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Baja motorsports BLASTER 65 Owner's Manual

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BLASTER 65 Go-kart
Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.
No one under the age of 16 should operate this Go-Kart
OWNER'S MANUAL
Minimum Age Requirement 16
Always wear a helmet; It could save your Life!
Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and regulations pertaining to owning and
operating an off-road vehicle.

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  • Page 1 BLASTER 65 Go-kart Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information. No one under the age of 16 should operate this Go-Kart OWNER’S MANUAL Minimum Age Requirement 16 Always wear a helmet; It could save your Life! Please obtain, review, and follow provincial / municipal government acts and regulations pertaining to owning and operating an off-road vehicle.
  • Page 2 Should you experience a problem or need to return your Baja Motorsports Blaster 65 Go-kart for repair, please call the BAJA MOTORSPORTS customer service department TOLL FREE at 1-888-863- BAJA (2252) between the house of 7am and 5pm Monday thru Friday PST and Saturday 8am to 4pm PST.
  • Page 3 WARNNG This manual should be considered as a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new user or operator. The manual contains important safety information and instructions which should be read carefully before operating the vehicle.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTICE TO UERS... BLASTER 65 GOKART... FUEL AND OIL... WARNING LABELS... THROTTLE AND BRAKE LEVER/KILL SWITCH... ENGINE STARTING... RIDING YOUR GO-KART... INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING... SAFETY GEAR / SEAT BELTS... BREAK-IN... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE... ENGINE OIL... AIR FILTER INSPECTION AND CLEANING...

  • Page 5: Notice To Uers

    NOTCE TO USERS Please read this manual and follow all instructions carefully. To emphasize the special information, the symbol and the words WARNING or CAUTION have some special meanings. Pay great attention to the messages. NOTE: Indicating special information which is to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer.
  • Page 6 NOTCE TO USERS This off-road product IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. This product handles differently from other vehicles including ATV’s and motorcycles. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and riding on hills or over obstacles.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION This vehicle is not licensable. IT IS NOT TO BE OPERATED ON ANY PUBLIC ROAD, STREET, HIGHWAY, PARKING LOT, SIDEWALK, OR ALLEY. To do so would be in violation of local law. This vehicle may be operated only on pirvate property and upon areas approved by local law.
  • Page 8 NOTCE TO USERS THE VEHICLE SHOULD NEVER BE STARTED WITHOUT FIRST CHECKING TO SEE THAT THE THROTTLE IS IN IDLE POSITION. Do not start engine without verifying proper function of the throttle. Never attempt to start this vehicle without having the operator seated in the proper position. When starting with the operator in the seat, the operator should have their left foot on the brake.
  • Page 9 NOTCE TO USERS LOOSE CLOTHING, LONG HAIR, OR ARTICLES WORN BY ANY OPERATOR OR PASSENGER MUST BE FULLY CONTAINED OR COVERED TO PREVENT THEM FROM POSSIBLY BEING CAUGHT IN ROTATING PARTS OF THE VEHICLE OR THE SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT WHILE RIDING. FAILURE TO OBEY COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY OF THE OPERATOR OR PASSENGER.
  • Page 10 NOTCE TO USERS When making repairs or adjustments to the vehicle which do not involve adjustments to the engine, the spark plug wire must be disconnected and kept away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. When working on or around, or when restarting engine, use extreme caution to avoid contact with the muffler, cylinder head, or any other potentially hot area on or around the engine.
  • Page 11 NOTCE TO USERS This manual, along with the other supplements provided with your vehicle, provide guidlines for the assembly, maintenance, and operation of this vehicle and is not intended as a service manual. Assembly, maintenance, and/or repair of this vehicle should only be performed by persons of sufficient mechanical skill, experience, and judgment (such as outdoor equipment dealers, motorcycle dealer/shops, or small engine dealers) so that no unsafe condition or modification is made.

  • Page 12: Blaster 65 Gokart

    BLASTER 65 Headrest Seatbelts Brushgaurd Luggage rack Front tire Torque converter [Left] Off button Fuel tank Steering wheel Air filter Brake fluid resevoir On/Off switch Rear tire Recoil pull start [Right]...

  • Page 13: Fuel And Oil

    FUEL AND OIL FUEL The proper fuel is very important for the engine. Ensure that there is no dust, dirt, or water which has mixed in the fuel. Please use regular unleaded gasoline ENGINE OIL Your 6.5 HP Go-kart has a four-stroke engine. Please use oil as described in the chart below.

