Coleman xt260 User manual

Provincial / Municipal governments have different regulations
pertaining to owning and operating an off-road vehicle, learn the
regulations in your area.
Always wear a helmet it
could save your life!
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Never allow anyone under the age of 16 to operate this ATV.
Read this manual thoroughly!
It contains important safety information.
MODEL: XT260
POWERSPORTS
Owner’s Manual
Model: XT260
Warranty/Safety/Operation/Maintenance.
Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before using this ATV for the rst
time

This manual is based on the latest product information available at the time
of publication. Coleman Motorsports has a policy of continually improving its products. Due
to improvements, or other changes, there may be some discrepancies. We reserve the right to
make product changes at any time, without notice and without incurring any obligation to make
the same or similar changes to vehicles previously built or sold.
Coleman Motorsports is concerned about the environment and believes in conserving and
protecting all natural resources. For this reason , owners should recycle, trade in, or dispose
as appropriate, batteries, oil and tires.
Congratulations on your purchase of a Coleman Motorsports ATV. This Owner’s/
Operator’s manual will provide you information regarding safe operation, operational
instructions, maintenance and care. Fully understanding this manual and following all of the
instructions herein will provide the knowledge needed to have safe and enjoyable ATV
operation.
For questions regarding operation and maintenance of this ATV, please call Coleman
Motorsports toll free 888-405-8725.
For safety information, call Coleman Motorsports 888-405-8725
This is a Category 16+ ATV. A Category 16+ ATV is a model ATV that is intended for use by
operators age 16 or older. Never allow anyone to operate this ATV who is under age 16 .
An ATV handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. A
collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning,
driving on hills and over obstacles.
To the Owner
Training course
Adults and children should take an ATV training course before operating an ATV for the rst
time. For a training course with an authorized instructor in your area contact your dealer or
call SVIA 1-800-887-2887
Safety - Notice to parents
Environment

Content
An ATV can be Hazardous to operate........................................................ 1
Understanding Warnings............................................................................. 4
Safety warning locations............................................................................. 6
Daily Pre-ride Inspection....................................................................................... 12
Operation Warnings.............................................................................................. 13
VIN# and engine number Location....................................................................... 30
Control and part functions.................................................................................... 31
Main switch................................................................................................... 31
Hazard light switch...................................................................................... 31
Engine start button...................................................................................... 31
Light switch................................................................................................. 32
Indicator light panel..................................................................................... 32
Throttle lever................................................................................................. 33
Front and Rear Brakes................................................................................. 34
Parking brake................................................................................................ 35
Brake uid level............................................................................................ 37
Transmission gear selctor........................................................................... 38
Engine coolant system................................................................................ 39
Coolant level........................................................................................ 39
Fuel&Oil system........................................................................................... 41
Fuel system......................................................................................... 42
Fuel valve................................................................................... 42
Fuel lter..................................................................................... 42
Oil system........................................................................................... 43
Checking the oil......................................................................... 43
Oil type........................................................................................ 43
4 wheel drive system.................................................................................... 44
Starting the engine................................................................................................ 46
Procedure for starting a cold engine.......................................................... 46
Vehicle break- in..................................................................................................... 47
Riding gear............................................................................................................. 48
Carrying loads....................................................................................................... 49
Important safeguards.................................................................................. 50
Riding..................................................................................................................... 51
Making turns................................................................................................. 52
Slippery surfaces.......................................................................................... 53
Traveling up hill............................................................................................ 54
Side hilling.................................................................................................... 55
Safety...................................................................................................................... 1
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................0

Traveling Downhill............................................................................................................ 56
Turning around on a hill................................................................................................... 57
Crossing streams............................................................................................................. 58
Trail obstacles.................................................................................................................. 60
Backing up........................................................................................................................ 61
Parking on an incline....................................................................................................... 62
CVT transmission System...........................................................................................................63
Adjusting........................................................................................................................... 64
Low range.......................................................................................................................... 65
High range......................................................................................................................... 65
Battery........................................................................................................................................... 66
Exhaust system........................................................................................................................... 69
Spark arrestor................................................................................................................... 69
Cleaning spark arrestor......................................................................................... 69
Maintenance................................................................................................................................. 70
Periodic maintenance schedule...................................................................................... 71
Periodic maintenance Record......................................................................................... 80
Handlebar adjustment...................................................................................................... 81
Wheel nut Torque specications..................................................................................... 82
Rear spring adjustment.................................................................................................... 83
Air lter service................................................................................................................. 83
Steering inspection...........................................................................................................84
Toe alignment check......................................................................................................... 84
Front brakes...................................................................................................................... 85
Rear and Auxiliary Brake................................................................................................. 86
Caruretor/Engine idle RPM Adjustment......................................................................... 87
Throttle cable free play adjustment................................................................................ 87
Spark plug......................................................................................................................... 88
Oil and Filter change........................................................................................................ 89
Transmission lubrication................................................................................................. 90
Transmission oil change procedure.................................................................... 91
Rear gearcase Lubrication.............................................................................................. 92
Oil change procedure............................................................................................ 92
Wheels/Tires..................................................................................................................... 93
Important safeguards............................................................................................ 93
Wheel installation.................................................................................................. 94
Tire inspection........................................................................................................ 94
Headlight lamp replacement............................................................................................ 95
Taillight /brake light lamp replacement........................................................................... 96
Indicator lamp replacement............................................................................................. 97
High beam Headlight adjustment.................................................................................... 97
Cleaning your ATV............................................................................................................ 98
Storage tips....................................................................................................................... 99
Transporting...................................................................................................................... 100
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 101
Tools............................................................................................................................................ 108
Specications.............................................................................................................................. 109
Wiring diagram.............................................................................................................................112

