DAELIM DAYSTAR - User manual

OM41-0205-02E
󳥎󳥎HEAD OFFICE(FACTORY)
#58, SUNG SAN-DONG, CHANG WON, KYUNGNAM, KOREA
TEL: [phone] / FAX: [phone]
(VL125L)
OWNER’’ S MANUAL

OPERATOR AND PASSENGER
This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and one passenger.
ON-ROAD USE
This motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road.
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL CAREFULLY
Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.
NOTE
Gives helpful information.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold or otherwise
transferred to a new owner or operator.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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SPECIFICATION...................................................................... 3
OPERATION INSTRUCTION............................................ 4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 4
PRIOR TO STARTING VEHICLE ........................................ 5
CORRECT ATTIRE ............................................................. 5
OPERATION........................................................................ 6
CARGO................................................................................ 6
MODIFICATION................................................................... 7
ATTACHMENT .................................................................... 7
MUFFLER ............................................................................ 7
PARTS LOCATION.............................................................. 8
METER READING AND USAGE................................... 10
METER .............................................................................. 10
TACHOMETER.................................................................. 10
INDICATOR LAMPS .......................................................... 11
FUEL GAUGE.................................................................... 11
SWITCH OPERATION...................................................... 12
MAIN SWITCH....................................................................12
HEADLIGHT·POSITION LAMP....................................... 12
ENGINE STOP SWITCH ................................................... 13
STARTER BUTTON .......................................................... 14
WINKER SWITCH ............................................................. 14
HORN BUTTON................................................................. 15
EQUIPMENT USAGE........................................................ 15
STEERING WHEEL LOCK ................................................ 15
TOOL BOX......................................................................... 16
FUEL.................................................................................. 16
CORRECT DRIVING OPERATION .............................. 17
STARTING THE ENGINE.................................................. 18
IF ENGINE CANNOT BE STARTED ................................. 19
GEAR SHIFTING ............................................................... 19
OPERATION...................................................................... 20
HOW TO USE BRAKE....................................................... 20
PARKING........................................................................... 21
SELF INSPECTIONS BEFORE OPERATION .......... 22
INSPECTION OF CONCERNED AREA ............................ 22
FUEL CHECK .................................................................... 22
BRAKES ............................................................................ 23
TIRES ................................................................................ 26
BATTERY .......................................................................... 27
THROTTLE GRIP .............................................................. 29
CLUTCH ............................................................................ 30
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CONTENTS
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DRIVE CHAIN................................................................... 31
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK............................................. 33
CHANGING ENGINE OIL .................................................. 33
LIGHTS AND WINKER ...................................................... 34
BACK MIRROR.................................................................. 34
LICENSE PLATE ............................................................... 34
MAINTENANCE.................................................................. 35
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............................................ 36
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS...................................... 38
FRAME AND ENGINE NUMBERS .................................... 38
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT ................................................. 39
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT............................................. 39
WHEEL REMOVAL............................................................ 40
BULB REPLACEMENT...................................................... 42
SPARK PLUG .................................................................... 44
FUSE REPLACEMENT ..................................................... 45
SIDE STAND ..................................................................... 46
CABLE RUBBER PART..................................................... 46
NOTABLES FOR CAR WASHING .................................... 46
STORAGE GUIDE ............................................................. 47
SAFE DRIVING....................................................................... 48
PREPARATION BEFORE DRIVING ............................ 48
DRIVING METHOD............................................................ 49
DRIVING POSITION...........................................................49
PRECAUTION WHEN DRIVING ....................................... 50
STARTING......................................................................... 51
TURNING METHOD .......................................................... 52
PRINCIPLE OF TURN ....................................................... 52
EFFECT OF SPEED.......................................................... 52
3 POSITIONS OF TURNING ............................................. 53
TURNING METHOD .......................................................... 54
PRECAUTION WHEN TURNING ...................................... 55
BRAKING METHOD.......................................................... 56
BASIC PRINCIPLE OF BRAKE(FRICTION FORCE) ........ 56
RESTRAINT OF BRAKE EFFECT (INERTIA).................. 56
BRAKING METHOD .......................................................... 57
COMPARISION OF BRAKING DISTANCE ........................57
IMPACT WHEN COLLISION ..............................................57
WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................... 58
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SPECIFICATION
LENGTH×WIDTH×HEIGHT(mm)
WHEEL BASE(mm)
GROUND CLEARANCE(mm)
SEAT HEIGHT(mm)
WEIGHT(kgf)
PASSENGER
ENGINE TYPE
PISTON DISPLACEMENT(cc)
BORE AND STROKE(mm)
STARTING SYSTEM
TRANSMISSION TYPE
2,240×860×1,140
1,505
135
720
147.5
2
OIL COOLED/AIR COOLED
4 STROKE 4VALVE
124.1
56.5×49.5
START MOTOR / KICK
5 STEPS RETURN
IGNITION SYSTEM
BATTERY CAPACITY
FUEL CAPACITY(ℓ)
C.D.I
12V 9AH
17.3
90 / 90 - 18
130 / 90 - 15
TELESCOPIC
SINGLE ARM
HYDRAULIC DISK
DRUM BRAKE
CR8EH-9
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ITEM DATA ITEM DATA
FR.
