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  • Page 1 User´s manual BLATA MOTARD 125 BXM BLATA ENDURO 125 BXE...
  • Page 3 Manual anytime without any prior no- tification or undertaking any obligations whatsoever. The Blata, s.r.o. company shall not be held responsible for any damages or injuries caused by failure to follow the in- structions contained herein.
  • Page 4 WELCOME Dear customer, we are delighted that you have decided to pur- chase the BLATA Enduro 125 / Motard 125 motorcycle. This Manual will introduce you to the controls of this vehicle. Please read the Manual carefully, BEFORE YOU START YOUR MOTORCYCLE FOR THE FIRST TIME.

  • Page 5: Some Facts About Safety

    SOME FACTS ABOUT SAFETY We are concerned with the safety of yourselves as well as others around you. The information highlighted in this Manual will warn you about po- tential risks encountered by yourselves or others around you. It is neither possible nor practical to warn you before all the risks associated with operation and maintenance of your motorcycle.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SOME FACTS ABOUT SAFETY MOTORCYCLE USE SAFETY 6 - 10 GENERAL DATA AND OPERATION 11 - 19 Motorcycle 11 - 12 Handlebars and controls Dashboard Dashboard unit functions Dashboard settings Controls 17 - 18 Seat CHECK BEFORE OPERATION 20 - 33 Before your first start Engine oil 21 - 22...
  • Page 7 CONTENTS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 42 - 70 Cleaning and conservation 42 - 43 Temporarily out of operation Tools Maintenance instructions Maintenance safety Maintenance plan 48 - 49 Fuel system Throttle grip Air cleaner 52 - 53 Crankcase ventilation Spark plug Engine oil Oil cleaner insert Idle run Drive chain...

  • Page 8: Motorcycle Use Safety

    MOTORCYCLE USE SAFETY Please mind your safety and keep your motorcycle in sound condition. You will be able to enjoy the motorcycle and its riding properties. It is necessary that you wear suitable protection when riding. This Manual can provide you with many useful hints to help you avoid potential risks.
  • Page 9 Use only genuine Blata parts. If your motorcycle has fallen or been through an accident, ask your Blata dealer to check the main vehicle, even though you might be able to perform some repairs on your own.
  • Page 10 MOTORCYCLE USE SAFETY Maximum permissible load: Your motorcycle has been designed to carry on rider and one passenger. When riding with a passenger, you may feel the dif- ference when accelerating or braking. However, if your tyres and brakes are kept in sound condition, you can benefit from the full permissible load of the vehicle as prescribed.

  • Page 11: Accessories And Modifications

    We strongly recommend the exclusive use of original Blata ac- cessories only, certified and tested for this motorcycle model. As the Blata company is unable to test all the other accessories, these shall be selected, installed and used at your own risk.
  • Page 12 Any service operations and complex maintenance operations shall be dedicated to an authorised BLATA service centre equipped with special tools and professionally trained person- nel.

  • Page 13: General Data And Operation

    MOTORCYCLE Handlebars and control features Ignition switch box Fuel tank cap Engine identification number Gear lever Rider’s footsteps Medical kit and manual storage compartment Tools Passenger’s handlebars Passenger’s footsteps Side stand...
  • Page 14 MOTORCYCLE Rear brake fluid tank Seat lock Rear brake pedal Oil level check loophole (sight oil gauge) Oil refill cap Front brake fluid reservoir Fuses Vehicle identification number (VIN)

  • Page 15: Handlebars And Controls

    HANDLEBARS AND CONTROL FEATURES Ignition switch box Dashboard Lighting controls Starter and ignition controls Clutch lever Front brake lever Throttle grip Rear view mirrors...

  • Page 16: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD Left turn signal indicator light Right turn signal indicator light Warning indicator for fuel reserve High beam control indicator Neutral indicator Graphic revolution indicator Optional function (selected with the 36 button) Speedometer Right button - MODE Left button – SET / RESET When the ignition is of, the display will show clock only.

