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BA150-2
Read this manual carefully. Never allow anyone under 14+ years old
to ride this ATV. This ATV is recommended only for a highly
experience rider
OWNER'S MANUAL
This is a Category T ATV
Minimum Age Requirement: 14+
For more information on ATV Safety contact
the Baja ATV Safety Hotline at: 866-260-8630
Always wear a helmet: It could save your life!
Do not remove the owner's manual from this vehicle.
Please obtain, review and follow provincial/municipal government acts and
regulations pertaining to owning and operating an off-road vehicle.
Rev. C
021309

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  • Page 1 BA150-2 Read this manual carefully. Never allow anyone under 14+ years old to ride this ATV. This ATV is recommended only for a highly experience rider OWNER’S MANUAL This is a Category T ATV Minimum Age Requirement: 14+ Rev. C...
  • Page 2 “YOUR ATV CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions. For your safety, understand and follow all the warnings contained in this owner’s manual and the labels on your vehicle.
  • Page 3 90 days from the date of purchase. During the warranty period BAJA, INC. will, at its option, repair, provide replacement parts or replace your Baja Motorsports 150 ATV at no charge. This warranty does not cover normal wear items or damage caused by neglect or misuse of the product.
  • Page 4 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Operation of this ATV by children under age 14 can be hazardous. Use by children under age 14 can lead to their severe injury or death.
  • Page 5 Baja 150 Brake lever Tool compartment Gas cap located under seat Rear shock Front wheel Fuel valve [Left] Throttle lever Air filter box Seat Front shocks Exhaust Rear wheel Oil fill plug [Right]...
  • Page 6 HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL 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. WARNING-or-CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or injury. CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents NOTICE TO USERS .....................9 FUEL AND OIL .....................13 LOCATION OF LABELS AND SERIAL NUMBERS ..........14 HANDLEBAR & CONTROL LAYOUT ..............17 LEFT HANDLEBAR ..................17 RIGHT HANDLEBAR ...................18 FUEL VALVE ....................19 FUEL TANK CAP ..................20 SEAT LOCK ....................21 RIDING YOUR ATV ....................22 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE RIDING ........22 INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ..............23 BREAK-IN ....................24...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents BRAKES ......................62 FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT ..............62 REAR DISC BRAKE ..................63 GENERAL LUBRICATION ................64 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................65 TRANSPORTING ....................67 CLEANING PROCEDURE ...................68 WASHING YOUR ATV ..................69 STORAGE PROCEDURE ..................70 SPECIFICATIONS ....................71 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM .....................72 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY ...........73...

  • Page 9: Notice To Users

    NOTICE TO USERS We believe in conservation and protection of the earth’s natural resources. We encourage every vehicle owner and operator to do the same by obeying posted signs and riding only in areas designated and approved for off-road recreational use.
  • Page 10 Category Y-10+ ATV. A Category Y-10+ ATV is a youth model ATV that is intended for use by children age 10 or older. Category Y-12+ ATV. A Category Y-12+ ATV is a youth model ATV that is intended for use by children age 12 or older. Category T (Transitional Model) ATV.
  • Page 11 · Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slipper or loose surfaces. Shift you weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
  • Page 12 · Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories. · Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow instructions in this manual for carrying cargo. Allow greater distance for braking. ·...

  • Page 13: Fuel And Oil

    FUEL AND OIL FUEL The proper fuel is very important for the engine. Ensure that there is no dust or dirt, or water which has mixed in the fuel. Please use the regular unleaded gasoline with an octane of 87. ENGINE OIL Your Baja 150 ATV has a four-stroke engine.

  • Page 14: Location Of Labels And Serial Numbers

    You need to know the frame and engine serial numbers to get title documents for your ATV. You also need these numbers to help your authorized service center or Baja Motorsports order parts. The engine number is stamped on the...
  • Page 15 WARNING UNDER Operation of this ATV by children under the age of 14 increases the risk of severe injury or death. Adult supervision is required for children under age 16. permit children under age 14 NEVER to operate this ATV. WARNING NEVER ride as a passenger.