RR.
FR.
RR.
FR.
RR.
SPARK PLUG
FUSE(A)
TIRE SIZE
SUSPENSION
BRAKE
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This manual describes matters pertaining to correct operation,
safe operation and simple maintenance of the vehicle you
purchased.
To ensure more comfortable and safer operation,
make sure to read this manual carefully prior to operation.
●The photographs and drawings shown in this manual may
differ from those of actual vehicles due to changes in
vehicle specifications and modifications made.
●This vehicle is designed for 2 riders including the operator.
CAUTION
●Do not use polluted gasoline.
Using polluted gasoline will cause rust inside the fuel
tank, and will close the supply of fuel to the carburetor,
leading to an improper engine starting or may cause
serious damage to an engine.
●Do not use polluted or low-grade oil.
Always use genuine oil to protect and extend vehicle
performance and its life span.
●If any failure occurs due to the use of polluted gasoline
or oil, such failure will be excluded from being eligible
for repairs under the warranty.
●Careful driving and the wearing of proper attire and safety
equipment are the most important factors in the safe
operation of the daystar. Please obey traffic regulations and
do not be hurried and careless.
●Many new vehicle owners operate their newly purchased
vehicles with great care and attention to safety factors.
However, after becoming accustomed to the operations are
often discarded, which can lead to accidents. Please don't let
this happen to you and always approach the operation of
your vehicle with the safety considerations needed.
When operating the vehicle, always keep in mind and obey
the notes of precaution printed on the“Safety Precaution
Label”attached to the vehicle.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
●Always wear helmet.
●Wear the safety goggles
●Drive safety
●Pay attention to get burnt as the muffler can get very
hot.
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●Read user's manual carefully.
●Conduct maintenance checks prior to operation.
●Always maintain vehicle in clean status and carry out
specified maintenance checks.
●Make sure to stop engine and stay away from fire when
fueling.
●Exhaust gas contains harmful substance such as carbon
monoxide, Start engine in well-ventilated places.
●Always make sure to wear helmet for safety. Wear gloves
and safety goggles.
●Do not wear uniforms which might hinder operation. It is
dangerous if the uniform is caught by brake lever, clutch
lever or by the rotating part of drive chain.
●Do not wear slippers which might obstruct brake operation or
transmission gear operation.
●Many automobile / motorcycle accidents happen because the
automobile driver does not “see” the motorcyclist.
Make yourself conspicuous to help avoid the accident that
wasn’t your fault :
- Wear bright or reflective clothing.
- Don’t ride in another motorist’s “blind spot”.
A helmet should always be
worn and the helmet chin
strap should be securely
fastened.
Correct shirts or jackets with
tight-fitting sleeves should be
worn,
Shoes should fit properly, and shoes having little or
no heel should be worn.
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PRIOR TO STARTING VEHICLE
CORRECT ATTIRE
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●When carrying cargo, you must keep in mind that operating
the vehicle, especially when turning, will be different.
●Make sure not to overload the vehicle with goods as this can
make the vehicle unstable during operation.
●Operators should naturally fix bodies to keep smooth driving.
