ITALMOTO Tiquattro 125 User manual

Owner's Manual

Preface
Thank you for purchasing our Tiquattro 125 electronic fuel injection motorcycle, it will
offer you a pleasant and safe driving.
Driving a motorcycle is one of the most exciting sport. For safety reason, you should read this
owner's manual carefully and following these instructions before you drive.
This manual introduces the regular maintenance and service, please follow the following
instructions, it will help you to keep your motorcycle in good condition and make it last longer.
Our company never stops improving the manufacture quality and the vehicle’s performances in
order to fulfil our customers’ expectations.
Italmoto

Important Notice
1.Driver and passenger
This motorcycle is designed for no more than one driver and one passenger.
2.Road condition for driving
This motorcycle is only suitable for driving on roads.
3.Please read this manual carefully. The run-in time of engine is necessary,it will you’re your
motorcycle more durable and stable.
Please take notice of following words:
Warning: It means if you don't follow instruction, it may cause serious damage for driver and
passenger.
Carefully: It means if you don't follow instruction, it may cause the person injured or damage of
motorcycle.
Notice: Provide useful information.
This user manual is property of the motorcycle. If transfer this vehicle to others, you should pass
this manual to new owner together with vehicle.
Without our company permission, it is not allowed to copy or translate any part of this manual.
The motorcycle uses professional oil for lubrication.

Special Notice
Warning: The motorcycle must equip the right fuse for driving, it is not allowed to use other fuse or
without fuse. Otherwise it may cause damage to the vehicle or fire.
Fuse position: Beside battery.
Fuse specification: The main cable fuse is 15A, others are 10A.
The fuse failure is normally by vehicle circuit problem, before change fuse, should check the situation of
vehicle. If after change fuse, it breaks again, please send the vehicle to nearest shop for service.
Notice:
※ First time mounting or change battery should be careful with Anode and Cathode. If make wrong
connection, should check the fuse immediately. even fuse not broken, the vehicle should be sent to service
centre to check deeply. The wrong connection for anode and cathode may cause some damage of electric
part. If damage part continues working, it may bring some unpredicted risk.
※ Before change fuse, should take off the key in case of short circuit.
※ When change fuse, should be carefully not damage the fuse bottom, otherwise it may bring damage part
or fire.
Forbidden Modifications:
Please do not change original parts position, otherwise it will seriously affect the vehicle
performance and safety, and even cause vehicle not driving properly. Such as modify electronic,
emission and fuel system, it is not allowed legally. Our company will not take the responsibility for
any change without our permission.

Preface
Important Notice
Special Notice
Context
Information of safe.................................................................1
Safe driving...................................................................1
Clothes ……… ………… ……… ………… ……… …………… l
Helmet ………… …………… ……… ………… ……………… l
Driving when raining .......................................................1
Motorcycle series number...................................................2
Part description .............................................................. 3-4
Speedometer ......................................................................5
Operation of parts...............................................................6
Key...............................................................................6
Power key .....................................................................6
Left grip ........................................................................6
Right grip..........................................................................7
Fuel tank .......................................................................8
Shift pedal .....................................................................8
Rear brake pedal............................................................9
Side stand.....................................................................9
Tool box ........................................................................9
Rear shock absorber ......................................................9
Mirror............................................................................9
Information of gasoline and oil............................................. 10
Engine run-in ....................................................................... 10
Checking before driving .................................................... 11
Driving motorcycle …………………………………………… … l2
Engine start …… ……… ……… ………… ……… ………… … l2
Shifting gear ………… ……… ……… ……… ………… …… l2
Driving in slope ............................................................12
Using brake and stop.................................................12-13
Checking and maintenance................................................14
Agenda of maintenance...........................................1 4-15
Oil position and change..................................................16
Spark plug ...................................................................17
Throttle cable adjustment...............................................17
Clutch adjustment.........................................................17
Idle adjustment ............................................................18
Throttle valve ...............................................................18
Driving chain................................................................18
Brake..........................................................................19
Tire.............................................................................20
Seat................................................................................21
Air cleaner maintenance................................................21
Catalyst.......................................................................22
Activated carbon canister...............................................22
Fuel injection system.....................................................22
Lubrication of parts.......................................................22
Battery ........................................................................23
Fuse ...............................................................................24
Headlight.....................................................................25
Bulb change ................................................................25
Parking information ..........................................................26
Specification.....................................................................27
Electronic circuit...............................................................28
Warranty and service data.....................................................29

