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OWNER’
S MANUAL

(VL125L)

HEAD OFFICE(FACTORY)
#58, SUNG SAN-DONG, CHANG WON, KYUNGNAM, KOREA
TEL: (82-55) 239-7000 / FAX: (82-2) 2269-7997

OM41-0205-02E
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
OPERATOR AND PASSENGER
This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and one passenger.

ON-ROAD USE
This motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road.

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL CAREFULLY

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:

WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed.

CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.

NOTE
Gives helpful information.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold or otherwise
transferred to a new owner or operator.
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CONTENTS
SPECIFICATION ...................................................................... 3 WINKER SWITCH ............................................................. 14
OPERATION INSTRUCTION ............................................ 4 HORN BUTTON ................................................................. 15
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 4 EQUIPMENT USAGE ........................................................ 15
PRIOR TO STARTING VEHICLE ........................................ 5 STEERING WHEEL LOCK ................................................ 15
CORRECT ATTIRE ............................................................. 5 TOOL BOX ......................................................................... 16
OPERATION ........................................................................ 6 FUEL .................................................................................. 16
CARGO ................................................................................ 6 CORRECT DRIVING OPERATION .............................. 17
MODIFICATION ................................................................... 7 STARTING THE ENGINE .................................................. 18
ATTACHMENT .................................................................... 7 IF ENGINE CANNOT BE STARTED ................................. 19
MUFFLER ............................................................................ 7 GEAR SHIFTING ............................................................... 19
PARTS LOCATION.............................................................. 8 OPERATION ...................................................................... 20
METER READING AND USAGE................................... 10 HOW TO USE BRAKE ....................................................... 20
METER .............................................................................. 10 PARKING ........................................................................... 21
TACHOMETER .................................................................. 10 SELF INSPECTIONS BEFORE OPERATION .......... 22
INDICATOR LAMPS .......................................................... 11 INSPECTION OF CONCERNED AREA ............................ 22
FUEL GAUGE .................................................................... 11 FUEL CHECK .................................................................... 22
SWITCH OPERATION ...................................................... 12 BRAKES ............................................................................ 23
MAIN SWITCH ....................................................................12 TIRES ................................................................................ 26
HEADLIGHT·POSITION LAMP ....................................... 12 BATTERY .......................................................................... 27
ENGINE STOP SWITCH ................................................... 13 THROTTLE GRIP .............................................................. 29
STARTER BUTTON .......................................................... 14 CLUTCH ............................................................................ 30

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DRIVE CHAIN ................................................................... 31 SAFE DRIVING....................................................................... 48

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ............................................. 33 PREPARATION BEFORE DRIVING ............................ 48
CHANGING ENGINE OIL .................................................. 33 DRIVING METHOD ............................................................ 49
LIGHTS AND WINKER ...................................................... 34 DRIVING POSITION ...........................................................49
BACK MIRROR .................................................................. 34 PRECAUTION WHEN DRIVING ....................................... 50
LICENSE PLATE ............................................................... 34 STARTING ......................................................................... 51
MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 35 TURNING METHOD .......................................................... 52
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............................................ 36 PRINCIPLE OF TURN ....................................................... 52
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS ...................................... 38 EFFECT OF SPEED .......................................................... 52
FRAME AND ENGINE NUMBERS .................................... 38 3 POSITIONS OF TURNING ............................................. 53
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT ................................................. 39 TURNING METHOD .......................................................... 54
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT ............................................. 39 PRECAUTION WHEN TURNING ...................................... 55
WHEEL REMOVAL ............................................................ 40 BRAKING METHOD .......................................................... 56
BULB REPLACEMENT ...................................................... 42 BASIC PRINCIPLE OF BRAKE(FRICTION FORCE) ........ 56
SPARK PLUG .................................................................... 44 RESTRAINT OF BRAKE EFFECT (INERTIA) .................. 56
FUSE REPLACEMENT ..................................................... 45 BRAKING METHOD .......................................................... 57
SIDE STAND ..................................................................... 46 COMPARISION OF BRAKING DISTANCE ........................57
CABLE RUBBER PART ..................................................... 46 IMPACT WHEN COLLISION ..............................................57
NOTABLES FOR CAR WASHING .................................... 46 WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................... 58
STORAGE GUIDE ............................................................. 47

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SPECIFICATION

ITEM DATA ITEM DATA

LENGTH×WIDTH×HEIGHT(mm) 2,240×860×1,140 IGNITION SYSTEM C.D.I

WHEEL BASE(mm) 1,505 BATTERY CAPACITY 12V 9AH
GROUND CLEARANCE(mm) 135 FUEL CAPACITY(ℓ) 17.3
SEAT HEIGHT(mm) 720 FR. 90 / 90 - 18
TIRE SIZE
WEIGHT(kgf) 147.5 RR. 130 / 90 - 15
PASSENGER 2 FR. TELESCOPIC
SUSPENSION
OIL COOLED/AIR COOLED RR. SINGLE ARM
ENGINE TYPE
4 STROKE 4VALVE FR. HYDRAULIC DISK
BRAKE
PISTON DISPLACEMENT(cc) 124.1 RR. DRUM BRAKE

BORE AND STROKE(mm) 56.5×49.5 SPARK PLUG CR8EH-9

STARTING SYSTEM START MOTOR / KICK FUSE(A) 15

TRANSMISSION TYPE 5 STEPS RETURN

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OPERATION INSTRUCTION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This manual describes matters pertaining to correct operation,
safe operation and simple maintenance of the vehicle you ●Careful driving and the wearing of proper attire and safety
purchased. equipment are the most important factors in the safe
To ensure more comfortable and safer operation, operation of the daystar. Please obey traffic regulations and
make sure to read this manual carefully prior to operation. do not be hurried and careless.
●The photographs and drawings shown in this manual may ●Many new vehicle owners operate their newly purchased
differ from those of actual vehicles due to changes in vehicles with great care and attention to safety factors.
vehicle specifications and modifications made. However, after becoming accustomed to the operations are
●This vehicle is designed for 2 riders including the operator. often discarded, which can lead to accidents. Please don't let
this happen to you and always approach the operation of
your vehicle with the safety considerations needed.
CAUTION
When operating the vehicle, always keep in mind and obey
●Do not use polluted gasoline. the notes of precaution printed on the“Safety Precaution
Using polluted gasoline will cause rust inside the fuel Label”attached to the vehicle.
tank, and will close the supply of fuel to the carburetor,
leading to an improper engine starting or may cause ●Always wear helmet.
serious damage to an engine. ●Wear the safety goggles
●Do not use polluted or low-grade oil. ●Drive safety
Always use genuine oil to protect and extend vehicle ●Pay attention to get burnt as the muffler can get very
performance and its life span. hot.
●If any failure occurs due to the use of polluted gasoline
or oil, such failure will be excluded from being eligible
for repairs under the warranty.

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PRIOR TO STARTING VEHICLE

●Read user's manual carefully. A helmet should always be

worn and the helmet chin
●Conduct maintenance checks prior to operation. strap should be securely Correct shirts or jackets with
●Always maintain vehicle in clean status and carry out fastened. tight-fitting sleeves should be
worn,
specified maintenance checks.
●Make sure to stop engine and stay away from fire when
fueling.
●Exhaust gas contains harmful substance such as carbon
monoxide, Start engine in well-ventilated places.

CORRECT ATTIRE

●Always make sure to wear helmet for safety. Wear gloves

and safety goggles.
●Do not wear uniforms which might hinder operation. It is
dangerous if the uniform is caught by brake lever, clutch
lever or by the rotating part of drive chain.
●Do not wear slippers which might obstruct brake operation or Shoes should fit properly, and shoes having little or
no heel should be worn.
transmission gear operation.
●Many automobile / motorcycle accidents happen because the
automobile driver does not “see” the motorcyclist.
Make yourself conspicuous to help avoid the accident that
wasn’t your fault :
- Wear bright or reflective clothing.
- Don’t ride in another motorist’s “blind spot”.