●Please check whether or not you are unnaturally strained and
strung up.
●Driving pose has a great influence on safe operation.
Please always maintain the center of your body in the middle
of seat. Especially do not sit at the rear seat because it may
lessen the weight of front wheel and cause trembling steering
wheel.
●A passenger should hold on to the motorcycle or the operator
with both hands and keep both feet on the pillion step bar.
●When wanting to turn, slightly lean to body toward the
direction of the turn. It is unsafe if the body is not moved in
union with the motorcycle.
●Curvy roads and poor, unpaved roads constantly change in
surface quality. Driving on these roads can be unsafe if
certain safety precautions are not followed.
●In order to safely drive through these driving conditions,
anticipate coming road conditions, slow down to at least half
the normal speed, and relax your shoulders and wrists while
securely holding the handles.
●Driving with one or both hands not holding the handles or
the front wheel lifted can cause severe injury or death of the
driver resulted from the turnover of the vehicle.
OPERATION CARGO
CAUTION
●Only load cargo in or on designated areas as placing or
fastening cargo to other areas can cause damage to the
motorcycle.
●Do not place articles between the frame body cover and
engine as this can burn the goods.
●Do not attach large or heavy items (such as a sleeping
bag or tent) to the handle bars or fork. Unstable
handling or slow steering response may result.
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●Pay particular attention to fellow passenger so that he/she
can prevent getting burnt by the hot muffler during travel.
●Modification of vehicle structure or function deteriorates
manipulatability or causes exhaust noise to become louder
shortening the vehicle life. These modifications are not only
prohibited by law but also are the acts harmful to other
people. Modifications are not covered by warranty.
MODIFICATION
ATTACHMENT
MUFFLER
CAUTION
●Do not park in the place where many pedestrians are
passing through. Pedestrians or children can be burned
by contacting with the muffler.
●Fellow passenger care must pay enough attention not to
be burn by contacting with the muffler.
●If haystack or vinyl is stuck to the muffler, fire can be
occurred.
●Except designated attachment by DAELIM MOTOR CO.,
LTD., don’t attach any extra lighting device, because it may
cause an early discharging of battery.
●Carefully inspect the accessory to make sure it does not
obscure any lights, reduce ground clearance and banking
angle, or limit suspension travel, steering travel or control
operation.
●Do not add electrical equipment that will exceed the
motorcycle’s electrical system capacity. A blown fuse could
cause a dangerous loss of lights or engine power.
●This motorcycle was not designed to pull a sidecar or trailer.
Handling may be seriously impaired if so equipped.
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PARTS LOCATION
TOOL BOX
PILLION STEP BAR BATTERY/FUSE
KICK STARTER
FUEL TANK CAP
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
STEERING HANDLE LOCK
FRONT BRAKE LEVER
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CLUTCH LEVER
RADIATOR
FUEL COCK
GEAR CHANGE PEDAL
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
MAIN STAND
SIDE STAND PILLION STEP BAR
PARTS LOCATION
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<SPEEDOMETER>
Indicates speed in km/h during travel.
Maintain legal speed limits to ensure safe
operation.
<ODOMETER>
Indicates total operating distance in km.
<TRIP METER>
Indicates travel distance from the point
the meter is reset to “0”. To reset meter,
turn the trip meter knob to the direction of
arrow.
Indicates engine rpm.
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METER READING AND USAGE
METER TACHOMETER
SPEEDOMETER ODOMETER
TRIP METER
TRIP METER KNOB
CAUTION
●Make sure, during travel, the tach-
ometer needle cannot be entered
danger zone(red zone) due to
excessive engine running.
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<HEADLIGHT HIGH-BEAM INDICATOR>
Turned on when the headlight is in high-
beam position.
<NEUTRAL INDICATOR>
Turned on when the main switch is in
“ON” position and transmission gear in
neutral position.
<WINKER INDICATOR>
Blinks when turn signal is flashing.
Indicates amount of gasoline in fuel tank.
If needle is within E mark(red zone),
immediately fill gasoline.
●Fuel Capacity:17.3ℓ
●Reserve fuel capacity:2.9ℓ
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INDICATOR LAMPS FUEL GAUGE
●Pay particular attention because
idle engine running or abrupt
acceleration in the 1st or 2nd gear
may cause the tachometer needle to
be in the danger zone(red zone).
