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This manual outl ines the correct met hods of repairing and maintaining motorcycles. Compliance with the stipulations and requirements will contribute to the long-lasting and trouble-free operation of your motorcycle. The well-trained and skilled maintenance personnel in the sales agencies and service centers of Qlink are ready to offer the best service.
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USER'S MANUAL Important Precautions Information About the Running-in Operation of Motorcycles The first 1,000 km of mileage is the most important phase in the whole lifetime of your motorcycle. During this period, correct running-in operation may not only prolong the lifetime, but also make the best of your new motorcycle.
USER'S MANUAL Content Precautions and General Information………………………………..………………………………………1 Location of Components……………………………………………..……………………………………… 3 Operation …………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Hints on Use of Fuel and Engine Oil……………………… ……………………… …………………………13 Running-in Operation………………………………………………..……………………………… ………14 Inspection Prior to Riding…………………………………… ………………… ……..… …………… ……15 Main Points for Riding……………………………………………….………………..………………………17 Check and Maintenance……………………………………………..………………..………………………21 Measures of Reducing Pollution………………………………….…………………..………………………37 Troubleshoo ting……………………………………………………….………………..………………………37 Storage Method……………………………………………………….………………..………………………41...
USER'S MANUAL Precautions and General Information Safety Precautions for Riders It is a great pleasure to ride a motorcycle. For the sake of your safety, please observe the traffic rules and regulations, and five stipulations listed below strictly. To Wear Safety Helmet Safely riding a motorcycle starts from the proper wearing of helmet, which is very important for a rider.
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Location of metal nameplate The number of the chassis and engine are required when the motorcycle is registered. In order ing certain Qlink Corporation or authorized dealers, the number will also component s or entrusting special services from lend you a hand.
USER'S MANUAL Locations of Components Instruments on handlebar 1. Clutch lever 2. Left handlebar switch 3. Tachometer 4. Ignition switch 5. Speedometer 6. Right handlebar switch 7. Throttle grip 8. Front brake lever 9. Rearview mirror...
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USER'S MANUAL Left Side Fig. Right Side Fig. 1£®Switch of fuel tank 1. Rear brake pedal 2. Spark plug 2£®Carburetor 3£®Gear shift lever 4£®Side stand...
USER'S MANUAL Operation Ignition Key Two uniform ignition keys are available, reserve one of them for future use. Instrument Panel ¢Ù Odometer It records the total kilometer accumulated since the motorcycle is used. ¢Ú Speedometer It is used to indicate the current speed outer is kph and inner is mph. ¢Û...
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USER'S MANUAL Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions “ ” Position The whole electrical circuit is disconnected. “ ”Position The ignition circuit is switched on so that the engine can be started. It is impossible to pull out the ignition key from this position. “...
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USER'S MANUAL ¡° ¡± For turning signal operation, set the switch to (left) position, the left turning signal lamp will get ¡° ¡± lighting; if set to (right) position, the right turning lamps will be switched on. After turning, move the switch to middle position;...
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USER'S MANUAL ¢Ú Stop Switch of Engine This switch, located on the top of the control panel of the right handlebar, it is of swinging plate type. Its shaft is placed on the center of the plate. When it is on the “ ”...
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USER'S MANUAL Fuel Tank Cap To open the cap, insert the ignition key and turn it clockwise. Then the cap can be removed together with the key. To close the cap, align with the arrow and push down the cap and the key on the hole of the tank cap till the locking sound is heard. Finally pull out the key.
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USER'S MANUAL CAUTION In the neutral gear, the indicat or on the instrument panel will be lit. Although the indicator is lit, it is still advised to release the clutch lever slowly, and confirm the transmission system is really in neutral mode. Before you shift to lower gear, you need to slow down the motorcycle.
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USER'S MANUAL Fuel Cock The motorcycle is equipped with a manual valve with three positions ---- ¡ ° ¡ ± ON, ¡ ° ¡ ± RESERVE and¡ ° ¡ ñ ¡ ± OFF. ¡ ° ¡ ± ON Position The lock is usually set to this position. The gasoline can be supplied through this lock to the carburetor each time the throttle grip is turned.
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USER'S MANUAL Carburetor Choke System This motorcycle is equipped with the choke system, which makes the starting easier. Push down the choke lever to the lowest position in order to start the engine under the cold state. Once the engine is started, lift up the choke lever to half and let the engine gradually warm up.
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USER'S MANUAL Hints on the Use of Fuel and Engine Oil Fuel Please use lead-free gasoline. If slight explosion sound comes from the engine, the possible cause is to use general fuel as a substitute, thus replace the fuel. Note: Using lead-free gasoline can prolong the lifetime of the spark plug. Engine Oil Use of high quality 4-stroke engine oil would extend the lifetime of the engine.