  • Page 14: Warning Labels

    WARNING LABELS Read and follow all of the warnings labels on your Go-kart. Make sure you understand all the labels. Keep the labels on the Go-kart. Do not remove them for any reason. If a label comes off or becomes difficult to read, you should get a replacement by contacting Baja Motorsports.
  • Page 15 WARNING LABELS NOTE CHECK IF THE FUEL OVERFLOWS OR LEAKS REFUEL AFTER TURNING OFF THE ENGINE.

  • Page 16: Throttle And Brake Lever/Kill Switch

    THROTTLE AND BRAKE PEDAL, KILL SWITCH Kill switch Brake pedal Depressing the brake pedal draws the brake calipers against the brake rotor and slows or stops the go-kart. Throttle pedal Depressing the throttle pedal will engage the torque converter and move the go-kart forward.

  • Page 17: Engine Starting

    ENGINE STARTING CAUTON Verify oil level prior to starting (see page 10) Starting the engine with low or no oil will damage the engine. WARNNG Never start the engine in a closed place as the exhausted gas from the vehicle contains toxic carbon monoxide.

  • Page 18: Riding Your Go-Kart

    RIDING YOUR GO-KART WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE RIDING Before riding, you should read all the following information carefully. If you are properly prepared, you will have a more enjoyable ride. Before riding, you should find a good place to practice the skills. Find a flat, open area with enough space to practice the new skills.

  • Page 19: Inspection Before Riding

    INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING Failing to inspect the Go-kart before operating could be hazardouss80iling t opbefm pre op NG C ONTENTNG Pre op air pressure; Enough tread depth; No cracks, rips, op NG ot tr damagesNG...
  • Page 20 INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING Overloading could be hazardous. Overloading could cause changes in vehicle handling and could lead to an accident. Never exceed the stated load capacity for this Go-kart. Operating this Go-kart with improper modifications could be hazardous. Improper installation of accessories or modifications to this vehicle may cause changes in handling.

  • Page 21: Safety Gear / Seat Belts

    SAFETY GEAR A DOT approved motorcycle helmet is the most important part of you safety gear. A DOT approved motorcycle helmet can help prevent a serious head injury. Choose a helmet that fits snugly. Motorcycle dealers can help in selecting a good quality helmet which fits properly.

  • Page 22: Break-In

    BREAK-IN The first month is the most important in the life of your vehicle. Proper operation during this break-in period will be helpful for assuring maximum life and performance of your new vehicle. The following guidelines explain proper break-in procedures. Maximum Throttle Opening Recommendation During the first 10 hours of operation, you should always use less than ½...
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE It is very important to inspect and maintain your Go-kart regularly. Follow the guidelines in the chart. The intervals between periodic services in months are shown. At the end of each interval be sure to perform the maintenance listed.

  • Page 24: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Improper maintenance or failing to perform recommended maintenance could be hazardous. If you perform improper maintenance or do not maintain your Go-kart you may have an accident. Keep your Go-kart in good condition. Ask your authorized service center or a qualified mechanic to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk (*).
  • Page 25 ENGINE OIL To check oil level: 1. Park vehicle on level ground. Oil cap and dipstick 2. Remove dip stick and wipe off with a clean rag. Insert the dipstick in the filler hole. 3. Remove dipstick and inspect oil level. 4.

  • Page 26: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL New and used oil could be hazardous. Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or used oil. Continuous contact with used oil can cause skin cancer in laboratory animals. Brief contact with the used oil may irritate the skin.
  • Page 27 AIR FILTER The air filter element must be kept clean to provide good engine power. If you use your vehicle under normal, low-tension conditions, you should service the air filter at the intervals specified in the maintenace schedule page of this manual. If you ride in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions, you will need to inspect the air filter element much more frequently.

  • Page 28: Air Filter Inspection And Cleaning

    AIR FILTER Operating the engine without the air filter element in place could be hazardous. If the air filter element did not filter dirt, severe engine damage would occur if the dirt entered the running engine. Never run the engine without the air filter element in place. Failing to inspect the air filter element frequently if the vehicle is used in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions could damage your Go-kart.
  • Page 29 TORQUE CONVERTER nspection and Cleaning Removing Torque Converter cover while engine is running could be hazardous. Running engine while Torque Converter cover is removed increases the chance of hair, clothing or body parts being entangled in moving components which could result in severe injury or death.

