Notice This owner's manual contains important safety, operational and maintenance information. Any person operating or riding as a passenger on your scooter should carefully read and fully understand the entire contents of this manual prior to riding the vehicle. For your safety, follow all safety warnings contained within the owner's manual and the labels applied to your scooter.
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GENUINE MOTOR OIL is the official lubricant of Genuine Scooter Company. All GENUINE MOTOR OILS have been tested and approved for use in your scooter by Genuine Scooter Company. Be aware that the use of lubricants not approved by Genuine for use in your vehicle can lead to damage to your scooter and may void any warranty.
Table of Contents Notice..............1 Catalyst ............24 Scooter safety ............4 Notation for operation and riding ...... 25 Part location ............6 Starting the engine ......... 25 Identification ............7 Warming up the engine ........26 The function of switch & controller ....9 Brake operation ..........
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Vehicle Safety Accessories Modification The addition of unsuitable accessories can Modification of your scooter or removal of original result in unsafe operating conditions. equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal. Obey all applicable equipment laws and regulations. Only use Genuine approved accessories, such as Prima brand, accessories that have been approved by Genuine for this have been designed for and approved by Genuine for...
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Vehicle Safety Properly load your scooter Carbon Monoxide Gas You and any passengers should utilize the floorboard and The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon footrests for your feet. Do not exceed the load limits of the monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and highly toxic gas. vehicle.
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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR GENUINE SCOOTERS This is to be presented by the authorized GENUINE dealer to the purchaser of GENUINE scooters. We provide the following services: TO OBTAIN THE WARRANTY SERVICE A. Effectiveness of the warranty a. After completing the warranty card, the GENUINE selling dealer will give you the warranty card. b.
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l Scooters used for competition , performance or rental vehicle. l Any re-assembling or dismantling of scooters which violates the rules of GENUINE service manual. l Defects caused by unlicensed rider. l Improper storage or transport. l Not following the riding rules of Government or GENUINE Manual Guide. The following expenses are not covered: (1) Consumable goods(including battery, bulbs, rubbers, cables, screws, piston rings, spark plugs, gaskets, brake pads, brake linings, clutch lining, springs, V-belt, CVT-rollers, fuses, air filter elements, oil filter, fuel filter)
SCOOTER SAFETY ▲WARNING .Scooter riding requires special afford on your part to ensure your safety. Know these requirements before you ride: SAFE RIDING RULES 1. Always make a pre-ride inspection(page 16) and perform any needed adjustments or repairs before you ride the scooter.
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5. Don't let other motorists surprise you. Use extra caution at intersections , parking lot entrances and exits, and driveways. 6. Keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the floorboards while riding. A passenger should hold on to the scooter or the feet on then passenger foot pegs. 7.
Hooligan Parts location: REAR RACK TURN SIGNAL THROTTLE GRIP SEAT REAR LAMP LOW BEAM BEAM HIGH BEAM AIR CLEANER SIDE STAND FRT BRAKE DISK MAIN STAND...
IDENTIFICATION 1.Engine No. is located (stamped) on the rear side of the left crankcase. _________________________ Record your Engine Serial Number:...
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IDENTIFICATION 2.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located (stamped) inside the rear battery cover. Record your Vehicle Identification Number: ___________________________________________________________...
THE FUNCTION OF SWITCHES MAIN SWITCH 1. All the power is cut off , the key can be removed in this position. 2. The power is ON, engine can be started, the key can not be removed in this position. 3.
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LCD SPEEDOMETER ■ A、Main items 1. SELECT button: refer to next page 2. ADJUST button: refer to next page 3. EMS Indicator (LED) l EMS light will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds upon key on as a test. l IF EMS light illuminates during operation, please contact your GENUINE dealer to inspect and determine cause.
8. Fuel Guage: will blink when low 9. when fuel gage reaches this point, it will blink to remind you to add fuel ASAP. 10. Speedometer can switch from km/h to mile/h 11. Vehicle speed: can change unit by( km/h) or (mile/h) display mode: (ODO) or (TRIP) Operating instruments function...
HANDLE-BAR CONTROLS 1. HI/LO BEAM SWITCH HI-The high beam is on LO-The low beam is on Press the lower part to make a passing signal. 2. Turn Signal Switch Move to ← to signal a left turn, → to signal a right turn.