  • Page 17: Handlebar & Control Layout

    HANDLEBAR & CONTROL LAYOUT LEFT HANDLEBAR Engine Stop Switch: With this switch in the “RUN” position, the engine can be started. The engine will not start with this switch in the “OFF” position. Start Button: When the ignition key is in and turned to the “ON” position, the Engine Stop Switch is in the “RUN”...

  • Page 18: Right Handlebar

    RIGHT HANDLEBAR Throttle Lever This lever is controlled by the right hand thumb. The throttle Lever controls the speed of the engine, pushing the lever will increase the speed. Throttle Adjusting Screw Notice : This ATV was shipped from the factory with the throttle limit adjustment screw set to not allow the ATV to travel over 20mph (32km/h) out of the crate.

  • Page 19: Fuel Valve

    LEFT SIDE FUEL VALVE This valve is located beneath the fuel tank, and has three positions. “OFF” position “ON” position The fuel valve set to “OFF”; fuel The fuel valve set to “ON”; fuel cannot flow. Use this position when can flow to the engine.

  • Page 20: Fuel Tank Cap

    RIGHT SIDE FUEL TANK CAP To open the fuel tank, remove the vent tube from the cap and rotate it counterclockwise. To replace the cap, turn it clockwise and tighten it securely. Be sure to replace the vent tube as shown. Filler neck Fuel level...

  • Page 21: Seat Lock

    WARNING Overfilling the fuel tank could be hazardous. If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel may overflow when it expands. Expanding is due to heat from engine or sun. Overheated fuel could easily catch fire. Stop adding fuel when the fuel level reaches the bottom of the filler neck. WARNING Improper fueling of the ATV could be hazardous.

  • Page 22: Riding Your Atv

    RIDING YOUR ATV 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 23: Inspection Before Riding

    INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ITEM TO CHECK CONTENT Steering Smoothness; No restriction of movement; No play or looseness Brakes Proper brake lever free play; enough brake force; Parking brake effectiveness Tires Proper air pressure; Enough tread depth; No cracks, rips, or other damages Fuel Enough fuel for the intended trip;...

  • Page 24: Break-In

    CAUTION Failure to follow Break-In procedures can significantly shorten the life of your vehicle. By not following Break-In procedure, you risk causing excessive wear, and damaging the engine. Be careful to correctly follow Break-in Procedure. 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.

  • Page 25: Warnings

    WARNING Carrying a passenger on this ATV. Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV. Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and/or your passenger. Never carry a passenger. The long seat is to allow the operator to shift position as needed during operation. It is not for carrying passenger.

  • Page 26: Safety Gear

    SAFETY GEAR A DOT approved motorcycle helmet is the most important part of your 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 27 WARNING Operating this ATV after consuming alcohol or drugs. Could seriously affect your judgement. Could cause you to react more slowly. Could affect your balance and perception. Could result in an accident. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV. WARNING Operating this ATV at excessive speeds.
  • Page 28 WARNING Failure to inspect the ATV before operating. Failure to properly maintain the ATV. Increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. Always inspect your ATV each time you us it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner’s manual.

  • Page 29: Basic Movement And Shifting

    BASIC MOVEMENT AND SHIFTING STARTING THE ENGINE Before attempting to start the engine, make sure to follow these steps. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the “ON” position. Turn the fuel valve to “ON”. Place the engine stop switch in the “RUN” position. Set the parking brake.

  • Page 30: Braking

    BRAKING To stop the ATV release the throttle Then smoothly apply both rear and and pull in the rear brake. front brakes. WARNING Braking while turning the ATV could be hazardous. Use of the brake when turning could cause the ATV to slide or roll over. Use the brake to slow down before you begin to turn.

  • Page 31: Turning

    TURNING WARNING Turning improperly. ATV could go out of control, causing a collision or overturn. Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in the owner’s manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed. To turn the ATV, the rider must use the proper technique.

