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Owner’s   manual

      

Neon   50

   

   

   
   
   

   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Nipponia   S.A.

   

OWB001-­‐EN   

Summary of Contents for Neon

Page 1: ... Owner s manual Neon 50 Nipponia S A OWB001 EN ...

Page 2: ...ollow these instructions may result in damage to your scooter or minor injury WARNING Important information or instructions Failure to follow these instructions may result in heavy damage to your scooter serious injury or even death This manual is an integral part of the scooter and must always accompany it even in the event of a resale If you have any questions concerning the contents of this man...

Page 3: ... Speedometer 11 Odometer 11 Fuel gauge 11 Turning signal indicator 11 Oil level indicator 12 High beam indicator 12 Clock and regulation buttons 12 Controls 12 Main Ignition switch 12 Steering lock 13 Start button 13 Light switch 14 Dimmer switch 14 Turn signal switch 14 Horn button 14 Seat 15 Storage compartment 15 Fuel Tank 16 Fuel 16 Driving Instructions 17 Pre operation Inspection 17 Starting ...

Page 4: ...cement 25 Air Cleaner 26 Spark Plug 27 Spark plug inspection and replacement 27 Tyres 28 Brakes 28 Hydraulic brake fluid inspection 29 Brakes inspection 30 Battery 31 Battery removal 32 Electric Fuse 32 Care and Storage Guide 34 Long term storage 34 Use after storage 34 Cleaning 35 Specifications 36 Wiring Diagram 37 ...

Page 5: ...eason for many accidents Driving speed must not exceed the limit specified by traffic regulations and allowed by road conditions Always signal when turning or changing lanes in order to attract the attention of the other drivers 5 Never drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs it dramatically increases the risk of accidents 6 Exercise special attention when driving over crossroads or pa...

Page 6: ...an affect its performance and safety and or render it illegal for use Observe applicable laws and all national and local regulations concerning vehicle equipment Additionally such modifications will cancel the warranty Loading Adding accessories or cargo to your scooter can adversely affect stability and handling if the weight distribution of the scooter is changed Use extra care when riding a sco...

Page 7: ...0kg Accessories When installing accessories not approved by Nipponia attention should be paid to the following points 1 The installation of the accessories must not affect the suspension travel the light position and the steering angle 2 Do not obstruct the ventilation duct to ensure cooling of the engine 3 Avoid installing any accessories that could hinder your access to vehicle controls and move...

Page 8: ...ar of the scooter frame and is covered by the VIN cap The Engine number 3 is engraved on the upper left part of the engine case You can write your scooter s identification numbers here Vehicle identification number Engine number NOTE Please make a note of your scooter s VIN and Engine number so you can place your orders quickly when purchasing spare parts from Nipponia ...

Page 9: ... 8 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION Left view 1 Side stand 2 Battery cover 3 Seat 4 Handgrip 5 Seat lock 6 Pillion footrest 7 Kick Starter 8 Main Stand 9 Air filter ...

Page 10: ... 9 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION Right view 1 Exhaust muffler 2 Rear fender 3 Rear light 4 Fuel tank 5 Storage compartment 6 Oil tank 7 Front turn signal light 8 Headlight 4 ...

Page 11: ...d controls 1 Horn button 2 Turn signal switch 3 Rear brake lever 4 Left rear view mirror 5 Dimmer switch 6 Instrument panel 7 Light switch 8 Right rear view mirror 9 Front brake lever 10 Throttle grip 11 Start button 12 Main Ignition switch ...

Page 12: ... the scooter in km Fuel gauge 3 This gauge indicates the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank When the pointer of the gauge reaches the F Full mark there are 5L in the tank When it reaches the red area there are about 1 2L left in the tank and the fuel tank needs to be refilled Turning signal indicator 4 This indicator flashes when left or right turn signal light is on ...

Page 13: ...on each side of the screen Controls Main Ignition switch 1 The main switch is located at the upper right part of the frame body It is used to control the ignition and electrical systems and to lock the steering wheel To use it insert the ignition key The switch can then be turned to the following positions ATTENTION If the oil level indicator lights during normal engine operation it is advisable t...

