KYMCO Vitality 50 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
KWANG YANG MOTOR CO.,LTD.
VITALITY 50
2 Stroke
4 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 HOLDER
CENTER HOOK
INSTRUMENTS AND INDICATORS
ADVANCE INSPECTION ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION/REFILLING
FRAME
ENGINE
TIRE INSPECTION
1
3
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
14
15
16
18
18
21
10

TABLE OF CONTENTS
23
24
25
26
30
31
37
41
43
43
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
35
27
29
47

TABLE OF CONTENTS
48
50
53
55
56
57
59
FUSE REPLACEMENT
10.IMPORTANT NOTICES
BATTERY
58
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
61
11.KYMCO CLEAN AIR SYSTEM (FOR EURO 2)
52
ENGINE OIL CHANGE (4-Stroke)

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:
1
(1)
(2)
(4)
(3)

2
(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.
(1)
(2)

(1) Headlight switch (P.11)/
Electric starter button (P.11)
(2)Tun right signal indicator light (P.17)
(3) Speedometer (P.16)
(4)Tun left signal indicator light (P.17)
(5) Headlight dimmer switch (P.12)/
Passing signal switch (P.12)/Turn
signal switch (P.13)/Horn
button(P.13)
2. PARTS LOCATION
(2)(3)(4)(5) (1)

(1) Seat lock (P.14)
(2) Fuel fill cap (P.23)
(3) Met-in box (P.14)
(4) Helmet holder (P.14)
(5) Center hook (P.15)
(6) Side stand
(7) Center stand
(8) Kickstarter pedal (P.34)
(9)Air cleaner housing (P.43)
(1)
(6) (7) (8) (9)
(2)(3)(4)(5)

(1)(2)
(1) Ignition switch (P.10)
(2) 2-Stroke: Engine oil tank cap
(P.18)

(2)(3) (1)
(6)(5)(4)
(1) 2-Stroke: Low oil level indicator
(P.17)
4-Stroke: Low beam indicator
(P.17)
(2) Rear brake lever (P.27)
Throttle grip
Front brake lever
(3) Battery (P.48)/Fuse (P.50)
(4)
(5)
(6) High beam indicator light (P.17)

FRAME NUMBER
The read frame number, please remove
with a flat head screwdriver.
Always check that the frame number stamped on
your scooter is the same written in document and
warranty scooter 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:

ENGINE NUMBER
The engine number is stamped on right engine case.
Please write down your engine number in place
below.
ENGINE NUMBER:
2-Stroke
4-Stroke

KEY NUMBER
The key number (1) will be needed when you order
replacement part. Record the number for your
reference.
KEY NUMBER:
(1)

3. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
(1) IGNITION SWITCH/STEERING HANDLEBAR LOCK
(1) ON : At this position, power is connected to start
the engine. The key cannot be taken out.
(2) : At this position, power is cut off and the
engine stops. The key can be taken out.
(3) : At this position, the steering handlebar is
locked. The key can be taken out
OFF
LOCK
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. LOCK
Unlocking Method
Turn the ignition switch key right to the" " and the
" " is released automatically. OFF LOCK
After locking, turn the handlebar gently to make
sure that it is locked.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the"LOCK"
position otherwise the handlebar
will be out of cause accidents.
Don't park your scooter at a place to hinder the
traffic.
during riding,
control and
CAUTION:
(1)
(2)
(3)

(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.
ON
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.
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:

(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 andfrom PASSING switch and therelease the to warn the comingheadlight will wink
cars.
PASSING
PASSING
PASSING
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)

(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.
(4) Horn Button.
The horn and turn signal switch do not work when the
ignition switch is the" ".
ON
OFF
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:
PASSING
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

(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 " "
Unlocking Method
position. Insert the ignition switch key into the seat lock
and turn it clockwise.
To lock the seat, push on it until it lock automatically.
Make sure the seat is secure before riding.
OFF
Never put the key inside the seat cushion to lock
the seat.
(7) HELMET HOLDER
1.Open the seat with the key and lift up the
seat.
2.Put the helmet retaining ring into the helmet holder.
3.Put down the seat and it will lock automatically.
Take out the helmet in the reserve order of the above
steps.
ignition switch
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:
CAUTION:

(7) CENTER HOOK
1. When using it, pull out the hook (1) from the inside.
2. Pushing the lock lever (2) left to unlock and
hang your bag on the hook on the footboard.
3.To remove a bag unlock the lock lever. Lift the
bag off the hook.
4. When not using it, push the hook back into its
original position to avoid hooking tour clothes
during riding.
(1)
(2)