Safety information
Safety Regulation:
1. Before driving must check vehicle, in case of accident or
damage parts.
2. Driver must have a legal driving license, and is not
allowed to borrow the vehicle to anyone without a valid
driving license.
3. Avoid to have damage from other vehicle, driver should:
● Wear bright colored clothes.
● Not too close to other vehicle.
4. Strictly obey regulation, not allowed to cut in other line
suddenly.
5. Most accident often happen because of speeding, so
speed should not exceed the legal limits.
6. When making turns, you should use indicators.
7. In the cross, parking or fast lane, you should drive
carefully.
8. Do not modify motorcycle or take off parts, it is illegal
and not safe, and it will affect warranty.
9. Added accessories must not affect driving, specially
overload electronic parts.
Clothes:
1.For safety reason, driver must wear helmet, glass and
boot, gloves and racing suit. Passenger should also wear
helmet.
2.During driving, the muffler temperature is high, do not
touch muffler while driving or just after driving.
3.While driving do not wear too loose clothes.
Helmet:
It is most important to wear good quality homologated helmet and
wear glasses.
Driving when raining:
Driving in the rain need special attention, the brake distance is two
times more than with dry weather.
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Motorcycle series number
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and engine number is
for motorcycle registration. Please record your number
for future use.
1
VIN number is graved on the vehicle handle bar on the right side
① , Engine number is engraved on the engine crankcase on
the left side ② , Product information label on the vehicle
handle bar right side ③ .
3
VIN number:
Engine number:
2
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Parts description
1 2 3 4 5
6
7 8
9
10
20 15 14 13 12 11
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(1)Left mirror
(4)Ignition switch
(7)Right mirror
(10)Fuel tank
(13)Front footrest
(16)Front brake
(19) Seat locker
(2) Clutch lever
(5) Speedometer
(3)Left side switch
(6) Right side switch
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(8)Front brake lever (9)Throttle grip
(11)Oil cover
(14)Rear footrest
(17)Side stand
(20) Upper muffler
(12)Rear brake pedal
(15)Rear brake
(18)Shift gear pedal
18 13 17 14
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Parts description
1 2 3 4 5
6
7 8
9
10
15 20 14 13 12 11
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(1)Left mirror
(4)Ignition switch
(7)Right mirror
(10)Fuel tank
(13)Front footrest
(16)Front brake
(19) Seat locker
(2) Clutch lever
(5) Speedometer
(3)Left side switch
(6) Right side switch
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(8)Front brake lever (9)Throttle grip
(11)Oil cover
(14)Rear footrest
(17)Side stand
(20) Lower muffler
(12)Rear brake pedal
(15)Rear brake
(18)Shift gear pedal
18 13 17 14
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Speedometer
(1)Turning light indicator
When the left turning light is
on, the indicator blinks.
When the right turning light
on,
4
2
(5) Speedometer
It shows your driving speed.
1
3
1
(6) Odometer
This is to record the distance of all driving.
(7) Gear position indicators
the indicator will be blinking.
(2) Neutral indicator
When the gear is on neutral, the
neutral indicator will be on.
(3) High beam indicator
5
8
6
7
Indicate the engine’s gear position.
(8)Fuel Gauge
This indicates the fuel level in the fuel tank.
When the high beam headlight is on, the High beam indicator will
be on.
(4) Malfunction indicator lamp
When the key on, the fuel injection indicator is on. Oil pump will
work 3 seconds, then engine will start. When the engine starts,
the indicator will be off. If indicator is still on, it means there is a
problem. In the same way, during normal driving, the indicator
should be off. If indicator is on, it must stop driving and check
immediately.
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Operation of parts
● Keys
This vehicle has two keys, it's u-
sed to start motorcycle and open
all the locks. Please keep key in a
safe place. If you want to have
more keys, please contact the
closest dealer in your area.
“”position: In case of thieves, when you park, ple ase
use this function. Turn the handle bar to left, press key
down and release the key, then turn key to “
”position, it
●Electric power locker
Warning:
Please don ' t try to turn the key while driving, otherwise you
might lose control the vehicle.
will lock the handlebar. Then you can take out the key.
Notice:
when you park, please lock the motorcycle by turning and
taking out the key to safe from thieves. Please park the
vehicle in a proper place.
●Left grip
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① Clutch lever
When you start the engine or shift up
a gear, please grip clutch lever, it will
stop the rear wheel from driving.
② Horn button
1
3
2 4
“”logo …… when the key is on“”
position, there is no power and cannot start
the engine, the key can be pulled out.
When you press horn button, the horn will work.
③ The switch of low and high beam
when the switch on “
”position, the high beam is on, and
“”logo …… when the key is on“”the speedometer high beam indicator will be on as well. When
position, it has electric power and you can start engine, the key
can not be pulled out.
Switch is on “
” position, the low beam will be on.
Normally,
Use low beam only while driving in city areas or meeting others.
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④ Turning light switch
Turning switch to left “” , the left side turning light will
flash . Turning the switch right “” ,the right side
turning light will be flashing . To dismiss the turning signal,
press theswitch down.
Warning:
when you change line or turn, use the turning lights on time.
After turning, turn off the turning light immediately.
⑤ Passing
When you overtake press this button several times, the headlight
will be flashing. It is only for pass or warning.
Warning:
The “engine off”switch should be used only for emergencies.
When the vehicle still slide, please don ' t stop the engine,
otherwise air will mix with gas in the muffler, burning the
catalyst. This may damage muffler.
● Right side grip
① Engine off switch
When the switch is on“
② Start
When you press this button, the engine will be start .
③ Throttle grip
Throttle grip controls the speed of motorcycle. when you
want to accelerate speed, please turn the grip toward the
driver.
④ Front brake lever
For braking, grip the right side lever gradually .
1
4
”
position, it has electric power,
the engine can be started.
When the switch is on“”
2
3
position, there is no power,
the engine can not be start.
7