Danger zone means the engine
revolution limit and, if engine is
run beyond this danger limit,
engine will be damaged.
WINKER
INDICATOR
FUEL GAUGE
HEAD LIGHT HIGH-BEAM
INDICATOR
NEUTRAL
INDICATOR
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Main switch is used to turn on or turn off
engine.
<TURNING ON HEADLIGHT>
Put main switch key in “ON” position and
turn on headlight switch.
●Position lamp advises approaching
vehicle of the motor cycle position when
operating after sunset. In addition, when
the motor cycle is stopped at night or at
an intersection, the position lamp advises
other vehicles of the motorcycle
existence without blinding operators.
<HEADLIGHT HIGH OR LOW BEAM OPERATION>
High beam or low beam can be operated
by the use of high/low beam switch.
(HI)... Headlight placed on high beam
(LO)... Headlight placed on low beam
SWITCH OPERATION
MAIN SWITCH HEADLIGHT·POSITION LAMP
CAUTION
●Do not manipulate main switch key
during operation. If the main switch
key is placed on“Off”or“Lock”
position, all electrical system will
not function. Never operate the
main switch key during travel as it
might cause unexpected accidents,
If it is necessary to remove the
main switch key, stop the vehicle
first prior to removing.
●Prior to dismounting from the
vehicle, make sure to lock the
steering wheel and remove key.
●If the key is left in “ON” position
without starting engine, battery is
discharged.
●Do not use a number of keys
together with a metal key holder.
The keys and the key holder may
cause scratches or other damage to
the cover while operating the
vehicle.(Recommend cloth or
leather key holders)
Switch position
(H)
(P)
Switch position
Headlight, position lamp
and taillight turned on
Position lamp and
taillight turned on.
Light turned off
MAIN SWITCH
Starts engine. Used
to operate vehicle
during day or night
time, to operate
horn, winker, brake
lights or head
lights.
Cannot be
removed
ON
OFF Can be
removed
Stops engine. Cuts
off all electrical
circuits.
Key
position Function Key removal
( )
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This switch is the device for immediate
engine stop by hand in any emergencies.
In normal condition, make sure its position
“ ”(RUN), and do not use on the position
of “ ”(OFF).
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ENGINE STOP SWITCH
CAUTION
●Use this engine stop switch in
emergencies.
●When this engine stop switch
changes as “ ”(RUN)󳥕“ ”
(OFF)󳥕“ ”(RUN) during travel,
engine cannot operate properly and
also it causes unsafety riding.
Make sure the engine can be
damaged by this kind of misuse.
●When you make engine stop by this
switch, the main switch must be in
“ ”(OFF) position. If the key is
left in “ON” position without
starting engine, battery is dis-
charged.
●If this switch is left in “ ”(OFF)
position, engine cannot be started.
ENGINE STOP SWITCH
HEADLIGHT HIGH/LOW
BEAM SWITCH
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
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Starter motor runs while this button is
pressed to start engine.
Use winker switch when you turn to left or
right, or when you change course of travel.
<HOW TO USE>
If this switch is turned on when the main
switch is in “ON” status, turn signal is
brinking.
To release, turn signal operation, press the
winker switch.
󳫻(R) .... Turn to right
󳫺(L) .... Turn to left
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STARTER BUTTON WINKER SWITCH
CAUTION
●Using light-bulbs with wrong watts
may cause malfunction to the
winker switches. Always use light-
bulbs with prescribed watts.
●The winker switch does not auto-
matically turn back to its original
position after completing the turn.
Please set the switch back to its
center position after turning.
Driving the vehicle with the light on
may hinder traffic.
STARTER
BUTTON
WINKER
SWITCH
CAUTION
●Do not run starter motor continu-
ously. Because the starter motor
consumes great amount of power,
continuous running of starter motor
might cause battery to exhausted.
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If horn button is pressed when main switch
is in “ON” position, horn is sounded
To prevent theft, lock steering wheel when
parking the vehicle.
<HOW TO LOCK>
1. Turn the steering wheel to left
completely.