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OPERATION CARGO

●Operators should naturally fix bodies to keep smooth driving. ●When carrying cargo, you must keep in mind that operating
●Please check whether or not you are unnaturally strained and the vehicle, especially when turning, will be different.
strung up. ●Make sure not to overload the vehicle with goods as this can
●Driving pose has a great influence on safe operation. make the vehicle unstable during operation.
Please always maintain the center of your body in the middle
of seat. Especially do not sit at the rear seat because it may CAUTION
lessen the weight of front wheel and cause trembling steering ●Only load cargo in or on designated areas as placing or
wheel. fastening cargo to other areas can cause damage to the
●A passenger should hold on to the motorcycle or the operator motorcycle.
with both hands and keep both feet on the pillion step bar. ●Do not place articles between the frame body cover and
●When wanting to turn, slightly lean to body toward the engine as this can burn the goods.
direction of the turn. It is unsafe if the body is not moved in ●Do not attach large or heavy items (such as a sleeping
union with the motorcycle. bag or tent) to the handle bars or fork. Unstable
●Curvy roads and poor, unpaved roads constantly change in handling or slow steering response may result.
surface quality. Driving on these roads can be unsafe if
certain safety precautions are not followed.
●In order to safely drive through these driving conditions,
anticipate coming road conditions, slow down to at least half
the normal speed, and relax your shoulders and wrists while
securely holding the handles.
●Driving with one or both hands not holding the handles or
the front wheel lifted can cause severe injury or death of the
driver resulted from the turnover of the vehicle.

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MODIFICATION MUFFLER

●Modification of vehicle structure or function deteriorates ●Pay particular attention to fellow passenger so that he/she
manipulatability or causes exhaust noise to become louder can prevent getting burnt by the hot muffler during travel.
shortening the vehicle life. These modifications are not only
prohibited by law but also are the acts harmful to other
people. Modifications are not covered by warranty. CAUTION
●Do not park in the place where many pedestrians are
passing through. Pedestrians or children can be burned
ATTACHMENT by contacting with the muffler.
●Fellow passenger care must pay enough attention not to
●Except designated attachment by DAELIM MOTOR CO., be burn by contacting with the muffler.
LTD., don’t attach any extra lighting device, because it may ●If haystack or vinyl is stuck to the muffler, fire can be
cause an early discharging of battery. occurred.
●Carefully inspect the accessory to make sure it does not
obscure any lights, reduce ground clearance and banking
angle, or limit suspension travel, steering travel or control
operation.
●Do not add electrical equipment that will exceed the
motorcycle’s electrical system capacity. A blown fuse could
cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power.
●This motorcycle was not designed to pull a sidecar or trailer.
Handling may be seriously impaired if so equipped.

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PARTS LOCATION

FUEL TANK CAP

TOOL BOX FRONT BRAKE LEVER

STEERING HANDLE LOCK

KICK STARTER

PILLION STEP BAR BATTERY/FUSE REAR BRAKE PEDAL

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PARTS LOCATION

CLUTCH LEVER FUEL COCK

RADIATOR

SIDE STAND PILLION STEP BAR

GEAR CHANGE PEDAL MAIN STAND
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

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METER READING AND USAGE

METER TACHOMETER
SPEEDOMETER ODOMETER
<SPEEDOMETER> Indicates engine rpm.
Indicates speed in km/h during travel.
Maintain legal speed limits to ensure safe
operation.

<ODOMETER>
Indicates total operating distance in km.

<TRIP METER>
Indicates travel distance from the point TRIP METER
the meter is reset to “0”. To reset meter,
turn the trip meter knob to the direction of
arrow.
CAUTION
●Make sure, during travel, the tach-
ometer needle cannot be entered
danger zone(red zone) due to
excessive engine running.

TRIP METER KNOB

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INDICATOR LAMPS FUEL GAUGE

●Pay particular attention because <HEADLIGHT HIGH-BEAM INDICATOR> Indicates amount of gasoline in fuel tank.
idle engine running or abrupt Turned on when the headlight is in high- If needle is within E mark(red zone),
acceleration in the 1st or 2nd gear beam position. immediately fill gasoline.
may cause the tachometer needle to ●Fuel Capacity:17.3ℓ
be in the danger zone(red zone). <NEUTRAL INDICATOR> ●Reserve fuel capacity:2.9ℓ
Danger zone means the engine Turned on when the main switch is in
revolution limit and, if engine is “ON” position and transmission gear in
run beyond this danger limit, neutral position.
engine will be damaged.
<WINKER INDICATOR>
Blinks when turn signal is flashing.

HEAD LIGHT HIGH-BEAM NEUTRAL

INDICATOR INDICATOR

FUEL GAUGE

WINKER
INDICATOR

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SWITCH OPERATION

MAIN SWITCH HEADLIGHT·POSITION LAMP

Main switch is used to turn on or turn off <TURNING ON HEADLIGHT>

CAUTION
engine. Put main switch key in “ON” position and
●Do not manipulate main switch key turn on headlight switch.
Key Key during operation. If the main switch
Function
position removal key is placed on“Off” or“Lock” Switch position Switch position
Starts engine. Used Cannot be position, all electrical system will Headlight, position lamp
(H)
to operate vehicle removed not function. Never operate the and taillight turned on
during day or night main switch key during travel as it
ON time, to operate (P)
Position lamp and
might cause unexpected accidents, taillight turned on.
horn, winker, brake
If it is necessary to remove the
lights or head Light turned off
lights. main switch key, stop the vehicle
first prior to removing. ●Position lamp(
Stops engine. Cuts Can be ) advises approaching
OFF ●Prior to dismounting from the vehicle of the motor cycle position when
off all electrical removed
circuits. vehicle, make sure to lock the operating after sunset. In addition, when
steering wheel and remove key. the motor cycle is stopped at night or at
●If the key is left in “ON” position an intersection, the position lamp advises
without starting engine, battery is other vehicles of the motorcycle
discharged. existence without blinding operators.
●Do not use a number of keys
together with a metal key holder. <HEADLIGHT HIGH OR LOW BEAM OPERATION>
The keys and the key holder may High beam or low beam can be operated
cause scratches or other damage to by the use of high/low beam switch.
the cover while operating the (HI)... Headlight placed on high beam
MAIN SWITCH vehicle.(Recommend cloth or (LO)... Headlight placed on low beam
leather key holders)

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ENGINE STOP SWITCH

This switch is the device for immediate

CAUTION
engine stop by hand in any emergencies.
In normal condition, make sure its position ●Use this engine stop switch in
“ ”(RUN), and do not use on the position emergencies.
of “ ”(OFF). ●When this engine stop switch
changes as “ ”(RUN) “ ”
ENGINE STOP SWITCH (OFF) “ ”(RUN) during travel,
engine cannot operate properly and
also it causes unsafety riding.
Make sure the engine can be
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
damaged by this kind of misuse.
●When you make engine stop by this
switch, the main switch must be in
HEADLIGHT HIGH/LOW “ ”(OFF) position. If the key is
BEAM SWITCH left in “ON” position without
starting engine, battery is dis-
charged.
●If this switch is left in “ ”(OFF)
position, engine cannot be started.

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STARTER BUTTON WINKER SWITCH

Starter motor runs while this button is Use winker switch when you turn to left or
pressed to start engine. right, or when you change course of travel. CAUTION
● Using light-bulbs with wrong watts
<HOW TO USE> may cause malfunction to the
If this switch is turned on when the main winker switches. Always use light-
switch is in “ON” status, turn signal is bulbs with prescribed watts.
brinking. ● The winker switch does not auto-
To release, turn signal operation, press the matically turn back to its original
winker switch. position after completing the turn.
(R) .... Turn to right
(L) .... Turn to left Please set the switch back to its
center position after turning.
Driving the vehicle with the light on
STARTER
BUTTON
may hinder traffic.

CAUTION
●Do not run starter motor continu-
ously. Because the starter motor
consumes great amount of power,
continuous running of starter motor WINKER
SWITCH
might cause battery to exhausted.