STEERING LOCK SEATLOCK To lock the steering, turn the handle all the way to Push the key and turn counterclockwise to open the left and turn the key from seat. then remove the key. NOTE: Do not turn the key to , while riding.
FUEL TANK CAP l Insert the key into ignition switch, and keep position. Push the key and turn clockwise to open the fuel cap. l Push the cap forward to lock it...
inside. LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT Please use water-resistant material for luggage The luggage cabinet is located under the seat. wrapping. Please put your helmet straight inside the luggage cabinet 5. Please lock the cover when leaving the and keep the helmet’s front toward the back direction of the scooter.
PRE-RIDING INSPECTION Please do the inspection as following before riding: ITEM PROCEDURE PAGE FRONT BRAKE Check the brake function, clearance , brake oil level, see if it is leaking. 17 37 If necessary, may refill FMVSS DOT4 brake fluid. REAR BRAKE Check the brake function and clearance, proper adjustment if necessary.
BRAKE NOTE: If the pre-riding inspection is not performed, severe personal injury or vehicle damage may result. Inspect your scooter, and perform any needed adjustments or repairs, Every day before you ride it. The items listed above will only take a few minutes to check and, in the long run, can save time, expense, and possible your life.
BRAKE (Please refer to page37) 2.BRAKE FLUID (Disk Brake) Check the fluid level. Refill it if necessary. Fluid Spec. FMVSS DOT4 3.DISK BRAKE PAD Please refer to page 37. Please go to the GENUINE Dealer when this brake needed repairing. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE INSPECTION CAUTION...
ENGINE OIL Engine oil specification: ONLY USE JASO MB 15W40 oil in your scooter. JASO MB oils are l specifically designed for scooters. Scooters operate at high rpm when you are travelling near maximum speed. JASO MB oils contain an increased level of friction reduction agents that protect your engine from wear in these operating conditions.
AIR-CLEANER The air filter will keep dust away from the engine and also protect it against wearing out. Please ask the dealer to check & clean the filter periodically, or by yourself. (ref:page 35) Wet paper filter element Note: Don’t forget to install the element seal !
TIRE To secure the best performance & extend 2.SIMPLE CHECK: life-span, please pay your attention to the Check the tire appearance before riding. following: Please ask your dealer for repairing or 1.TIRE PRESSURE replacing if the appearance has been detected Be sure that tire pressure in accordance with significant worn out or stabbed by nails, or the standard pressure.
THROTTLE GRIP l Turn the grip and check the clearance & operation situation. l Make sure the grip will automatically return to the original position. Ask your dealers for adjusting advice if necessary. LAMPS & SIGNAL LIGHTS Make sure the front lamp, rear lamp, brake lamp, turn signal lamp, tail lamp and all other indicator lights working well.
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EXHAUST SYSTEM 1. Make sure to park your scooter away from flammable material, pedestrians or children to avoid danger due to hot exhaust. 2. ONLY use unleaded fuel 3. Don’t try to turn off the main switch when riding. 4. Don’t try to ride, idle or park on the surface of flammable objects like paper or cardboard.
NOTATION FOR OPERATION & RIDING 1. Please make sure you are familiar with all the operation system & function before riding. Please contact with your dealers if there’s any question. 2. Do not start the engine in a closed place due to potential gas, threat from poisonous exhaust amassed. 3.
WARMING UP THE ENGINE To protect the engine, please warm up the engine 1~3 minutes before riding. Do not immediately accelerate when the engine is cold. NOTE: Please read the instruction “engine initial run-in” page28 before initial riding. l Scooter riding (after warning up the engine): 1.
BRAKE OPERATION 1. Release the throttle grip. 2. Press front and rear brake levers gradually. REAR FRONT NOTE: 1. Sudden stop will cause sliding or falling down. 2. Use the braking carefully while you are turning, improper use of brake may cause sliding. 3.
ENGINE INITIAL RUN-IN 0~620 mile riding is the critical period regarding scooter engine life span. The new engine can’t afford too much loading during the first 620 miles. Every part of the engine will be run-in to obtain the correct clearance during this period. Be sure to avoid prolonged open throttle operation or any operation that causes high temperature in the engine.