Coleman Motorsports LIMITED WARRANTY
This Warranty is NOT the Emissions Control Warranty
Please note this is a general Limited Warranty for this product. It IS NOT an Emissions
Control Warranty. Please see the Emissions Control Warranty in this manual.
The Warranty
Coleman Motorsports Inc offers the following warranty to the initial purchaser of this new
Coleman Motorsports product. The initial purchaser is dened as the rst person to
purchase a new Coleman Motorsports product from an Authorized Retailer of Coleman
Motorsports products.
The limited warranty period for this product is 90 days from the date of purchase shown on
the original sales receipt.
What is a Defect?
The Product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase shown on the sales receipt. During this
period of time Coleman Motorsports will, at its option, either repair or replace any original
Coleman Motorsports part which is covered by this warranty and is proven to be defective in
workmanship or material.
To qualify for this warranty the part:
1. Must have been purchase from Coleman Motorsports or from an authorized Coleman
Motorsports Retailer.
2. This warranty does not apply to any vehicle which is used in competition or used in a
manner not consistent with the normal and proper intended use for the vehicle. This vehicle
is not intended for rental or commercial use.
Who Can Perform Repairs Under this Warranty?
Repairs under this warranty should be performed by an authorized Coleman Motorsports
retailer or comparable servicing dealer.
How to get service under this warranty
To get warranty service call Coleman Motorsports at 888-405-8725 for the location of your
local servicing retailer / dealer. Please do not return the product to the retailer where the
product was purchased unless instructed to do so by Coleman Motorsports. The retailer of
this product does not make any warranty of its own and has no authority to implement this
warranty on behalf of Coleman Motorsports without the approval of Coleman Motorsports. A
COPY OF YOUR SALES RECEIPT IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
What this Warranty Does Not Cover
This warranty does not cover the following
1. Damage due to lack or improper maintenance as described in this manual.
2. Damage which is caused by normal use and not caused by a defect in materials or
workmanship.
3. Use of the product which is not consistent with the intended use as described in the
operating instructions.

4. Any expendable maintenance item which need replacement or service as part of normal
maintenance, unless such items have defects in material or workmanship which cause
failure or premature wear.
5. Any product which has been altered or modied in a manner not consistent with the
original design of the product or in a manner not approved by Coleman Motorsports.
6. Tires
7. Damage or failures due to abuse, neglect, or misuse of the product.
Limitations of this Warranty
This warranty does not cover and Coleman Motorsports disclaims any responsibility for:
1. Loss of time or loss of use of the product.
2. Transportation costs to and from the authorized center.
3. Other loss or damage to other equipment or personal items.
Length of Implied Warranties
Any implied warranties are limited to the duration set forth in this warranty. Coleman
Motorsports does not make any claim as to the merchantability or tness for a particular pur-
pose which would extend longer than the duration of this written warranty.
Check you State Laws as some State Laws do not allow limitations as to the duration of an
implied warranty. Some States may also not allow limitation or exclusions based on
incidental or consequential damages.