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EQUIPMENT USAGE

HORN BUTTON STEERING WHEEL LOCK

If horn button is pressed when main switch To prevent theft, lock steering wheel when
is in “ON” position, horn is sounded parking the vehicle.

<HOW TO LOCK> STEERING WHEEL

1. Turn the steering wheel to left LOCK
completely.
2. Insert main switch key.
3. Turn the key 180°to the right.
If the steering wheel cannot be locked,
move the steering wheel slightly to right
and left while turning the key.
4. Remove the key.
Caution
HORN BUTTON <HOW TO RELEASE>
●To make sure steering wheel is
1. Insert main switch key.
locked properly, lightly turn
2. Turn the key 180°to the left.
steering wheel to left and right and
3. Remove key.
right and verify lock.
●Park the vehicle in places free of
traffic.
●Prior to operation, turn the steering
wheel to left and right to verify if
turning angles of left and rights are
equal.

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TOOL BOX FUEL

There is a tool box inside the right front <REFULELING>

side cover. Safeguard tools inside the tool ●Open key cover ; insert main switch key
box. ; turn key to right and fuel tank cap is
opened. MAIN SWITCH KEY
<HOW TO USE> ●Fill gasoline up the bottom of level plate
FUEL TANK CAP
Use main switch key to open or close the located at the lower side of tank mouth.
tool box cover. ●Push the tank cap correctly with hands
KEY COVER
and remove the main switch key. (If the
TOOL BOX fuel tank cap is not locked, the main
switch key will not be removed)

FUEL CAPACITY : 17.3ℓ

CAUTION
●Make sure to stop engine and stay
away from fire when fueling.
●If gasoline is filled aboved the level
plate bottom, gasoline may
overflow.

CAUTION
●Put tools inside the tool box,
and lock it with O-ring as noise
might occur while the vehicle is
moving

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CORRECT DRIVING OPERATION

<FUEL COOK> ●Make sure to check the oil, gasoline,

The fuel cock lever arrow indicates the ON OFF RES etc., before starting the engine.
status of fuel. ●Please ensure that the main stand and
●ON....Gasoline is injected to carburetor the side stand is in a up-position when
when engine is started. starting the engine.
●OFF....Lever is placed on this position ●Make sure that the front wheel is locked
when vehicle is stored for a long when starting the engine.
period of time or when fuel ●Drive with care for both safety reasons
system is inspected or and longer vehicle life.
maintained. ●For 1month(or 1,000km) after purc-
●RES....Indicates reserve fuel. If fuel hasing the vehicle, drive moderately
runs out while driving with the avoiding fast starts and fast acceleration.
fuel cock lever placed in the
“ON” position, put the lever in
“RES” position to use reserve CAUTION
gasoline. ●If the lever is not turned to “ON”
●RES....Replenish gasoline as soon as reserve fuel runs out during travel
possible at this time. After and vehicle cannot be operated.
refueling, turn lever to “ON”
position.

Reserve fuel capacity:

Approximately 2.9 liter

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STARTING THE ENGINE

<WHEN ENGINE IS COLD(WINTER)>

1. Verify the steering weel lock is released. 6. Close throttle grip and press starter
2. Make sure engine stop switch is in “ ” CHOKE LEVER button. (If engine is not started with 1-2
(RUN) position times of trial, verify fuel cock lever is in
3. Make sure fuel cock lever is in “ON” “ON” position)
position. 7. If engine is not started with throttle grip
4. Turn on main switch. closed, open throttle grip approximately
5. Put gear in neutral. 1/8 to 1/4 and press starter button.
(Verify this with neutral indicator lamp) 8. Verify side stand is positively in
6. Open choke lever all the way. original position and start slowly.
7. open throttle grip approximately 1/8 and
press starter button.
1/8
8. Once engine is started, pull and release 1/4
throttle grip repeatedly to run engine
idle until engine is heated, and close <WHEN ENGINE IS HOT(SUMMER)>
choke lever completely. If engine 1. Verify the steering wheel lock is released.
warming up takes time, run engine idle 2. Make sure engine stop switch is in “ ”
with the choke lever slightly closed. (RUN) position.
9. Verify side stand is positively in 3. Make sure fuel cock lever is in “ON”
original position and start slowly. position.
4. Turn on main switch.
5. Put gear in neutral.(Verify this with
neutral indicator lamp)

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IF ENGINE CANNOT BE STARTED

<GEAR DOWN OPERATION>
CAUTION
If engine cannot be started or vehicle does If you gear down when you need to drasti-
●Exhaust gas contains harmful not move, check the followings. cally accelerate speed such as when you
substance such as carbon ●Is there fuel in fuel tank? are passing another vehicle, speed can be
monoxide. Start engine in well- ●Are you operating in accordance with accelerated. If you ride too fast, it ad-
ventilated places. the instructions given in user’s manual? versely affects engine because engine rev-
●If engine is not started within 3 ●Is fuse not cut? olution is excessive.
seconds after starter button is ●Is starter motor running?
pressed, wait for approximately 10 ●If starter motor is not running due to 23 GEAR CHANGE PEDAL
seconds and retry. This is to 4
battery consumption, try starting motor 5
recover battery voltage. by using kick start technique.
●Do not run engine idle unreaso-
nably. This not only wastes fuel but
also adversely affects engine.
●If starter button is pressed without GEAR SHIFTING
disengaging clutch, motorcycle
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may bring out to fall. Make sure Gear is shifted in 5-shift return system as
gear is in neutral position or shown on the right side drawing.
disengage clutch prior to starting ●Close throttle grip and hold clutch lever
engine. perfectly, and shift gear.
●Touch pedal lightly with foot and shift
gear perfectly until you hear “Click” at
the pedal. If you apply excessive force
when shifting gear, transmission may be
damaged.

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OPERATION HOW TO USE BRAKE

●Make sure side stand is in original ●Apply brakes on front wheel and rear
CAUTION
position prior to starting vehicle. wheel simultaneously.
●If side stand moves unsatisfactorily, ●Always start in the 1st gear, and start ●Avoid unnecessary abrupt braking.
check lubrication state on side stand carefully as slow as possible.
joint. ●If you hear abnormal noise during CAUTION
●Shift gear adequately according to travel, contact authorized mainte-
●If you apply brakes only on front
vehicle speed. The table on the right nance shop immediately for
wheel or rear wheel, vehicle may
side shows speed ranges. inspection and necessary action.
slide off sideway and fall.
●To save fuel and maintain optimum ●Maintain legal speed limits.
●If you apply brakes abruptly during
vehicle life, do not accelerate or travel in rain or on wet road, tires
decelerate speed abruptly. slide off and may cause accidents.
Reduce speed and apply brake
<BREAK-IN OPERATION> cautiously.
Maintain engine revolution at a level less ●Avoid repeated brake operation as
than 6,000rpm for first 1,000km to break it may cause brake temperature to
in vehicle. If vehicle is broken in as above, rise, leading to braking effect
the life span of equipment is prolonged. deterioration.

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PARKING

<ENGINE BRAKE> ●Put gear in neutral and put main switch <PARKING WHEN SIDE STAND IS USED>
If you turn throttle grip in reverse, engine to “OFF” position to stop engine. Stop vehicle on level ground and park with
brake functions and, if you need stronger ●Put fuel cock to “OFF” position. the steering wheel turned to left.
braking, shift gear down from 4th to 3rd ●Put vehicle on main stand and park on If the vehicle is parked in the following
and so forth. When you travel on a long level ground in places free of traffic. If way, vehicle may fall to side.
descent or on a sharp descent, use you park vehicle on an uneven ground, ●If the vehicle is parked with the steering
intermittent braking technique and engine vehicle may fall. wheel turned to right, or if parked on a
brake simultaneously. slope, sandy places, uneven ground or
soft ground, vehicle may fall.
CAUTION CAUTION ●If is necessary to park in an unstable
ground under unavoidable situation,
●Do not shift to lower gear while ●Select a safe place free of traffic
take sufficient safety measures to
traveling at an excessive speed as it and park vehicle.
prevent vehicle from falling or moving.
may suddenly increase the engine ●Muffler is hot. Park vehicle in
speed, adversely affect the engine places where there is no danger of
and transmission, and cause the rear people making contact with
part of the vehicle to be shaken. vehicle.

