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AVANTIS 49cc Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Parts: www.cart.avantispowersports.com...
  • Page 2 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Parts: www.cart.avantispowersports.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Table of Contents Topic Page Safety Guidelines - Definitions General Precautions Additional Warnings Pre-Ride Checklist Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting (gas scooter) Parts Specifications Troubleshooting (electric scooter) Limited Warranty WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING.

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Safety Guidelines - Definitions This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect YOUR SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. The following symbols help you recognize this information.

  • Page 5: General Precautions

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter General Precautions WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN ALSO RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND/OR OTHER PROPERTY. Read and follow all instructions in this Owner's/Operator's manual, any accompanying supplements, and the Engine Owner's Manual before attempting to operate this vehicle.

  • Page 6: Additional Warnings

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Additional Warnings Protective Clothing/Equipment Most accident fatalities are due to preventable head injuries. Always wear a properly fitting motorcycle type helmet approved by agencies such as the Department of Transportation (DOT), Safety Helmet Council of America (SHCA), or Snell Memorial Foundation (SNELL).
  • Page 7 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Additional Warnings (cont’d) Traffic Safety (cont’d) Never use this vehicle to transport a passenger, materials or equipment, or animals. Excessive vehicle speed is a leading cause of accidents, which can cause death or serious harm to you, other people, and/or property.
  • Page 8 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Additional Warnings (cont’d) Engine/Motor Safety Keep the engine/motor free of dirt and debris, especially in the throttle linkage area. Never start the engine/motor without checking to see that the throttle control is in the idle position and that the parking brake is set.
  • Page 9 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Additional Warnings (cont’d) Fueling Check the fuel supply before each use. Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Always allow at least 1" of expansion space at the top of the fuel tank. There should not be any fuel in the filler neck.

  • Page 10: Nhtsa Safety Notice

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Additional Warnings (cont’d) Maintenance (cont’d) Store this vehicle in a place where gasoline fumes cannot reach an open flame, spark, or other source of ignition. Drain the fuel tank in a cool well-ventilated area prior to any long-term storage. Never store this vehicle in close proximity to appliances such as hot water heaters or furnaces.

  • Page 11: Pre-Ride Checklist

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Pre-Ride Checklist WARNING! ALWAYS PERFORM THE ENTIRE PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST BEFORE USING THE VBEHICLE AS THIS CAN HELP YOU SPOT PROBLEMS THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH SAFE VEHICLE OPERATION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS ENTIRE CHECKLIST BEFORE EVERY RIDE CAN CAUSE DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE TO YOURSELF AND/OR OTHERS.
  • Page 12 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Pre-Ride Checklist (cont’d) Before Starting the Engine/Motor 1 Engine oil level a Check for leaks. b Tighten filler cap securely. c Add oil if required. 2 Fuel level a Add fuel as necessary. b Do not overfill (no fuel in the filler neck).
  • Page 13 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Pre-Ride Checklist (cont’d) Before Starting the Engine/Motor (cont’d) 6 Throttle a Check for smooth operation. Make sure throttle "snaps" back to idle. b Check for frayed cable or damaged cable housing. Replace damaged cable.
  • Page 14 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Pre-Ride Checklist (cont’d) Before Starting the Engine/Motor (cont’d) 13 Guards a Check all guards converting all rotating parts, including the clutch. b Tighten loose guards. Replace worn or damaged guards as necessary. After Starting the Engine/Motor 1 Stop switch Perform stop switch test.

  • Page 15: Operation

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Operation Starting the Engine (Gas) WARNING! ALWAYS RETRACT THE SIDE STAND PRIOR TO STARTING THE VEHICLE. If the engine is cold: Balance the scooter on its center stand (1) with the side stand (2) fully retracted.

  • Page 16: Driving Safely

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) Starting the Motor (Electric) WARNING! ALWAYS RETRACT THE SIDE STAND PRIOR TO STARTING THE VEHICLE. To start an electric scooter, balance it on its center stand (1) with the side stand fully retracted. Squeeze the rear brake lever and flip the motor stop switch to RUN.

  • Page 17: Stopping The Vehicle

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Operation (cont’d) Shutting off the engine/motor Always shut off the engine/motor by turning the ignition switch to OFF. Note: The emergency stop switch will shut off the engine, however leaving the ignition switch in the RUN position could drain the battery.

