KYMCO PEOPLE S 50 2005 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
KWANG YANG MOTOR CO.,LTD.
PEOPLE S 50
2 Stroke

Dear KYMCO Scooter Users:
Thank you for purchasing this KYMCO scooter and welcome to the
family of KYMCO scooter riders. To enjoy safer and more pleasant
riding, become thoroughly familiar with this owner's manual before you
ride the scooter. You safety depends not only on your own alertness
and familiarity with the scooter but also the scooter mechanical
condition. A pre-ride inspection before every outing and regular
maintenance are essential. The quality of each KYMCO scooter is
guaranteed.
1. The information and specifications stated in this manual are for
reference only and subject to change without notice.
2. When starting the engine, the battery must be installed to
facilitate starting and increase the engine performance.
Note:

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.PRECAUTIONS FOR A SAFE RIDING
2.PARTS
3.OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
4.PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
LOCATION
NUMBER
NUMBER KEY NUMBER
IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING HANDLEBAR LOCK
ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON HEADLIGHT SWITCH
HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH/PASSING SIGNAL SWITCH
HORN BUTTON/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
SEAT LOCK/MET-IN BOX
HELMET BUCKLE
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS
OPERATION INSTRUCTION FOR MULTI-METER
ADVANCE INSPECTION ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
FRONT LUGGAGE BOX
FRAME
ENGINE
TIRE INSPECTION
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3
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
12
13
18
8
18
15
20
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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24
25
26
30
31
36
40
42
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5.ENGINE STARTING METHODS
6.NORMAL RIDING METHOD
7.PRECAUTIONS FOR RIDING
8.HOW TO STOP RIDING
9.EASY MAINTENANCE
AIR CLEANER REPLACEMENT
APPEARANCE CLEANING
CLEANING &
FUEL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
STEERING HANDLEBAR INSTRUMENT LIGHTS INSPECTION
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION
BRAKE PAD WEAR BRAKE SHOE WEAR
BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT
HORN/LIGHT INSPECTION
FRONT/REAR SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION BRAKE PERFORMANCE
INSPECTION BACK MIRROR ANGLE CHECK LICENSE PLATE CHECK
REFLECTOR CHECK PREVIOUS ABNORMAL PARTS INSPECTION
LUBRICATION POINT CHECK
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUSE CHANGE
10.IMPORTANT NOTICES
BATTERY
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TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
10.IMPORTANT NOTICES
POLLUTION-FREE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SPECIFICATIONS
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING RUBBER COVER
INSPECTION FOR WIRE AND CABLE
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11.KYMCO CLEAN AIR SYSTEM (FOR EURO 2)

1.PRECAUTIONS FOR A SAFE RIDING
(1) CLOTHES
A scooter rider should not wear loose or too long
clothes to avoid danger.
During riding or 10 minutes after the scooter is
stopped, do not touch the exhaust muffler to avoid
scalding.
When parking the scooter, keep it away from dry
lawn or inflammables to avoid danger.
To relax and wear comfortable clothes are the main
points for a safe riding.
To observe traffic laws, keep a cool mind, relax and be
careful will provide you a safe riding.
(1) Wear helmet and fasten it tightly.
(2) Have the clothes well-arranged. Fasten shirt cuffs
and keep them from hooking the brake lever.
(3) Wear low-heeled shoes for a safe riding.
(4) When riding, use both hands to grasp the handlebar.
it is very dangerous to hold the handlebar with one
hand.
CAUTION:
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(1)
(2)
(4)
(3)

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(2) RIDING METHOD
The safety of two-wheel vehicles is influenced by sitting
position. The rider should sit on the central part of the
seat cushion. If the rider sits on the rear part of the seat,
the load of front wheel will decrease. As a result, the
handlebar will swing and cause danger to the rider.
When making a turn, it will be easier for the rider to
steer the scooter by leaning the body inward slightly.
The scooter will lose its balance if the rider fails to
keep his body leaning inward.
When riding on a damaged or macadam road. Slow
down the speed and hold the handlebar tightly.
(3) CARRYING GOODS
Keep a good sitting posture to operate the scooter
properly.
The feel of the handlebar will be different when carrying
goods on the scooter. Overloading may cause the
handlebar to swing. Avoid riding with overload.
(1) Max. loading capacity of the met-in box is 10kg.
(2) Max. loading capacity of the rear carrier is 5kg.
(3) Max. loading capacity of the front luggage box is 1.5kg.
(1)
(2)
(3)

(1) Headlight switch (P.9)/
Electric starter button (P.9)
(2) Speedometer (P.13)
(3) Main stand
(4) Ignition switch (P.8)
(5) Helmet holder (P.12)
(6) Oil tank cap (P.15)
(7) Muffler (P.12)
(8) Front Luggage Box
2. PARTS LOCATION
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(3)(7)
(2)
(4)
(5) (1) (6)
(8)

(1) Seat lock (P.12)
(2) Fuel fill cap (P.21)
Headlight dimmer switch (P.10)/
Passing signal switch (P.10)/
Turn signal switch (P.11)/
Horn button(P.11)
(3) Met-in box (P.12)
(4) Helmet holder (P.12)
(5) Center hook (P.17)
(6) Side stand
(7)
(8) Kick starter pedal (P.31)
(9) Air cleaner housing (P.39)
(1)
(6)
(5) (8) (9)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(7)
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(2)
(3)
(1)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9) (5)
(4)
(1) Headlight
(2)Leftbackmirror
(3) Rear brake lever
(4) Left front turn signal light
(5) Left front cushion
(6) Right front cushion
(7) Right front turn signal light
(8) Front brake lever
(9) Right back mirror

