CMSI Inc. Chicago 250cc User manual

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Chicago 250cc Owners Manual
QJ250-H

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Introduction
We sincerely wish to thank you for purchasing your Flying Tiger Chicago
Motorcycle. Based on advanced technological design, we have
manufactured a high quality motorcycle which will provide you with both
a safe and comfortable ride.
This user’s manual describes how to ride the motorcycle, and do basic
repairs and maintenance. Before you actually ride your motorcycle
however, please take the time to read this manual completely. Your
motorcycle will provide you with the best performance and longest life if
you carefully follow the instructions on the following pages.
Please note the following:
1. This motorcycle can accommodate one driver and one passenger only.
2. This motorcycle is best suited for use on paved roads.
3. The “Running-in” period is very important to your motorcycle. Run-in
the motorcycle correctly so that it will give you the best performance
and longest engine life.
4. Read this manual in detail, and pay special attention to the following:
Warning: Concerns rider safety, negligence of which may cause serious
injury or death.
Be Careful: Concerns operation of the motorcycle, how to avoid
damaging the bike.
Attention: Providing more detailed information on the item or
topic.
This user’s manual should be treated as a permanent document of the
motorcycle. It should be given to the new owner if the bike is sold.
At CMSI we have always believed in “customer satisfaction”, so we
have continuously improved the quality and performance of our
motorcycles. This may result in slight differences in appearance, color
and structure in your bike from what is described in this manual.

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Table of Contents
SafetyIssues 3
OperatingControls 4
Run-inSchedule 11
Pre-RideInspection 12
RidingBasics 13
StartingtheEngine 13
Maintenanceschedule 15
Specifications 16
ElectricalCircuitry 17
WarrantyStatement 18
Safety Issues:
Rules for Safe Riding:
1. Check the motorcycle before riding, insuring there are no damaged
parts.
2. The driver must have a valid driver’s license. Never let any person
who does not have a driver’s license ride the bike.
3. To be safe around other cars;
A. Wear brightly colored clothes to attract the attention of other
drivers.
B. Do not ride too close to other vehicles.
4. Obey all traffic rules.
5. Accidents are often caused by speeding, so keep your speed within
postedlimits.
6. Always use the turn signals when turning or changing lanes.
7. When riding in wet conditions, reduce speed and brake earlier.

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8. Always ride with both hands on the handlebars. It is extremely
dangerous to drive with one hand. The passenger should hold on firmly
to the safety handle or the driver’s body, and have both feet on the
footrests.
Clothing:
1. Always wear a helmet.
2. Dress comfortably and wear bright colors.
3. Sleeves should be buttoned up to avoid accidentally getting caught on
the brake handles.
4. Wear proper footwear, eg. boots to prevent exhaust pipe burns.
Handling:
If the vehicle handles abnorma1ly with luggage, please note:
1. Maximum load for rear luggage box: 3 kg.
2. Maximum load for luggage compartment: 10 kg.
3. For safety sake, do not over-load.
5. Accidents are often caused by speeding, so keep your speed within
postedlimits.
6.Always use the turn signals when turning or changing lanes.
7. When riding in wet conditions, reduce speed and brake earlier.
8. Always ride with both hands on the handlebars. It is extremely
dangerous to drive with one hand. The passenger should hold on firmly
to the safety handle or the driver’s body with both feet on the
footrests.
Operating Controls
Instruments & Controls:
1. Clutch Lever 4. Right Handle Switches
2. Left Handle Switches 5. Throttle Control
3. Speedometer 6. Front Brake Lever
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7. Rear Brake Pedal 10. Gear Shift Lever
8. Steering Lock 11. Fuel Petcock
9.Ignition Switch 12. Center stand

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Ignition Switch
OFF Ignition off. Engine cannot be started. Key can be withdrawn.
ON Ignition on. The engine will start. Key cannot be withdrawn.
Left Handlebar Controls:
1. Clutch Lever: Pull in the clutch lever to disengage the engine from
the rear wheel.
Instrumentation
1. Speedometer: Indicates the travelling speed in Km/hour & mph .
2. Odometer: This is used to record distance travelled in Km.
3. Trip Odometer Reset: The trip odometer may be reset to zero.
4. Trip Odometer
5. Neutral Indicator: Illuminates when in neutral gear.
6.Turn signal lights: Illuminate when the turn signals are active.
7. High beam indicator: Indicates the headlight high beam is active.
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Main Components