  • Page 17: Dashboard Unit Functions

    DASHBOARD FUNCTIONS The right button (36) can be used to switch between functions of the dashboard. TT - displays the total operation time - the value always is never reset - can not be displayed when riding RT - displays one ride duration - can not be displayed when riding TRIP 1 - displays distance covered within one ride TRIP 2 - displays distance covered within one ride...

  • Page 18: Dashboard Settings

    DASHBOARD SETTINGS With the ignition switched on (see the following page) hold both buttons (36 and 37) on the dashboard depressed. The left but- ton (37) serves for setting the value and the right one (36) is used for position shift. I.

  • Page 19: Controls

    CONTROLS Ignition switched OFF Ignition switched ON This action also activates all the electrical cir- cuits including the position lights and registra- tion plate lights. NOTE: Do not leave the ignition on unnecessa- rily as that may result in battery discharge Handlebars lock - turn the handlebars to the limit position, - push the key inside switch box and release...
  • Page 20 CONTROLS Turn signal lights switch Shift to the left: left turn signal Shift to the right: right turn signal Press down in the centre position: switching off High / low beam switch Horn button Headlamp flasher...

  • Page 21: Seat

    SEAT Turn the seat lock to the right, follow the diagram. Lift the seat (approx. 10 cm; 3,9 in) and shift it rearwards. The seat covers the compartment with the supplied tool kit (A) and stowage space for the medical kit and Manual (B). Install the seat following the above procedure in reversed order.

  • Page 22: Check Before Operation

    - Wheel rims and spokes - Condition of tyres, tyre pressure and tread depth - Lighting and controls - Accessories and load In case of any ambiguities or problems contact your Blata dealer. CAUTION WARNING Any check-ups before ride shall...

  • Page 23: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL The engine oil level shall be checked before every ride. Set the motorcycle in vertical position (not onto the side stand) on a an even and straight surfa- ce. Check the oil level in the oil level gauge (15) for proper posi- tion between the minimum and maximum limits.

  • Page 24: Fuel

    FUEL Check the fuel volume before every ride, top up if required. NOTE: Never use lead-based fuels, which will damage the catalytic converter. Never use up the entire volume of fuel in the tank. Such action may result in damages to the engine or catalytic converter. Set the motorcycle on its side stand on an even and straight surface and switch the ignition off.
  • Page 25 FUEL If the yellow fuel reserve indicator lights up, the remaining volume of fuel in the tank will be equal to 0,6 litres. Tank capacity: 9 litres (9,5 US qt, 7,9 lmp qt) Fuel: unleaded petrol with the minimum octane rating of 95 (RON) Recomended maximum fuel level in tank.

  • Page 26: Clutch Lever

    Tighten the locking nut and re- check the play of clutch lever. Re-install the clutch lever dus- ters. NOTE: If you get beyond the working line of the adjusting screw, the clutch must be adjusted or repaired by Blata authorised service centre only.

  • Page 27: Throttle Grip

    If this procedure renders no success, do not ride the vehicle and ask you Blata dealer for advice. Re-install the duster on adjusting screw. Check the play of the throttle grip.
  • Page 28 THROTTLE GRIP If the play is too loose, adjust it. Slide the duster off the acceler- ator cable adjusting screw. Turn the adjusting screw to set the play of throttle grip. Tighten the locking nut and re- check the play of throttle grip. Re-install the duster onto ad- justing screw.

  • Page 29: Brakes

    Check the front and rear brakes for proper functioning. If you identify a sudden change in play, flexible resistance or fading of the brake lever or pedal, cancel your ride and ask your Blata dealer for advice. WARNING...
  • Page 30 For your own safety, have any works on the braking system conducted by an authorised Blata service. Check the whole braking system for its sound condition and possible signs of damage or leakage. In case of any defects found seek assistance of your Blata dealer.