ANATVCANBEHAZARDOUSTOOPERATE. AnATV
handlesdifferentlyfromothervehiclesincluding motorcyclesand
cars.Acollision orrollovercanoccurquickly, even duringroutine
maneuverssuchasturning anddriving on hillsoroverobstacles,
if youfailtotakeproperprecautions.
SERIOUSINJURYORDEATH can resultif
you do not followtheseinstruction.
lRead thismanualand alllabelscarefullyand followthe
operatingproceduresdescribed.
lNeveroperateanATVwithoutproperinstruction.Takea
training course.Beginnersshouldreceivetraining froma
certified instructor.Contactan authorizedATVdealertofind
out about the training coursesnearest you.
lNeverallowanyone who isnot anadult tooperatethisATV.
lNeverpermitaguesttooperatethisATVunless theguest
hasread thismanualand all productlabels,andha
completed acertified training course.
lAlways avoidoperating an ATVon anypaved surfaces,
includingsidewalks, driveways, parking lotsand streets.
lNeveroperating an ATVwithout wearing an approved helmet
thatfitsproperly.You shouldalsoweareyeprotection
(gogglesorfaceshield),gloves,boots,long-sleevedshirtor
jacket, and long pants.
lNeverconsumealcoholordrugsbeforeorwhileoperating
thisATV.
lNeveroperateat excessivespeeds. Always travelat aspeed
whichisproperforthe terrain,visibilityand operating
conditions, and yourexperience.
lNeverattempt wheelies, jumpsorotherstunts.
lAlways inspectyourATVeachtineyou useit tomakesureit
isinsafeoperating condition,always followthe inspection
and maintenanceproceduresandschedulesdescribed inthis
manual.
lAlways keep bothhandson the handlebarsand bothfeeton
the footrestsof theATVduring operation.
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lAlways go slowlyand be extracarefulwhen operating on
unfamiliarterrain.Always bealerttochanging terrain
conditionswhen operating the ATV.
lNeveroperateon excessivelyrough,slipperyorlooseterrain.
lAlways followproperproceduresforturning asdescribed in
thismanual.Practiceturning atlowspeedsbeforeattempting
toturnat fasterspeeds. Donot turnat excessivespeed.
lAlways havetheATVcheckedbyan authorized dealerifit
hasbeen involved inanaccident.
lNeveroperateATVonhillstoo steep fortheATVorforyour
abilities.Practiceon smallerhillsbeforeattempting larger
hills.
lAlways followproperproceduresforclimbing hillsas
described inthismanual.Check the terraincarefullybefore
you startup anyhill.Neverclimbhillswithexcessively
slipperyorloosesurface.Shiftyourweightforward.Never
open throttlesuddenlyormakesudden gearchanges.Never
go overthe topof anyhillat highspeed.
lAlways followproperproceduresforgoing downhillsand for
braking on hillsasdescribedinthismanual.Check the terrain
carefullybeforeyou startdownanyhill.Shiftyourweight
backward.Nevergodownahill athigh speed.Avoidgoing
downahillat an anglewhichwouldcausethe vehicletolean
sharplytoone side.Gostraight downthe hillwherepossible.
lAlways followproperproceduresforcrossingthe side of ahill
asdescribed inthismanual.Avoidhillswithexcessively
slipperyorloosesurfaces.Shiftyourweighttothe upside of
the ATV.Neverattempttoturnthe ATVaround onanyhill
untilyouhavemastered the turningtechnique described in
thismanualon levelground.Avoidcrossingthe side ofa
steep hillif possible.
lAlways useproperproceduresifyoustall orrollbackwards
when climbing ahill.Toavoidstalling,maintainasteady
speed when climbing ahill.If you stallorrollbackwards,
followthespecialprocedureforbrakingdescribed inthis
manual.Dismountonthe uphillsideortoeitherside if pointed
straightuphill.TurntheATVaroundandremount, following
the proceduredescribed inthismanual.
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lAlways check forobstaclesbeforeoperating inanewarea.
Neverattempttooperateoverlargeobstacles,suchaslarge
rocks orfallen trees.Always followproperprocedureswhen
operatingoverobstaclesasdescribedinthismanual.
lAlways be carefulof skidding of sliding. Onslipperysurfaces,
suchasice,go slowlyand be verycautiousinordertoreduce
the chanceof skiddingorslidingout of control.
lAvoidoperating theATVthrough deep orfastflowing water.
Avoidwaterwhichexceedsthe recommended maximum
depth,goslowly,balanceyourweightcarefullyavoiding
sudden movements,maintainaslowand steadyforward
motion,donotmakesudden turnsorstops,and donotmake
sudden throttlechanges.
lWetbrakesmayhavereducedstoppingability.Testyour
brakesafterleavingwater.If necessaryapplythemlightly
severaltimestolet friction dryoutthe pads.
lAlways be surethereareno obstaclesorpeoplebehind you
when you operateinreverse.When itissafetoproceedin
reverse,go slowly.Avoidturning at sharpanglesinreverse.
lAlways usethe sizeandtype tiresspecified inthismanual.
Always maintainpropertirepressureasdescribed inthis
manual.
lNevermodifyan ATVthrough improperinstallation oruseof
accessories
lNeverexceed the stated loadcapacityforan ATV.Cargo
shouldbe properlydistributed andsecurelyattached.Reduce
speed and followinstructionsinthismanualforcarrying
cargo orpulling atrailer.Allowgreaterdistanceforbraking.
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2. UNDERSTANDING WARNINGS
ATTENTION:
Thisisan ADULTVEHICLEONLY:notatoy.READAND
OPERATION.
KNOWYOURVEHCLEBEFOREYOUBEGINGRIDING!
Read thismanualthoroughlyreferring tothe variousareaswhich
arebeingdiscussed on yourmachine.Operating thisvehicle
carrieswithitresponsibilitiesforyourpersonalsafety,thesafety
of others, and the protectionof ourenvironment.
NOTE: Illustrationsused inthismanualareforgeneral
representation only.Yourmodelmaydiffer.
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UNDERSTAND WARNINGSAND OWNER’SMANUALBEFORE

