Thumpstar ATV 125CC, Owner'S Manual

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Frequent use in wet conditions will require more frequent oil change. lf the
vehicle becomes submerged in water, immediately change the oil. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in severe transmission damage.
BRAKE
The ATV has rear disk brake.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ATVs brake systems can be
hazardous. Improper maintenance of the brakes increases you chances of
having an accident. Be sure to inspect the brakes before each use of the
vehicle according to the inspection before riding section, always maintain
your breaks according to the Maintenance Schedule.
Operating the ATV in harsh conditions can be hazardous if you do not
inspect brake wear often. Operating in mud, water, sand, or other extreme
conditions can cause accelerated brake wear. This could lead to an acci-
dent. If you operate your vehicle under these conditions. The brakes must
be inspected more often than recommended in the Maintenance Schedule.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Increase brake function, making the vehicle brake more steady.
1. Set the parking brake by squeezing the brake lever and pressing the lock
knob.
2. Try to move the vehicle backward and forward to see if the rear wheels
are securely locked. If the rear wheels can turn, adjust the brake to lock the
wheels securely by releasing the parking brake.
ATV 125 - Inspection and Maintenance