  • Page 30: Torque Converter Inspection And Cleaning

    Torque Converter “Driver” Cleaning and Lubrication Lubricate inside races The Driver consists of 3 main parts: Cover(1), Weight assembly (2), inside belt disk (3) * Remove Driver from engine and seperate components according to diagram above. * With brake cleaning fluid, spray each component (1),(2),(3) liberally and wipe clean. * Lubricate Driver component (2) (3) with a dry spray lubricant.
  • Page 31 TIRES TIRES The Go-kart is equipped with low pressure tubeless tires of the size and type listed below: Size Operating this Go-kart with improper tires, or even improper tire air pressure could be hazardous. If you use improper tires or improper tire air pressure, you may lose control of the Go-kart. Always use the size and type tires specified.

  • Page 32: Tires

    TIRES Overfilling the air to the tires could be hazardous. If you put too much air into the tire, may burst, and causing severe injury. Check the air pressure from time to time while inflating the tire gradually, until the specified air pressure is obtained.

  • Page 33: Brakes

    BRAKES 1. Inspect the rear disk brake caliper for leakage. If brake fluid leaks, the safety of riding could be affected. 2. Inspect the brake hose for cracks, and the joints for leakage. 3. Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir, if level is at or below the LOWER mark, inspect brake pads for wear and hydraulic system for leaks.

  • Page 34: Chain Adjustment

    CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Check the chain adjustment after the first two hours of use. Readjust if it has more than 1.25” flex. Adjusting the Chain To Tighten Chain: 1. Loosen all four bolts under engine mount plate. 2. Slide engine back until chain is adjusted to the desired tension (0.8”...

  • Page 35: Ignition System Check

    IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK 1. Remove the spark plug and reattach it to the spark plug lead. 2. Apply the brake pedal to make sure the rear wheels are locked. If the ignition system is operating properly, a blue spark should jump across the spark plug gap. If there is no spark, take your machine to your service center.

  • Page 37: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING It is best to transport the Go-kart in the normal position. Drain screw Before transporting the Go-kart drain the fuel from the carburetor as follows: 1. Drain fuel from carburetor into an empty container by loosening the carburetor drain screw located on bottom of carburetor. 2.

  • Page 38: Cleaning Procedure

    CLEANING PROCEDURE A thorough cleaning of your Go-kart is a necessary part of maintenance. It will help keep your Go-kart looking and performing best. Proper cleaning can also extend the life of your Go-kart. It is important to clean and inspect your Go-kart after every ride, especially if it is used in mud, brush, grass, water, salt water, or very dusty conditions The build-up of mud, brush, grass, etc.

  • Page 39: Washing Your Go-Kart

    WASHING YOUR GO-KART With some care, your Go-kart can be washed in a similar manner to washing an automobile. Note: Avoid spraying or allowing water to flow over the following places: · Ignition switch · Spark plug · Fuel tank cap ·...

  • Page 40: Storage Procedure

    STORAGE PROCEDURE If you do not use your Go-kart for a long time, it will need special service requiring appropriate materials, equipment and skill. For this reason, we recommend that you trust this maintenance work to your authorized service center. If you wish to service the machine for storage yourself, follow the general guidelines below: VEHICLE Place the vehicle on level ground and wash the entire vehicle.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following information is provided to help you identify probable questions you may have concerning the operation of you Go-kart. See your authorized service center with any additional questions you may have. Engine turns over but fails to start On/Off flip switch No fuel is in “off”...

  • Page 42: Serial Number Location

    SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION You need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get title documents for your Go-kart. You also need these numbers to help your authorized service center or Baja Motorsports order parts. The Frame number is stamped on the frame on the passenger side front end. The engine number is located on the front of the engine housing, facing the seat.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS AND DRY MASS Overall length ... 2184mm (86 in) Overall width ... 1346mm (53 in) Overall height ... 1473mm (58 in) Ground clearance ... 229mm (9 in) Dry weight ... 181Kg (400 lbs) ENGINE Type ... Four stroke Displacement...196cc Horsepower...6.5 HP Starting...Recoil...
  • Page 44 Baja Motorsports, LLC 2801 So. Fair Ln. Ste. 101 Tempe, AZ 85282 Tel: 480-222-8280 Toll Free: 888-863-2252...

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