  • Page 31: Wheels

    WHEELS Check the condition of rims, spokes and spoke tension before every ride. Check the rims and spokes for possible damage or bends. Use a screwdriver to run over spokes slightly. In case of spo- ke making different sound to others, have these adjusted immediately.
  • Page 32 WHEELS Tyre pressure: Motard rider only rider and passenger front 190 kPa 210 kPa rear 210 kPa 230 kPa Enduro rider only rider and passenger front 180 kPa 190 kPa rear 190 kPa 200 kPa Tread depth shall be mea- sured at the tyre centre.

  • Page 33: Drive Chain

    Chain slack: 25 - 35 mm (1 - 1.4 in) Adjust the chain slack, if needed (see the Maintenance chapter) or ask your Blata dealer for as- sistance. Pull the chain at the rearmost part of the driven sprock- et.

  • Page 34: Accessories And Load

    ACCESSORIES AND LOAD NOTE: For your own safety, use only the accessories certified or re- commended by the Blata company. Check the condition and fixing of the load or accessories before every ride. Keep the load distributed evenly. Heavy loads should be placed as low as possible.

  • Page 35: Lighting And Controls

    Blata dealer for assistance. NOTE: Adjustment of headlights shall always comply with local laws and regulations (str. 60). Ask you Blata dealer for advice. Sit on the motorcycle and check, adjust if required, the sight in rear mirrors.

  • Page 36: Motorcycle Operation

    FIRST RIDE Before you set off to your first ride, read the following important advice and cautions. Before you start the engine, make sure you have completed all the above pre-ride check-ups. Remember that the engine needs running in. For the first thou- sand kilometres, follow the instructions regarding the maximum speed as outlined below: gear - max.
  • Page 37 FIRST RIDE The exhaust gases contain highly poisonous carbon oxide. This gas is colourless and odourless and it may cause consciousne- ss loss or even death when inhaled. Never let the engine run within a closed area. WARNING Never leave the engine running inside a closed area.

  • Page 38: Side Stand

    SIDE STAND NOTE: For the sake of your own sa- fety, never sit on the motor- cycle when parked on the side stand. Always keep the stand leaned onto a solid and straight surface. If you need to park the motor- cycle in a slope, set it facing the gradient and leave the gear engaged.

  • Page 39: Starting

    STARTING NOTE: When the side stand is deployed, the engine can be started, but you cannot drive away upon gear engagement. The engine will stop automatically. The engine can be started with neutral or clutch depressed only. Turn the key in the switch box to switch the ignition on.

  • Page 40: Ride And Gear Control

    RIDE AND GEAR CONTROL Drive away: Press the clutch lever. Step on the gear lever to shift it downwards (to 1 gear). Start returning the clutch lever with care and increasing the en- gine revolutions slightly. Once the clutch has engaged, accelerate.
  • Page 41 RIDE AND GEAR CONTROL NOTE: Make sure you use the complete engine revolutions range once the engine has warmed up. The speed limiter has been set to 11.000 rpm. Fuel volume: If the yellow indicator lights, the remaining fuel volume equals to the reserve only (approximately 0,6 litres).

  • Page 42: Braking

    BRAKING Check the brakes for proper functioning before every ride. Regular braking shall be done using both brakes - the pedal and the lever - simultaneously. When riding on road, give preference to the brake lever, i.e. the front brake. On the contrary when ri- ding off road, the pedal brake shall be used primarily.

  • Page 43: Riding With Passenger / Load

    RIDE WITH A PASSENGER / LOAD Remember that when carrying a passenger or load will affect the riding properties of your motorcycle. The difference with be evident when accelerating, braking and passing through turns. When carrying a passenger or load, never forget to adjust the tyre pressure (page 30).

  • Page 44: Maintenance Instructions

    CLEANING AND CONSERVATION Correct and regular cleaning and conservation treatment can help increase the life and safety of your motorcycle. When using the motorcycle off the road, you are recommended to clean the vehicle and apply conservation agents after every ride.

  • Page 45: Motorcycle Cleaning

    CLEANING AND CONSERVATION Motorcycle cleaning: Set your motorcycle on side stand, supported with straight and solid surface. This surface must remain solid even when soaked up with water. Let the engine and exhaust system cool down properly before cleaning. Rinse the motorcycle thoroughly with cold water to remove the coarse dirt particles.