2. Insert main switch key.
3. Turn the key 180°to the right.
If the steering wheel cannot be locked,
move the steering wheel slightly to right
and left while turning the key.
4. Remove the key.
<HOW TO RELEASE>
1. Insert main switch key.
2. Turn the key 180°to the left.
3. Remove key.
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Caution
●To make sure steering wheel is
locked properly, lightly turn
steering wheel to left and right and
right and verify lock.
●Park the vehicle in places free of
traffic.
●Prior to operation, turn the steering
wheel to left and right to verify if
turning angles of left and rights are
equal.
HORN BUTTON
STEERING WHEEL
LOCK
EQUIPMENT USAGE
STEERING WHEEL LOCKHORN BUTTON
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There is a tool box inside the right front
side cover. Safeguard tools inside the tool
box.
<HOW TO USE>
Use main switch key to open or close the
tool box cover.
<REFULELING>
●Open key cover ; insert main switch key
; turn key to right and fuel tank cap is
opened.
●Fill gasoline up the bottom of level plate
located at the lower side of tank mouth.
●Push the tank cap correctly with hands
and remove the main switch key. (If the
fuel tank cap is not locked, the main
switch key will not be removed)
FUEL CAPACITY : 17.3ℓ
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TOOL BOX FUEL
CAUTION
●Make sure to stop engine and stay
away from fire when fueling.
●If gasoline is filled aboved the level
plate bottom, gasoline may
overflow.
TOOL BOX
KEY COVER
FUEL TANK CAP
MAIN SWITCH KEY
CAUTION
●Put tools inside the tool box,
and lock it with O-ring as noise
might occur while the vehicle is
moving
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<FUEL COOK>
The fuel cock lever arrow indicates the
status of fuel.
●ON....Gasoline is injected to carburetor
when engine is started.
●OFF....Lever is placed on this position
when vehicle is stored for a long
period of time or when fuel
system is inspected or
maintained.
●RES....Indicates reserve fuel. If fuel
runs out while driving with the
fuel cock lever placed in the
“ON” position, put the lever in
“RES” position to use reserve
gasoline.
●RES....Replenish gasoline as soon as
possible at this time. After
refueling, turn lever to “ON”
position.
Reserve fuel capacity:
Approximately 2.9 liter
●Make sure to check the oil, gasoline,
etc., before starting the engine.
●Please ensure that the main stand and
the side stand is in a up-position when
starting the engine.
●Make sure that the front wheel is locked
when starting the engine.
●Drive with care for both safety reasons
and longer vehicle life.
●For 1month(or 1,000km) after purc-
hasing the vehicle, drive moderately
avoiding fast starts and fast acceleration.
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CAUTION
●If the lever is not turned to “ON”
reserve fuel runs out during travel
and vehicle cannot be operated.
CORRECT DRIVING OPERATION
ON OFF RES
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<WHEN ENGINE IS COLD(WINTER)>
1. Verify the steering weel lock is released.
2. Make sure engine stop switch is in “ ”
(RUN) position
3. Make sure fuel cock lever is in “ON”
position.
4. Turn on main switch.
5. Put gear in neutral.
(Verify this with neutral indicator lamp)
6. Open choke lever all the way.
7. open throttle grip approximately 1/8 and
press starter button.
8. Once engine is started, pull and release
throttle grip repeatedly to run engine
idle until engine is heated, and close
choke lever completely. If engine
warming up takes time, run engine idle
with the choke lever slightly closed.
9. Verify side stand is positively in
original position and start slowly.
<WHEN ENGINE IS HOT(SUMMER)>
1. Verify the steering wheel lock is released.
2. Make sure engine stop switch is in “ ”
(RUN) position.
3. Make sure fuel cock lever is in “ON”
position.
4. Turn on main switch.
5. Put gear in neutral.(Verify this with
neutral indicator lamp)
6. Close throttle grip and press starter
button. (If engine is not started with 1-2
times of trial, verify fuel cock lever is in
“ON” position)
7. If engine is not started with throttle grip
closed, open throttle grip approximately
1/8 to 1/4 and press starter button.
8. Verify side stand is positively in
original position and start slowly.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
CHOKE LEVER
1/4
1/8
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