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WARNING
• READ ALL WARNINGS AND ASSEMBLY/USE INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE
SCOOTER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
• SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow the instructions in this manual.
• Maximum loading: 225 lbs. (102 kg).
• ALWAYS wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved motorcycle helmet
when operating this scooter.
• This scooter is designed to hold only the driver. NEVER carry a passenger on the scooter.
• THIS SCOOTER HAS A 4-STROKE ENGINE AND REQUIRES UNLEADED 87 OCTANE OR
HIGHER GASOLINE, WITHOUT METHANOL ADDITIVES.
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- Page 1 WARNING • READ ALL WARNINGS AND ASSEMBLY/USE INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE SCOOTER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow the instructions in this manual. • Maximum loading: 225 lbs. (102 kg). •...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..................1 Specifications ..................1 Vehicle Record..................1 Safety Precautions................1-3 Features ...................4-5 Description of Features ...............6 Key, Ignition Switch and Steering Lock and Seat Lock....6 Engine Stop Switch and Starter Button.........6 Headlight and Turn Signal ............6 Throttle..................7 Helmet Storage Hook ..............7 Brakes ...................7 Kick Starter..................7 Side Stand..................7... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions, continued WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. • DO NOT attempt to ride the scooter until you have read and understood the purpose and operation of all the controls described in this manual. - Page 5 Safety Precautions, continued WEAR A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET • Most serious motorcycle injuries and fatalities are due to head injuries. ALWAYS wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved motorcycle helmet when riding the scooter. Look for labels from the Safety Helmet Council of America, the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) or the Snell Memorial Foundation.
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Page 6: Features
Features Headlight Seat Luggage Rack Seat Lock (left side) Fuel Cap and Storage Compartment (under seat) Muffler Battery/Fuse Compartment Engine Oil Cap and Dipstick Engine Oil Drain Plug Center Stand Rear View Mirror Rear View Mirror CONTROLS Engine Stop Switch High Beam Low Beam Throttle... - Page 7 Features, continued Instrumentation Right Turn Signal Left Turn Signal Key and Ignition Switch Helmet Storage Hook VIN Badge Tail Light Left Turn Signal Right Turn Signal License Plate Bracket VIN Access Plate LEFT SIDE OF SCOOTER Air Filter Housing Kickstarter Transmission Oil Cap Transmission Drain Plug Rear Drum Brake Adjustment Nut...
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Page 8: Description Of Features
Description of Features KEY, IGNITION SWITCH, STEERING LOCK AND SEAT LOCK • Your scooter comes with two keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place in case one key is lost. The key can be duplicated if necessary. • The key turns the scooter on and off, engages the steering lock and opens the seat/storage compartment. NOTE: DO NOT turn the key in the ignition while the scooter is in motion. -
Page 9: Throttle
Description of Features, continued THROTTLE (RIGHT HANDLEBAR GRIP) • ACCELERATE: Twist the throttle toward you. • DECELERATE: Twist the throttle away from you or loosen your grip and the throttle will automatically return to the idle position. HELMET STORAGE HOOK •... -
Page 10: Before Every Ride
Before Every Ride For your safety and to keep the scooter in good working order, ALWAYS perform the following checklist before every ride. If you find any damaged or worn parts, DO NOT use the scooter. Contact your dealer for repairs. CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL •... -
Page 11: Automatic Choke
Starting the Scooter, continued AUTOMATIC CHOKE NOTE: Your new scooter is equipped with an automatic choke. There is no manual choke and in average temperatures there is no need to apply the throttle while starting. KICK START • In an effort to preserve your new battery life and reduce wear to the new starter during the break-in period, it is recommended that you kick start the scooter for the first 10-15 rides. -
Page 12: Breaking In The Scooter
Breaking In the Scooter • In an effort to preserve your new battery life and reduce wear to the new starter during the break-in period, it is recommended that you kick start the scooter for the first 10-15 rides. • ALWAYS allow the engine to warm up for 2 to 3 minutes before driving. •... -
Page 13: Routine Care And Maintenance
Routine Care and Maintenance WARNING • When performing routine maintenance on the scooter, NEVER start or run the engine in an enclosed area, even if the doors and/or windows are open. ALWAYS start and operate the scooter outdoors. • Allow the engine, muffler and other hot parts to cool before touching. •... -
Page 14: Front And Rear Brake Adjustment
Routine Care and Maintenance, continued REAR DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT • Test the rear brake lever free play. Apply light pressure to the left brake lever until you feel the Pivot Pin Pivot Pin brake engage. There should be very little free play Brake Brake between the “at rest”... -
Page 15: Adding Engine Oil
Routine Care and Maintenance, continued CAUTION • Always allow the engine to cool before performing any routine maintenance. When hot, scooter parts can cause severe burns. ADDING ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK • Oil should be checked every 300 miles (480 kilometers). •... -
Page 16: Battery Maintenance
Routine Care and Maintenance, continued BATTERY MAINTENANCE • The battery is sealed and does not require electrolyte replacement. • To help preserve the life of the battery, use the kick starter method to start your scooter for short trips (see page 9). •... -
Page 17: Replacing The Fuse
Routine Care and Maintenance, continued REPLACING THE FUSE Fuse Case • If the electrical system is not working properly, a fuse may have blown. • Turn the ignition OFF • Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the battery door found in the floor board. -
Page 18: Cleaning
Routine Care and Maintenance, continued CLEANING Keep your scooter clean so it will look good and perform well. Before washing, remove the contents of the storage compartment. WARNING • DO NOT allow water to come in contact with the ignition, battery, fuse compartment or other electrical parts. •... -
Page 19: Professional Maintenance Schedule
Professional Maintenance Schedule Contact your dealer for all inspections, repairs and major routine maintenance of the follwing items at the recommended intervals. Failure to follow the maintenance schedule voids all warranties. Initial 200 miles 600 miles At 2,500 miles (4,000 km) At 5,000 miles (8,000 km) Item (320 km) -
Page 20: Limited Warranty
In addition, Pacific Cycle, at its option, may authorize any Schwinn Motor Scooter dealer to repair or replace the defective part, for no labor charge, for up to one year from the date of original purchase. - Page 21 (b) Owner must present a copy of the proof of initial retail purchase date, issued at the time of purchase to an authorized SCHWINN motorcycle dealer at the time warranty repairs are performed on the motorcycle. You may also be required to show...
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Page 22: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe your dealer could improve, or if you believe the dealer may not be providing a level of service to your full benefit, you may contact SCHWINN directly. - Page 23 affect performance...
- Page 24 The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your 50cc scooters emissions control systems. If such a replacement part is used in the maintenance or repair of your 50cc scooters, and an authorized dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for repair to bring your 50cc scooters into compliance with applicable standard may be denied.
- Page 25 Manufactured for Pacific Cycle, Inc. (A Division of Dorel Industries) Pacific Cycle, Inc., 4902 Hammersley Road, Madison, WI 53711 ©2008 Pacific Cycle, Inc. Made in China Printed 2008 • • Schwinn ® is a registered trade mark of Pacific Cycle, Inc. www.schwinnmotorsports.com...
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