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2. High / Low Beam Switch: Low beam is used in city areas or
with other vehicles approaching from the opposite direction, so as not
to affect the vision of the other drivers.
High beam is used to see further ahead when there are no
other motorists in the vicinity.
3. Turn Signal Switch: Push switch to “  “ position, left turn signal
is “on”. Push switch to “  “ position, right turn signal is “on”. To
cancel, push in the switch button.
Attention:
Signal your turns well in advance, and always remember to cancel
your turn signals afterwards.
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4. Passing Light Switch: Use to signal the vehicle ahead that you wish
to pass.
5. Horn Button: Press down on the button to sound the horn.
6. Choke lever: Use the choke when starting a cold engine.
Right Handlebar Controls:
1. Ignition Kill Switch: When the switch is in the position,the engine
will run. When the switch is in the position, power is removed
from the ignition circuit and the engine will immediately stop.
2. Light Switch:All motorcycle lights are on whenever the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
3. Start Switch: Pressing this button when the ignition is on, will apply
power to the electric start motor.
4. Front Brake Lever: Pulling this lever will apply the front brake.
5. Throttle Control: Rolling this handle towards you will apply an
increasing amount of throttle to the engine. Releasing the control will
close the throttle.
6. Brake Light Switch: Whenever either the front or rear brake is
applied, the rear brake light will illuminate.
7. Fuel Petcock: PRI (Closed) position. When the fuel petcock is in the
PRI position there is no fuel flow to the engine. Whenever the bike is
parked, switch the petcock to the PRI position.
ON (Open) position. When the fuel petcock is in the ON position, fuel
is able to flow to the engine.
RES (Reserve) position. When the fuel petcock is in the RES position,
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Res
the last 1.6 liters of fuel is available. Keep the fuel petcock in the ON
position during normal riding & switch to RES only if needed. This will
ensure that the reserve will be available when it is needed.
8. Gas Cap: To open the gas cap, insert the gas cap key into the lock in
the gas cap & turn the key clockwise. To lock the gas cap, position the
lock correctly and pres the cap down until you hear a locking sound.
Then remove the
key.
Warning:
Do not overfill the
gas tank when
refuelling. Do not
splash gasoline on
the hot engine or
allow any source of
ignitionanywhere
near the
motorcycle.Also ensure that the engine is off prior to refuelling.
9. Rear Brake Pedal: Pressing the
rear brake pedal will illuminate the
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10. Steering Lock: To engage the steering
lock, first turn the handle bars to the
extreme left. Then insert the key into the
steering lock & turn it clockwise &
remove the key.
11. Gear Shift Lever: Your motorcycle is equipped with a 5 speed
transmission. The gears are operated this way. The gear shift lever is
pressed down firmly with the front of your foot. This will have one of
two effects. It will either change from neutral to 1st gear, or it will
drop the transmission into a lower gear. For example, if you are in
second gear and squeeze the clutch lever and press the gear shift
lever down, you will change into 1st gear. If you are in 5th gear &
press the lever down, you will change into 4th gear. The reverse is
also true. If you raise the shift lever you will switch into a higher gear.
Note that neutral gear is located midway between 1st and 2nd gear.
Caution:
Whenever the neutral light is on,
release the clutch slowly to confirm
that the transmission really is in
neutral gear.
12. Rear Shock Absorber Settings
The stiffness of the rear shock
aborber can be adjusted to five
different levels. The stiffness should
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riding on rough roads. Place the motorcycle on it’s stand and turn the
adjustment ring to change the setting.
Warning:
Always keep the left and right rear shock absorbers adjusted to equal
settings. Unequal settings could make the motorcycle unstable.
13. Helmet Lock
Insert your key into the lock & turn the key clockwise. The hook will
open to allow you to attach your helmet. Then remove the key to secure
the lock.
14. Fuel and Oil Requirements
Fuel: Your motorcycle will perform best when the highest octane
gasoline is used. This means 90 octane or better should be
used.
Oil: Use SAE 10W-40 oil in the engine. Use SF grade oil or
