Sachs Bikes MadAss 50 Owner'S Manual Download Page 51

Page: 51 / 83

Checking the brake linings

CAUTION

The minimum lining thickness must be
maintained.

NOTE

For your own safety, we recommend having
activities to the brake system carried out by
a SFM deal er.

Front wheel brake

Visually inspect the brake calliper (1).

Check the thickness of the brake lining.

Minimum thickness:

Frontbrake

A = 2,5 mm

Rear brake

A = 1,5 mm

Rear wheel brake

- If the lining thickness is below the mini-

mum,

have the brake lining (2) replaced

by a SFM dealer.

NOTES ON MAINTENANCE

Summary of Contents for MadAss 50

Page 1: ...Your SFM dealer SFM GmbH Strawinsky Stra e 27b D 90455 N rnberg Phone 49 0 9122 60 39 0 Fax 49 0 9122 60 39 332 e Mail info sachs bikes de www sachs bikes de 2008 10 002...

Page 2: ...50 owners manual...

Page 3: ...ar care and maintenance helps to maintain the motorbike s value and is one of the require ments for warranty claims We wish you at all times a safe journey Your SFM GmbH You have purchased a SFM MadAs...

Page 4: ...g agents 35 36 Operation in winter and anti corrosion protection 37 Repairing paint damage servicing the tyres 37 Lay up commission 38 Technical changes accessories and spare parts 39 OVERVIEW AND OPE...

Page 5: ...Adjusting the clutch lever 50 Cleaning the air filter 51 Cleaning the fuel filter 52 Adjusting the play of the twist grip throttle control 52 Spark plug 53 Battery 54 55 Checking the fuse 56 Changing...

Page 6: ...damaged Non observation can lead to the guarantee becoming void NOTE Special instructions for better handling during operation and inspection and when carrying out adjustment procedures and service ac...

Page 7: ...servoir rear brake 2 Brake fluid reservoir front brake 3 Chassis number and rating plate 4 Fork column lock 5 Footbrake lever rear brake 6 Footrest 7 Kick starter 8 Battery and fuse 9 Pillion footrest...

Page 8: ...4 17 10 Cockpit 11 Handlebar fittings 12 Tank cap 13 Adjustment shock absorber 14 Pillion footrest fold up 15 Side stand 16 Footrest 17 Gear shift pedal Left hand side view OVERVIEW AND OPERATION Illu...

Page 9: ...e adjuster cover 3 Spark plug connector 4 Electric starter 5 Oil drain plug 6 Clutch cover 7 Oil filler cap 8 Carburetor 9 Air filter housing 10 Fuel tap 11 Engine number OVERVIEW AND OPERATION Right...

Page 10: ...gine automatic model 1 Service cover intake valve 2 Service cover exhaust valve 3 Spark plug socket 4 Starter 5 Oil drain plug 6 Oil level inspection glass 7 Oil filler plug Left hand view of engine a...

Page 11: ...on Right handle handlebar fittings Left handle handlebar fittings 1 Fixed grip 2 Clutch lever 3 Head light switch High beam Low beam 4 Head light signal 5 Choke lever Operating positions A Cold start...

Page 12: ...do not switch the ignition off NOTE Activate the parking light only for a limited period Take into account the charge of the battery The key can be removed in positions Cockpit 1 Speedometer 2 KM H o...

Page 13: ...r Button M press once changing from DST to TRIP or to CLK Button S press in TRIP Mode to clear the trip odometer to zero Button M press untill the clock time CLK appears Button S press once the hour v...

Page 14: ...lock time needs to be reset Remove the screws 1 and take off the speedometer 2 Remove the screws 3 4 and take off the cover 5 Replace the batteries 6 by using new batteries type AG 13 Set in the batte...

Page 15: ...act a SFM dealer who will do everything possible to assist you WARNING While the engine is running or the ig nition is on do not touch the ignition system FIRE HAZARD The exhaust system becomes very h...

Page 16: ...resistance Measure the play Required value A 3 4 mm Adjustment Remove the rubber cap 1 Release the lock nut 2 Turn setting screw 3 as appropriate Tighten up the lock nut 2 Check the play NOTE If this...

Page 17: ...cap 1 only insert the ignition key 3 and do not turn Open by using the cover 2 The fuel tank cap 1 is designed to allow for ventilation Do not make any changes to the cap Opening Tilt up the cover 2...

