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Chapter 2 Installation Position of Parts

Handle bar instrument
1

Clutch lever

Rearview mirror

Left handlebar switch

Speedometer

Fuel gauge

Signal indicator

Right handlebar switch

Front brake lever

Throttle

Left side view
1

Front wheel

Carburetor

Air cleaner

Fuel tank petcock

Shift lever

Side stand

Rear wheel

Right side view
1

CDI and fuse

Battery

Foot peg

Rear brake pedal

Oil drain bolt

Summary of Contents for SNAKE EYES XF250-GS

Page 1: ...SSR MOTORSPORTS INC MOTORCYCLE OWNER S MANUAL SNAKE EYES XF250 GS...

Page 2: ...carefully read the manual and strictly observe all instructions or warnings Special attention shall be paid to the contents emphasized with the terms of warning caution and note etc Warning This conce...

Page 3: ...0 GS This instruction manual is designed for the Snake Eyes XF250 GS There are some differences among various models For any unconformity between your vehicle and the instruction manual use the vehicl...

Page 4: ...torcycle is an ideal means of transport It can give you infinite driving pleasure Before driving your motorcycle please be familiar with all stipulations and requirements mentioned in this instruction...

Page 5: ...6 Chapter 4 Instructions on Fuel and Engine Oil 14 Chapter 5 Break In of New Motorcycle 16 Chapter 6 Inspection before Driving 18 Chapter 7 Essentials of Driving 19 Chapter 8 Inspection and Maintenan...

Page 6: ...your motorcycle and control method Be sure to keep in mind that skill comes from practice Understand the limit of your safe speed Driving speed depends on road surface conditions your skills and the w...

Page 7: ...mponents or service and allow the distributor to provide you with better service Chassis number or VIN code is on the steering stem frame tube Engine number is on the lower left side of the crankcase...

Page 8: ...r switch 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel gauge 6 Signal indicator 7 Right handlebar switch 8 Front brake lever 9 Throttle Left side view 1 Front wheel 2 Carburetor 3 Air cleaner 4 Fuel tank petcock 5 Shift lever...

Page 9: ...e the neutral indicator N is lit High beam indicator lamp When the head light is in high beam the indicator is lit Turn Signal Lamp When left turn signal lamp is ON the left turn signal indicator on t...

Page 10: ...Rotate it clockwise to full stop for locking the handlebars WARNING If the handlebars are locked the motorcycle should not be ridden otherwise you will lose balance Left handlebar control system Clutc...

Page 11: ...king do not press it abruptly or forcefully When the brake lever is pressed the brake light will light automatically Electric Start Button Press button to turn on the starter motor circuit During star...

Page 12: ...temperature rises and expands causing hazard During fuel refilling shutdown the engine and turn the key to the OFF position Smoking or lighting fire is strictly forbidden during fuel refilling Shifte...

Page 13: ...e Pedal Press down this pedal to apply the rear brake and the brake indicator light is lit Stand The vehicle is equipped with a side stand If you want to park the vehicle with the side stand step on s...

Page 14: ...silencer elbow Fuel switch The vehicle is provided with a manual fuel valve There are three positions ON Open RES Reserve OFF Close ON Open position Generally the fuel switch is in this position When...

Page 15: ...shock damper spring can be adjusted according to the payload driving mode and road conditions Park the vehicle on its side stand and turn the nut under the spring to the desired position Front Fork A...

Page 16: ...13 Tire...

Page 17: ...though it may contain co solvent and an anti corrosion agent Note If ethanol gasoline is exposed to water excessively ethanol may be separated resulting in the decrease of gasoline octane number There...

Page 18: ...eriod stated in the maintenance table please refer to Page 19 When driving in dusty areas the engine oil shall be replaced more frequently than the stipulations in the maintenance table Explanation Du...

Page 19: ...roperly increased Apply some load to engine parts to guarantee good fitting This is every important but do not apply excessive load to the engine Avoid driving at a low speed Running at a low engine s...

Page 20: ...ened contaminated engine oil be replaced and filter element be replaced Timely making 600 mi maintenance can guarantee a long engine life and the best engine performance Precaution 600 mi maintenance...

Page 21: ...earance of rear brake pedal and front brake lever 2 No spongy feeling 3 No leakage Indicators Neutral gear gear position oil level indicators or turn signal indicators Accelerator 1 Proper free play i...

Page 22: ...he brake force and turning capability Therefore decelerate in advance Observe the traffic laws and speed limit Engine starting Make sure the fuel switch is in open position and the engine shutdown swi...

Page 23: ...elerator grip 1 8 to 1 4 turn and press the electric starter button to start the engine When the engine is warm it is not necessary to use the carburetor enrichment system Warning Never start the engi...

Page 24: ...Precaution The engine speed shall not be in the red range of the tachometer in any gear Driving on a slope To shift from a high gear to a low gear control the speed in a safe speed range before gear s...