● Fuel tank
When the speedometer’s low fuel lever warning light is on ,
please add gasoline immediately. First open the anti-dusty
cover as ① , then enter the key and turn as clockwise, pull out
the fuel tank cap with key. Then fill in gasoline, close the
fuel tank cap, align the right point, press down cap then it will
be locked
Notice:
Fuel
Euro IV version:
Other version: Unleaded fuel min. 95 Octane
1
● Shift gear pedal
This vehicle uses international 5 gear
engine. Neutral gear between first
gear and second gear. When you
change gear, please follow the
rules.
5
4
3
2
N
1
Warning:
Please do not fill in too much gasoline. Do not splash gasoline
on the hot engine, it is very dangerous.
Flames and smoking are prohibited when filling gasoline.
If the gasoline goes inside the carbon box, please go to the local
dealer to clean or replace the carbon box. Because gasoline will
make the activated carbon expire earlier.
Check the water leaking hole around the fuel tank cap, make
sure it works properly and no water goes inside the fuel tank.
Caution:
When it is neutral gear, the indicator will be on.Please loose
clutch gradually to make sure it is really in the neutral gear.
While changing gears, hold the clutch lever, ch ange gear
when clutch loose completely.
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● Rear brake pedal
Press down rear brake pedal (see
picture). When the brake pedal is
working, the taillight will be on.
●Side stand
Side stand is on the left side, when park motorcycle, please make
sure side stand in the right position. This motorcycle is equipped
with a side stand switch. If the side stand is folded up, the engine
can be started. otherwise, the engine is shut off and won’t start.
Caution:
Please don’t park the vehicle uphill, otherwise the vehicle may
fall down.
●Rear shock absorber
The main component of this
vehicle's rear shock absorber
including spring and liquid
damper,this shock absorber is
adjustable according to different
road condition. During adjustment,
use side stand to support the
vehicle. There's adjustable holder ①
on
1
On one end of the shock absorber spring. Use the special
adjustment tool to turn the adjustable holder ① to left or right,
change the spring's pressure, so change the spring between
tight and loose. Adjust the left and right spring same time and
to same position.
●Toolbox
Toolbox ① under the seat. Toolbox
including screwdriver, sleeve,
wrench.
1
●Adjustable mirror
Turn the mirror ① and the mirror rod
② can adjust the angle of mirror.
2
1
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Gasoline and oil information
Gasoline
Please use lead-free gasoline. Euro IV version: E5 Other
version: Unleaded fuel min. 95 Octane.
Caution:
use lead-free gasoline, spark plug will have longer life.
Oil
Please use SG or above SG grade engine oil which match
SAE standard. Please buy oil from dealer according to the
local clime, please check the follow chart to choose suitable
oil.
Engine running in
Top speed
While new motorcycle is new, during the first 1500 km, do not
make engine run at a too high speed or make sudden
accelerations. It should be avoided to exceed 80% of
maximum RPM.
Engine speed change
Speed should not always keep the same, it should change
frequently, it helps the parts running smoothly.
Avoid running long time in low speed
Some components can be damaged if you always keep engine
at a low regime, it should always change to different gear to
drive.
The chart show the max rpm during engine run-in period
-30 -20 -10 0 +15
+40 ℃
-22 -4 +14 +32 +59 +104 ℉
5W-20
5W-30
First 800 km
First 1500 km
Over 1500 km
Under 5000 rpm
Under 6000 rpm
Under 8500 rpm
10W
10W-30 10W-40 10W-50
15W-40 15W-50
20W-20 20W-40 20W-50
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Before driving, please let oil lubricate sufficiently
Before driving, please keep engine in idle situation for at
least one minute, in order to have lubrication of engine.
First maintenance
