Thumpstar ATV 125CC, Owner'S Manual

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Pre-Operation Checks
THROTTLE LEVER
Check the operation of the throttle lever. It must open smoothly and spring
back to idle position when released. Have a dealer correct if necessary.
DRIVE CHAIN
Check the condition of the drive chain and check the drive chain slack.
Lubricate and adjust the drive chain as necessary.
TIRES
Check tire pressure tire gauge to check and adjust tire pressure when the
tires are cold. Tire pressures must be equal on both sides.
WARNING!
Operation of this vehicle with improper tire pressure may cause severe
injury or death from loss of control or rollover. Tire pressure below the
minimum specified could also cause the tire to dislodge from the rim un-
der severe riding conditions.
Set tire pressures to the following specifications:
RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE
Front 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Rear 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
MINIMUM TIRE PRESSURE
Front 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
MAXIMUM TIRE SEATING PRESSURE
Front 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
The lower-pressure the gauge is included as standard equipment. Make two
measurements of the tire pressure and use the second reading. Dust or dirt
in the gauge could cause the first reading to be incorrect.