Page 14: ...n and while pressing turn to position to lock To unlock the steering insert the key and turn it to position To prevent from theft always lock the steering when parked Start button 2 To start the engine using the start button make sure to raise the side stand and hold the front or rear brake Then press the start button to start the engine NOTE When locking the steering the handlebars must be turned...

Page 15: ...r the engine has started to turn on the headlight position light rear light and license plate light It is recommended for use while driving at night in reduced visibility conditions Dimmer switch 4 This switch controls the headlight beam with the light switch in position High beam Low beam Turn signal switch 5 Push this switch to position to signal a left hand turn or to position to signal a right...

Page 16: ... the key from the lock Always make sure that the seat is securely locked before driving Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the seat Its maximum loading capacity is 5kg NOTE Be careful while washing your scooter as the storage compartment may get wet Do not keep valuable items in the storage compartment NOTE The turn signal switch does not turn off automatically You must p...

Page 17: ...arting the engine Avoiding breathing any gasoline vapours Keep away from children WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and may be explosive Always turn off the engine before refuelling Never smoke while refuelling and avoid sparks flames or any other source that could ignite the fuel Do not overfill the tank After refuelling always make sure that the cap is securely closed WARNING You should not e...

Page 18: ...on Fuel Check the fuel level and refuel if necessary Inspect the fuel circuit for any fuel leakage Engine oil and gear oil Check the engine oil and the gear oil and refill to the specified level if necessary Inspect the scooter for any oil leakage Front and rear brakes Check operation of the brakes Inspect condition of the brake pads Check the brake fluids and refill to the specified level if nece...

Page 19: ...s horn and panel instruments If you need assistance on how to perform any of the above mentioned tasks do not hesitate to contact an authorised Nipponia service point Starting the Engine Before starting the engine make sure to raise the side stand You can rest the scooter on the main stand 1 Turn the main switch to position 2 Close the throttle completely and do not turn it 3 Press the start butto...

Page 20: ... 3 4 seconds turn the throttle grip open a little It may make the engine easier to start After long term inactivity periods it may be difficult to start the engine In such a case hold the start button a little more than usual and turn the throttle grip open a little After starting in a cold state allow the engine to warm up for approx 3 minutes If the engine does not start with the electric starte...

Page 21: ... is safe to go 6 Release the brake and gradually turn the throttle grip open Braking When you need to brake close the throttle grip and use both front and rear brakes Press the brake levers smoothly gradually increasing the pressure NOTE Applying only one of the brakes front or rear results in reduced braking power WARNING Do not turn the throttle grip too abruptly to avoid falling off the vehicle...

Page 22: ... always lock the steering when parking main switch on position and remove the ignition key WARNING Avoid braking while turning as it could cause the scooter to skid or fall When driving on a wet or slippery road the braking distance is longer than usual Reduce the driving speed and brake in advance or you may lose balance and fall ATTENTION When driving downhill close the throttle grip and use bot...

Page 23: ...t exceed the maximum speed according to the engine version 25 30 45km h During the engine break in period do not put heavy loads on the scooter and avoid driving at full throttle or constant speed for a long time WARNING Park the scooter on a flat and stable surface to prevent it from falling When you park on a slope position the scooter facing upwards to prevent it from falling Do not turn the ig...

Page 24: ...is not enough 24 Gearbox oil R Replace every 4000 km 25 Air filter element I C R 26 Spark plug I I R 27 Fuel Pipes I I _ Carburettor idle speed I I _ Throttle function I I _ Braking system pads fluids I I 28 Clutch weights I _ Brake switch I I _ Transmission belt I R _ Transmission system check for leakage I I _ Engine check for leakage I I _ Fasteners bolts screws nuts I I _ Headlight beam settin...

Page 25: ...he schedule chart stand for I Inspect or clean A Adjust C Clean R Replace Engine oil This scooter should use 2 stroke engine oil FC There is no need to use any additives Do not use common oil vegetable oil or castor oil The 2 stroke engine consumes the lubricant so you should inspect the level of the engine oil frequently The oil tank is behind the centre cover and has a capacity of 1 2L When you ...

