Hammerhead Off-Road SS250 User manual

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY,
IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Owner's Manual
Parts Manual
This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only.
USA only:
It does not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and in regards
to operation on public streets, roads, or highways is illegal.
FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY
MINIMUM
RECOMMENDED
OPERATOR AGE:
16
Dune Buggy
SS250 / GTS250

Hammerhead Off-Road Warranty Policy
Limited Warranty for Dune Buggies Only
Should warranty service be required on your unit during the warranty period, please contact your nearest
authorized dealer for repairs.
IMPORTANT!
ALL UNITS MUST BE REGISTERED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE OR WARRANTY IS VOID.
To register your product a copy of the Warranty Registration Card, Buyer Safety Agreement, and
sales receipt must be forwarded to Hammerhead Off-Road. Your dealer, with your assistance,
will complete and forward these items to Hammerhead Off-Road. A copy of the Warranty
Registration Card and Buyer Safety Agreement is attached. It is your responsibility to confirm
with your dealer within 14 days of purchase that your product has been registered. If you are
unable to confirm with your dealer within 14 days of purchase that your product has been
registered please contact Hammerhead Off-Road within 14 days of purchase or your warranty will
be void.
GENERAL WARRANTY POLICY
Labor Warranty is covered for the first 90 days (THREE MONTHS) from the end consumer’s date
of purchase. Most parts covered under your warranty, except for the frame and engine, are
covered for 30 or 90 days. Not all parts are covered. Contact your dealer for details or questions
about a specific part. Warranty Parts are covered according to the schedule below from the end
consumer’s date of purchase. All warranty paperwork must be received within 14 days of
repair.
WARRANTY PARTS COVERAGE
Warranty starts from the date of purchase by end consumer:
FRAME: 1 year
ENGINE: 180 days
CARBURETOR: 90 days
MUFFLER: 90 days
A-ARM, SPINDLES, AXLES: 90 days
ELECTRONICS: 90 days
BATTERY: 30 days
SPEAKERS: 30 days
SPEEDOMETER: 30 days
TIRES & WHEELS: 30 days
FENDERS: 30 days
BRAKES: 30 days
CLUTCH: 30 days
SEATS: 30 days
WHAT PARTS ARE NOT COVERED?
GENERAL EXCLUSION: The warranty does not cover consumable and normal wear and tear
items such as, but not limited to, throttle cables, brake cables, chains, bikini tops, fasteners, air
filters, brake pads, tires, oil changes, and/or problems occurring due to a lack of scheduled
maintenance or consumer abuse. Modification to the vehicle, including the use of performance
parts or non-original parts, will void the warranty in its entirety, unless express written approval
stating that the warranty will not be voided is obtained from Hammerhead. Defective parts are

subject to recall by Hammerhead Off-Road upon failure and are required to be held by the dealer
for 30 days from the time of the initial repair date.
The warranty does not cover damage or faults caused by misuse, negligence, alterations,
accidents or any abnormal use including the use of non genuine parts, renting or leasing,
competition or racing. This warranty does not cover loss of use of the unit or loss of time, or
inconvenience.
NOTICE:All warranties are voided if the vehicle has been altered for use in racing or
competition, rented, used under abnormal conditions, or subject to abuse, misuse, neglect or
improper maintenance. Hammerhead Off-Road is not liable for any damage claim or liability
claim, personal or otherwise resulting from operation of the vehicle in any way. All warranty parts
will be shipped using UPS or Fed Ex ground ONLY. If the warranty part needs to shipped 2nd day
air or shipped overnight, the ordering dealership will be responsible for all shipping fees.
NOTICE: Hammerhead Off-Road reserves the right to change product specifications, designs,
and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. These vehicles are not
designed or manufactured for racing or use on rental tracks, public streets, public roads,
highways, paved surfaces, or right-of-ways. Always wear an approved helmet and eye protection
when riding. Always secure loose clothing and long hair. Always utilize seatbelts. Please read
the operators manual before usage and go over the Buyer Safety Agreement.
FAQ’s:
1. FOR WHAT REASONS CAN MY WARRANTY CLAIM BE DISPUTED OR DENIED?
Warranty can be denied because of an out of warranty date, the unit was not a Hammerhead
Off-Road unit or the Warranty Registration Card was not submitted to Hammerhead Off-Road
within 14 days of purchase. The warranty does not apply to any part, which in opinion of
seller was defective because of improper maintenance, improper assembly, alterations,
abuse, negligence, or accident. The warranty does not cover loss of use of the seller vehicle,
loss of time, inconvenience, or any other consequential damage which includes, but is not
limited to, loss or damage to person or property or any expense of returning any damaged
units to the seller, distributor, or its authorized dealer. Also, see above.
2. DOES HAMMERHEAD OFF-ROAD OFFER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY?
No, Hammerhead Off-Road does not offer any type of extended warranty.
3. IS MY KART STILL UNDER WARRANTY IF IHAVE OWNED IT FOR 1YEAR BUT
PUT ONLY 6HOURS OF DRIVING TIME ON IT?
Warranty is base on the exact date of purchase, not based on how many hours it has been
used.