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SELF INSPECTIONS BEFORE OPERATION INSPECTION OF CONCERNED AREA

Self inspect the motorcycle and have Check areas which caused for concern
CAUTION
regular maintenance inspections for when last operating the vehicle.
increased safety and the prevention of Observe safety rules when conducting
accidents. inspections.
Self inspections before operation should be ●Exhaust gas contains harmful
performed an a daily basis prior to substance such as carbon monox- FUEL CHECK
operating the vehicle. ide. Do not carry out inspections on
●Inspections of areas of concern. vehicle in closed places, or in Check gasoline to see if there is a
●Fuel check poorly ventilated places, with sufficient amount of gasoline to reach your
●Brake inspection engine running. destination.
●Tire inspection ●Conduct inspections on flat, solid Refer to page 16 for refueling.
●Battery acid level inspection ground with the stand erected.
●Throttle grip Inspection ●Be careful of burns when con-
●Clutch inspection. ducting inspections immediately
●Drive chain inspection. after engine is stopped because the
●Engine oil inspection. engine and muffler are hot.
●Lights and winker inspection. ●Stop engine and remove the key
●Back mirror inspection. prior to the vehicle maintenance
●License plate inspection. service.
●If you are unable to correct trouble
even after you make adjustment or
correction, contact authorized
maintenance shops, dealers or
designated repair shops for
necessary inspection and repairs.

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BRAKES

The front brake is the hydraulic disk type, <BRAKE FLUID LEVEL> In addition, check hose and pipe protective
and the rear brake is the drum brake type. part to sec if they make contact with other
WARNING
As the brake pad wear, the brake fluid parts when you make left or right turn due
level drops. ●Brake fluid may cause irritation. to vibration during travel.
There are no adjustments to perform, but Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In
fluid level and pad wear must be inspected case of contact, flush thoroughly LOWER LEVEL
periodically. with water and call a doctor if your
The system must be inspected frequently eyes were exposed.
to ensure there are no fluid leaks. ●KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
ENGINEC
STOP

[FRONT WHEEL] Put main stand in upright position on a flat

ground and operate steel wheel, and check
<BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY> fluid when the top of master cylinder cap
Lightly squeeze the brake levers until is level.
tension is felt to check for an appropriate Check fluid level to see if it is below lower
amount of free play. No free play in the level.
brake levers or overly loose brake levers If fluid significantly low, it may indicate
are indication of a problem in the brake fluid leakage on brake system. If this CAUTION
system. happens, check fluid leaks or brake
●Brake is an important part which
system. If this happens, check fluid leaks
protects your life. Make sure to
BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY : or damage on system and inspect joints
inspect brake prior to daily use.
10~20mm and clamps for looseness.

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<REPLENISHING BRAKE FLUID> SCREW

CAUTION
●Move steering wheel and set the top of
reserve tank level. ●Do not fill brake fluid above upper
●Clean dust and other foreign matter MASTER CYLINDER level as it may cause brake fluid to
CAP leak outside.
from around master cylinder and take
caution not to allow foreign matter to ●Exercise full caution, when
fall inside master cylinder DIAPHRAGM replenishing brake fluid, not to
PLATE allow dust or water to mix inside
●Open cap screw and remove diaphragm.
●Replenish recommended brake fluid to master cylinder.
upper level inside master cylinder. DIAPHRAGM
●If the amount of brake fluid
Tighten cap accurately, paying attention decreases considerably, it is an
to the direction of diaphragm UPPER
indication of brake system trouble.
assembling, and avoid ingress of foreign LEVEL ●To prevent occurrence of chemical
matter. change, do not use brake fluid of
different manufacturer.
RECOMMENDED BRAKE FLUID IS ●Do not let brake fluid contact
DOT 3 vehicle parts because it causes
damage to painted parts.

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[REAR WHEEL]
<BRAKE PAD INSPECTION>
Operate brake and, if the brake pad wear Push the brake pedal with hands for
limit line reaches the brake disc side, it resistance and check if the pedal
indicates the pad has reached wear limit. movement appropriate.
If brake pedal movement is inappropriate, 20~30mm
WEAR LIMIT LINE adjust the pedal free play using the rear
wheel brake adjuster nut.

●To adjust pedal free play, turn adjuster

BRAKE PEDAL
nut. After adjustment, push the brake
pedal with hands until you feel
resistance and verify the pedal free play
is within prescribed level.

BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY :

20~30mm

ADJUSTER NUT

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TIRES

<BRAKE SHOE INSPECTION> <TIRE PRESSURE CHECK> <CRACKS/DAMAGE>

Push brake pedal completely and, if the Check for an appropriate level of air Check tire tread and sides for cracks and
brake arm arrow and the “△” on brake pressure by examining how the tire sits on damage.
panel match each other, it indicates brake the ground. If you notice any abnormalities CRACKS
shoe has reached its life limit. in the shape of the tire with regard to the
area contacting the ground, use a tire
ARROW MARK gauge to check tire pressure and adjust the
“△”
MARK tire pressure to the appropriate level.

<TIRE PRESSURE>
DAMAGE
FRONT 90/90-18
SIZE
REAR 130/90-15
<ABNORMAL WEAR>
1 PERSON FRONT 2.00 Check tire tread for signs of abnormal
TIRE RIDING REAR 2.00
PRESSURE wear.
(kg/㎠) 2 PERSON FRONT 2.00
CAUTION
●In case brake pad or shoe reaches the RIDING REAR 2.00
wear limit line, replace it immed-
iately.
Worn brake pad can cause an accident × ×
due to lack of power ABNORMAL
WEAR

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BATTERY

<FOREIGN MATTER> <TREAD DEPTH> <BATTERY ACID LEVEL CHECK>

Check tire tread and sides for nails, rocks, ●Check the wear indicator(wear limit ●Remove the four flange bolts, and take
etc. That might have become wedged in marking) to see if there is an insufficient off the right lower cover.
the tire. amount of tread remaining.
●If the indicators are visible, replace tire
with a new one.
NAILS WEAR INDICATOR WEAR INDICATOR
(WEAR LIMIT MARKING) LOCATION MARKING
ROCKS

CAUTION RIGHT LOWER COVER

●If air pressure is inadequate or if there
are cracks, damage or abnormal wear
●Place vehicle in upright position and
on tires, it may cause trembling
check battery acid of each cell to see if
steering wheel and flat tire.
it is between upper and lower level. If
●This vehicle is equipped with tube the battery acid is near lower level,
tires. If you have flat tires, please replenish distilled water.
contact authorised maintenance
shops for inspection.

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<BATTERY ACID REPLENISHING>

If the battery acid is insufficient, replenish BATTERY CAP
UPPER distilled water in the following sequence.
LEVEL ① Loosen the bolt and open the battery
LOWER
band. CORD
LEVEL ② Remove the battery breather tube from
the battery.
③ Remove the negative pole side cord
first and the positive pole side cord
BOLT BOLT
WARNING next.
●When handling the battery stay ④ Remove the battery and open the
away from flammable materials. battery cap. Fill distilled water to near
●KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. upper level. BATTERY
BREATHER TUBE
⑤ Tighten the battery cap accurately to
CAUTION
the vehicle and install battery. Make
●Except designated attachment by
DAELIM MOTOR CO., LTD., do sure, at this time, that side cord is
not attach any extra lighting device, connected first, followed by side
because it may cause an early cord.
discharging of battery.
●There 2 injection molded bolt-
shapes on the right side lower
cover. Take precautions not to
cause damage when removing the
cover.

