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Crucial safety advice for new ATV owners.
Key safety rules to prevent injury or death.
Guidelines on protective gear, speed, and terrain.
Information on fuel handling, exhaust, and operating risks.
Identifies key parts of the ATV through diagrams.
Locating and recording VIN, key, and model label.
Explains the main switch, indicator lights, and handlebar controls.
Details operation of throttle, clutch, brake controls, and parking brake.
Covers shift pedal, fuel controls, starter, seat, and suspension.
Lists essential checks before riding for safety.
Guidance on checking brake fluid, fuel, oil, coolant, and tires.
Procedures for starting cold and warm engines, including warming up.
Explains shifting gears, starting out, and accelerating.
How to slow down, stop, and break in the new engine.
Proper parking procedures and guidelines for carrying cargo.
Essential techniques for new operators.
Emphasizes training, careful riding, and skill development.
Advice on riding on various terrains and performing maneuvers safely.
Techniques for climbing, descending, and crossing hills safely.
Riding through water and over rough terrain, and sliding/skidding.
Routine checks and lubrication intervals for various components.
Procedures for checking and changing engine oil and filter.
Inspecting brake fluid, pads, levers, and pedals.
Checking, adjusting, and lubricating the drive chain.
Procedures for wheel removal, installation, and tire checks.
Step-by-step guide for washing and drying the ATV.
Steps to prepare the ATV for storage to prevent deterioration.
Overall size, weight, and engine configuration.
Details on engine oil, fuel, carburetor, and spark plug.
Information on frame, tires, brakes, suspension, and electrical systems.
Federal law prohibits altering noise control systems.
A chart to record maintenance intervals, dates, and dealer information.
Details on what the warranty covers and specific exclusions.
FAQs about warranty and how to contact customer service.
Explains the advantages of extended service plans for your ATV.
General| Transmission | 5-speed; wet multiplate clutch |
|---|---|
| Front Brakes | Dual hydraulic disc |
| Rear Brakes | Hydraulic disc |
| Wheelbase | 50.4 in |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.6 gal |
| Length | 72.4 in |
| Width | 46.1 in |
| Seat Height | 31.9 in |
| Bore x Stroke | 95mm x 63.4mm |
| Final Drive | Sealed O-ring chain |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone; 9.1-in travel |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminum swingarm; 10.6-in travel |
| Front Tires | 21x7-10 |
| Rear Tires | 20x10-9 |
| Engine Type | 449cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke; DOHC, 5-valve |