Page 25: ...emature wearing and increase braking distances It is dangerous to use front brake or rear brake only This may cause slipping or loss of control On a wet highway or other dull road surface and during t...

Page 26: ...ety it is advisable to have these inspections and maintenance performed by an authorized SSR Dealership Precaution During regular maintenance it may be necessary to replace one or more parts For part...

Page 27: ...ch I I I Valve Clearance I I I Air Filter C C Fuel hose I I I Replace every 4 years Engine Oil and Oil Filter R R R Oil Filter Screen C C C Chassis Bolts and Nuts T T T Transmission Oil R R R Brake I...

Page 28: ...e oil Clutch Cable Engine oil Speedometer Cable Grease Drive Chain Lubricate every 500 miles Brake Shift Cam Grease Throttle Grip Grease Brake wire Engine oil Speedometer Gear Case and Wheel Bearings...

Page 29: ...Never damage clog or alter the vent pipe for the battery Please make sure that the vent hose is connected to the vent fitting of battery with the other end kept open The vent pipe and battery shall be...

Page 30: ...g 0 6 0 8 m m After the first 500 mi and every 2000 mi thereafter clean off any carbon deposits from the spark plug by using a small steel wire brush or a spark plug cleaner Readjust the spark plug ga...

Page 31: ...g service life of the engine depends on using high quality engine oil and regular oil replacement Oil level check and regular oil replacement are very important tasks Check engine oil level Precaution...

Page 32: ...tructions on fuel and engine oil Brake This unit is equipped with a front disk brake and rear disk brake system Check the brakes after the first 500 mi and every 2000 mi thereafter Correct braking ope...

Page 33: ...es or skin If it is drunk by mistake spit it out by force If it contacts skin or eyes wash with plenty of clear water and go to hospital Precaution The vehicle uses ethanol series brake fluid It shall...

Page 34: ...brake pads are fully extended the grip spring force restored and the brake fluid is circulated smoothly Front brake light switch The front brake light switch is located below the master cylinder To a...

Page 35: ...steel wire or other things as a substitute for a fuse If a new fuse is blown in a short time it means there is a major electrical problem Contact an authorized dealer immediately Replacement of bulbs...

Page 36: ...ile cleaning the filter element check for any damage to the filter element and replace if necessary Never start the engine without the filter element installed or engine wear may be increased Clean th...

Page 37: ...ll return to the closed position automatically Adjustment of valve clearance The valve clearance shall be checked and adjusted after the engine has thoroughly cooled 1 Remove the fan guard and cylinde...

Page 38: ...l tools of valve clearance is essential To obtain the optimal valve clearance the adjustment is recommended to be finished by a professional mechanic or an authorized SSR dealership Valve clearance ad...

Page 39: ...k the motorcycle with the central stand 2 Loosen rear axle nut 3 Loosen the locking nut 4 Rotate the adjusting bolt left and right to adjust the chain Note When a new chain is installed it is necessar...

Page 40: ...face causing wheel slip and even loss of control It is necessary to always keep the tire pressure within the specified limit Tire pressure adjustment shall be made when the tire is cold Tread pattern...

Page 41: ...from the hot engine and exhaust pipe During the operation keep the fuel away from any flame or heat source Smoking is strictly prohibited during fuel system inspection Carry out the work in an open we...

Page 42: ...ignition system 3 Check no load operation of the engine Note Before any troubleshooting it is advisable to consult with your dealer in advance If the motorcycle is still within the warranty period be...

Page 43: ...ug 1 Oil stained spark plug 2 Broken spark plug magnetic core or broken electrode 3 Carbon deposit on spark plug electrode 4 Incorrect spark plug gap 1 Remove clean and dry it 2 Replace spark plug 3 C...

Page 44: ...ated spark plug 1 Replace cylinder body and piston 2 Replace bearing and relate parts 3 Adjust ignition time 4 Clean out carbon deposit 5 Replace spark plug Unstable engine operation 1 Water or dirt i...

Page 45: ...torage Method If the motorcycle is not used for a long time in winter or other seasons it is necessary to carry out special maintenance with appropriate materials equipment and techniques Motorcycle W...

Page 46: ...level is low replenish it with distilled water or pure water to the highest level mark Never use electrolyte or tap water Battery shall be kept clean Corrosion may happen if electrolyte is splashed t...

Page 47: ...44 4 Adjust tire pressure according to the tire part of this manual 5 Lubricate all parts that require lubrication according to the manual 6 Check before driving as instructed in this manual...

Page 48: ...pecifications in the manual are the latest before publishing Owing to improvement or other changes the contents of the manual may differ from actual conditions Our company reserves the right to modify...

Page 49: ...46 Motorcycle Owner s Manual Model Snake Eyes XF250 GS SSR MOTORSPORTS INC...

Page 50: ...47 SSR MOTORSPORTS INC 12825 ALONDRA BLVD NORWALK CA 90650 WWW SSRMOTORSPORTS COM...

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