Thumpstar ATV 125CC, Owner'S Manual

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Appearance Care
WASHING YOUR ATV WITH A MILD DETERGENT
1. Rinse your ATV thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt.
2. Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix in a mild, neutral detergent, such as
dish washing liquid or a product made especially for washing ATV
3. Wash your ATV with a sponge or a soft towel. As you wash, check for
heavy grime. If necessary, use a mild cleaner/degreaser to remove the
grime.
4. After washing, rinse your ATV thoroughly with plenty of clean water
to remove any residue.
5. Dry your ATV with a chamois or a soft towel. Leaving water on the
surface to air dry can cause dulling and water spots. As you dry, inspect
for chips and scratches.
6. Lubricate the drive chain to prevent rusting.
7. Start the engine and let it idle for several minutes. The engine heat will
help dry moist areas.
8. As a precaution, ride at a slow speed and apply the brakes several times.
This will help
9. dry the brakes and restore normal braking
10. performance.
EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER MAINTENANCE
When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, do not use a commercially
available abrasive kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral detergent to
clean the painted surface on the exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not
sure if your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, contact your dealer.
TIPS
Here’s helpful advice on how to prepare for an off-road adventure, how to
transport and store your Thumpstar unit, and how to be an environmental-
ly responsible ATV owner.
Spraying WD40 or similar product on metal parts will help protect the
ATV
(never spray WD40 near the brakes)