KYMCO SPIKE 125 User manual

DRIVER'S MANUAL
KWANG YANG MOTOR CO.,LTD.
SPIKE 125

Dear KYMCO Motorcycle 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 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 motorcycle is guaranteed.
Note: 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.PRECAUTIONS FOR A SAFE RIDING
2.ASSEMBLY PARTS
3.OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING&HANDLEBAR LOCK
ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON. HEADLIGHT SWITCH
HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH
HORN BUTTON/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
SEAT LOCK/MET-IN BOX. HELMET BUCKLE
INSTRUMENTS
4.PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
ADVANCE INSPECTION. ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
BRAKE INSPECTION. TIRE INSPECTION
FUEL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
STEERING HANDLEBAR. INSTRUMENT LIGHTS INSPECTION
BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY INSPECTION&ADJUSTMENT.
CLUTCH PANEL INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT
CHOKE KNOB
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3
5
5
6
7
8
9
10
10
11
13
14
17
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15

TABLE OF CONTENTS
5.ENGINE STARTING METHODS
USE THE ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON
START WITH THE KICK LEVER
6.NORMAL RIDING METHOD
7.PRECAUTIONS FOR RIDING
8.HOW TO STOP RIDING
9.EASY MAINTENANCE
AIR CLEANER INSPECTION AND AIR CLEANER CLEANING&REPLACEMENT
FUSE CHANGE
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
POLLUTION-FREE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SPECIFICATIONS
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24
27
29
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34
36
38
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10.IMPORTANT NOTICES
BATTERY

1.PRECAUTIONS FOR A SAFE RIDING
(1) CLOTHES
A motorcycle rider should not wear loose or too long
clothes to avoid danger.
During riding or 10 minutes after the motorcycle is
stopped, do not touch the exhaust muffler to avoid
scalding.
When parking the motorcycle, keep it away from dry
lawn or inflammables to avoid danger.
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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.
Wear helmet and fasten it tightly.
Have the clothes well-arranged. Fasten shirt cuffs and
keep them from hooking the brake lever.
Wear low-heeled shoes for a safe riding.
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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(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 motorcycle by leaning the body inward slightly.
The motorcycle 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.
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(3) CARRYING GOODS
Keep a good sitting posture to operate the motorcycle
properly.
The feel of the handlebar will be different when carrying
goods on the motorcycle. Overloading may cause the
handlebar to swing. Avoid riding with overload.
Max. loading capacity of the met-in box is 1.5kg.
Max. loading capacity of the rear carrier is 5kg.

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2. ASSEMBLY PARTS
Tool Box
Fuel Tank Cap
Taillight/Stoplight
L. Rear Turn Signal Light
Side Stand
Engine Serial number
Main Stand
L. Front Turn Signal Light
Change Gear Shift Pedall
Turn Signal Switch
Headlight Dimmer
Switch
Passing Signal Switch
Horn Button

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Rear Brake Lever
Kick Lever
Frame Serial Number
R. Front Turn
Signal Light
Exhaust Muffler
Headlight
Headlight Switch
Electric Starter Button
R.Rear Turn
Signal Light
Ignition Switch
Instruments

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3. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
(1) IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING&HANDLEBAR LOCK
: At this position, power is connected to start the
ON
engine. The key cannot be taken out.
: At this position, power is cut off and the engine
OFF
stops. The key can be taken out.
: At this position, the steering handlebar is locked.LOCK
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
he handlebar can be locked.
LOCK
,t
《》Unlocking Method
Turn the ignition switch key right to the" " and the
automatically.
OFF
" " is releasedLOCK
After locking, turn the handlebar gently to make sure
that it is locked.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the" " Position
otherwise the handlebar will be out of
cause accidents.
Don't park your motorcycle at a place to hinder the traffic.
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LOCK
during riding,
control and
CAUTION:

LIGHTS
LIGHTS
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(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 (pedal) in order
to connect the power.
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During engine running, do not push the starter
button to avoid engine damage.
Turn the headlight switch and turn signal switch off
before using the starter button.
Release the starter button immediately after the
engine is started.
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electric
off
electric
electric
(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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(4) HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH
Switch to this position for using high beam.
When riding in downtown area or there is a
coming from the opposite direction, use
beam to avoid affecting the visibility of
cars.
When passing,if there are cars coming from
the opposite direction,press and release the
switch and the headlight will wink
to warn the coming cars.
car
low
coming
PASSING
(5) HORN BUTTON/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
When the ignition switch key is turned the" "position,
button and it will sound. For turning
right. For turning to the left. Push the turn
switch button to release it. Horn Button.
The horn and turn signal switch do not work when the
ignition switch is the" ".
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ON
OFF
push the horn
to the
signal
The turn signal light will not release automatically. Be
sure to reset it after use; otherwise it may affect the traffic
safety.
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CAUTION:
This indicator comes on when the long distance
is turned on.
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CAUTION:
LIGHTS
ON
LIGHTS
ON
PASSING
LIGHTS
LIGHTS
PASSING

HELNE
T
HOLD
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HELNET
HOLDER
HOLDER
ET
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(6) SEAT LOCK/MET-IN BOX
Unlock the seat and put the helmet in the MET-IN box.
Stop the engin and turn the ignition switch to the " "
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Unlocking Method
position. Insert the ignition switch key into the seat lock
and turn it right.
To lock the seat, push on it until it lock automatically.
Make sure the seat is secure before riding.
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OFF
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Never put the key inside the seat cushion to lock the seat.
(7) HELMET BUCKLE
1.Open the seat with the 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.
ignition switch
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When riding, wear the helmet and do not retain it on the
motorcycle to avoid damage of coated parts.
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CAUTION:
CAUTION:

