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BA150-2

Read this manual carefully. Never allow anyone under 14+ years old 

to ride this ATV. This ATV is recommended only for a highly 

experience rider

OWNER’S MANUAL

This is a Category T ATV

Minimum Age Requirement: 14+

Always wear a helmet: It could save your life!

Do not remove the owner’s manual from this vehicle.

Please obtain, review and follow provincial/municipal government acts and 

regulations pertaining to owning and operating an off-road vehicle.

Rev. C

021309

For more information on ATV Safety contact 

the Baja ATV Safety Hotline at: 866-260-8630

Summary of Contents for BA150-2

Page 1: ...tegory T ATV Minimum Age Requirement 14 Always wear a helmet It could save your life Do not remove the owner s manual from this vehicle Please obtain review and follow provincial municipal government...

Page 2: ...n the age group for which an ATV is recommended he or she may not have the skills abilities or judgement needed to operate the ATV safely and may be involved in a serious accident Category Y Youth Mod...

Page 3: ...Warranty 90 days Warranty is void if Frame is bent or broken due to abuse Wheels are bent or broken Fender bent or broken due to abuse Any sign of impact accident jumping spin outs or roll over BAJA I...

Page 4: ...to ride this ATV WARNING Operating this ATV after consuming alcohol or drugs can be hazardous Alcohol and drugs could seriously affect your judgment and cause you to react more slowly They can also af...

Page 5: ...5 Baja 150 Right Left Front wheel Rear wheel Gas cap Rear shock Exhaust Seat Throttle lever Brake lever Front shocks Fuel valve Oil fill plug Air filter box Tool compartment located under seat...

Page 6: ...nsfer it to another user or owner All information illustrations photographs and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication...

Page 7: ...NING 31 OPERATION OF HILLS 32 CLIMBING A HILL 32 DESCENDING A HILL 33 RIDING OVER OBSTACLES 35 SKIDDING OR SLIDING 36 RIDING THROUGH WATER 37 RIDING IN COLD WEATHER 38 DRESSING FOR COLD WEATHER RIDING...

Page 8: ...62 REAR DISC BRAKE 63 GENERAL LUBRICATION 64 TROUBLESHOOTING 65 TRANSPORTING 67 CLEANING PROCEDURE 68 WASHING YOUR ATV 69 STORAGE PROCEDURE 70 SPECIFICATIONS 71 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM 72 EMISSION CONTROL SY...

Page 9: ...tant that every child who rides the ATV should complete a training course THIS ATV IS NOT A TOY AND COULD BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles a...

Page 10: ...dules described in this manual Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests of the ATV during operation Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar te...

Page 11: ...rocedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hill To avoid stalling use proper gear and maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you stall or roll backwards follow the special proce...

Page 12: ...in this manual for carrying cargo Allow greater distance for braking The combined weight of the rider and any accessories or cargo must never exceed the vehicle s load capacity of 220 lbs 100 kg Do n...

Page 13: ...e SAE 10W 30 for good starting and smooth operation checking the OIL Check the engine oil level prior to each use 1 Start the engine and let it idle for a few minutes 2 Stop the engine and put the veh...

Page 14: ...ame serial engine serial Labels Read and follow all of the warning labels on your ATV Make sure you understand all the labels Keep the labels on the ATV Do not remove them for any reason If a label co...

Page 15: ...increases the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision is required for children under age 16 NEVER permit children under age 14 to operate this ATV NEVER ride as a passenger Passengers can ca...

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Page 17: ...sition this Button will start the engine Rear Hydraulic Brake Apply the rear brake by squeezing the rear brake lever towards the grip Headlight Switch This switch controls the operation of the headlig...

Page 18: ...ng under the direction of the adult owner The adjustment screw should never be adjusted to increase the speed of the ATV until the capability of the rider has been determined Use the throttle adjustin...

Page 19: ...cannot flow Use this position when the engine is not running ON position The fuel valve set to ON fuel can flow to the engine The normal operating position Fuel Valve a This valve is located beneath t...

Page 20: ...open the fuel tank remove the vent tube from the cap and rotate it counterclockwise To replace the cap turn it clockwise and tighten it securely Be sure to replace the vent tube as shown Fuel level Fi...

Page 21: ...G Improper fueling of the ATV could be hazardous Failing to follow safety precautions when refueling could result in a fire or let you to breathe toxic fumes Refuel in a well ventilated area Make sure...

Page 22: ...ew the control system on your ATV before riding Learn to find these controls without looking for them because you will not have time to look for them when you are riding Canadian residents must obtain...

Page 23: ...f throttle lever Smooth response Quick return to idle position Drive chain Proper tension adequate lubrication No excessive wear or damage General condition Bolts and nuts are tight No rattle from any...