Page 18: ...ke starting difficult or lead to serious engine damage We cannot be held liable under the guarantee for damage caused by non observance of this caution Fuel tap 4 Fuel tap positions A OPEN fuel tank w...

Page 19: ...l API SG or higher If required replenish the engine oil Recommended grade Per API SG or higher or also with additional release status ACEA A3 96 CCMC G5 Recommended viscosity Viscosity depends on the...

Page 20: ...cts Even the slightest inclination towards the side will produce measurement errors Stop the engine and remove the oil filler cap 1 on the lower right of the crank case Clean the oil filler cap at the...

Page 21: ...d hold the vehicle in level position NOTE Keep the motorbike in level position throug hout the oil level chack Even the slightest inclination towards the side will lead to measuring faults Read the oi...

Page 22: ...IN mark Use only brake fluid of the DOT 4 classification If air bubbles can be seen check the brake linings for wear if necessary replenish the brake fluid CAUTION Do not spill any brake fluid on pain...

Page 23: ...brake disks and brake linings must be free of oil and grease Brake linings 1 are subject to wear In order to guarantee the operability of the brake system the wear limits of the brake linings must no...

Page 24: ...Check the chain setting and the drive chain for damage before each run Check the chain tension Shift the gear to neutral Prop the motorbike up on the side stand Let the motorbike rear end drop to the...

Page 25: ...ile The standard motorbike is provided with the following tyre sizes Front 90 80 16 M C 45P Rear 120 70 16 M C 57P All tyres are tubeless WARNING Use only tyres approved by the manu facturer The use o...

Page 26: ...FM approved prod ucts as well as qualified advice are available from all specialized SFM dealers Correctly loaded Make sure that the left right weight distribution is balanced Check that fastenings ar...

Page 27: ...your feet on the footrests Do not ride if your riding ability has been compromised On smooth slippery roads take into account that your riding stability and braking power are limited by the grip of th...

Page 28: ...s Turn the engine off when waiting in traffic Different riding conditions affect fuel con sumption The following conditions are unfavourable for fuel consumption High traffic density especially in big...

Page 29: ...35 40 45 Automatic model 0 500 km Open the throttle control half 500 1000 km Do not open the throttle more than three quarter Slowly increase the engine speeds Up to 1000 km avoid longer rides with fu...

Page 30: ...pported CAUTION The motorbike is equipped with a side stand switch If the side stand is folded up and a gear is shifted the ignition will be discon nected The engine is shoot off and will not start Pr...

Page 31: ...tion A ON or R RESERVE Mount the motorcycle Turn the ignition key 2 to its operating position WARNING Before beginning a ride the side stand must be tilted up all the way danger of crashing Starting 4...

Page 32: ...TION After starting the engine check that the kick starter lever is returned to its normal position As soon as the engine is no longer run ning smoothly turn back the CHOKE 1 in position B When the op...

Page 33: ...5 just before setting off CAUTION If the engine won t start immediately release the start button wait a few sec onds and push it again Each time push the start button for just a few seconds in order t...

Page 34: ...ening the throttle Carefully engage the clutch Simultaneously slightly open the throttle 2 Accelerate after engaging the clutch Shifting up to gears 2 3 and 4 is done similarly Shifting down Close the...

Page 35: ...not pose a risk to yourself or others e g a deserted parking area WARNING Operate the brakes to grind off the salt deposited on the brake discs Dirty brakes When riding on dirty streets the braking e...

Page 36: ...the right foot When stopping or slowing down release the throttle gas and operate both brakes at the same time On tight curves sandy dirty streets wet asphalt and icy roads use the front brake careful...

Page 37: ...the engine Non observance of this caution will lead to the guarantee becoming null and void for any damage attributable to such Stopping the engine Steering lock Safeguard the steering against unautho...

Page 38: ...tee claims for corrosion and other such damage CAUTION Rubber and plastic parts will be damaged by caustic or penetrating cleaning agents or solvents WARNING Always carry out a brake test after cleani...

Page 39: ...paint or covering Preservation agents When necessary the motorcycle must be preserved with commercially available preserving and cleaning agents By way of precaution especially in winter regularly tre...

Page 40: ...a boiler room for longer periods WARNING A minimum tyre profile depth of 2 0 mm must be maintained at all times Servicing tyres Operation in winter and anti corrosion protection NOTE Protect the envi...