  • Page 46: Temporarily Out Of Operation

    Blata ser- vice centre. Resuming the operation: Clean the motorcycle (page 42). Lubricate the drive chain (page 58). Install the fully charged battery (page 71). Treat the battery terminals with special grease.

  • Page 47: Tools

    TOOLS The compartment situated below the rear of motorcycle seat can be used for stowage of the tool kit provided. This tool kit shall be used for basic adjustments and emergency repair of your motorcycle. To ensure thorough and proper maintenance and service, use suitable workshop tools only.

  • Page 48: Maintenance Instructions

    When using the motorcycle mostly off the road, in dusty, muddy or wet environment, consult your Blata dealer for the option of more frequent service inspections and reduction of the regular maintenance intervals.

  • Page 49: Maintenance Safety

    Never use the motorcycle with any of its parts dismantled. If your motorcycle has fallen down or suffered an accident, ask your Blata dealer for inspection of the main motorcycle parts even thou- gh you are capable to perform some repairs independently.

  • Page 50: Maintenance Plan

    (especially those labelled with * and **) may require higher level of technical proficiency and tools. Those shall be consulted with your BLATA dealer. * To be repaired by an authorised BLATA dealer, unless the vehicle owner possesses proper tools and service informati on and mechanical proficiency required.
  • Page 51 MAINTENANCE PLAN Frequency What- Odometer reading (note 1) ever the x 1000 km sooner alterna- x 1000 mi tive months Item Fuel system Throttle grip Air cleaner Note 2 Crankcase ventilation Note 3 Spark plug Valve clearance Engine oil Oil cleaner liner Carburettor and idle run Second.

  • Page 52: Fuel System

    (C) Fuel tube If you find any of the parts out of order or showing signs of leaka- ge, have it replaced at an authorised Blata service. Re-fit the fuel tank to its initial position and tighten it using the 3 bolts provided.

  • Page 53: Throttle Grip

    ACCELERATOR GRIP Check the operation and play of the throttle grip (page 26). Set the play of accelerator grip (page 26). For coarse adjustment use the bottom part of cable at the car- burettor. Loosen the locking nut and turn the adjusting nut to set the play of the throttle.

  • Page 54: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER The air cleaner shall be treated and cleaned in regular intervals. If you ride in wet or dusty environment very often, clean this com- ponent more frequently. Remove the seat (page 19). Loosen the 2 screws on under seat cover.

  • Page 55: Crankcase Ventilation

    AIR CLEANER Loosen the nut and open the frame to remove the foam air filter. Use the foam filter cleaner to wash the air cleaner thorou- ghly. Use compressor to blow onto the air cleaner and let it dry out. Do not twist or pull the filter when drying.

  • Page 56: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG Disconnect the spark plug cap. Clean the spark plug vicinity, e.g. use compressed air. Uns- crew the spark plug using the socket wrench provided. The spark plug shall be chec- ked or replaced as indicated in the Maintenance Plan (page 49).

  • Page 57: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL Check the level of engine oil (page 21). Engine oil change: The engine oil changes must be performed in accordance with the Maintenance Plan (page 49). Let the engine warm up and then wait for 2-3 minutes. Unscrew the 4 bolts in the en- gine bottom cover and remove this cover.

  • Page 58: Oil Cleaner Insert

    OIL CLEANER INSERT The oil cleaner replacement must be performed in accordance with the Maintenance Plan (page 49), the best way to perform is concurrently with engine oil change. Drain the oil (page 55). Unscrew the 3 bolts on the oil cleaner cover and remove it.

  • Page 59: Idle Run

    Open the choke valve 2 - 3 times and re-check the idle run revolutions. NOTE: If you do not succeed in adjusting the idle run revolutions or if these are irregular, contact an authorised Blata service centre.