FRAME NUMBER
The read frame number, please remove
with a flat head screwdriver.
Frame number is the same written in document and
warranty card.
Please write down your frame number in place below.
the cover on
inner cover
FRAME NUMBER:
6

ENGINE NUMBER
The engine number is stamped on right engine case.
Please write down your engine number in place
below.
KEY NUMBER
The key number (1) will be needed when you order
replacement part. Record the number for your
reference.
ENGINE NUMBER:
KEY NUMBER:
(1)
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(1)
(2)
(3)
3. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
(1) IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING
HANDLEBAR LOCK
:At this position, power is connected to start the
engine. The key cannot be taken out.
:At this position, power is cut off and the engine
stops. The key can be taken out.
:At this position, the steering handlebar is locked.
The key can be taken out.
《》Locking Method
Turn the steering handlebar left to the full and then push
and turn the ignition switch key left to the " " position,
The handlebar can be locked.
《》Unlocking Method
Turn the ignition switch key right to the" " and the " "
is released automatically.
CAUTION:
After locking, turn the handlebar gently to make sure
that it is locked.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the" " position during
riding, otherwise the handlebar will be out of control and
cause accidents.
Don't park your motorcycle at a place to hinder the traffic.

(2) ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON " "
To start the engine, first turn on the ignition switch
" "and then push the electric starter button. At
this time, be sure to fully apply the front or rear brake
lever in order to connect the power.
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During engine running, do not push the electric
starter button to avoid engine damage.
Turn the headlight switch off and turn signal
switch off before using the electric starter button.
Release the electric starter button immediately
after the engine is started.
(3) HEADLIGHT SWITCH
At this position, the position light, headlight,
instrument lights and taillight turn off together.
At this position, the position light, instrument lights
and taillight light turn on.
At this position, the position light, headlight,
instrument lights and taillight light all turn on.
CAUTION:
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* The headlight switch is not included in always lighting
headlight scooter.

(4) HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH/PASSING
SIGNAL SWITCH
Switch to this position for using high beam.
When riding in downtown area or there is a
car coming from the opposite direction, use
low beam to avoid affecting the visibility of
coming cars.
This indicator light comes on when the long
distance light is turned on.
CAUTION:
When passing, if there are cars coming
the opposite direction, press and
switch and the
to warn the coming
cars.
from
release the
headlight will wink
PASSING
PASSING
(1)
(2)
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(1)
(2)
PASSING

(5) HORN BUTTON " "/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
When the ignition switch key is turned the" "
position, button and it will sound.
Move the turn signal switch to (1) For turning
right. (2) For turning to the left. (3) Push the turn
signal switch button to release it.
ON
push the horn
to the
The turn signal light will not release automatically.
Be sure to reset it after use; otherwise it may
affect the traffic safety.
CAUTION:
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(4) Horn Button
The horn and turn signal switch do not work when the
ignition switch is the " "OFF
(1)
(2) (3)
(4)

When riding, wear the helmet and do not retain it
on the scooter; the helmet may interfere with safe
operation and result in loss of control.
CAUTION:
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(6) SEAT LOCK/MET-IN BOX
Unlock the seat and put the helmet in the MET-IN box.
Unlocking Method
Stop the engin and turn the ignition switch to the " "
position. Turn the key left to unlock the seat.
If the engin is running. Keep the ignition switch key at
the " "position and also push it left to unlock the seat.
Handlebar is locked." "Turn the key left to unlock the seat.
To lock the seat, push on it until it lock automatically.
Make sure the seat is secure before riding.
《》
Never put the key inside the seat cushion to lock the seat.
(7) HELMET BUCKLE
1.Open the seat with the ignition switch key and lift up the
seat.
2.Put the helmet retaining ring into the helmet buckle.
3.Put down the seat and it will lock automatically.
Take out the helmet in the reserve order of the above steps.
CAUTION:
PUSH

(8) INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS
(1)
(5)
(6)
(3)
(2)
(4)
(1) FUEL GAUGE: The fuel gauge is to show the volume of
gasoline in the fuel tank. If the fuel gauge pointer is at
the "E" area, the fuel is insufficient. Refill 92# or 95#
nonleaded gasoline as early as possible.
(2) SPEEDOMETER (km/hour): The riding speed is
indicated by km/hour.
(3) SPEEDOMETER (mph): The riding speed is indicated
by mph.
(4) ODOMETER: The total riding mileage is
indicated by kilometer.
(5) CLOCK METER: It displays time which can be adjusted
manually.
(6) ADJUST KEY: They are used to correct time and set the
odometer.
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(10)
(9)
(7) (8)
(7) TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT(LEFT): When the
turn signal switch is operated, this indicator light will
wink.
(8) LOW OIL LEVER INDICATOR: When the ignition switch
is "ON", it is normal if the low oil lever indicator light
comes on for several seconds and then goes out. If the
light does not go out, it means that the 2-stroke engine
oil is insufficient. Please refill with the specified engine
oil.
(9) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT: This indicator light
comes on when the long distance light is turned on.
(10) TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT(RIGHT): When
the turn signal switch is operated, this indicator light will
wink.
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Button B(mode)
(1)
Press button A
until 2 seconds:
shift the nuit mph or km/h
and hold
Operation Instruction for Multi-meter
Button A(adjustment)
(2)
Press button B
until 2 seconds:
shift function to ODO or TRIP
and hold
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