Page 24: ...ze and not seal properly Allow the engine to accelerate freely without exceeding the maximum throttle limit Allow the Engine Oil to Circulate Before Riding Allow a few minutes of idling time after war...

Page 25: ...te the ATV on any paved surfaces including sidewalks driveways parking lots and streets WARNING Operating this ATV on public streets roads or highways You may collide with another vehicle Never operat...

Page 26: ...ankle long pants and a long sleeve shirt WARNING Operating this ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet eye protection and protective clothing Operating without an approved motorcycle helmet...

Page 27: ...RNING Attempting wheelies jumps and other stunts Increases the chance of an accident including an overturn Never attempt stunts such as wheelies or jumps Don t try to show off WARNING Operating this A...

Page 28: ...operating condition Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner s manual WARNING Removing hands from handlebars or feet from the footrests during oper...

Page 29: ...tle quickly will cause the ATV to move forward Basic Movement and Shifting WARNING Failure to use extra care when operating on excessively rough slipper or loose terrain Could cause loss of traction o...

Page 30: ...hazardous The ATV could skid and go out of control if you brake too hard Apply the brakes lightly and carefully on slippery surfaces WARNING Operating the parking brake when the ATV is moving could b...

Page 31: ...body weight farther toward the inside of the turn to maintain your balance Natural turning forces which can push the vehicle to the outside of the turn increase as the speed or the turn sharpness incr...

Page 32: ...roperly Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn Always follow the proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this owner s manual Always check the terrain carefully before you st...

Page 33: ...he hill 4 Slow down gradually when you reach the top of the hill WARNING Going down a hill improperly Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn Always follow proper procedures for going dow...

Page 34: ...ean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill if possible WARNING Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn Never attempt to turn the ATV a...

Page 35: ...brake When fully stopped apply rear brake as well and then lock the parking brake Dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill Turn the ATV around and remount following the procedu...

Page 36: ...of this ATV You may also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds and on level smooth terrain On extrem...

Page 37: ...ing WARNING Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water Tires may float causing loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an accident Never operate this ATV in fast flowing wa...

Page 38: ...ng If the brakes do not regain full stopping power ask your authorized service center to check them before you continue riding your ATV Water that enters the brakes may freeze after you park your ATV...

Page 39: ...nd prevention of hypothermia Information is available at libraries and through government agencies Plan your winter rides with safety and comfort in mind Dress for the worst conditions you might encou...

Page 40: ...loss of control Severe injury or death could occur if you lose control of the ATV Go slowly and be careful when riding on snow covered terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions WARNING R...

Page 41: ...uld cause the vehicle to be harder to steer 4 Do not add accessories or cargo which interferes with controls or other equipment 5 Do not carry heavy or bulky cargo 6 Distribute cargo weight evenly bet...

Page 42: ...6 Month 100 hrs 6 Month 100 hrs 1 Year 300 hrs Fuel Line 3 3 3 Spark Plug 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 Carburetor 3 3 3 3 3 Air Filter Element Every 15 35 hours more often in wet or dusty areas Clean and repl...

Page 43: ...ce more often than shown in the chart Operating yourATV under severe conditions causes more wear on yourATV Severe conditions include operating under frequent full throttle or in dusty wet sandy or mu...

Page 44: ...proper spark plug could damage your ATV An improper spark plug may have an incorrect fit or heat range for your engine This may cause severe engine damage which may not be covered under warranty Use o...

Page 45: ...Refer to maintenance schedule in this owner s manual for valve adjustment inspection intervals Valve clearance should be Intake 0 002 inch 0 05 mm Exhaust 0 003 inch 0 0762 mm The engine will make exc...

Page 46: ...s KEEP ALL CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE AREA WHILE THIS PROCEDURE IS BEING PERFORMED POISON CAUSES SEVERE BURNS Contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing To prevent accidents rinse emp...

Page 47: ...les upside down in battery holes until electrolyte is completely drained Never leave children unattended around battery If air bubbles cease to float to the top of the electrolyte bottles tap lightly...

Page 48: ...g is complete press down firmly with both hands to seat the caps Do not pound or hammer The battery is now sealed See figure 7 Install battery in the ATV and make sure it is secured properly See figur...

Page 49: ...he vehicle using cover and strap WARNING DO NOT open sealed caps to add water to battery Always wear safety glasses and charge in a ventilated area If battery gets hot to the touch discontinue chargin...

Page 50: ...the correct limits WARNING Operating the vehicle with an inadequate throttle lever free distance could be hazardous Inadequate throttle lever free distance could cause engine speed to rise suddenly wh...