better.
15. Run-In
It has aready been mentioned in the introduction, but it’s worth
repeating.Your motorcycle will give you the longest most trouble-free
service if you follow the run-in procedure. The following is a speed
guide to help you through the run-in period.
Distance 1st Gear, 2nd Gear, 3rd Gear, 4th Gear, 5th Gear
0 - 300 10Km/h 24 30 35 40
300 - 600 15 30 35 40 45
600 - 1000 15 30 40 45 50
1000-1500 15 35 45 50 60
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frequently and top up the level if required. The oil will not require
changing before 5000 Kms or one year.
16. Pre-Ride Inspection
This is a list of common points to inspect prior to each ride.
Steering:
The handle bars should moove smoothly & with full travel from side to
side. The steering should not feel too tight or too loose.
Brakes:
The brake pedal & lever should have full travel & not feel “spongy” or
loose. There should be no cracks or cuts in the hydraulic hoses.
Wheels & Tires:
The tires should be properly inflated & there should be no physical
damage to either the tread or the side walls. The tires should have
sufficient tread depth.
Fuel:
There should be sufficient fuel for the trip.
Indicator Lights:
Check the function of the high beam, neutral gear, and turn signal
indicatorlights.
Horn & Brake Switch:
Check for normal operation.
Engine Oil:
Check for correct levels.
Throttle Control:
Make sure the cables operate smoothly with no gaps & return to the
idle position when released.
Clutch:
The clutch should engage smoothly & gradually. There should not be
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Rear Chain:
The rear chain should have the correct tension & be sufficiently
lubricated.
Battery Electrolyte:
Check the electrolyte level and add water as needed.
17. Riding Basics
Caution
Never run a vehicle inside a room that is not well ventilated.
Never leave the motorcycle running unattended.
Never let the motorcycle idle for extended periods of time.
Engine Starting Procedure
Turn the fuel petcock so that it is pointing down. Insert the key and
turn it clockwise to the ON position. If the transmission is in neutral,
then the green indicator lamp will light. Keeping the transmission in
neutral gear, hold in the clutch and start the engine.
Cold Engine Starting Procedure
Apply full choke to the engine by moving the choke lever to the left.
Start the engine. As soon as the engine starts, move the choke lever to
the mid position.Allow the engine warm up briefly, removing all choke
as soon as the engine ia able to run reliably.
Warm Engine Starting Procedure
Open the throttle about 1/ 8th to 1/4 of full throttle. Start the engine
and release the throttle. Do not use the choke to start a warm engine.
Accelerating From a Stop
With the clutch lever completely pulled in, step on the gear shift lever
once to shift from neutral to first gear. Then slowly increase the
throttle setting while gradually releasing the clutch lever. The
motorcycle should begin to move slowly and gently forward.
Caution
Be sure the side stand is in the retracted position before riding your
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Gear Selection
Choose the appropriate gear to maintain a moderate engine RPM for
the riding conditions. Gear down when travelling uphill to maintain
RPM and prevent lugging the engine. Be sure to change gears quickly
to maintain speed uphill. Gear down when travelling downhill to
prevent overheating the brakes. Choose the right gear so that the
engine RPMs are not too high or too low.
Brake Application
When stopping the motorcycle, first close the throttle control. Shift to a
lower gear to reduce your speed. Apply the front and rear brakes
equally. Just before the motorcycle comes to a complete stop, squeeze
the clutch lever & shift into neutral gear. Look for the neutral light to
confirm you are in neutral. Always use both front & rear brakes to
maintain control of the motorcycle while stopping in the shortest
distance.
Caution
Use caution when riding in wet conditions.Apply the brakes very
gently to avoid losing control. Maintain suitable spacing from other
vehicles around you while applying the brakes early to give yourself
sufficient time to stop.
Parking
The motorcycle should be parked on flat level ground away from other
traffic. If the motorcycle must be parked on a slope, leave the bike in
1st gear to prevent it from rolling. Remember to return to neutral gear
before starting the motorcycle again. Turn the ignition to the OFF
position, and turn the fuel petcock to the PRI position. Finally, lock the
steering to prevent theft.