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THROTTLE GRIP

●Check for smooth rotation of the throttle

CAUTION ●Battery acid contains thin sulfuric
grip from the fully open to the fully
●Turn the ignition switch OFF acid. Prevent its contact with eyes
closed position at both full steering
before disconnecting the terminal or skin as it causes damage if
positions.
from the battery. contacted. If battery acid gets on
●Measure the throttle grip free play at the
●When battery holder is opened, do part of your body, immediately
throttle grip flange.
not allow the side cord to flush the affected area with clean
The standard free play should be approx
contact metal part. for longer than 5 minutes, and
: 2~6 mm
●After installing battery, verify the consult medical doctor for
●To adjust the free play, turn the adjuster.
breather tube has been accurately necessary treatment.
assembled to elbow. If the breather ●Make sure cords are not twisted or
tube is removed, the battery acid inserted when assembling battery to
causes damage to adjacent parts. If battery holder.
the tube is bent and clogged, the
battery internal pressure rises and
battery case may be damaged.
Follow instructions on the label
attached to vehicle for correct
checking procedure. ADJUSTER
●If excessive amount of distilled
water put in, it overflows and
causes corrosion of affected part.

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CLUTCH

<LEVER FREE PLAY INSPECTION> <CLUTCH LEVER ADJUSTMENT> ■MAJOR ADJUSTMENT

Pull clutch lever until you feel resistance, Adjust lever free play by using the clutch
LOCK NUT
and using a graduated ruler, check the lever cable’s clutch lever side or clutch side
ADJUSTER
end free play to verify it is within prescribed adjuster.
level. ●To make major adjustment, loosen the
clutch side lock nut and adjust by
operating the adjuster.
10~20mm
●For fine adjustment, loosen the clutch
lever side lock nut and turn adjuster.
●After adjusting, tighten lock nut. After
adjustment is completed, pull clutch
lever with hands until you feel
resistance and verify the lever free play
is within prescribed level.
■FINE ADJUSTMENT
<CLUTCH OPERATION> CLUTCH LEVER FREE PLAY: LOCK NUT
●When engine is idling, pull clutch lever 10~20mm ADJUSTER
all the way and see if there is abnormal
noise or if you feel unusual heaviness. CAUTION
●Slowly release clutch lever and start. ●Upon completion of adjustment,
Check at this time to see if clutch is start engine and verify gear change
engaged smoothly without slipping. pedal is operating smoothly.

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DRIVE CHAIN
●The service life of drive chain is 3. Move the position of chain tensioner 4. Rotate the rear wheel slowly and inspect
dependent upon proper lubrication and roller up and down with hands to check the drive chain and sprockets for any of
adjustment. Poor maintenance can cause if the chain free play is within the follwing conditions :
premature wear or damage to the drive recommended range.
chain and sprocket. ■DRIVE CHAIN
●The drive chain should be checked and
OPTIMA FREE PLAY : 50~60 mm ① Damged rollers
lubricated as part of the Pre-ride
Inspection. ② Loose Pins
●Under severe usage, or when the 50~60mm
③ Dry or Rusted Link
motorcycle is ridden in unusually dusty ④ Kinked or Binding Link
or muddy areas, more frequent ⑤ Excessive Wear
maintenance will be necessary. ⑥ Improper Adjustment
⑦ Missing O-ring
<INSPECTION>
1. Turn the engine off, put vehicle in ■SPROCKETS
upright position on the main stand and ⑧ Excessively Worn Teeth
shift the transmission into neutral.
⑨ Broken or Damaged Teeth
2. Remove the chain tensioner.
●A drive chain with damaged rollers,
loose pins or missing O-ring must be
replaced.
●A chain which appears dry or shows
sings of rust, requires supplementary
lubrication.
CHAIN TENSIONER ROLLER

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<ADJUSTMENT> WARNING
50~60mm
●Drive chain slack slould be checked and ●If a torque wrench is not used for
adjusted, if necessary, every 1,000km. this installation, see your authorized
●When operated at sustained high speeds dealer as soon as possible to verify
or under conditions of frequent rapid proper assembly.
acceleration, the chain may requir more
frequent adjustment.
CAUTION
1. Place the motorcycle on its side stand ●If a torque wrench is not used for
with the transmission in neutral and the this installation, see your authorized
ignition switch off. dealer as soon as possible to verify
2. Remove the chain tensioner. proper assembly.
3. Loose the axle nut. ●Make sure the right and left chain
4. Loose the lock nuts on both sides of the adjuster graduations are set in the
ADJUSTER same position.
swingarm. NUT
5. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal ●After adjusting chain, check the
number of turns until the correct drive CHAIN TENSIONER rear brake pedal free play.
chain slack is obtained. Turn the ●New motorcycle adapts endless-
adjusting nuts clockwise to tighten the type drive chain. (end-type for
6. Tighten the axle nut to specified torque.
chain or counter clockwise to provide affer-sales service purpose)
more slack. ·m
AXLE NUT TORQUE : 6.0~8.0 kgf· After once disassembling chain,
Rotate the rear wheel and recheck chain clip can be accidentally
7. Tighten the adjusting nuts lightly, then
slack at other section of the chain. removed, so change new one after
tighten the lock nuts by holding the
disassembling chain even once.
adjusting nuts with a spanner.
OPTIMA FREE PLAY : 50~60 mm 8. Install the chain tensioner.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK CHANGING ENGINE OIL

●Put vehicle in upright position on flat If engine oil is polluted, it seriously affects <RECOMMENDED OIL>
ground and check engine oil level and the engine life span. Maintain appropriate If oil sold on markets or privately-manu-
degree of pollution. level of oil, use correct type of oil and factured oil(low-grade) is used, engine life
●Run engine idle for approximately 2~3 observe oil exchange period. is adversely affected, and the privilege of
minutes on flat ground and stop engine. ●Stand vehicle on the main stand on level warranty repairs cannot be guaranteed.
Approximately 2~3 minutes thereafter, ground and run engine idle (warm up)
put vehicle in upright position and for approximately 2-3 minutes.
check engine oil and verify the oil level ●Stop engine and place a container under
is between the upper and lower level of the engine.
oil level gauge. Remove oil level gauge and drain bolt.
●Insert oil level gauge, without locking, ●Clean oil filter screen.
and check oil level after removing oil ●Check the condition of oil filter screen
gauge. seal rubber and, O-ring.
●If the oil level is near lower level, ●Close oil filter screen, spring, and oil GRADE(SF, SH) GRADE(SE, SH)
replenish oil to upper level. drain bolt, and replenish oil up to the
upper level of the oil level gauge.
UPPER
LEVEL OIL CAPACITY: 1.2ℓ OIL FILTER SCREEN SPRING
LOWER
LEVEL WARNING
●Be sure to keep oil away from
children and pets. Dispose of used
oil properly.

OIL LEVEL GAUGE OIL FILTER SCREEN OIL DRAIN BOLT

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LIGHTS AND WINKER BACK MIRROR

[HEAD LIGHT, TAIL LIGHT] Sit squarely on the seat and check to see if
CAUTION
Start the engine and make sure the lights you have a good view behind the vehicle
●If you change engine oil imme- turn on. Also check to see if the lights are by looking at the rear view mirrors. Also
diately after engine is stopped, be damaged or if there is dirt on them. check for dirt and damage on the rear view
careful of burns because the engine, mirrors.
muffler and engine oil are still hot. [BRAKE LIGHT CHECK]
●Exercise caution not to allow dust Turn the main switch to ON.
or other foreign matter to flow in While separately operating the front and
when refilling engine oil. If oil rear brakes, check to see if the brake light LICENSE PLATE
overflows, wipe off oil clean. turns on. Also check to see if there is any
●If oil level is lower or higher than damage to the lens or if there is dirt on the Check to see if there is any dirt or damage
prescribed level, engine is brake light. to the license plate.
adversely affected. Also check to see if the license plate is
●Do not mix oil with those of [WINKER CHECK] firmly secured to the vehicle.
different manufacturers or grade, or Turn the main switch to ON.
do not use low-quality oil as it may Check to see if all the winker in the front
cause deterioration of oil, leading and rear of the vehicle(including left and
to accidents. right sides) are flashing properly, At the
●Clean the oil filter screen with fresh same time, check to make sure that the
cleaning oil every 4,000km. automatic sound signal of the winker is
● Be careful not to lose the oil filter working. Check also to see if any of the
screen spring when assembling the lens are damaged or dirty.
oil drain bolts.