  • Page 32: Operation Of Hills

    OPERATION ON HILLS WARNING Operating on excessively steep hills. The vehicle can overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills. Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities.

  • Page 33: Descending A Hill

    To climb a hill with the ATV, follow the directions below. Speed up and maintain a steady speed before reaching the top of the hill. Remember that you must ride at a steady speed all the way to the top of the hill.
  • Page 34 To ride down a hill with the ATV, follow the instructions below. Check the terrain carefully for any obstacles before you go down the hill. Point the ATV straight down the hill. Transfer your body to the rear by sliding back on the seat. Ride down the hill slowly with the throttle released.

  • Page 35: Riding Over Obstacles

    WARNING Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill. Could result in ATV overturning. Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when climbing a hill. If you lose all forward speed: Keep weight uphill. Apply brakes. Lock parking brake, after you are stopped.

  • Page 36: Skidding Or Sliding

    If you come to an obstacle that you cannot avoid, you may be able to cross over it by using the following procedure. If the obstacle is in front of you, approach at walking speed. Rise up slightly on the footrests. Pull up on the handlebar and apply a little throttle as the front wheels reach the obstacle.

  • Page 37: Riding Through Water

    RIDING THROUGH WATER You can ride the ATV through shallow water. Make sure it is not more than 10cm (4 inches) deep and is not moving fast. Choose a good place to cross before you ride through the water. Look for a spot where the banks are gently sloped on both sides and the bottom of the stream is hard.

  • Page 38: Riding In Cold Weather

    RIDING IN COLD WEATHER Pre-ride Inspection Check that the throttle and all control levers move freely. Make sure that the footrests are free of ice or snow. Move the ATV forward and backward to check that the wheels roll freely. If you cannot move the ATV, the tires may be frozen to the ground, or the brakes may be frozen to the wheels.

  • Page 39: Dressing For Cold Weather Riding

    DRESSING FOR COLD WEATHER RIDING WARNING Operating your ATV in cold weather without proper clothing could be hazardous. Continued exposure in the cold weather could lead to hypothermia. Hypothermia is a condition where your body’s inner temperature drops low enough to cause injury or death. Always dress for the worst weather conditions you might encounter.

  • Page 40: Riding Your Atv On Snow And Ice

    RIDING YOUR ATV ON SNOW AND ICE WARNING Riding on snow-covered terrain, even with care, could be hazardous. The snow may be covering rocks, holes, ice or other hazards that can cause loss of control. Severe injury or death could occur if you lose control of the ATV.

  • Page 41: Accessory Use And Vehicle Loading

    ACCESSORY USE AND VEHICLE LOADING There are many types of accessories for sale. However, we cannot have direct control over their quality or suitability. We cannot test each accessory that is available. If you add the wrong accessories or misuse the vehicle with some accessories installed, it can make the ATV less safe to ride.

  • Page 42: Inspection And Maintenance

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE It is very important to inspect and maintain your ATV 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. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Initial Every...
  • Page 43 Keep you ATV in good condition. The items in the Maintenance Schedule should be performed by a qualified person or an Authorized Service Center. Call Baja Motorsports at 888-863-2252 for the location of an Authorized Service Center in your area.

  • Page 44: Tools

    A brown color indicates that the plug is correct. A white or dark insulator indicates that the engine may need adjustment, or another plug type may be needed. Consult your authorized dealer or Baja Motorsports if your plug insulator is not a light brown color.

  • Page 45: Valve Inspection

    CAUTION Dirt could damage your ATV if it entered an open spark plug hole of cylinder head. Dirt could damage engine parts that move. Cover the spark plug hole while the spark plug is out of the hole. To maintain a proper functioning spark plug, keep the plug free of carbon. Remove carbon from the plug with a wire or pin, and adjust the gap to 0.7~0.1mm for good ignition.

