Montesa COTA 4RT RACE REPLICA, Owner'S Manual

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Service and maintenance
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Replacement Parts
Parts Requiring Periodic Replacement
Item Replacement Interval Cause
Engine
Spark plug/plug cap Every 6 races Contamination or emulsification
Engine oil Every 6 races
Engine oil filter Every 6 races
Transmission oil Every 6 races
Piston Every year Damage or wear at skirt
Piston ring Every half a year Damage at ends or wear
Radiator coolant Every year
Frame
Front fork fluid Every half a year
Fast wearing/expendable parts
Item Cause
Engine
Clutch disc Wear or discoloration
Clutch spring Fatigue
Drive sprocket Wear or damage
Frame
Front/rear tire Wear
Brake pad Wear
Chain slider Wear
Driven sprocket Wear or damage
Drive chain Elongation or wear
Warming-up Inspection
When warming-up the engine, check for the following:
 Do not rev the engine more than necessary or engine
damage may result.

Check for fuel, oil and water leaks

Warm up the engine for a few minutes until it is heated
to the operating temperature until the engine responds
to the throttle smoothly.
Ride Inspection
When running the Cota, check for the following:
 Control system
 Brake stopping power
After Ride Inspection
After riding the Cota, check for the following:

Color condition of piston head and spark plug

Signs of detonation
 Fuel, oil and water leaks
 Loose or missing bolts and nuts