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MAINTENANCE
●The Required Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should have your motorcycle served, and what things need attention.
●It is essential that your motorcycle be served as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emission control
performance.
●These instructions are based on the assumption that the motorcycle 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 authorized Daelim dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Perform the Self Inspections Before Operation at each scheduled maintenance period.
I: INSPECT AND, CLEAN, ADJUST, LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY
R: REPLACE L: LUBRICATE C: CLEAN

FREQUENCY ODOMETER READING(NOTE 1)

×1,000Km 1 4 8 12 REMARK
ITEM
MONTH 6 12 18

★ FUEL LINE I I I I

★ FUEL FILTER R R R R

★ THROTTLE OPERATION I I I I

★ CARBURETOR CHOKE I I I
AIR CLEANER C C C NOTE (2)
SPARK PLUG I R I
★ VALVE CLEARANCE I I I I
★ CARBURETOR IDLE I I I I
★ ENGINE OIL R R R R
★★ ENGINE OIL FILTER R R R R
DRIVE CHAIN Every 1,000 : I and L
BATTERY ACID I I I

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FREQUENCY ODOMETER READING(NOTE 1)

×1,000Km 1 4 8 12 REMARK
ITEM
MONTH 6 12 18
★ BRAKE FLUID I I I NOTE (3)
★ BRAKE SHOE / PAD WEAR I I I
BRAKE SYSTEM I I I I
★ BRAKE STOP SWITCH I I I
★ HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT I I I
★ SUSPENSION I I I
CLUTCH I I I I
SIDE STAND I I I
★ BOLTS, NUTS, FASTENERS I I
★★ WHEELS / TIRES I I I
★★ STEERING HANDLE BEARING I I

★ If you do not have the appropriate tools or information to conduct maintenance, or if you feel you are not capable to perform
maintenance on this vehicle, contact authorized dealers or repair shops for maintenance and repairs.
★★To ensure safety, inspections and maintenance of these parts must be carried out by dealers, or repair centers.
NOTES : (1) At higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
(2) Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
(3) Replace every 2 years, or at indicated odometer interval, whichever comes first. Replacement requires mechanical skill.

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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS FRAME AND ENGINE NUMBERS

The following is an explanation of correct The frame and engine numbers are needed
inspection methods, cleaning and parts CAUTION when registering motorcycle or when
replacing. Please always refer to this ●Always observe safety rules when ordering parts.
section when wanting to inspect or repair performing maintenance on the ●Frame number is stamped on the right
your vehicle. vehicle. side of steering head.
●Choose a flat surface and make ●Engine number is stamped on left crank
WARNING sure the main stand is in a secure case.
●If your motorcycle is overturned or down position.
involved in a collision, inspect ●Use correct tools.
FRAME NUMBER
control levers, cables, brake hoses, ●Conduct engine maintenance with
calipers, accessories, and other vital the engine key out of the ignition.
parts for damage. Do not ride the ●Be careful around the engine and
motorcycle if damage impairs safe muffler when performing mainte-
operation. Have your authorized nance as these areas can become
Daelim dealer inspect the major extremely hot.
components, including frame, ●After self maintenance, the waste
suspension and steering parts, for material must be packed in the
misalignment and damage that you specified container and entrusted
may not be able to detect. disposal to the authorized disposal
●Use new, genuine Daelim parts or company.
their equivalent for maintenance ●Exhaust gas contains harmful
and repair. Parts which are not of substance such as carbon monoxide.
equivalent quality may impair the Do not carry out inspections on
safety of your motorcycle and the vehicle in closed place, or in poorly
effective operation of the emission ventilated places, with engine
control systems. running.
ENGINE NUMBER

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AIR CLEANER ELEMENT IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

<INSPECTION> ① Put vehicle in upright position on a flat

●This vehicle is equipped with viscous ground.
type air cleaner element containing oil ② Start engine and let it run idle for a few
and the element cannot be cleaned. minutes.
●Replace element after each operation of ③ Using the throttle stop screw, adjust
4,000km. idling to prescribed level.
<DISASSEMBLING> IDLING REVOLUTION: 1,400± ± 100rpm
●Loosen four screw and remove air ④ Tighten up pilot screw and loose
cleaner case cover. backward 1¾ to open.
●Loosen four washer screw and air ⑤ Operate throttle lever lightly and verify
WASHER SCREW
cleaner element. there is no change in the number of idle
running. If there is a change, repeat the
<ASSEMBLING> CAUTION process described in paragraph ③ and ④
●Assemble in the opposite order of
●If air cleaner element is inadequately
disassembling.
assembled, dust and other foreign
SCREW
matters are absorbed directly into the
element, inducing cylinder wear or
output deterioration and adversely
affecting engine durability. Asse-
mble correctly.
●When cleaning vehicle, be careful
THROTTLE
not to allow water to get into air STOP SCREW
cleaner. If water gets inside air
cleaner, it causes inefficient engine
starting.
AIR CLEANER CASE COVER

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WHEEL REMOVAL
[FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL]
① Raise the front wheel off the ground by ④ Loosen the axle nut. ●Fit the caliper over the disc, taking care
placing a support block under the ⑤ Withdraw the front wheel axle and not to damage the brake pads. Install the
engine. remove the front wheel. caliper fixing bolts, and tighten to a
② Loose the oval screw and remove the ·m
torque of : 2.7kgf·
speedometer cable.
③ Remove the front caliper assembly ●Tighten the front axle nut to the specified
from the fork by removing the fixing FRONT
WHEEL AXLE
torque.
bolts.
FRONT AXLE NUT TORQUE :
FRONT CALIPER
·m
5.0~7.0kgf·

AXLE NUT
⑦ After assembling, operate brake for a
number of times and see if wheel is
turning smoothly without getting
interruption.
⑥ Install in the reverse order of removal.
OVAL SCREW SPEEDOMETER WARNING
CABLE
CAUTION ●If a troque wrench was not used for
●When installing the wheel, care- installation, see your authorized
CAUTION fully fit the left brake disk between dealer as soon as possible to verify
●Do not operate brake lever after the the brake pads to avoid damaging proper assembly.
front wheel is removed. It will the pads. Improper aseembly may lead to
make wheel assembling difficult. loss of braking capacity.

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[REAR WHEEL REMOVAL]

WARNING
① Set vehicle on main stand in upright
position on level ground. ●If a troque wrench was not used for
② Loosen the rear brake adjuster nut and installation, see your authorized
remove the brake rod. dealer as soon as possible to verify
proper assembly.
CHAIN
ADJUSTER Improper aseembly may lead to
NUT loss of braking capacity.

REAR WHEEL AXLE

CHAIN TENSIONER

⑥ Install in the reverse order of removal.

REAR AXLE NUT TORQUE :
·m
6.0~8.0 kgf·

BRAKE ARM BRAKE ROD ●After installing the wheel, apply the
brake several times and then check if the
wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel
③ Remove the chain tensioner.
if the brake drags or if the wheel does
④ Loosen the chain adjuster nut.
not rotate freely.
⑤ Loosen the rear weel axle nut and
remove the rear wheel axle and the rear
wheel.

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BULB REPLACEMENT
·Be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF [HEADLIGHT BULB] SOCKET
when replacing the bulb. ① Loosen the washer screw and remove
·Do not use bulbs other than that the headlight.
specified.
·After installing a new bulb, check that
HEADLIGHT
the light operates properly.

WARNING
●The light bulb becomes very hot MARKER LIGHT
BULB
while the light is ON, and remain
hot for a while after it is turned
OFF. Be sure to let it cool down HEADLIGHT BULB
before servicing.