  • Page 18: Ignition Switch

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) Ignition Switch The main ignition switch contains three positions: ON (2): The engine can start; the key (1) cannot be removed. OFF (3): This position shuts off the engine and allows you to remove the key.
  • Page 19 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Operation (cont’d) Right brake/ switch assembly Headlight switch (1): The headlight must always be on while the vehicle is in operation. Slide the middle switch to the left position (2) to turn on the headlight taillight, speedometer lamp, and special parking lamps.
  • Page 20 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) Kickstarter Use the kickstarter to start the engine if the battery is drained. Once started, leave the engine running until the battery recharges sufficiently to restart the scooter. This option is not available on electric-powered scooters.

  • Page 21: Instrument Panel

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Operation (cont’d) Instrument panel Speedometer (1): Indicates the current driving speed in both km/h and mph. High beam indication lamp (2): Illuminates when the high beam is selected. Turn signal lamp (3): Indicates that the turn signal is activated.

  • Page 22: Fuel Tank

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Operation (cont’d) Fuel tank Lift the gas cap’s protective cover (1) and insert the ignition key into the lock. Turn the key and the gas cap (2) clockwise to remove the fuel cap. To reinstall the fuel cap, line the bulge of the cap with the groove in the fuel tank.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Maintenance Transmission oil To change the transmission fluid (gas scooters only), place a catch basin under the rear of the transmission case, unscrew the drain plug (1) from the transmission, and allow the old oil to drain completely.

  • Page 24: Brake Adjustment

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Maintenance (cont’d) Brake Adjustment (cont’d) Make sure that the groove on the adjusting nut (1) is aimed at the rod pin (2). This secures the adjusting nut. Always test the brakes after any adjustment.

  • Page 25: Spark Plug

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Maintenance (cont’d) Lights Check for proper operation. Replace as needed with bulbs of correct wattage. Spark Plug Replace every 2,500 miles. Clean and re-gap to 0.24”- 0.28” (.6-.7mm) as needed. Steering Move the handlebar forward and backward. If loose, have a qualified technician repair it immediately.

  • Page 26: Maintenance Schedule

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Maintenance (cont’d) Maintenance Schedule Following the maintenance schedule will prolong your scooter’s life and help ensure trouble-free operation. Interval (miles) Initial Ongoing System Comments Transmission oil 80W90 gear oil Crankcase oil Change oil/clean filter Spark plug Inspect &...
  • Page 27 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Maintenance (cont’d) Battery (gas scooter) Your scooter uses a sealed, maintenance- free lead acid battery rated GT5l-VS 4AH. Charging new batteries: Fill the battery with the acid in the pre-packed bottles and allow to rest for 30 minutes prior to sealing the battery.
  • Page 28 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Maintenance (cont’d) Battery (electric scooter) To access the batteries, remove the fasteners securing the scooter’s left and right side panels, floor panel, and the panel beneath the seat. Remove the body panels being careful not to damage them.
  • Page 29 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Maintenance (cont’d) Battery (electric scooter - cont’d) Remove the fasteners securing the battery restraining bracket. Remove the bracket. Disconnect the battery terminals (positive first, then negative). Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter. To charge the batteries, locate the charging receptacle inside the rear storage compartment.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting (Gas Scooter)

    AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Troubleshooting (gas scooter) Hard/No Starting Fuel supply system: Check fuel supply for water. Check petcock for blockage.* Check for air-intake leakage. Check for excessive fuel in cylinder: remove spark plug to discharge. Check air filter for blockage: clean element.
  • Page 31 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Parts Order all replacement parts from your dealer. Take this manual and all supplements to the dealer when ordering or picking up parts in person. You may also order spare parts directly from the factory by calling (909) 591- 2292.
  • Page 32 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com Owner’s Manual Specifications Dimensions/Weights Dimensions (LxWxH) 66”x26”x42” Wheelbase 47” Min. ground clearance 3.25” Tire size 10x3 Net weight 192 lbs Carrying capacity 200 lbs Maximum speed 29mph/35mph Engine (4-stroke gas) Type air-cooled 4-stroke horizontal Bore x stroke 39x41.4mm...
  • Page 33 AVANTIS POWER SPORTS www.avantispowersports.com 49cc Scooter Specifications (cont’d) Motor (electric) Rated power 750W Rated current Rated voltage Working efficiency >72% Battery Sealed lead-acid Battery capacity 12V 17AH (x4) Troubleshooting (electric scooter) Scooter does not start: Charge or replace batteries. Reconnect battery terminals.
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