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Maintenance Checks
The following is a list of the recommended service intervals. When the
12000 Km reading is reached, then continue maintenance starting again at
the 3000 Km interval. The maintenance interval may be repeated more
often if the motorcycle is ridden in dusty or severe driving conditions.
C - CLEAN, I - INSPECT, R - REPLACE,A-ADJUST
300 1000 3000 6000 9000 12000
Air filter C C C C R C
Fuelfilter I R I I
fuelline I I I
oil filter R R R R R
engineoil R R R R R
valveclearance I I A A
brake system I I I I I
brakelinings I I I
brake switch A A A
brakefluid I I I I I
transmission oil R R R
carburetoridle A A A A A A
carburetordeceleration I I I I
throttlefunction I I
throttlefreeplay A A
cooling system I I I
sparkplug C R R
steeringbearings I
generalfasteners I I
suspension system I I I
wheels & tires I I I I I
rearchaintension I A
headlightalignment I A I I
Note
6000 Kms or 6 months, whichever occurs first
9000 Kms or 12 months, whichever occurs first
12000Kmsor 18 months, whichever occurs first
Replace brake fluid every 2 years.
Rear chain, check, clean & adjust every year.

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Specifications
Length 2235mm ( 7’ 4” )
Width 622 mm ( 24.5” )
Height 1308mm ( 4’ 3.5” )
Wheelbase 1499mm ( 4’11” )
Seat Height 699 mm ( 27.5” )
Weight 140 Kg
Engine Oil Capacity 1 Liter
Fuel Capacity 9.0 Liters
Reserve Capacity 1.6 Liters
Best Fuel Economy 2.4 Liters / 100 Kms
Seating Capacity 2
Engine 2 Cylinder 4 stroke air-cooled
Bore X Stroke 49 X 66 mm
Displacement 233 CCs
Compression 9.4 : 1
Rated Power 11.0 Kw/15 HP @ 7500 RPM
Torque 16 N.m @ 6000 RPM
IgnitionType Electronic
Start Type Kick / Electric
Clutch Type Wet/ Multiplate
Brake (Front) Disc
Brake (Rear) Drum
Idle Speed 1500 RPM
Gear Ratios 1st 2.624
2nd 1.684
3rd 1.260
4th 1.000
5th 0.821
Electrical System 12Volt

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Warranty
TERMS USED IN THIS WARRANTY SECTION
The terms listed below have the following meaning in this section.
CMSI, Inc. the manufacturer of Flying Tiger products in the US, a
Washington corporation located at 8146 304th Ave SE, Preston, WA
98050,Internethttp://www.cmsiinc.com
Motorcycle
Atwowheeled motorized scooter.
AuthorizedDealer
Adealer within the United States, Canada, or Mexico authorized to sell
vehiclesdistributedbyCMSI.
FirstPurchaser
Theoriginalbuyer of a new vehiclefromanAuthorizedTN’G Dealer.
WARRANTYRESPONSIBILITY
TheDistributor
CMSI, Inc.
To repair or replace , at its option, any part which is proven to be defective
inmaterialorfactoryworkmanship under normal use for the applicable
warrantyperiod.
•Therepairor replacement of defective parts under thislimited
warranty must be made by anAuthorized Flying Tiger Dealer or
service center. Warranty repairs will be made at no charge to
youforparts or labor.
•Partsrepaired or replaced underwarrantyare warranted only
duringthebalance of the applicable warrantyperiod.
TheAuthorizedDealer
To give you complete warranty documentation when you pick up you
motorcycle.

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To perform warranty repairs on any FlyingTiger product that qualifies for
suchrepairs.
The selling dealer shall sign theAcceptance Certificate and a Card of
Deliveryupondelivery of the motorcycle.
•This Card of Delivery outlines the steps your dealer has taken to
fulfillhis responsibility to properly assemble and service your new
FlyingTigerMotorcycleand inform you of proper break-in,
warrantyand service.
You,theFlyingTigerOwner
To maintain your FlyingTiger motorcycle according to the Service
Couponsinthismanual.
•KeeptheAcceptanceCertificate and the Service Coupons for
futurereference.
•Serviceinspectionsand replacements in accordance with the
timeandmileage intervals given in the Maintenance Scheduleare
essential. The Maintenance Schedule in this manual assumes
you will use your motorcycle only as intended.
•You are responsible for paying all maintenance costs, including
serviceinterval costs.
•Yourwarrantycoverage will not be voided if youchoosetoperform
themaintenanceyourself.
• Failureswhichoccurduetoimpropermaintenanceasdeterminedby
CMSIarenotcoveredunderthiswarranty.
Your FlyingTiger dealer is your best source for scheduled maintenance
onyourFlyingTigerproduct.
Regardlessofwho performs your maintenance,ifwarranty repairs are
needed,yourFlyingTigerdealermayaskyoufordocumentationwhich
may consist of one or more of the following:
•AMaintenanceRecord showing the odometer mileage and
service date. Each entry should be signed or stamped by a
person who is qualified to service your motorcycle or yourself if
youhave performedthemaintenance.
•Copiesofrepair orders or otherreceiptsfor required maintenance
thatincludetheodometermileageandservice date.
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Warranty Time Period
Warranty Time Period for 50cc and above
scooter models, ATVs and motorcycles.
Coverage Begins
The date the motorcycle is delivered to the first retail purchaser.
Warranty
CMSI shall repair or replace, at its option, any part (including parts of the
emissioncontrol system)that isfound defectivein materialorworkmanship
undernormalusefortheapplicabletimeperiod.
PartsorLabor
No charge to you.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS &
EXCLUSIONS
Disclaimer of Consequential Damage & Limitation of Implied
Warranties
CMSI is not responsible for:
•Loss of time
•Lossofuseofvehicle
•Transportationexpenses (rental and /ortowing)
•Anyotherincidentalorconsequentialdamage