CAUTION
② Pull off the socket without turning.
●Do not put finger prints on the ③ Loosen the spring and remove the
headlight bulb, as they may create headlight bulb.
hot sports on the bulb and cause it ④ Install a new bulb in the reverse order
to break. Wear clean gloves while of removal.
replacing the bulb.
If you touch the bulb with your HEADLIGHT BULB : 12V 35/35W
bare hands. clean it with a cloth
moistened with alcohol to prevent
its early failure.

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[TAIL/STOPLIGHT BULB] [LICENSE LIGHT BULB] [FRONT/REAR WINKER BULB]

① Loosen the tapping screw and remove ① Loosen the tapping screw and remove ① Loosen the tapping screw and remove
the taillight lens. the license light lens. the winker lens.
② Slightly press down on the bulb and ② Slightly press down on the bulb and ② Slightly press down on the bulb and
turn it counterclockwise. turn it counterclockwise. turn it counterclockwise.
③ Install a new bulb in the reverse order ③ Install a new bulb in the reverse order ③ Install a new bulb in the reverse order
of removal. of removal. of removal.

TAIL/STOPLIGHT BULB:12V 21/5W LICENSELIGHT BULB: 12V 5W WINKER BULB : 12V 10W
TAPPING TAPPING
TAIL & STOP BULB SCREWS SCREW
WINKER LENS

TAPPING
SCREWS LICENSE LIGHT
LENS
TAILLIGHT
LENS MARKER LIGHT BULB WINKER
BULB

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SPARK PLUG

If electrode is stained or plug gap is not PLUG GAP

right, satisfactory spark is not produced. CAUTION
Clean and make adjustment. ●If plug of different maker or
●Remove spark plug cap. different heat value is used, it
●Clean around the plug. causes unsatisfactory engine
●Using a plug wrench, remove plug. starting, inadequate engine revol-
●Clean plug with plug cleaner. ution and output deterioration.
●Check electrode for wear and corrosion. ●The spark plug must be securely
if the center of electrode became round, tightened. An improperly tightened
replace the electrode. plug can become very hot and
●Measure the spark plug gap using a possibly damage the engine. <DEALING WITH POOR STARTING>
feeler gauge. When the starter doesn’t work during
●To install a spark plug, turn it in as
driving in winter times or in a repeated short
far as possible with your fingers,
PLUG GAP: 0.8-0.9mm distance, use the suitable spark plug for this
then tighten it with a wrench.
driving condition.
Do not overtighten or cross thread
●Tighten with hands until the plug Poor starting may happen when nonstop
the spark plug or the aluminum
washer touches cylinder head. driving in low speed, even though we
threads of the cylinder head will be
produce standard plug.
damaged.Do not allow contaminants
STANDARD PLUG: CR8EH-9 In case starter isn’t working well in driving
to enter the engine through the spark
repeatedly in a short distance or in an area
plug hole when the plug is removed.
●If new plug is installed, turn 1/2 and with many traffic signals, use the CR7EH-9
tighten using a plug wrench. plug instead of standard plug CR8EH-9
If plug is reused, turn 1/3~1/4 and tighten.

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FUSE REPLACEMENT

Turn off main switch and check fuse for

CAUTION
sign of cut.
● Remove the four flange bolts, and take ●Turn the ignition switch OFF
before checking or replacing fuse to
off the right lower cover.
prevent accidental short-circuiting.
●Fuse is installed inside fuse holder
●When disassemble fuse, make sure
located near battery. that fuse holder isn’t separated.
●To separate fuse, open fuse holder, hold ●After assembling fuse in the part of
both ends of fuse cord and pull up, and connector, check if fuse moves
pull out the fuse connector crosswise. easily to a line. If fuse moves
●If the newly replaced fuse is burned easily, it may cause an accident at
again soon, it is an indication of trouble. heating.
●When replacing any of the electrical
WARNING FUSE HOLDER parts (lights and gauges), be sure to
replace them with the recommended
●Never use a fuse with a different parts. Using different parts can lead
rating from that specified. Serious <DISASSEMBLY> <ASSEMBLY>
to the fuses burning out or damage
damage to the electrical system or a to the battery.
fire may result, causing a dangerous ●When washing the motorcycle take
loss of lights or engine power. special card not to allow to be
CORD splashed in the area of the fuse.

FUSE CONNECTOR

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SIDE STAND CABLE RUBBER PART NOTABLES FOR CAR WASHING

●Erect main stand and place vehicle in A rubber part is assembled on the cable to ●Make sure to stop the engine prior to car
upright position on level ground. protect the inner cable. washing.
●Check side stand spring for signs of Make sure that this part is placed firmly ●Be careful not to allow water to enter
damage and lubrication state on joints. around the correct part of the cable. When the muffler during the washing.
washing the car, do not directly spray Water inside the muffler may cause an
water on to the rubber part is dirty, use a improper engine starting or rust occurr-
CONNECTOR
dry cloth to clean this area. ence.
●Do not let water get inside the braking
system during the washing, as water
inside the brake system may weaken the
SIDE STAND braking power. Upon completion of
SPRING washing, select a safe place where there
INSPECTION PART RUBBER INSPECTION PART
is no traffic obstruction, and start the
vehicle. Lightly apply the brake while
driving at a slow speed and check the
braking power. If the braking power has
been weakened, apply brake lightly
CAUTION while driving at a slow speed to dry up
●Infiltration of the foreign materials the brake system.
or water caused by damage of ●Take precautions when waxing the
lever(disengagement, tearing, etc.) vehicle.
may cause freezing in winter Excessive polish of the painted section
season resulting in faulty operation, and/or the resin part with compound
sudden accelation and braking wax might damage the painted section
force decrease. If any damage is causing discoloration of the affected
found, replace with the new on area.
immediately.
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STORAGE GUIDE

Extended storage, such as for winter, CAUTION <REMOVAL FROM STORAGE>

requires that you take certain steps to ●Gasoline is extremely flammable
reduce the effects of deterioration from and is explosive under certain ●Uncover and clean the motorcycle.
non-use of the motorcycle. conditions. Perform this operation ●Charge the battery as required. Install
In addition, necessary repairs should be in a well-ventilated area with the the battery.
made BEFORE storing the motorcycle; engine stopped. Do not smoke or ●Perform all Self Inspections Before
otherwise, these repairs may be forgotten allow flames or sparks in the area Operation checks (page 22).
by the time the motorcycle is removed where gasoline is drained or stored Test ride the motorcycle at low speeds
from storage. and where the fuel tank is refueled. in a safe riding area away from traffic.

<STORAGE> ●Remove the battery. Store in an area

protected from freezing temperatures
●Empty the fuel tank into an approved and direct sunlight.
gasoline container using a commercially Slow charge the battery once a month.
available hand siphon or an equivalent ●Wash and dry the motorcycle. Wax all
method. painted surfaces.
●If storage will last more than one month, ●Inflate the tires to their recommended
carburetor draining is very important, to pressures. Place the motorcycle on
assure proper performance after storage. blocks to raise both tires off the ground.
●Cover the motorcycle (don’t use plastic
or other coated materials) and store in
an unheated area, free of dampness with
a minimum of daily temperature
variation. Do not store the motorcycle in
direct sunlight.

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SAFE DRIVING
PREPARATION BEFORE DRIVING
● Performing daily inspection
● Putting on the protective gears (Helmet, glove, goggles, etc.)
● Bringing the driver's licence
● Determinating the path to the desired destination

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DRIVING METHOD

DRIVING POSITION

The appropriate driving position is most important thing to

driving safely.
① Eyes : Look at the front direction widely.
② Shoulders : Relieve the tension.
③ Arms : Relieve the tension and bend arms to inside and let
them act as the spring.
④ Hands : Grip the handle the position away from the inside
end of the handle with distance of one finger to
facilitate the operation of the switch and lever.
⑤Wrist : Keep the state to act freely without applying
excessive force to the shoulder and arms.
⑥ Knees : Press the fuel tank slightly.
⑦ Feet : Place the feet to face the front parallel and make the
step bar be placed in the center of feet.