  • Page 46: Battery Installation

    BATTERY INSTALLATION INITIAL SERVICE AND INSTALLATION OF BATTERY: WARNING The following procedure is very dangerous and should be performed with utmost care and attention. Wear protective eye wear, rubber gloves, and have water available should electrolyte come in contact with skin or eyes. KEEP ALL CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE AREA WHILE THIS PROCEDURE IS BEING PERFORMED.
  • Page 47 Note: The following page is for vehicles with battery’s containing separate electrolyte pack. Most battery’s will come with the electrolyte already sealed into the battery. Preparing the battery: · Place battery on level surface. Remove sealing tape from top. (See figure 1) ·...
  • Page 48 How to Initially Charge the battery: Connect the red positive (+) cable to the red positive (+) pole of the battery. (See figure 5) Connect the black negative (-) cable to the black negative (-) pole of the battery. (See figure 6) Figure 5 Note: The red positive (+) cable has a larger...
  • Page 49 Battery Replacement: · Remove old battery. Mark which cable is connected to the positive terminal (+) and which cable is connected to the negative (-) terminal. · Clean cable connectors with wire brush or sandpaper to remove oxidation. · After charging, install new battery. Put dielectric grease on the battery terminals to avoid corrosion.

  • Page 50: Adjustment Of Throttle Lever

    THE ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE LEVER 3.0~5.0mm Measure the throttle level play. (0.12~0.20in) 3.0~5.0 mm as shown To adjust the throttle lever free distance: Loosen the nut a Turn the adjuster b in or out to obtain the correct play. Tighten the nut a . Recheck the throttle lever free distance.

  • Page 51: Idle Speed Adjustment

    IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT To adjust the idle speed properly, you need a tachometer. If you do not have one, ask your authorized service center to perform this adjustment. To adjust the idle speed: Start the engine and warm it up. Turn the throttle stop screw a in or out so that the engine idle speed is at 1250~+-125 r/min.

  • Page 52: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL The engine oil should be changed every 20 to 40 hours of operation. It should be changed more often in dirty and dusty areas. To change oil: 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Oil Cap Drain bolt 2.
  • Page 53 WARNING 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. Keep new and used oil away from children and pets.

  • Page 54: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER The air cleaner 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 cleaner at the intervals specified. If you ride in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions, you will need to inspect the air cleaner element much more frequently.

  • Page 55: Washing The Element

    REMOVAL The air cleaner accumulates dust and must be cleaned periodically. If the ATV is ridden in dusty areas, the air cleaner must be cleaned at more frequent intervals than specified in the Maintenance Schedule. If the ATV is submerged in water, the air cleaner should be checked and water should be drained from the air cleaner housing before starting the engine.
  • Page 56 WARNING Using gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning ATV parts. A fire or explosion could result. Use only a nonflammable or high flash point solvent to clean ATV parts. WARNING Oil and solvent could be hazardous. Children and pets could be harmed from the oil and solvent. Be sure to keep oil and solvent away from children and pets.

  • Page 57: Drive Chain

    The drive chain is damaged means that the sprockets may also be damaged. Inspect the sprockets as specified below: Good Worn If you find any of these problems with your sprocket, consult Baja Motorsports or your local service center.

  • Page 58: Drive Chain Cleaning And Oiling

    DRIVE CHAIN CLEANING AND OILING Clean and oil the chain as the following: Steam cleaning, high-pressure washers, and certain solvents can damage the drive chain. Use only kerosene to clean the chain. Wipe it dry, and thoroughly lubricate it with SAE 30~50 motor oil. Do not use any other lubricants on the drive chain.

  • Page 59: Rear Swing Arm Lubrication

    REAR SWING ARM LUBRICATION Lubricate the pivot points using a grease gun. TIRES WARNING Operating this ATV with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure. Use of improper tires on this ATV, or operation of this ATV with improper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss of control, increasing your risk of an accident.
  • Page 60 WARNING Overloading this ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly. Could cause changes in vehicle handling which could lead to an accident. Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed when carrying cargo. Allow greater distance for braking. Always follow the instructions in your owner’s manual for carrying cargo.

