speed through the turn This maneuver will let the wheel on the inside of the turn slip slightly allowing the ATV to make the turn properly This procedure should be practiced at slow speed many times in a large off road area with no obstacles If an incorrect technique is...

Page 40: ...d you have the room to do so and descend the hill If your ATV has stalled or stopped and you believe you can continue up the hill restart carefully to make sure you do not lift the front wheels which could cause you to loose control If you are unable to continue up the hill dismount the ATV on the uphill side Physically turn theATV around and then go down hill If you start to roll backwards DO NOT...

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Page 42: ...t downhill Avoid sharp angles which could cause the ATV to tip or roll over Carefully choose your path and ride no faster than you will be able to react to obstacles which may appear POTENTIALHAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause theATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described in this Ow...

Page 43: ...ain that may disturb your balance As you travel across a slope lean your body in the uphill direction It may be necessary to correct the steering when riding on loose surfacesby point ing the front wheels slightly uphill When riding on slopes be sure not to make sharp turns either up or down hill If your ATV does begin to tip over gradually steer in the downhill direction of there are no obstacles...

Page 44: ...sharp drop off and avoid rocks or other obstacles which may be slippery or upset the ATV Ride slowly and Carefully Test your brakes after leaving the water Do not continue to ride your ATV without verifying that you have regained proper braking ability C A U T I O N After riding your ATV in water be sure to drain the trapped water Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operated in salt water o...

Page 45: ...ions putting your weight over the front wheels will sometimes help If the rear wheels of your ATV start to slide sideways control can usually be regained if there is place to do so by steering in the direction of the slide Applying the brakes or accelerating is not recommended until you have corrected the slide With practice over a period of time skill at con trolled sliding can be improved The te...

Page 46: ...KE theATV may tip over on top of you Dismount the ATV on the uphill side If your ATV is crossing a sloping surface Be sure to ride with your weight positioned towards the uphill side of theATV to keep proper balance If the ATV starts to tip steer down the hill if there are no obstaclesin your way to get balance again If you discover that the ATV is going to tip over dismount on the uphill side If ...

Page 47: ...vised to put this owner s manual and low pressure tire gauge in the vinyl bag and always carry them along with the owner s tool kit under the seat The service information included in this manual is designed to provide you the owner with the essential information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs The tools provided in the Owner s tool kit are enough for this purpose e...

Page 48: ...Maintenance Schedule 8 2 ...

Page 49: ...1 clean 2 lubricate 3 adjust inspect replace if necessary N O T E Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and if necessary correct the brake fluid level 8 3 ...

Page 50: ...t the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the ATV is ridden normally N O T E If the spark plug shows a distinctly different color the engine could be operating improperly Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead have a dealer check the ATV 2 Check the spark plug for electrode erosion and excessive carbon o...

Page 51: ...e checked before each ride In addition the oil must be changed and the oil filter element replaced at the intervalsspecified Engine oil level measurement 1 Place the ATV on a level surface 2 Start the engine warm it up until the engine oil has reached a normal temperature of 60 C 141 F let it continue to idle for ten seconds or more and then turn the engine off N O T E To achieve the proper engine...

Page 52: ...by mov ing the vehicle slightly forward to gain slack at the top side of the chain 3 The chain should have 10 15mm deflection 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag Insert the dipstick in the filler hole without screwing it in 4 Remove the dipstick and check the oil level 5 The oil level should be between the maxi mum and minimum marks If the level is low add oil to raise it to the...

Page 53: ...our connection bolts between the rear housing mount and the bottom forks Lubricating the drive chain 1 Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a small soft brush 2 Wipe the drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant The drive chain must be cleaned and lubri cated at the intervals specified otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding i...

Page 54: ...t If foam air filter oil is not useful SAE 10W30 motor oil may be used 8 Equip the air filter element the air filter case cover and the seat Air intake restrictor plate removal To get full engine performance ability remov ing the air intake restrictor plate is required 1 Remove the air filter element See Air fil ter cleaning for removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the air intake restricto...

Page 55: ...ing the throttle stop screw Turn the screw in to in crease engine speed and out to decrease engine speed Valve clearance adjustment The proper valve clearance changes with use leading to incorrect fuel air supply or engine noise To prevent this the valve clearance must be adjusted periodically This adjust ment however should be left to a professional service technician Cam chain adjustment The cam...

Page 56: ...e and check the position of the indicator If the indicator reaches the wear limit line ask your dealer to replace the shoes as a set Rear brake lever adjustment 1 Brake lever free play adjustment a Release the locknut M8 on the main brake pump b Turn the adjusting bolt at the brake lever until brake lever free play is 5 8 mm 0 20 0 30 in c Tighten the locknut M8 8 10 ...

Page 57: ...ricated if necessary If a cable is damaged or does not move smoothly have a dealer check or replace it Wheel removal 1 Raise the wheel by placing a suitable stand under the frame 2 Remove the nut from the wheel 3 Remove the wheel assembly Wheel installation When installing the wheel reverse the re moval procedure Tighten the wheel bolts to the specified torques 8 11 ...

Page 58: ...y before reusing 2 If the battery is to be stored for a longer period than the above check the rated volt age at least once a month and recharge the battery when it is too low 3 Always make sure the connections are right when putting the battery back in the machine Make sure the breather hose is properly con nected and is not damaged or obstructed Fuse replacement 1 The fuse case is placed under t...

Page 59: ...8 13 Troubleshooting charts ...

Page 60: ... 3 Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose Use only sufficient pressure to do the job 4 Once the majority of the dirt has been hosed off wash all surfaces with warm water and mild detergent type soap An old tooth brush or bottle brush is handy for hard to get at places 5 Rinse the machine off immediately with clean water and dry all surfaces with a chamois clean towel or cloth 6 Clean ...

Page 61: ...ire and turn the engine over several times to coat the cylinder wall with oil 3 Lubricate all control cables 4 Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the ground 5 Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe out let to prevent moisture from entering 6 If storing in a damp or salty atmosphere coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light film of oil Do not apply oil to any rubber parts or the seat co...

Page 62: ...linder 176 cm3 62 x 58 5 mm 9 7 1 Electric starter Dimension Overall length Overall width Overall height Seat height Wheel base Min ground clearance Minimum turning radius Dry weight Engine Type Cylinder arrangement Displacement Bore x Stroke Compression ratio Starting system Model LX200AU 2 10 1 ...

Page 63: ...ransmission Fuel Capacity Starting Transmission Front Suspension Rear Suspension Front Rear Brakes Parking Brake Front Tires PSI Rear Tires PSI Neutral Indicator Max Load Capacity Battery Green 1 person 0 9L 0 4L 10L Electric CVT Double wishbone Swing arm Disc brake Mechanical Lock 21 x 7 10 5psi 22 x 10 10 5psi Standard green 125 kg 12V 9Ah ...

Page 64: ...he warranty The chart below is printed only as a reminder to you that the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work M A I N T E N A N C E I N T E R V A L D A T E O F S E R V I C E S E R V I C I N G D E A L E R N A M E A N D A D D R E S S R E M A R K S 320KM 1000KM 2000KM 3000KM 4000KM 5000KM 6000KM 7000KM 8000KM 9000KM 11 1 ...

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