User manual KYMCO XCITING 250 AFI

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL KWANG YANG MOTOR CO. , LTD. XCITING 500 AFI XCITING 500 XCITING 250 AFI XCITING 250 Issued: 15. 02. 2006 FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing this KYMCO scooter and welcome to the family of KYMCO scooter riders. Please read this owner's manual carefully before riding so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your scooter controls, its features, capabilities, and limitations. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your scooter, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this manual. For replacement parts and accessories, we recommend genuine KYMCO products. [. . . ] It is essential that some stress be placed on the engine components during break-in to ensure this mating process. Avoid constant low speed Operating the engine at constant low speed (light load) can cause parts to glaze and not seat in. Allow the engine to accelerate freely through the gears, without exceeding the recommended maximum limits. Do not, however, use full throttle for the first 1600 km (1000 miles). Breaking in the new tires New tires need proper break-in to assure maximum performance, just as the engine does. Wear in the tread surface by gradually increasing your cornering lean angles over the first 160 km (100 miles) before attempting maximum performance. Avoid hard acceleration, hard cornering, and hard braking for the first 160 km (100 miles). WARNING Failure to perform break-in of the tires could cause tire slip and loss of control. Perform proper break-in of the tires as described in this section and avoid hard acceleration, hard cornering, and hard braking for the first 160 km (100 miles). Observe your first and most critical service The 1000 km (600 miles) service is the most important service your scooter will receive. During break-in all of the engine components will have worn in and all of the other parts will have seated in. All adjustments will be restored, all fasteners will be tightened, and the dirty oil will be replaced. Timely performance of the 1000 km (600 miles) service will ensure optimum service life and performance from the engine. NOTE: The 1000 km (600 miles) service should be performed as outlined in the maintenance schedule section of this owner's manual. Pay particular attention to the caution and warning in maintenance schedule section. 58 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE A well-maintained scooter is essential for safe, economical and trouble-free riding. To help you properly care for your scooter, the following pages include a maintenance schedule for regularly scheduled maintenance. These instructions are based on the assumption that the scooter will be used exclusively for its designed purpose. Sustained high speed operation or operation in unusually wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent service than specified in the maintenance schedule. Consult your KYMCO dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use. If your overturns or becomes involved in a crash, be sure your KYMCO dealer inspects all major parts, even if you are able to make some repairs. WARNING Improperly maintaining this scooter or failing to correct a problem before you ride can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual. WARNING Running the engine indoors or in a garage can be hazardous. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a gas that is colorless and odorless and can cause death or severe injury. Only run the engine outdoors where there is fresh air. 59 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (XCITING 500 AFI/XCITING 500) Perform the pre-ride inspection (see page 44) at each scheduled maintenance period. val b This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first. CT CL I: INSPECT AND CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY N REP C: CLEAN R: REPLACE A: ADJUST L: LUBRICATE ce c ntenance schedu e wing mainte The following maintenance schedule specifies all maintenance required to keep your scooter in . [. . . ] Exhaust pipe maintenance The exhaust pipe is stainless steel but may become stained by oil or mud. If necessary, remove heat stains with a liquid kitchen abrasive. 104 Clean the windshield Using plenty of water, clean the windshield with a soft cloth or sponge. (Avoid using detergents or any kind of chemical cleaner on the windshield. ) Dry with a soft, clean cloth. To avoid possible scratching or other damage, use only water and a soft cloth or sponge to clean the windshield. [. . . ]