USER'S MANUAL Running-in Operation That correct running-in operation is important to prolong the service life and making the best of a new motorcycle. This chapter provides the correct methods of running-in operation. Maximum Speed The maximum speed limits for a new motorcycle during the running-in period are shown as below. First 1,000km Less than 5,000 rpm 2,000km...
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USER'S MANUAL Let the Engine Oil Circulate before Riding After the engine has been sta rted, no matter cold or warm, let the engine run at idle speed for an adequate period of time before adding any load, so that the engine oil can flow to each of the important components. To Carry Out the First Maintenance The maintenance after the first 1,000km of mileage is of uttermost importance to your motorcycle.
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USER'S MANUAL Items to Be Checked Purposes for Check Steering 1. Smoothness 2. Flexible Movement 3. No gap or looseness Operate all the lamps --- headlamp, tail lamp, stop lamp, illuminated panel Lighting indicator, turning signal lamp. Engine Oil The oil level is high or not. 1.
USER'S MANUAL Main Points for Riding Start the Engine Check if the throttle switch is set to ON position. Insert the ignition key into the switch and turn clockwise to ON. If the transmission system is currently in neutral mode, the neutral indicator should be lit. CAUTION When starting the engine, the gearshift should be in neutral mode and the clutch switched on , and the rider sits on the correct position.
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USER'S MANUAL as it is warm, the choke system is unnecessary. WARNING Never start the engine in an enclosed area with bad ventilation conditions. The component of the tail gas is radically toxic. Never keep the motorcycle running a short while without monitoring. CAUTION Never let the engine running for prolo nged time in stationary condition.
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USER'S MANUAL suitable gear under general condition. Never slide the clutch for the purpose of controlling the speed. Shift to lower gears as necessary to get the engine working at normal speed. CAUTION The engine rotary speed at any gear should not exceed the red area of the tachometer. Riding on a Slope When the motorcycle runs upwards on a steep slope, it will slow down and demonstrates a lack of power.
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USER'S MANUAL Rest your feet on the footrests. Never let both hands leave the handlebars at the same time. Because the tire friction becomes low on wet and smooth surface, the braking and turning abilities decrease naturally. Slow down your motorcycle in such case. Observe the traffic marks and regulations and control speeds.
USER'S MANUAL If the motorcycle must be supported with the side stand on a gentle slope, the botto m ge ar should be engaged in order to prevent unexpected sliding from the stand. Return to the neutral gear prior to starting the engine. Turn the ignition switch to OFF to stop the engine.
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CAUTION It may be necessary to replace one or more parts during the regular main tenance. It is recommended that you Qlink brand parts or their equivalents. Experienced or not, you'd better to entru st the designated use genuine dealers or qualified technician to maintain the items marked with a “ * ”. The others may be maintained by yourself under the instructions of this Manual.
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USER'S MANUAL 1,000 5,000 10,000 Intervals: Based on the reading of odometer or No. of months Months * Brakes * Front fork Tires Driving chain Clean and lubricate once every 1,000 km * Steering assembly Rear shock absorber * Cylinder nuts and exhausting pipe bolts Replace once evey 1000Km Engine oil 500Km×2...
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USER'S MANUAL Lubrication Schedule Intervals First 5,000 km or 6 months Every 1,000 km or 12 months Items Throttle cable Machine oil Clutch cable Machine oil Driving chain Apply oil every 1,000 km Grease * Brake cam shaft Grease Throttle control handlebar Brake cable Machine oil Speedmeter gearbox and wheel bearing...
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USER'S MANUAL Tools A tool kit placed in the small bag on the left lower side of the chassis is available to your regular maintenance, which include the tools listed below. Battery WARNING This vehicle used sealed rechargeable battery. When using, you should notice to charge to prolong its service life. Note: For the first 1,000 km and every 3,000 km, entrust the authorized dealers to check the electrolyte gravity of the battery with a gravity gauge.
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USER'S MANUAL Spark Plug After the first 1,000 km or every 5,000 km, clean the carbon deposit attached to the spark plug with a small metal brush or cleaner. Readjust the spark plug gap with a gap gauge so as to keep it between 0.6 and 0.8 mm. Replace the plug with a new one after every 10,000 km.
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USER'S MANUAL Engine oil Engine's durability depends on the quality of oil used and regular renewal. The two most important maintenance tasks are the daily oil level checking and the regular oil change. Oil level checking Precaution: The gauge of machine oil view the oil level. Never start the engine with a low oil level. Never ref ill oil over the upper limit of the view glass.
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USER'S MANUAL Precaution: Please always use the engine oil recommended in “Instructions on fuel and engine oil”. Brake Check brakes after the first 1000 km and every 3000 km thereafter. The vehicle uses disc bake in front wheel and drum brake in rear wheel. Correct brake operation is critical to safe driving.