  • Page 61: Tire Air Pressure

    Tire Air Pressure Cold Tire Air Pressure Check the air pressure in all tires before riding. Improper air pressure would effect handling, steering response, Front 9±1 psi (62±7 kpa) traction, tire life and rider comfort. Be sure that the tires are inflated to the Rear 9±1 psi (62±7 kpa) pressures shown below.

  • Page 62: Brakes

    BRAKES The ATV has two front drum brakes and a rear disk brake. WARNING Failing to inspect and maintain your ATV’s brake system properly could be hazardous. Improper maintenance of the brake increases your chance of having an accident. Be sure to inspect the brake before riding according to the INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING section.

  • Page 63: Rear Disc Brake

    Rear Disk Brake Inspect the disk brake for leakage. If the brake fluid leaks, the safety of riding could be affected. Inspect the brake hose for cracks, and the joint for leakage. WARNING Failing to maintain the brake shoes or pads could be hazardous. Riding with worn brake shoes, pads, or shoes that are seriously worn, will increase your chance of having an accident.

  • Page 64: General Lubrication

    GENERAL LUBRICATION Proper lubrication is important for safe, smooth operation and long life of your vehicle. Be sure that all lubrication is performed during periodic maintenance on the vehicle. Increase intervals when you use your ATV in severe conditions. Your authorized service center should do general lubrication as shown in the MAINTENANCE CHART.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Failing to troubleshoot a problem correctly would damage your ATV. Improper repairs or adjustments may damage the vehicle. Such damage may not be covered under warranty. If you are not sure about the proper action, consult your authorized service center or Baja Motorsports about the problem. Fuel Supplying Check 1.

  • Page 66: Ignition System Check

    Ignition System Check Remove the spark plug and reattach it to the spark plug lead. Push the electric button START. Apply the rear brake lever 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.

  • Page 67: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING It is best to transport the ATV in the normal position. Before transporting the ATV drain the fuel from the carburetor as follows: Drain fuel from carburetor into an empty container by loosening the carburetor drain screw. When the fuel has been drained, retighten the drain screw. WARNING Draining fuel from the carburetor could be hazardous.

  • Page 68: Cleaning Procedure

    CLEANING PROCEDURE A thorough cleaning of your ATV is a necessary part of maintenance. It will help keep your ATV looking and performing best. Proper cleaning can also extend the life of your ATV. It is important to clean and inspect your ATV 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 69: Washing Your Atv

    WASHING YOUR ATV With some care, your ATV 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 70: Storage Procedure

    STORAGE PROCEDURE If you do not use your ATV 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 71: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS BAJA ExTREME BAJA ExTREME 150CC ATV 150CC ENGINE Drive Combustion Cycle Suspension Front Double Wishbone Number of Cylinder Suspension Rear Swing arm Bore × Stroke 46.3mm × 57.8mm (mm) Brakes Front Double Sealed Drum Piston 149.5 cc Displacement Brakes Rear Hydraulic Disc Compression Ratio 9.2:1...

  • Page 72: Circuit Diagram

    BAJA 150 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM...

  • Page 73: Emission Control System Warranty

    BAJA MOTORSPORTS – EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The emission control system warranty period for this vehicle begins on the date the vehicle is delivered to the first purchaser other than an authorized dealer, or the date it is first used as a demonstrator, lease, or company vehicle, whichever...
  • Page 74 Your emission control system warranty covers components whose failure would increase an engine’s emission, including electronic controls, fuel injection system, carburetor, the ignition system, catalytic converter, or any other system utilized in this vehicle to control emission if it is originally equipped. Also included may be hoses, connectors and other emission-related assemblies.
  • Page 75 No dealer is authorized to modify this Emission Control System Warranty. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact BAJA MOTORSPORTS at 888-863-2252...
  • Page 76 Baja, INC. P.O. Box 61150 Phoenix, AZ. 85082 Tel: 602-443-9180 Toll Free: 888-863-2252...

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