  • Page 60: Drive Chain

    DRIVE CHAIN Cleaning and lubrication: The chain must be subject to cleaning and lubrication every at least 1.000 km (800 miles) using a special cleaning agent and special oil designed for motorcycle drive chains. If the chain dries up within the interval, perform the cleaning and lubrication more frequently.

  • Page 61: Braking System

    Check the braking system (page 59). Depress the brake lever or pedal and check, whether the brake light turns on at the moment of brake engagement. If that is not the case, have this defect removed by an authorised Blata ser- vice centre.

  • Page 62: Headlight

    HEADLIGHT NOTE: Both the high and low beam cast by the main headlight can be adjusted independently. The adjustment procedure is identical for either beam. Set the main headlight to comply with the valid local laws and regulations. Set the motorcycle in vertical position on a flat surface.

  • Page 63: Side Stand

    With the side stand fully dep- loyed, the engine is supposed to stop. If the engine does not stops, the system has encountered a problem, which requires repair by an authorised Blata service centre.

  • Page 64: Suspension

    SUSPENSION We recommend you leave the assessment of suspension, shock absorbers and bearings to an authorised Blata service centre. Front suspension check: Check the front fork operation. Press the front brake and push the front fork down several times. Check the whole suspension mechanism for possible leakag- es, damages or loose fixation.
  • Page 65 Check the whole shock ab- sorber assembly for possible signs of leakage, damage or loose fixation. If your inspection reveals and defects, do not resume the motor- cycle operation and seek an authorised Blata service.

  • Page 66: Steering Head Bearings

    Grab the bottom part of front fork and move it forward and backwards. Check the steering stem for ver- tical movement. If your inspection reveals and defects, do not resume the motorcy- cle operation and seek an authorised Blata service centre.

  • Page 67: Bulb Replacement

    BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE: The ignition shall be switched off before bulb replacement. Never touch the globe glass with bare fingers. Use a dry and clean cloth to do so. We recommend you keep spare bulbs with you at all times. Remove the 3 bolts on front headlight cover, remove it and disconnect the position light ter-...
  • Page 68 BULB REPLACEMENT Low beam: Remove the 2 screw on bot- tom light. Remove the light and disconnect its terminal. Remove the rubber liner from headlight. Release the fixing spring hol- ding the bulb and remove the bulb. Bulb: H3 12 55W Lock the new bulb using the fixing spring and fit the rubber liner.
  • Page 69 BULB REPLACEMENT High beam: The high beam bulb is located in the upper light. Follow similar procedure when changing the bulb. Bulb: H3 12V 55W The headlight must be adjusted after installation (page 60). Once the bulbs have been re- placed, connect the position light terminal, fit the headlight cover and lock it using the 3...

  • Page 70: Fuse Replacement

    We recommend that you keep spare fuses with you at all times. In case of frequent fuse burns have the electric system checked by an authorised Blata service centre. Remove the 3 bolts out of the front right cover of fuel tank and remove this cover.

  • Page 71: Battery

    BATTERY WARNING WARNING The electrolyte may cause se- Never handle any open fire vere burns. When handling the in the battery proximity. Any battery, use protective clothes charging of the battery shall be and the face shield. conducted within well-ventilated premises only.

  • Page 72: Battery Maintenance

    If the voltage is lower, the battery shall be charged. When charging the battery, follow the instructions given by the battery and charger manufacturer. Ask your Blata dealer for information related to handling and charging of used batteries.

  • Page 73: Motorcycle Technical Data

    Bulb: position/low beam /high beam 12 V 5W / H3 12V 55W / H3 12V 55W Fuse: strong / weak 20 A / 10 A Battery 12 V - 6.5 Ah * The seat clearance can be adjusted higher by your Blata dealer...

  • Page 74: Final Summary

    - we recommend you to have the service and maintenance of your motorcycle performed by trainer personnel at an autho- rised Blata service centre - always wear the safety helmet, eye protection, suitable footwear and distinctive reflexive clothing...
  • Page 75 NOTES...
  • Page 76 Contact: Blata, s.r.o. Pražská 9 678 01, Blansko Czech Republic ver.: 1.02...

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