Page 41: ...motorcycle in a dry room and jack it up so that its weight is not on the wheels Commission Remove the preservation agents from the outside Clean the motorcycle Install the charged battery Preserve the...

Page 42: ...cal changes CAUTION We recommend using only approved SFM accessories and original SFM spare parts for SFM motorcycles This is in your own interests the safety suitability and reliability of these acce...

Page 43: ...ing shows noticeable play it must be adjusted by a specialised SFM dealer Pull the hand brake to block the front wheel brake Now pump the fork girders several times up and down using the handlebar The...

Page 44: ...nitely ad justed Slacken the locking nut 1 with a suitable spanner to adjust the spring preload Turn the adjustment nut 2 with the span ner in direction A to increase the spring preload harder suspens...

Page 45: ...er the wheel has been removed Protect the wheel bearings from dirt and moisture Support the motorcycle so that the front wheel can move freely and the motor cycle is standing securely Loosen the shaft...

Page 46: ...sert the spacer bush 4 on the right as seen from the riding direc tion Grease the full floating axle 3 and push it in with the spacer bushing 5 as far as it will go Attach the axle nut 2 and screw tig...

Page 47: ...l hub is not lost Raise the rear wheel remove the full floating axle 4 with brake support 6 and brake caliper and take off the rear wheel to the back Prop up the motorbike so that the rear wheel can t...

Page 48: ...oating axle 4 chain adjuster 7 brake support 8 with brake caliper 6 into rear suspension Insert right chain adjuster 2 and reassemble with axle nut 1 Adjust the drive chain 5 see adjusting drive chain...

Page 49: ...e stand Hold the chain 1 at the furthest rear point of the sprocket and pull it off With correct chain tension it should not be possible to lift the chain higher than the teeth of the sprocket If the...

Page 50: ...rocket and pinion Measure the travel Adjusting the chain CAUTION The adjustment of the chain influences the wear of chain and sprocket It is essential to have the tightening torques checked by a SFM d...

Page 51: ...ies to the brake system carried out by a SFM dealer Front wheel brake Visually inspect the brake calliper 1 Check the thickness of the brake lining Minimum thickness Frontbrake A 2 5 mm Rear brake A 1...

Page 52: ...e foot brake indicates that there is air in the brake system You should have the brake system bled by a SFM dealer Air in the brake system is a considerable safety risk NOTE The footbrake pedal positi...

Page 53: ...lock nut 2 Check the play NOTE If the clutch play cannot be corrected with this adjustment the following adjustment must be made Release the lock nut 2 Tighten setting screw 3 all the way so thatthecl...

Page 54: ...take off the carburettor with the air filter Loosen the clamp 2 and pull the air filter 3 of the carburettor Opening the air filter element Unscrew three screws 4 Take off the housing cover 5 Clean t...

Page 55: ...Move the handlebar to check whether the throttle cable moves freely Check whether the throttle cable is obstructed by other parts Open the twist grip throttle control until resistance can be felt Meas...

Page 56: ...l the spark plug connector 1 Unscrew the spark plug 2 Check the electrode gap 0 7 0 8 mm replace the plug if it is severely burnt away Use a new new spark plug NGK CR7 HSA Screw in the spark plug by h...

Page 57: ...e spots must be flushed with plenty of water If acid is swallowed immediately visit call a doctor CAUTION Do not expose batteries to direct sun light Discharged batteries can freeze so they must be st...

Page 58: ...s terminal 4 black cable When installing the battery first connect the plus terminal 5 red cable The battery is maintenance free Do not try to open it Remove the screws 1 on both sides and take off th...

Page 59: ...he fuse is located behind the cover 2 Replace the fuse Turn off the ignition Remove the lower battery cover Remove the three screws 1 and take off the cover 2 to the left side Open the fuse case 3 A f...

Page 60: ...loth when installing or removing them Headlight 1 low beam bulb 12V 55W E1 2 High beam bulb 12V 55W E1 3 Position light bulb 12V 5W Remove the screws 4 on both sides Detach the rubber cover 5 from the...

Page 61: ...h a replaceable light bulb diode light If the tail light does not work you should first check whether a cable connection is interrupted Tail brake light If this is not the case the tail light must be...

Page 62: ...touchthebulbswithyourbarehands Use a clean dry cloth for installation and removal Indicator bulbs front rear 12 V 21W Rear indicator Front indicator Release the light case 2 Push the bulb 3 back and r...