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(8) INSTRUMENTS
MILEAGE COUNTER: The total riding mileage is
indicated by kilometer. The figure in black and white is
an unit of 100m.
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR: When the turn signal
switch is operated, this indicator will wink.
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR: This indicator comes on when
the long distance light is turned on.
FUEL GAUGE: The fuel gauge is to show the volume of
gasoline in the fuel tank. If the fuel gauge pointer is at the
red area, the fuel is insufficient. Refill nonleaded gasoline
as soon as possible.
OIL INDICATOR: The indicator will tell you the time of
oil change. Usually, the display is in blue color and it will
red when oil change is required. After change, insert the
key into the release hole as the figure shown, the red
color will turn to blue again.
SPEEDOMETER: The riding speed is indicated by
km/hour or mph.
SPEED POSITION INDICATOR: When the engine is at
the neutral or the others speed position, this indicator
will come on when the ignition switch is on.
0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0

4. PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
(1) ADVANCE INSPECTION
Get into a good habit of inspection before riding. For the
sake of safety and to prevent vehicle damage and traffic
accidents, the pre-ride inspection is absolutely required.
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Be sure to perform inspection and maintenance for your
new motorcycle after it is
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ridden for 300km.
(2) ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
Place the motorcycle on its main stand. Take out the oil
dipstick and wipe it clean.
Directly insert the oil dipstick into the engine oil.
(Don't screw it in.)
Take out the oil dipstick and check the oil level. If it is
close to the lower limit, add engine oil to the upper limit.
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The temperature of engine and exhaust muffler is very
high. When checking the oil level, be careful to avoid
scalding.
Riding with insufficient engin oil will cause breakdown
easily.
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CAUTION:
CAUTION:
OIL
0.9L
OIL
0.9L
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(3) BRAKE INSPECTION
Ride the motorcycle at low speed on a dry road and
respectively apply the front brake lever and rear brake
brake performance.
The brake lever should have proper free play.
"Free play" means the distance from the position of
brake to the position of fully applied brake.
Measure the free play at the brake lever pedal end and
is within the specified value of (2 cm rear
brake).
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pedal to check the
loose
check if it
(4) TIRE INSPECTION
1. TIRE PRESSURE CHECK
Check if the tire pressure is normal when the tire is in
contact with level ground.
If there is any abnormal condition, check the tire pressure
with a tire pressure gauge.
Measure the tire pressure under room temperature.
The tire pressure must not overpass 2.50kg/cm
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90
80
70
60
50
40
30
30
20
10
10
TIRE
GAUGE
TIRE
GAUGE
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GY6
OIL
0.9L
OIL
0.9L
2~3
cm

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2. CRACKS & DAMAGE
3. ABNORMAL WEAR
4. FOREIGN OBJECTS OF METAL PIECE & GRAVEL
5. DEPTH OF TIRE GROOVE
Check the tire-contact area for crack or damage.
Check the tire-contact area for abnormal wear.
Check the tires and tire-contact area for imbedded objects
of metal piece and gravel.
If the tire is worn to the wear limit indication mark,
replace it with a new one.
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1.75/2.25 kg/cm2
1.75/2.0 kg/cm2
Rear Wheel
Front Wheel
NORMAL PRESSURE(1 Rider / 2 Riders )
Abnormal tire pressure, crack, damage and abnormal wear
will cause unsteady handlebar and result in tire break.
If the tire has cracks or is worn to the wear limit indication
mark, replace it with a new one.
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CAUTION:

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(5) FUEL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
Check if the fuel is sufficient.
If the fuel gauge pointer is at red grid, refill #92 or
nonleaded gasoline as soon as possible.
1.
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2.
3.Open the seat.
4.Turn the tank cap counterclockwise with hand to
open the cap.
5.Turn the fuel tank cap clockwise to tighten it.
6.Close the fuel tank cap in the reverse order of opening.
Unlock
Lock
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#95
Stop the engin and turn the ignition switch to the " "
position
Insert the ignition switch key into the seat lock(Refer to
P8) and turn it right to unlock the seat.
fuel
Refilling Method
OFF
The gasoline level shall not exceed the reference plate;
otherwise the fuel will penetrate out.
When refilling, do not add other additives to avoid engine
breakdown.
Be sure to stop the engine before refilling.
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CAUTION:

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(6) STEERING HANDLEBAR
Visually inspect the steering handlebar for damage.
Apply the front brake and move the handlebar upward and
downward to check for abnormal noise.
Move the steering handlebar upward, downward, rightward
and leftward to check for any loose parts.
Check if the handlebar rotates freely.
If any abnormal condition is found, go to your motorcycle
dealer or for inspection.
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(7) INSTRUMENT LIGHTS INSPECTION
Check the speedometer pointer for proper operation.
Check the fuel gauge pointer for proper operation.
Check the turn signal indicator and high beam
for proper operation.
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0 0 0 0 0 0

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(8) BRAKE LEVER FREE PLAY INSPECTION &
ADJUSTMENT
(9) CLUTCH PANEL INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the rear brake pedal free play with the brake
adjusting nuts.
After adjustment, fully apply the rear brake pedal and
check if the free play is within the specified value
(2 cm). Increase play Decrease play
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Check the clutch panel for proper operation.
If adjustment is necessary, turn the adjusting bolt by
loosing the lock nut.
Lock Nut Adjusting Bolt
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After the brake is adjusted, align the groove of adjusting
nut with the pin in order to avoid accident and danger
during riding.
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If it is hard to adjust for you,go to a KYMCO distributor
or service station for inspection.
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CAUTION:
CAUTION:
GY6
OIL
0.9L
OIL
0.9L
2~3
cm
KYM
OIL