Page 26: ... the gear oil 4 After the gear oil has been drained out completely clean the drain bolt and tighten it 5 Pour about 100ml of new gear oil 6 Tighten the filling bolt to prevent the gear oil from flowing out 7 For a new scooter replace the gear oil after the first 500 km After that replace every year or every 6000 km SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ATTENTION After the engine has been running the oil tempera...

Page 27: ...g use high pressure air and not oil type solvent If the air cleaner is not installed correctly dust can be sucked directly into the engine cylinder This may cause piston wear reduce engine power and shorten the life of the engine ATTENTION This work should only be done at an authorised Nipponia service point Replace the gear oil while the engine is warm and with the scooter set on a level surface ...

Page 28: ... with the wrench 1 2 turn for a new plug 1 8 1 4 turn for a used one 5 Put on the spark plug cap Tyres The inflated tyre pressure must be checked daily and regulated according to the following table Cracks damage and wear on the tyres cause unsteady steering or even tyre blow out Note that tyre pressure is measured with cold tyres SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING The spark plug must be screwed in f...

Page 29: ...g system should be performed to prevent accidents SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Tyre specifications Tyre pressure in cold state Rider only Rider and passenger Front wheel 120 70 12 1 75 bar 2 30 bar Rear wheel 120 70 12 2 25 bar 2 30 bar ATTENTION If tyre pressure exceeds the standard value the tyre can easily be damaged if tyre pressure is below the standard value it may cause loss of control while dri...

Page 30: ...cooter to an authorized Nipponia service point for brake maintenance When the hydraulic fluid level has fallen to the MIN mark refill the fluid in the reservoir 1 Remove the handlebar cover reservoir cap pad and seal 2 3 and 4 2 Add DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed closed container into the reservoir until the fluid level is at the MAX mark 3 Reinstall the reservoir pad reservoir cap and han...

Page 31: ... and plastic parts When refilling the brake fluid make sure the reservoir is set level otherwise fluid will spill out when you remove the reservoir cap Only use DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed container Do not mix pollutants such as oil mud or water with the brake fluid in the reservoir Inspect that the fluid level is above the MIN mark when resting the motorcycle in a vertical position The...

Page 32: ...nce Battery This model uses a 12V 7Ah maintenance free sealed battery The battery will be prepared for use before you take delivery of the scooter Please note the following 1 If the motorcycle is stored for a long time the battery must be removed and charged fully then stored in a cool dry place If the battery is left on the vehicle remove the negative cable from the battery pole 2 When removing t...

Page 33: ...e gas Keep away from any spark or flame The battery contains acid Avoid contact with the skin or eyes Keep away from children ATTENTION When starting the engine do not use the starter motor for more than 5 seconds at a time Alternatively the kick starter can be used When the battery requires recharging use 0 9A charging current and 12 5V charging voltage 1 Negative cable 2 Battery 3 Positive cable...

Page 34: ... 33 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Use of fuses of rating other than specified may result in damage to the electrical system loss of engine power or even fire ...

Page 35: ...g or preserving agent on coloured parts and grease on moving metal parts 5 Inflate tyres to specified pressure and then lift the scooter onto blocks to keep the wheels off the ground 6 Finally cover your scooter Use after storage 1 Take the cover off and clean your scooter If the scooter has been stored for more than 4 months replace the engine oil 2 Recharge the battery and install it 3 Drain the...

Page 36: ...st The plastic parts should be cleaned with a cloth or sponge using a neutral cleaning agent 2 After drying let the engine run at idle for several minutes 3 Before riding the brakes should be inspected carefully ATTENTION Washing with high pressure water may damage some parts The following parts should not be washed in this fashion Wheel hubs muffler end storage compartment main switch and speedom...

Page 37: ... 180 Max load kg including driver 165 Fuel consumption at 30km h speed L 100km 2 0 Front tyre 120 70 12 Spark plug BPR7HS Rear tyre 120 70 12 Spark plug gap mm 0 6 0 7 Climbing ability 18o Engine oil capacity L 1 2 Braking distance m initial speed 40 km h 21 m Fuel tank capacity L 5 0 Battery 12V 7Ah High low beam light Position light Taillight brake light license plate light Turn signal lights 12...

Page 38: ... 37 WIRING DIAGRAM ...

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