Page 63: ...ishable by law Remember you are responsible for the correct adjustment of the motorbike s headlamp WARNING Do not run the engine in an enclosed space risk of asphyxiation Position the motorcycle on a...

Page 64: ...re 39 mm Stroke 41 4 mm Compression ratio 10 1 Lubrication system Oil circulation lubrication Cooling Air cooled Rated power 2 0 kW at 7 000 rpm Rated torque 3 2 Nm at 4 300 rpm Ignition system Transi...

Page 65: ...omatic splashing oil clutch Gear shifting 4 gear claw dog clutch engage ment Pedal gear shifting 2 gear transmission with permanent engagement Gear ratios 1 Gear 36 11 3 273 2 Gear 31 16 1 938 3 Gear...

Page 66: ...absorber travel 65 mm Wheels Light metal Alu Front rim size 1 85 x 16 DOT Rear rim size 2 50 x 16 DOT Tires Front 90 80 16 M C 45P Rear 120 70 16 M C 57P Tire pressure with pillion rider Front 2 0 rea...

Page 67: ...capacity 5 1 litres including 0 35 litres reserve Fuel Unleaded fuel min 91 octane Telescopic fork oil Viscosity SAE 10 W Filling quantity per fork tube 180 cm3 Engine oil Filling quantity SAE 15 W 4...

Page 68: ...Battery 12 V 6 Ah MF Fuse 15 A Lights Headlight Position light Instrument lights Brake rear light Turn signal light Low beam 12V 55W E1 high beam 12V 55W E1 12 V 5W Direction indicator 12V 3W Change...

Page 69: ...oss handlebars 760 mm without rear view mirror Maximum height 1035 mm without rear view mirror Wheel base 1235 mm Seat height 835 mm Weight empty 85 kg Weight in running order 89 5 kg Max transport we...

Page 70: ...eller The customer is then entitled to legal claims Replaced parts pass over into the possession of SFM GmbH 2 The installation of spare parts within the scope of warranty does not extend the warranty...

Page 71: ...urface the lifetime will be reduced this may already occur after 500 km Brake linings brake shoes brake lines depending on riding style and load these may already be worn after 2500 km in cross countr...

Page 72: ...are from the 6th month Free wheel sprockets free wheel of starter depending on care from the 6th month Self locking nuts cotter pins locking plates bonded screw connections during each maintenance int...

Page 73: ...be complied with At 1 000 km 1st service Every 4 000 km or after 4 months Every 8 000 km or after 8 months After the warranty period the inspection intervals specified in this manual must be applied a...

Page 74: ...heck idle speed position and cold startfacility adjust if necessary x x x Adjust throttle cable play x x x Fuel filter Clean x x Fuel hoses Check replace if necessary replace every 4 years x x x Engin...

Page 75: ...and repair if necessary x x x Chain Check adjustment and condidtion and grease adjust and renew if necessary inspect clean and lubricate every 1000 km Side stand Check grease repair if necessary x x...

Page 76: ...73 Workshop activities carried out Workshop activities carried out Activities carried out km date Activities carried out km date MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATION...

Page 77: ...74 MAINTENANCE CONFIRMATION Workshop activities carried out Workshop activities carried out Activities carried out km date Activities carried out km date...

Page 78: ...stamp 4 000 km 4 months dealer stamp 1 000 km 1 months 1st service dealer stamp After 24 000 km 24 months dealer stamp After 8 000 km 8 months dealer stamp After 16 000 km 16 months dealer stamp Afte...

Page 79: ...ate After 36 000 km 36 months dealer stamp km date After 32 000 km 32 months dealer stamp km date After 60 000 km 60 months dealer stamp km date After56 000 km 56 months dealer stamp km date km date A...

Page 80: ...rake fluid Yes no Km Date Stamp signature New brake fluid Yes no Km Date Stamp signature New brake fluid Yes no Km Date Stamp signature New brake fluid Yes no Km Date Stamp signature MAINTENANCE CONFI...

Page 81: ...78...

Page 82: ...er Important If the type approval should become invalid you should imme diately contact a motor vehicle registration office to obtain an safeness certificate Send us the certificate along with the veh...

Page 83: ...80...

Search results

Summary of Contents for MadAss 50

Reviews:

Related manuals for MadAss 50

Brands by name

Popular brands

Sachs Bikes MadAss 50, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for MadAss 50

Reviews:

Related manuals for MadAss 50

Brands by name

Popular brands