Hammerhead Off-Road Warranty Registration Form
Registration Terms & Conditions:
In order to activate the warranty, please follow the instructions below:
1) Make a copy of the Bill of Sale
2) Make a copy of Pre-Delivery Checklist
3) Make a copy of Buyer-Safety Agreement
4) Fill out warranty card and send with all above documents to:
Hammerhead Off-Road
Attn: Warranty Registration
1200 Lakeside Parkway Ste. 325
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Or, Fax to 214-513-1738
Or, ON-LINE at www.hammerheadoffroad.com under dealer’s only section
Hammerhead Off-Road Warranty Registration Card
(Must be sent in with a copy of sales receipt and Buyers Safety Agreement)
VIN# _____________________________________Model: ______________
Dealer Name: __________________________________________________
Dealer Address: ________________________________________________
City: _________________________ State: ________ Zip:_______________
Customer Name: ________________________________________________
Customer Address: ______________________________________________
Customer City: __________________ State: __________________________
Customer Phone: ________________ Email: _________________________
Date of Purchase: ______________________________________________
I Certify that all information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
I understand the exceptions and limitations of the warranty coverage.
Customer Signature:_________________________ Date: _______________

Hammerhead Buyers Safety Agreement (1/2)
- ______Always read the owner’s manual carefully before riding and follow the operating
procedures described in the owner’s manual.
- ______Pay close attention to all warnings contained in the manual and on all labels.
- ______These vehicles are designed for riders of ages 5 through 8 for 50cc, 9 through 15 for
80cc, 16 and older for 150cc, 18 and older for 250cc, 400cc, 500cc.
- ______Both the parent and the child must fully understand everything in the owners manual
before riding.
- ______Always wear a helmet, face shield, boots, gloves, and protective clothing while riding.
- ______Beginners should receive training from a certified instructor.
- ______It is illegal to ride this vehicle on public roads or highways.
- ______Do not allow your child to ride without supervision.
- ______Do not ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. They can affect your judgment
and slow your reaction time.
- ______Always maintain a safe distance between your vehicle and vehicles around you.
- ______Never ride this vehicle unless it has been properly adjusted and maintained.
- ______Never run the engine in closed areas. The exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon
monoxide.
- ______Do not touch any part of the engine, muffler, or the exhaust system during or
immediately after operation of the vehicle.
- ______Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area.
- ______It is highly recommended that this vehicle should not be driven at night or during dark
periods
- ______Never attempt to operate over large obstacles, such as large rocks, or fallen trees.
Always follow proper procedures when operating over obstacles as described in this manual.

Hammerhead Buyers Safety Agreement (2/2)
- ______Always be careful when skidding or sliding. On extremely slippery surfaces such as
ice, go slow and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding
out of control.
- ______Never do wheelies, jumps or any stunts.
- ______Never operate the vehicle in fast flowing water. Remember that wet brakes may
reduce your stopping ability. Test your brakes after leaving the water. If necessary,
apply those several times to let friction dry out the linings.
- ______Always use the size and type of tires specified in this manual. Always maintain
proper
tire pressure as described in this manual.
- ______All modifications to this vehicle should be made by a qualified mechanic. Modification
to the vehicle, including the use of performance parts or non-original parts, will void the
warranty in its entirety, unless express written approval stating that the warranty will not be
voided is obtained from Hammerhead.
- ______When transporting the machine in another vehicle, be sure that it is kept upright and
that the fuel cock is in the “off” position. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the
carburetor or the fuel tank.
- ______Always follow the break-in-period as described in the owner’s manual. Not following
the break-in period will void the engine warranty.
- ______Always clean the air filter as described in the owner’s manual. Improper maintenance
of the air filter will void the engine warranty.
Failure to follow all warnings and unsupervised or irresponsible operation can cause serious
injury or death. By initialing each item on the above checklist, I have indicated my complete
understanding of these points, and I acknowledge my responsibilities regarding the
contents. I also agree to explain the points on this checklist to anyone besides myself
who will be operating the vehicle now and/or in the future.
__________________________________ _________________________________
Dealer’s Signature Buyer’s Signature
__________________________________ _________________________________
Print Store Name Print Buyer’s Name
__________________________________ _________________________________
Date Date
__________________________________ _________________________________
VIN Number Model