2. UNDERSTANDING WARNINGS
SAFETY ALERT
WARNINGSidentifyspecialinstructionsorprocedures
which,ifnotcorrectlyfollowed,couldresultinpersonal
injury,orloss oflife.Readall WARNINGSinthismanualcare
fully. Follow theirinstructionstoremainsafe.
The followingprecautionarysignalwordsareused throughout
thismanualtoconveythe followingmessages:
Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol. Whenyousee this
symbol onyourmachineorinthismanual,bealert
involved!
WARNING
Indicatesapotentialhazardwhichcouldresultin
severeinjuryordeath.
CAUTION
Indicatesapotentialhazardwhichmayresultin
minorpersonal injuryordamage tothe ATV.
CAUTION
Indicatesasituation thatcan resultindamage tothe
machine.
NOTETheword“NOTE”inthismanual will alertyouto
keyinformationorinstructions.
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othepo t ential forpersonal injury. Yoursafe ty

NOTE
Warning decalshavebeenplaced on thevehicleforyour
protection.Read and followthe instructionson eachdecal
carefully.Inthe eventanydecalbecomesillegibleorcomesoff,
contact yourdealerforareplacement.
NOTE: No.15 ONLY FOR 4WD
No.16 ONLY FOR 4WD
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3.SAFETY WARNING

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3.SAFETYWARNING
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3.SAFETYWARNING
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3.SAFETYWARNING
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16.
* ONLY FOR 4WD
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4. DAILY PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
WARNING
You must inspect your ATV each time before riding to ensure it is
in proper working order. If proper inspection is not done, severe
injury or death could result.
working order each time you ride.
Item/Inspection procedure
1. Tire-check condition and pressures.
3. All brakes-check operation, adjustment and fluid level
(includes auxiliary brake).
4. Throttle-check for free operation and closing.
5. Headlight / Taillight / Brake light-check operation of all
indicator lights and switches.
6. Engine stop switch-check for proper function.
7. Wheels-check for tightness of wheel nuts and axle nuts; check
that axle nuts are secured by cotter pins.
9. Steering-check for free operation noting any unusual
looseness in any area.
10.Loose parts-visually inspect vehicle for any damaged
components or loose nuts/bolts or fasteners.
11.Operators helmets, goggles and clothing.
12.Engine coolant check for proper level at the recovery bottle.
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Use the following checklist to verify your machine is in proper
2. Fuel tank-fill the fuel tank to its proper level.
8. Air cleaner element-check for dirt; clean or replace.

WARNING
POTENTIALHAZARD
OperatingthisATVwithout properinstruction.
WHATCANHAPPERN
The risk ofan accidentisgreatlyincreasedifoperatordoesnot
knowhowtooperatethe ATVproperlyindifferentsituationsand
on different typesof terrain.
HOWTOAVOIDTHEHAZARD
Beginningand inexperiencedoperatorsshouldcompletethe
described inthe Owner’sManual.
Formoreinformation aboutthe training course,contactan
authorizedATVdealer.
WARNING
POTENTIALHAZARD
Operating thisATVwithoutwearing an approved helmet, eye
protectionand protectiveclothing.
WHATCANHAPPERN
Operatingwithoutan approved helmet increasesyourchancesof
aseverehead injuryordeathinthe event of anaccident.
Operatingwithouteyeprotectioncanresultinan accidentand
HOWTOAVOIDTHEHAZARD
Always wearan approvedhelmet whichfitsproperly.
You shouldalsowear:eyeprotection(gogglesorfaceshield);
gloves; boots;long-sleeved shirt orjacket; andlong pants.
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5. OPERATION WARNINGS
certified training course.Theyshouldthen practice regularlytechniques
increasesyourchancesofasevereinjury.

5. OPERATION WARNINGS
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Carrying a passenger on this ATV.
WHAT CAN HAPPERN
Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this ATV.
Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and /or your
passenger.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never carry a passenger.
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