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USER'S MANUAL Check frequently the level of brake fluid tank. Replenish with recommended fluid. The level may get lower along with the wearing of brake lining. Brake fluid replenishing is an important item in regular maintenance. Brake lining Check the front brake lining to see if it is worn to the limit mark. If it reaches the mark, replace brake lining.
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USER'S MANUAL WARNING Do not drive the vehicle immediately after brake lining replacement. Apply brake for several times to make the brake lining extended, restore the spring force and bring the brake fluid into circulation. Front brake lamp switch Front brake lamp switch is under the brake grip. Loosen the screw and move the switch unit the lamp can be.
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USER'S MANUAL Rear Brake The play can be adjusted to 2030 mm by screwing in or screwing out the adjusting nut of brake steel cable. Wearing Limit of the Brake Liner band The wearing limit marks are impressed on both front and rear brakes. Check if the braking system is properly adjusted.
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USER'S MANUAL USER'S MANUAL Headlamp 1. Loosen three screws and pull out the lamp assembly. 2. Disconnect cable connector, put off rubber and put out bulb. 3. Install a new bulb and replace the assembly. Precaution: The lamp assembly is of reflection type. Do not touch the reflection lens in bulb replacement to avoid reducing its service life.
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USER'S MANUAL Air Filter If dust clogs the air filter element, intake resistance increases as the output power decreases. The increase of gasoline content in the mixing gas leads to the increasing of fuel consumption. To avoid this, replace the air filter element as the following steps after riding for every 5,000 km.
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USER'S MANUAL CAUTION The idle speed should be adjusted with the engine fully warmed up. Adjustment of the Throttle Cable 1. Loosen the locking nut. 2. Turn the adjuster so that the cable clearance is kept within a range of 0.5 - 1.0 mm. 3.
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USER'S MANUAL Adjustment of the Driving Chain (1)Scale (2) Lock nut After running for every 1,000 km, adjust the tightness of driving chain so that the movable distance between the two chain sprockets is kept within 25 - 35mm. 1. Support the motorcycle with the side stand. 2.
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USER'S MANUAL longer service time, the air pressure of tire should be often checked. Air Pressure of Tires If the air pressure of tires is not sufficient, it not only speeds up the wearing of tire, but also extreme ly affect the stability of motorcycle.
USER'S MANUAL WARNING Replace the air filter only, don t went to clean or wash it . That will have some particle and damage with your engine . Troubleshooting If it is not able to start the engine, check the following items to find the cause. 1.
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USER'S MANUAL WARNING Keep the spark plug away from the opening plug hole on the cylinder head, because the spark may ignite the gasoline steam in the cylinder, causing fire. Stop of the Engine 1. Check the fuel in the tank. 2.
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USER'S MANUAL Troubleshooting Table of the Engine Failures Causes Troubleshooting 1. No fuel in the tank. 1. Fill fuel. 2. The tank tap is not open. 2. Open the tap. 3. The tank tap is clogged. No fuel in the 3.
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USER'S MANUAL Troubleshooting Table of the Engine Failures Causes Troubleshooting 1. The cylinder and piston are seriously worn out. 1. Replace the cylinder body and piston. 2. The needle bearings of the cnnecting 2. Replace the bearings and parts. rod are seriously worn out. The engine has 3.
USER'S MANUAL USER'S MANUAL Storage Method If the motorcycle is not used in winter or for quite a long time, the motorcycle should be specially maintained with appropriate materials, tools and skill. Motorcycle If you will not ride your motorcycle for a long time, clean the whole motor cycle, suppo rt it on the side stand and place it on a solid and flat ground to avoid weltering before storage.
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USER'S MANUAL Tires Pump the tires up to the normal pressure value. The outer appearance of tires should be kept clean, and not be exposed to sunlight for long time and protected from moisture. Keep the tires away from acid, alkali and oil so as to avoid corrosion.
USER'S MANUAL Wiring Diagram Qlink reserves the right to change, without prior written notice, of specifications, material and other it ems to Qlink continually seeks advancement in products' improvement in different countr ies or are as, each model. therefore wh ile this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your vehicle and this manual.
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USER'S MANUAL MAINTENANCE RECORDS This bike's traveled mileage is Kilometer Mileage(km) Times Date Items Maintained Dealer Oil / Filter 1000 All nuts 2000 Oil / Filter 3000 4000 Oil / Filter 5000 Air Filter 6000 7000 Oil / Filter 8000 9000 Oil / Filter...
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USER'S MANUAL MAINTENCE RECORDS This bike's traveled mileage is Kilometer Mileage(km) Times Date Items Maintained Dealer Oil / Air Cleaner 10000 Spark plug / Brake fluid...
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