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PRECAUTION WHEN DRIVING

● Secure the safe distance. ● If any abnormality is found, stop driving and contact service
● Drive protectively. center to inspect the vehicle.
● Do not obstruct the traffic. ● Restart the vehicle after 2~3 min when it is turned over.
● Do not drive on the pedestrian way or walkway. ● Always turn on the headlight at night.
● Drive on the left driveway when passing away.
● Make sure that you can apply the brake anytime.
● Always apply the brake when stopping temporarily.
● Do not drive excessively long distance and take enough
break.

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STARTING

Prior to starting always look around to avoid accident.

① Get on the vehicle after pulling back the stand.
② Start driving slowly after turning on the winker and
releasing the brake while ensuring the safety around the
vehicle.

CAUTION
●Return the side stand to its original position, keep driving
without doing this may cause turnover accident.
●Drive the vehicle only on the driveway. Driving on the walkway
can cause accident. Also, if the wheel is transformed when
advancing directly to the walkway, the vehicle can be overturned
resulting in injury of the driver due to the driving unstability.
●Overspeed driving on the unpaved road can cause the vehicle to
be overturned resulting in injury of the driver due to the driving
unstability.
●Do not drive in the gravel road. If any gravel enters the wheel or
engine case, the vehicle can be overturned resulting in injury of
the driver.
●If possible, do not drive close to the sea or on the road where
calcium chloride is treated. The muffler, external parts and
welded parts can be corroded rapidly, and also in case of damage
of the frame, the vehicle can be overturned resulting in injury of
the driver.

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TURNING METHOD

PRINCIPLE OF TURN EFFECT OF SPEED

The basic principle of turn is balancing using the centrifugal The centrifugal force increases in inverse portion to the radius
force which makes vehicle go outside and the gravity which of a curve and in portion to the square speed. Decelerate prior
makes vehicle fall inside. to entering the curved way to reduce the centrifugal force.

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3 POSITIONS OF TURNING
The basic principle of turn is balancing using combined force of < LEAN-IN >
the centrifugal force and the gravity. This is a turning position with driver leaned inside more than
All 3 positions require straightening the head and keeping the motorcycle. This position is adequate to drive on the rained or
eyes horizontally. slippy road because it has best road holding.
However, special attention is required because front visual field
< LEAN-WITH >
is poor when driver leans inside more than motorcycle.
This is a turning position with motorcycle and driver in a line.
This position is the most natural and exact, so driver must learn
it thoroughly.

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TURNING METHOD
< LEAN-OUT >
This is a turning position with motorcycle leaned inside
more than driver, which is opposite to the lean-in position.
With this position, quick turn is well performed and driver can
obtain wide front visual field adequate to drive on the rained or
slippy road because it has best road holding. However, special
attention is required because there is danger of slipping on the
bad holding road.

① Turn the throttle grip to its original position and decelerate

using both front and rear brakes.
② Lean the vehicle toward inside of turn circle while driving
slowly at constant speed.
③ Accelerate gradually.

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PRECAUTION WHEN TURNING

Do not drive inside of large truck's turn circle.

< DEAD ANGLE ZONE > < DISTANCE BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR WHEEL TURN >
Dead angle zone is the sight range which cannot be identified by It is distance between path of the front and rear wheel and
driver and increases in proportion to the width of the motorcycle. increases in proportion to the length of the motorcycle.

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BRAKING METHOD

BASIC PRINCIPLE OF BRAKE (FRICTION FORCE) RESTRAINT OF BRAKE EFFECT (INERTIA)

● Vehicle is braked using friction between road surface and
tires.
● Braking distance increases 1.5 times on wet road and 3
times on icy road because friction force of road surface is
decreased.

Due to the inertia, motorcycle does not stop immediately after

applying the brake.

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BRAKING METHOD IMPACT WHEN COLLISION

● Turn the throttle grip to its original position and decelerate Learn the proper braking method to prevent accident.
using the engine brake.
● Erect the motorcycle straight.
● Brake using both front and rear brakes.

COMPARISION OF BRAKING DISTANCE

·Vehicle speed : 50 km/h

Impact increases in proportion to the speed and weight. The

impact when collision to concrete wall at 50 km/h is same
as one when falling from the height of 10m.

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WIRING DIAGRAM
ST.LI.KILL.SW. FR.STOP SW. COMB SW.
R. FR WINKER SB SB
G KILL START LIGHT
12V 10W BATTERY

ST1 BAT2
EXT

BAT1

BAT2
ST1
BAT2

IGN
TL
12V 9AH

E
ST2
E
HL

R
G/R
Y/R
FUEL METER
G

B/W

L/W
B/G
B/G
Y/R

BR
BR

G
B
ILLUM, LAMP BR BR

B/W
G/Y
G 2P

4P MINI
(ENGINE)

G
R
B

B
G G
12V 1.7W Y/W Y/W Y/W
B B B

R
FUEL GAGE WINKER RELAY HORN

Y/R
G
(ENGINE)
B RR STOP SW.

Y/W
G

G
B/Y
TACHOMETER

B B L2P

B/L
FUSE 15A

MINI

B/L
2P
WINKER PILOT(R) B/Y B/Y

R
SB SB SB
12V 1.7W G

B/W

B/W
L/W

G/Y
Y/R
G G

BR

Y/W
G

G
R
6P

GR

B
G

B
LG/R LG/R 250 : BLACK

B/L
B
NEUTRAL PILOT LG /R BR BR 9P MINI 2P MINI
B
12V 1.7W 3P 2P MINI

R. RR WINKER

B/W

B/W
L/W

G/Y

G/Y
Y/R
BR
ILLUM, LAMP

LG
G

G
R
G

B
G

12V 3.4W or BR 12V 10W

12V 1.7Wx2EA

HIGH BEAM PILOT G

SPEEDOMETER

L
12V 1.7W
L L STOP & TAIL LIGHT
WINKER PILOT(L) SB SB
4P MINI

O O
G
O
G
12V 21/5W
G
12V 1.7W BR BR G
G
G BR BR

4P MINI
ILLUM, LAMP G G/Y G/Y G/Y G/Y
BR G G
12V 3.4W
BR BR
LICENSE LIGHT
G G 12V 5W
L/W

GR
LG

SB
G

O
B
HEAD LIGHT L L L

2P MINI
O O G G
W W
BR BR
12V 35/35W G/W G/W 9P MINI
L/W

POSITION LIGHT GR
LG

SB
G

O
B
L

G/W
BR
G/W
BR
L. RR WINKER
12V 4W 12V 10W

G/W
B/R

L/Y
Y
Y
LG / W/
R L
G B/W G
3P MINI

G
R
Y
Y

B
2P MINI
G
L. FR WINKER G
2P
O O
12V 10W

G/W
B/W

W/L
6P MINI

B/R

B/R
B/Y

L/Y

L/Y
G

Y
Y
LG /
R

2P 4P

G
R
Y
Y

B
W/P W/P

CDI UNIT
B/Y (AC) REG-RECT

ACG
G

4
5 3

2
L/W

1
GR
LG

SB
W

O
B

N
L

GEAR POSITION S/W BODY EARTH

BAT2

IGN. COIL
HL

Ho

W
Lo

R
Hi

WIN. DIM. HORN SW.

B BLACK BR BROWN
COMB. SW. KILL START LIGHTING WINKER HORN DIMMER
Y YELLOW O ORANGE
BAT1 BAT2 IGN E EXT E BAT2 ST1 ST1 ST2 BAT2 TL TL W R L Ho BAT2 HL Hi Lo L BLUE SB SKY BLUE
ON OFF FREE OFF R FREE Hi G GREEN LG LIGHT GREEN
R RED P PINK
OFF RUN PUSH P N PUSH (N) W WHITE GR GRAY
COLOR R B B/W G COLOR B/W G B B/G COLOR B/G Y/R H L COLOR GR B Lo COLOR COMB : GROUND/MARKING

COLOR B BR L/W COLOR GR SB O COLOR L/W L W

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MEMO :
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OWNER’S MANUAL

2002. 05 PRINTED
NO COPY
1999. 11 PUBLICATION