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PARKING: Turn off the engine and pull out the key when parking the scooter. NOTE: 1. Please park your scooter away from the child & pedestrians if the muffler is hot. Do not park your scooter on a slop or soft ground to avoid falling down. 2.
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Note 1: PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE To make sure the engine is running smooth, replace the engine oil REPAIR after the first 500 miles. Use only the specified engine oil. To keep the vehicle in it's safest and most efficient Contact your authorized Genuine dealer for changing of the status, perform periodic maintenance, adjustment engine oil.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Mileage or Months Item Content First 500 miles 1,875 mi 3,750 mi 5,625 mi 7,500 mi 9,375 mi 11,250 mi (1 Month) (3 Months) (6 Months) (9 Months) (12 Months) (15 Months) (18 Months) Replace Engine Oil* Use JASO MB 15w40 engine oil Replacement every 1,875 mi Replace engine oil.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR EMISSION CONTROL Mileage or Months Item Content First 500 miles 1,875 mi 3,750 mi 5,625 mi 7,500 mi 9,375 mi 11,250 mi (1 Month) (3 Months) (6 Months) (9 Months) (12 Months) (15 Months) (18 Months) Check and adjust the valve clearance with the Valve Clearance* ○...
THE AIR-CLEANER If there is too much accumulation of dust inside the air cleaner, it will reduce the output of engine performance and cause abnormal consumption of fuel. Procedures of changing the air element: 1. Take off the cover of filter. 2.
THE SPARK PLUG Spark plug is one of the important parts of the engine and it is easy to be checked. According to spark plug condition, you may infer the situation of the engine. The ideal color of the electrode should be light brown.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The clearance of lever (a) Front brake: 10~20 mm (b) Rear brake: 10~20 mm Adjust the nut if necessary. NOTE: An incorrect free play implies risks in the brake system. Do not drive a motorcycle with the free play incorrect and contact a GENUINE dealer for reparation immediately.
BRAKE PAD CHECK Please acting the brake for checking. If the pads almost reach the bottom, please ask your dealers to change it by: 1. visual check if the pad worn out to the bottom of the groove or not. 2.
will be declining make the air be obstructed. 5.Brake oil could reode the painting surface and plastic parts. If any oil were spilled out, please clean it immediately. 6.If the brake oil can’t be refilled to the standard level, please check with your dealers. FRONT FORK CHECK NOTE: In order to avoid falling down, please park you scooter firmly will be safe.
BATTERY 1. The battery is in Maintenance-Free type (MF), so it won’t be necessary to check or refill the liquid. If the liquid is (+)pole, 1 Red wire (-)pole: 3 Black wire leaking, please contact with your dealers A.S.A.P. 2. Battery wire connection: n...
FUSE REPLACEMENT 1. The fuse is located beside the battery. 2. Open the battery cover. 3. If the fuse is burned out, turn off the main switch and related switches, replace a correct fuse, then turn on and check the circuit function, please contact with your dealers if the problem remains. NOTE: Do not use a higher ampere fuse than the standard one.
REFERENCE DATA Hooligan TYPE DRY WEIGHT ~126KG ENGINE type 4 stroke cooling forced air cooling cylinder array single 168.9 c.c displacement electric only start system separated pump lubrication system JASO MB 15W40 lubricant capacity 1.0 L replace 0.8L spark plug(NGK) C7RHSA(NGK) clutch type DRY TYPE...
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REFERENCE DATA Hooligan TYPE Valve Q’ty AIR CLEANER PAPER FUEL: gasoline UNLEADED Tank capacity ~6.0L TIRE size ( front) 120/70-12 ( rear) 130/70-12 ELECTRIC ignition generator Transistor BATTERY TYPE capacity YTX9-BS BULBS 12V 55/35 W * 1 head lamp ( HI /LO) 13.5V-0.41W rear lamp/ stop lamp 13.5V-1.89W...
Warranty Information Your vehicle is covered by a Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty and an EPA Emissions Related Components Warranty. If you purchased your vehicle in the state of California, you are also covered by a California Emission Control System Warranty. Detailed warranty information can be found in your warranty booklet provided separately from this manual. Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Genuine...
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