Page 51: ...OSE WARNING Improper adjustment of the idle speed could be hazardous An idle speed that is too high could cause the ATV to launch forward when you start the engine This may cause an accident Excessive...

Page 52: ...rk the vehicle on level ground 2 Remove the oil cap 3 Remove the drain bolt and allow oil to drain into an approved container 4 Reinstall the drain bolt 5 Add fresh oil of the specified type see page...

Page 53: ...loves such as dish washing gloves when changing oil If oil contacts your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Launder any clothing or rags if wet with oil Recycle or properly dispose of used oil C...

Page 54: ...ent in place could be hazardous If the air cleaner element did not filter dirt severe engine damage would occur if the dirt entered the running engine Never run the engine without the air cleaner elem...

Page 55: ...e air cleaner bracket d and air cleaner e from the air cleaner housing Washing the Element 1 Gently wash the air cleaner e in clean non flammable high flash point solvent such as kerosene not gasoline...

Page 56: ...ement for tears before and after cleaning it Replace the element with a new one if it is torn CAUTION Failing to position the air cleaner element properly could damage your ATV Air will bypass the air...

Page 57: ...u can If necessary consult your authorized service center The drive chain is damaged means that the sprockets may also be damaged Inspect the sprockets as specified below Good Worn If you find any of...

Page 58: ...before each use of the ATV could be hazardous Too much chain slack could cause the chain to come off the sprockets resulting in an accident or serious damage to the ATV Inspect the drive chain slack...

Page 59: ...ires specified Always maintain proper tire air pressure as described in this section WARNING Operating this ATV with improper modifications Improper installation of accessories or modifications to thi...

Page 60: ...ing an accident Replace the front and rear tires when the depth on the tread is 4 0 mm 0 16 in or less WARNING Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly Could cause changes in vehicl...

Page 61: ...r service facilities are not readily available it is strongly recommended that you bring a plug type repair kit and a tire air pump with you WARNING Overfilling the air to the tires could be hazardous...

Page 62: ...inspect brake wear often Operating in mud water sand or other extreme conditions can cause accelerated brake wear This could lead to an accident If you operate your vehicle under these conditions the...

Page 63: ...ds is recommended Replace the shoe pads in sets WARNING Brake fluid can be hazardous to humans and pets Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed and harmful if it comes in contact with your skin o...

Page 64: ...le Increase intervals when you use your ATV in severe conditions Your authorized service center should do general lubrication as shown in the MAINTENANCE CHART The authorized service center will lubri...

Page 65: ...engine for a few seconds Shut off engine d Loosen the drain screw and check that the carburetor is filled back up with fuel e If fuel is reaching the carburetor the ignition system should be checked n...

Page 66: ...place it if necessary 3 Make sure the fuel valve is not clogged and the fuel tank is not clogged either 4 Check the idle speed If necessary adjust it using a tachometer The correct idle speed is 1250...

Page 67: ...When draining fuel from the carburetor be sure to shut the engine off Do not smoke and never drain or refuel in an area where there are open flames or sparks Do not spill the fuel or you may create a...

Page 68: ...can reduce engine cooling ability conceal damage or increase wear of certain parts It is important to remove all debris during cleaning PREPARATION FOR CLEANING Wash the ATV before any mud dries on t...

Page 69: ...can be used Be careful with brushes as they may scratch plastic or painted surfaces Rinse the ATV thoroughly with clean water Dry all areas using a chamois or soft absorbent cloth INSPECTION AFTER CLE...

Page 70: ...e tires to the normal pressure EXTERNAL 1 Spray all vinyl and rubber parts with rubber protection 2 Spray unpainted surfaces with rust preventative 3 Coat painted surfaces with car wax PROCEDURE FOR R...

Page 71: ...ession Ratio 9 2 1 Tire Front AT19 7 8 9 1 psi Starter System Electric Tire Rear AT18 9 5 8 9 1 psi Type of carburetor PD24G Overall Dimensions L W H 63 4 35 4 40 5 Lubrication Press Splash Seat Heigh...

Page 72: ...72 Baja 150 Circuit Diagram...

Page 73: ...on your vehicle and retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle You may not be denied a warranty claim solely because of your failure to ensure the perfor mance of all scheduled maintena...

Page 74: ...repair to bring your vehicle into compliance with applicable standards may be denied This Emission Control System Warranty is in addition to the standard Limited War ranty EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS...

Page 75: ...ntract negligence or other tort or otherwise No express emission control system warranty is given by the Distributor except as specifically set forth herein Any emission control system warranty implie...

Page 76: ...76 Baja INC P O Box 61150 Phoenix AZ 85082 Tel 602 443 9180 Toll Free 888 863 2252...

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