The first 1,000 km service is very important work. Please tighten
all the screw and change oil.
Caution:
1,000km maintenance should follow this manual.
Please pay more attention on “ Caution ” and “ Warning ”
part.
▲ Special Notice
The first engine running at 300km, please ask dealer to change
oil and clean oil filter and air filter. Then follow the service
schedule to maintain the motorcycle.
Before driving
Before driving, it is necessary to check the following items.
Checking item
Points
Handle bar
Brake
Tire
Fuel
Light
Indicator
Horn
Oil
Throttle
Clutch
Drive chain
1)Stable
2)Turning flexible
3)No loosing
1) Brake level and pedal has right
feeling
2) No oil leaking
1)Air pressure correct
2)Pattern of tire correct
3)No crack on tire
Have enough gasoline for driving
Turn on/off all the lights
Checking high-beam, gear,
turning indicator
Correct
The level of oil correct
1) The throttle grip works correct
2) Acceleration and deceleration
correct
Correct
1)Correct setting
2)Lubrication
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Driving motorcycle
Engine start
Please turn the key to “” position, and the engine
switch on right handle bar on “” position, put gear in
the neutral, the gear indicator “N “should be on. Press the
start switch, engine turns on.
Caution:
Start engine holding the clutch lever and put gear in neutral
position.
When starting by electric starter, ECU will check the
environment temperature and engine condition to supply
necessary fuel to engine.
Warning:
Do not start engine indoor without good air ventilation. Don’t
leave motorcycle unattended when bike is on.
Caution:
When not driving motorcycle, don’t make the engine run
over speed, otherwise, engine will be over heated and some
components will be damaged.
Using gear shift
Gear shift system will make engine driving smoothly. Driver
should change gear according to the driving speed.
Slope driving
When riding uphill the speed will d ecrease and the power may
not be enough. In this case, reduce gear to get more torque.
When riding downhill, put the gear in low position, it helps engine
brake. Don’t make the engine run at overhigh speed.
Using brake and parking
To stop release throttle and gradually use front and rear brakes.
Before completely stopping the motorcycle, hold clutch and
change gear to neutral and check the gear in dicator.
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Caution:
Unexperienced drivers always want to use just the rear
brake. This will make brakes abased very fast and brake
distance will be very long.
Warning
Only using front brake or rear brake is dangerous, you may
slip down or lose control. Especially in wet conditions you
should pay attention while using brakes. Sudden braking
is very dangerous.
Motorcycle should be parked in flat ground. If motorcycle
must park in a slope place, please put motorcycle in first
gear to prevent motorcycle to slip away.
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Checking and serviced maintenance
The follow chart show the mileage for programmed service. When reach the mileage, you must follow the instruction to check and
make maintenance. Turning system, engine, electronic system, side stand and wheels are key important parts. It is necessary to
have a professional technician handling these parts.
The symbol means: I: checking, clean, adjust C: clean R: change A: adjust L: lubrication T: tight
Maintenance
period
Odometer ( KM ) ( Remark 2 )
Maintenance
content
Everyday
300 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10000 11000 12000 13000 14000 15000 check before
riding
Oil for crankcase
Oil filter screen
Oil filter
Air filter(Remark 1)
Spark plug
Valve clearance
Gasoline filter
Brake pedal
Brake oil
Driving chain
Screw
R
C
Every 2000km R
Every 2000km C
I
R
R
I
I
R
Every 4000km clean filter
I
R
if necessary please change
I
I
I
I
I
C
C
C
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Every 1000km ： I 、 A
I
T
T
T
T
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